Vellore · Tamil Nadu
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Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is a premier private research university located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, with additional campuses in Chennai, Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh), and Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh). Founded in 1984 by Dr. G. Viswanathan, VIT has grown into one of India's most sought-after private engineering institutions, consistently ranked among the top 10-15 universities nationally. The university emphasizes a fully flexible credit system (FFCS), international collaborations with over 300 universities across 60 countries, and strong industry partnerships. VIT is known for its diverse student body comprising students from all Indian states and over 50 countries, creating a vibrant multicultural campus environment. The institution places heavy emphasis on research, innovation, and entrepreneurship through its Technology Business Incubator (TBI) and various research centers of excellence.
Programs
78
listed
Streams
3
covered
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Placements
2025 · avg across 2 programs
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Average CTC
₹8.8L
per year
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Placed
87%
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Cost of attendance
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Tuition is pulled from the program's listed fees. Hostel / living / books defaults are India tier-1 averages — adjust to your situation.
Total over 4 years
₹9.6L
₹2.4L per year
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering and Business Systems
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering (Bioinformatics)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering with Specialization in AI and Machine Learning
ug 4y · 48m · 300 seats
B.Tech - Electrical and Computer Science Engineering
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Electronics and Communication Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech. Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering (Electric Vehicles)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering (Smart Manufacturing)
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering in collaboration with Virtusa
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Tech. Software Engineering
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
M. Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M. Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Big Data Analytics)
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M. Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Information Security)
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering (Intelligent Communication Systems)
pg · 24m · 120 seats
B.B.A (Bachelor of Business Administration)
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
BBA Bachelor of Business Administration
ug 3y · 36m · 300 seats
B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce)
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Arch
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
B.C.A (Bachelor of Computer Applications)
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Des. Industrial Design
ug 4y · 48m · 120 seats
B.Sc. Computer Science
Builds and maintains software systems across web, mobile, and data.
85/100
India demand
Entry
₹4L – ₹12L
Senior
₹35L – ₹90L
Extracts insights from data using statistics, ML, and domain knowledge.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹6L – ₹18L
Senior
₹45L – ₹110L
School teaching or university faculty — B.Ed / B.El.Ed for schools, PhD for college posts.
80/100
India demand
Entry
₹3L – ₹7L
Senior
₹18L – ₹40L
Owns the what & why of a product; cross-functional leadership.
78/100
India demand
Entry
₹7L – ₹22L
Senior
₹50L – ₹120L
Audit, taxation, advisory — the licensed financial professional.
75/100
India demand
Entry
₹6L – ₹15L
Senior
₹35L – ₹80L
Brand building, digital campaigns, and growth — spans FMCG, tech, and direct-to-consumer.
75/100
India demand
Entry
₹5L – ₹12L
Senior
₹30L – ₹80L
Srivilliputhur
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology is approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education).
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology is recognised by the University Grants Commission.
Vellore Institute of Technology is NAAC-accredited with grade A++.
Vellore Institute of Technology is ranked #10 in the NIRF University category in India's National Institutional Ranking Framework.
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology offers on-campus hostel accommodation for students enrolled in one or more of its programs.
Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology offers scholarships across one or more of its programs. Eligibility and amounts vary by program; check the institution's official admissions page for specifics.
Vellore Institute of Technology offers 78 programs across 3 streams (Engineering, Commerce & Management, Sciences & Arts).
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Aggregated rating
4.1/5
Sources: Reddit r/VIT · Reddit r/india · Quora VIT reviews · CollegeDunia VIT Vellore · Shiksha VIT reviews · AmbitionBox VIT employee reviews
VIT is widely regarded as one of the best private engineering universities in India, particularly praised for its placement record and flexible academic structure. Students consistently highlight the FFCS system as a major advantage, allowing them to tailor their learning experience. The coding culture and competitive programming environment are strong, with many students securing top-tier software jobs. However, concerns about high fees, strict attendance rules, and inconsistent faculty quality are recurring themes. The large batch sizes (780+ in CSE) can lead to intense competition and less individual attention. Despite these drawbacks, most students and alumni recommend VIT for those seeking strong industry placement opportunities in IT and software sectors.
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Top Engineering Institution in India | India's Leading University
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B.Com. – Banking and Capital Markets
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Com. - Business Process Services
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Com. – Financial Technology
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Sc. Multimedia & Animation
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
B.Sc. Visual Communication
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc. Biotechnology (5 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc. Chemistry (5 Year) with exit option B.Sc. Chemistry (3 Year) or B.Sc. Chemistry (Hon) (4 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc Computational Statistics and Data Analytics (5 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc. Food Science and Technology (5 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc. Mathematics (5 Year) with exit option B.Sc. Mathematics (3 Year) or B.Sc. Mathematics (Hon) (4 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated M.Sc. Physics (5 Year) with exit option B.Sc. Physics (3 Year) or B.Sc. Physics (Hon) (4 Year)
ug 5y integrated · 60m · 120 seats
Integrated Ph.D - Internal Full Time only
ug 3y · 60m · 120 seats
Master of Social Work
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications)
ug 3y · 36m · 120 seats
M.Des. (Industrial Design)
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Applied MicroBiology
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Biomedical Genetics
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Biotechnology
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Business Statistics
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Chemistry
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Data Science
pg · 24m · 120 seats
M.Sc. Physics
pg · 24m · 120 seats
Ph.D - Internal Full Time only
pg · 48m · 120 seats