Direct Admission in Vellore Institute of Technology

Vellore Institute of Technology is a leading center providing top engineering degrees across India. The institute has four branches, located in different parts of the country, offering various subject combinations and streams to students. Engineering students enrolling can check the specializations they can do with B. Tech. Apart from this, students can pursue master's degree courses, B.Arch., and even general arts and science courses from the institute.

For B.Tech and some other courses, students need to appear for the VITEEE examination, and based on the rank scored, they would stand a chance for admission.

How to get direct admission to Vellore Institute of Technology? 

Vellore Institute of Technology conducts the VITEEE examination every year. Students can appear in the exam anywhere across India, and the rank secured will determine admission across all VIT branches in India. Having said so, here are some other qualifications a student would need to get direct admission to VIT:

• Students must score 60% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics/ Biology in 10+2/ PUC.
• Students from SC/ST category, and students from the North Eastern states and J&K have a further 10% mark relaxation.

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Why choose GCS Online for direct admission into the Vellore Institute of Technology?

GCS Online is a top-ranked educational consultant from Bangalore that has rewritten the standards of career and educational counseling. Our approach and consistent service have opened up the future of students, who were previously searching for a reliable consultant. Not just career counseling, at GCS Online, but also we assist students who are seeking direct admission by management quota. From start to end, we ensure to help students find management quota seats in any college, including Vellore Institute of Technology. Here are the steps we follow for ensuring easy management quota admissions:

• Checking students’ marks: First, we ensure there are no missing gaps in a student's profile, as this is a step that’s seriously considered when considering admission to VIT. Students should provide the correct rank card, mark sheets, and other necessary information.

•  Having a word with the institute: We provide students with all the information that’s necessary for management quota admission. We even help fill the admission forms the right way and extend our support till the admission procedure is complete.

Overview

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is among the oldest private colleges established in South India in the year 1984; with an aim to provide quality higher education that matches the international standards. Since then, the institute has grown into one of the most popular centers of higher education. The institute boasts one of the largest campuses and offers technical undergraduate and postgraduate courses in its curriculum. Apart from the main campus located in Vellore, VIT has three more branches located in Bhopal, Chennai, and Amaravati.

In its initial years, VIT was referred to as Vellore Engineering College. Later, in 2001, it was honored with the status of University by The Union Ministry of Human Resources Development. The cosmopolitan atmosphere of the campuses attract students from all over India and abroad to enroll here into various courses.

As per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranking, VIT stands at 11th rank. And this deemed university was accredited with an A++, the highest grade of National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

As per the study by Stanford University, USA, 2022, 48 professors of VIT are distinguished among the top 2% of global scientists in the world.

VIT Group of Institutions has 66 UG and 58 PG programs along with integrated and research programs. It also has full-time Ph.D. Degrees in Engineering and Management Disciplines.

Courses Offered

Vellore Institute of Technology houses over 66 undergraduate and 58 postgraduate courses offered. Apart from these, there are 2 research programs and 2 M.Tech Industrial programs, and full-time Ph.D. programs in Engineering and Management. Students eyeing for B.Tech admission via merit need to appear in the VITEEE examination. Up to 1 lakh ranking is considered every year for UG admission. With that being said, here are some of the courses and degrees offered in VIT for students as follows:

B.Tech

B.Tech or Bachelor of Technology is the main degree offered in VIT every single year. B.Tech sees the most number of admissions across all VIT's branches. VITEEE is the main qualifying examination. Check out the fee structure and the streams offered in VIT:

 

B.E Bachelor of Engineering (CS, Biotech, Chemical, Civil, ECE, EE, EEE, EI, IT and Mechanical) Fee: INR 1,73,000 - 1,98,000 per annum Eligibility criteria Students need to have 60% marks in their previous qualifying examination and a valid rank in VITEEE examination. For Bhopal Campus, the fee per annum is INR 2,01,000.

B.Des

Bachelor of Design (B. Des) is an undergraduate degree that aids students in designing aesthetically appealing and ergonomically comfortable products. VIT’s own VIT School of Design offers the course, which is designed with a 360 degree experiential learning approach to equip the students with all the skills required to sustain in the design industry.  Let us check out more about the course and the qualifying criteria:

B.Des Bachelor of Design (Industrial Design) Fee: INR 1,76,000 per year Eligibility criteria  Students must appear for VIT DAT (Design Aptitude Test); this is compulsory for students who have not taken the UCEED exam. VIT DAT takes 2 hours to complete and does not comprise any negative marking. Candidate with an overall aggregate of 60% with PCM as their major subjects in their (10+2) is a must-have qualification

Integrated M.Tech programmes

Integrated M.Tech program is a total 5-year program that offers a combination of B.Tech and M.Tech degrees in one single program. The line of education formally opens up to research-oriented studies and allows students to venture deeper into the world of engineering and technology.

Unlike regular M. Tech, this program does not require any entrance examination, and admission is considered based on 10+2 scores. Here is the list of programs offered along with the eligibility criteria:

 

Integrated M.Tech Programmes Integrated M.Tech. Software Engineering(5 Years) Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering in collaboration with Virtusa (5 Years) Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering  (Data Science) (5 Years) Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Business Analytics) (5 Years) Integrated M.Tech. Artificial Intelligence Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) Integrated M.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (Computational and Data Science) Fee: INR 96,000 – 1,98,000 per year  (for 5 years) Eligibility criteria Students need 65% in PCM in 10+2. For students from NE states or J&K and Ladakh, the requirement is 55%. The same applies for students from the reserved categories.

MBA

VIT Business School or VITBS has offered MBA degrees every year since 1994. The school focuses on high standards of education and provides the perfect environment for students to learn advanced concepts of business management and practices. Let us check out the eligibility and fee structure:

MBA Master of Business Administration Fee structure INR 351,500 for the first year and INR 348,500 for the second year. Eligibility criteria A minimum of 60% or First Class in undergraduate degree from any recognized university of India. (10% relaxation in UG degree for SC/ST applicants and applicants hailing from North Eastern states, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh. Students should secure a rank in either CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ ATMA.

Other Courses

Apart from the top courses, VIT also offers quality education and opportunities for research in other streams as well, such as the humanities, hospitality management, and agriculture. The criteria for admission in all undergraduate courses is 60 – 65% aggregate marks in the respective streams depending on the course opted, followed by interviews.

Students opting for master's degree must have graduated with a full-time degree from any recognized University/Institute with a minimum aggregate of 60% or First class to secure an admission.

 

Placement

VIT’s Career Development Center or CDC is a dedicated placement cell that is curated for the careers and futures of thousands of students annually. It provides students with lucrative job opportunities from the leading MNCs and startups in India and abroad. The center offers a comprehensive learning experience that is required in this fast and adapting job market scenario. Here are some key objectives of the center:

• Providing students with adequate resources and mentoring so that they receive all the career help they need and make informed decisions.

• Connecting students to potential employers who come with lucrative job opportunities.

• Brushing their interpersonal and communication skills to ensure they crack the tough interview questions and find success in the workplace.

Students can obtain some crucial industrial certifications and enhance their resumes to the next level. Certification from Salesforce, IBM, AWS, and so on has a career-transforming impact, which ensures a promising career to students.

The record salary package received by two students from B. tech Computer Science Engineering in 2022, was INR 1.02 crore per year.

From career counseling to a strong global alumni network, VIT offers industry-level support that works efficiently in every step taken by the students. With that being said, here are some of the recruiting firms arriving for campus interviews every year:

• PwC

• Chrysler

• Ashok Leyland

• Bank of America

• Deloitte

• JP Morgan

• Dr.Reddy’s

• Godrej

• ITC

• MRF

• SAB Miller

• Amazon

• Wells Fargo

• PayPal

• Cognizant

• TCS

• Infosys

Facilities and Infrastructure

Vellore Institute of Technology has state-of-the-art infrastructure. The campus feels lively, and students are sure to enjoy their time here while pursuing any degree of their choice. VIT has standardized every single aspect of the campus, right from classrooms to clubs to hostels to the library and all the other student-friendly amenities. 

Vellore campus alone holds 24 hostels on the campus, 18 for boys and 6 for girls, with a capacity to accommodate 22,000 students every single year.

Check out these amenities one by one:

• Hostels: VIT has dedicated hostels for boys and girls. Each hostel is known for its high quality standards and convenient infrastructure, and is well-guarded, making it safe for the hostelers. Here are some of the facilities provided in each hostel:

• Each hostel has an attached dining space that serves vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisines to both Indian and international students.
• Rooms comprise AC and Non-AC single and shared bed options.
• Wardens, supervisors, and counselors are available round the clock.
• 24-hour water, Wi-Fi, and power supply with backup generator at all the hostels.

 

• Sports: VIT is a renowned center, having one of the largest fields for outdoor sports and events. From cricket and football to badminton, basketball, and more, all these outdoor sports have dedicated stadiums. In addition, the institute also has several indoor sports, including TT, snooker, squash, and indoor gymnasium.