Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai is a top-ranked private deemed university situated in the southern region of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Founded in 2010, it is a part of the esteemed VIT Group of Institutions renowned for academic prowess, international exposure, and research innovations. It is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and has accreditations from NBA and NAAC with an A++ grade.
VIT Chennai provides a broad spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in the fields of engineering, technology, management, and law. With an interdisciplinary curriculum, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and international collaborations, VIT Chennai is poised to become a top player in South India with a robust industry interface and placement history.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai |
Location |
Vandalur–Kelambakkam Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
2010 |
Approved By |
UGC, AICTE, NBA Accredited, NAAC A++ Accredited |
Managed By |
VIT Group of Institutions |
Campus Type |
Modern, eco-friendly urban campus |
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
November 2024 |
Last Date to Apply |
April 2025 |
VITEEE Exam |
April 2025 |
Counseling and Seat Allotment |
May – June 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
July/August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
The procedure for admission is based on entrance as well as merit.
Steps:
Entrance Exams:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility Criteria |
GV School Development Program (GVSDP) |
Top VITEEE rank holders (1 to 1000) eligible for tuition fee waivers |
STAR Scheme |
Merit-based aid for high scorers in 12th/UG programs |
Financial Aid |
Based on economic background and need |
Sports Scholarships |
For outstanding sports achievers |
VITEEE Rank-Based Waivers |
100% to 25% fee waiver based on ranks in VITEEE |
Parameter |
Details |
Average Salary Package |
Rs6 – Rs7.5 LPA |
Highest Salary Package |
Rs75 LPA (International Offer) |
Top Recruiters |
Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Cisco, Deloitte, Intel, TCS, Infosys, Wipro |
Placement Cell Support |
Career development programs, mock interviews, coding bootcamps |
Internship Opportunities |
Global and domestic internships through corporate and academic tie-ups |
Ranked 17 for Overall by NIRF Ranking 2023
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Tech | ₹1.76 Lakhs - 1.98 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 60% + VITEEE |
M.Tech | ₹1.5 Lakhs - 1.95 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 60% + VITMEE |
B.Sc | ₹77k - 92k (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 with 60% |