Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), Chennai, is a prestigious deemed-to-be university established in 1985 and granted university status under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. The institution is part of the renowned Hindustan Group of Institutions, known for its excellence in engineering, management, and aviation education. Located in Padur, along the scenic Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), Chennai, HITS offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across engineering, management, law, liberal arts, design, and allied sciences. The university emphasizes research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and global collaboration. With NAAC ‘A+’ accreditation, AICTE and UGC approvals, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, HITS stands as a center for holistic education that nurtures technical competence, ethical values, and leadership qualities in its students.
Feature |
Details |
Full Name |
Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science |
Popularly Known As |
HITS Chennai / Hindustan University |
Location |
Padur, Old Mahabalipuram Road (OMR), Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Established Year |
1985 (Deemed-to-be University status under UGC Act, 1956) |
Type |
Deemed University (Private) |
Approved By |
UGC, AICTE, COA, DGCA |
Accreditation |
NAAC ‘A+’, NBA Accredited, ISO 9001:2015 Certified |
Campus Size |
150+ acres with advanced academic and residential infrastructure |
Governing Body |
Hindustan Group of Institutions, Chennai |
Event |
Date |
Application Start Date |
December 2024 |
Last Date to Apply |
April 2025 |
HITSEEE (University Entrance Exam) |
April – May 2025 |
Counseling & Admission Offers |
June 2025 |
Academic Session Begins |
July–August 2025 |
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Mode of Admission:
Eligibility Criteria:
Scholarship Type |
Eligibility |
Merit Scholarships |
Based on HITSEEE / JEE performance and academic excellence |
Sports Scholarships |
For state/national-level athletes |
Need-Based Scholarships |
For economically weaker students |
Defence & Alumni Scholarships |
For wards of defence personnel and HITS alumni |
International Collaboration Scholarships |
For exchange/dual-degree participants |
Parameter |
Details |
Top Recruiters |
Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Accenture, Cognizant, Deloitte, Capgemini, Tech Mahindra, Indigo Airlines, L&T, Amazon |
Highest Package (2024) |
Rs 20 LPA (International) |
Average Package |
Rs 4.5–6 LPA |
Placement Rate |
92% overall (Engineering & Management combined) |
Career Support |
Placement training, soft skill development, and corporate mentoring |
Entrepreneurship Support |
Hindustan Technology Business Incubator (HTBI) and Startup Cell supporting student ventures |
Ranking Body |
Ranking/Recognition (2024) |
NIRF (Engineering Category) |
Ranked among Top 100 Engineering Institutions in India |
Times Engineering Ranking |
Top 50 Private Engineering Institutes |
ARIIA (Innovation) |
Recognized as an Innovation & Startup Hub |
NAAC Accreditation |
‘A+’ Grade |
ISO Certification |
ISO 9001:2015 Certified |
NBA Accreditation |
Selected Engineering Programs Accredited |
QS I-GAUGE |
Rated ‘Diamond’ for Teaching & Facilities |
Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
B.Pharm | ₹1.5 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
L.L.B | ₹1.87 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation |
B.Arch | ₹2.43 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 |
1, Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Old Mahabalipuram Road, Padur, Kelambakam Chennai - 603103 Tamil Nadu, India