Quick Summary
Based in Vellore, India, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is a private deemed university with roots dating back to 1984. Ranked #791-800 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 45000 students including 3% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Highly ranked for engineering, exceptional placement record, and robust international mobility programs.
Subject Strengths
Engineering & TechnologyComputer ScienceElectrical & Electronic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPetroleum Engineering
Founded1984
TypePrivate Deemed University
Total Students45000
Intl Students3%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusResidential
Campus Size372 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationNAAC A++, ABET, FICCI, NBA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#791-800
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Sc, Law, Design, Architecture, Ph.D.
Programs
Available in Engineering, Sciences, Management, and Humanities
PhD Programs
VITOL (VIT Online Learning) offers MBA, MCA, and M.Sc in Data Science
Online Programs
COE in IoT, Automotive Electronics, Crystal Growth, Biomedical Research
Research Centers
High
Research Output
NAAC A++, ABET, FICCI, NBA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL80
Min GPA6
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · November 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on VITEEE preparation for UG and VITMEE for PG; international students should apply through the NRI/Foreign category for simplified entry.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹198,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹175,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹324,200/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableGV School Development Programme (GVSDP), STAR Scheme
Avg Scholarship$1,000
Financial AidMerit-based scholarships for VITEEE rank holders
Work-StudyLimited research assistantships for postgraduates
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Sc, Law, Design, Architecture, Ph.D. programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Biotechnology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$11,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh; mandatory summer internships for most engineering streams
Industry Connections
Over 900+ companies including MicrosoftAmazonGoogleand TCS
Notable Alumni
Shubhangi Swaroop, Bindu Madhavi, Papias Malimba Musafiri
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Olympic size swimming pool, indoor stadium, cricket grounds, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Riviera, GraVITas, IEEE Student Chapter, SAE, Dramatics Club
Library Resources
Periyar EVR Central Library with 250,000+ volumes and extensive e-resources
Exchange Programs
SAP (Semester Abroad Program) with over 450 global partner universities
Summer Programs
Available via International Relations Office