As board exams conclude each year, colleges across the country witness a surge in applications, particularly for arts and engineering programs. Among these institutions, VIT Chennai consistently emerges as a top choice for aspiring students. Catering to diverse academic interests, VIT Chennai offers comprehensive education across disciplines ranging from Engineering and Technology to Management, Science, and Humanities.
VIT Chennai distinguishes itself by maintaining high standards of education and striving for excellence in all its offerings. Whether it's an Engineering program or an Arts course, VIT is renowned for providing quality education that enriches students' learning experiences.
With a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, Ph.D., and integrated programs on offer, VIT Chennai provides students with ample choices to align their academic pursuits with their career aspirations. This diverse range of programs ensures that students can pursue higher education with confidence and consistency, setting them on a path to success in their chosen fields.
Name of the University | Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) Chennai |
Type of University | Deemed to be University |
Basic Admission Criteria | B.Tech: VITEEE+ Counselling |
BA-LL.B/ BBA-LL.B: CLAT/ LSAT or any other National Level Entrance Test | |
M.Tech/ MCA/ M.Tech by Research/ Int. Ph.D.: VITMEE | |
M.Phil+ Ph.D.: VITREE+ Interview | |
Application Mode | B.Tech: Online and Offline both |
BA-LL.B/ BBA-LL.B: Online followed by submission at the university address | |
M.Tech/ MCA: Online | |
Counseling | University-Based |
Scholarship | Yes |
Reservation | 10% relaxation in the qualifying exam for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/ Jammu & Kashmir and North Eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura |
Course Name | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
B.Tech | Computer Science and Engineering | Candidate must have passed 10+2 examination in PCM/B with minimum 60% marks | Based on marks obtained in VITE followed by counseling |
Mechanical | - | - | |
Cyber-Physical Systems | - | - | |
Electric Vehicle Technology | - | - | |
Civil | - | - | |
Mechatronics & Automation Engineering | - | - | |
Electrical & Electronics | - | - | |
Electronics & Communication | - | - | |
Electronics & Computer Engineering | - | - | |
Fashion Technology | - | - | |
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning | - | - |
VIT Chennai provides postgraduate programs including M.Tech, MCA, and MBA. For admission to these PG courses, candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks. Admission to M.Tech and MCA is facilitated through VITMEE, a computer-based test, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. Additionally, candidates with a valid GATE score can also apply for M.Tech programs at VIT Chennai.
Furthermore, VIT Chennai offers Integrated M.Tech in Software Engineering and M.Tech by Research across various specializations. For MBA admissions, candidates are evaluated based on their scores in CAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, or NMAT, followed by an essay writing and personal interview round.
Course Name | Specialization | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
M.Tech | Computer-Aided Design / Computer-Aided Manufacturing | BE/ B.Tech or Bachelor’s degree in the related discipline or M.Sc in the relevant discipline with 60% marks in aggregate | Based on marks obtained in VITMEE OR a valid GATE score |
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) | - | - | |
CSE (Big Data Analytics) | - | - | |
CSE (Cloud Computing) | - | - | |
Embedded Systems | - | - | |
Mechatronics | - | - | |
Communication Engineering | - | - | |
Power Electronics and Drives | - | - | |
CAD/ CAM | - | - | |
Structural Engineering | -- | ||
VLSI Design (Very Large Scale Integration Design) | - | ||
Cyber-Physical Systems | - | - | |
M.C.A | Computer Applications | Students must have passed B.Sc (IT/CS) or BCA with Mathematics at 10+2 or Graduation level with 60% marks in aggregate | VITMEE score followed by an interview |
MBA | Finance | Passed graduation at least of three-year duration with 60% marks in aggregate | CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/ NMAT or CMAT score followed by Essay Writing and Personal Interview |
Marketing | - | - | |
Business Analytics | - | - | |
Human Resource | - | - | |
Operation Systems | - | - | |
Systems Management | - | - | |
L.L.M | Corporate Law | - | - |
Intellectual Property Rights | - | - | |
International Law | - | - | |
M.Sc | Chemistry | - | - |
Data Science | - | - | |
Physics | - | - |
Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
Engineering: Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Business Administration with a first-class or a minimum of 60% marks (CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale). Equivalent qualifications like M.Sc (Engineering) or M.S. in Research are also accepted. Admission is based on VITREE exam scores, merit in the qualifying examination, research output, and personal interview.
Vellore Institute of Technology Research Entrance Examination (VITREE) is an online multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam administered by the VIT Group of Institutions for admission to PhD and Direct PhD programs. Scheduled for May 5, 2024, the application deadline for VITREE 2024 is April 25, 2024. The test lasts for 2 hours with no negative marking; candidates receive one mark for each correct answer. The examination is conducted exclusively in English.
Please Note: Full-time Ph.D. scholars must complete a minimum study duration of 30 months, while part-time scholars require 36 months. Direct Ph.D. candidates are required to complete a 4-year course duration.
Event | Date |
Last Date To Apply (Ph.D.) | Apr 25, 2024Upcoming |
VITMEE Registration Timeline | Jan 22, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024Ongoing |
VITEEE Exam Dates | Apr 19, 2024 - Apr 30, 2024Upcoming |
CMAT Admit Card Date | May 01, 2024Tentative |
VITEEE Result Date | May 03, 2024Tentative |
CMAT Exam Date | May 04, 2024Tentative |
VITREE 2024 Exam Date (Ph.D) | May 05, 2024 |
VITMEE Exam Dates | May 05, 2024 |
Application Timeline (B.Des) | Nov 17, 2023 - May 15, 2024Ongoing |
Application Timeline (LLB) | Nov 17, 2023 - May 15, 2024Ongoing |