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Overview

Vellore Institute of Technology (விஐடி பல்கலைக்கழகம்) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. This institution also has a branch campus in Chennai. Founded in 1984, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India. VIT offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 42-year-old Indian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 50-59%. This makes it an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. VIT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Vellore Institute of Technology's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Vellore Institute of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vellore Institute of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Vellore Institute of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) விஐடி பல்கலைக்கழகம்
Acronym VIT
Founded 1984
Motto A place to learn; a chance to grow
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Mascot
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Location

Address Katpadi-Thiruvalam Road
Vellore
632 014 Tamil Nadu
India
Vellore Institute of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Vellore Institute of Technology Phone Number (416) 224 3091
Vellore Institute of Technology Fax Number (416) 224 3092
Other locations Chennai

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Recognition and Accreditation

Vellore Institute of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vellore Institute of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: University Grants Commission of India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2001


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vellore Institute of Technology's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
  • Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Vellore Institute of Technology as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Vellore Institute of Technology Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Vellore Institute of Technology is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Vellore Institute of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.



Vellore Institute of Technology: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Vellore Institute of Technology Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Vellore Institute of Technology Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Vellore Institute of Technology categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Vellore Institute of Technology.



Vellore Institute of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Vellore Institute of Technology Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Vellore Institute of Technology website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

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Vellore Institute of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Vellore Institute of Technology is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Vellore Institute of Technology has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Vellore Institute of Technology's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Vellore Institute of Technology's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office


Vellore 632 014
(416) 220 2168 / 220 2157


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Size and Profile

Vellore Institute of Technology Size and Profile


Vellore Institute of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Vellore Institute of Technology has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Vellore Institute of Technology's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Control Type Control Type

Vellore Institute of Technology is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

Vellore Institute of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Vellore Institute of Technology's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Vellore Institute of Technology adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Vellore Institute of Technology's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Vellore Institute of Technology is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Vellore Institute of Technology Facilities


Vellore Institute of Technology's Library University Library

Yes Visit Vellore Institute of Technology's Library


Vellore Institute of Technology's Housing University Housing

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Vellore Institute of Technology Services


Vellore Institute of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Vellore Institute of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Vellore Institute of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Vellore Institute of Technology Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Vellore Institute of Technology Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vellore Institute of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vellore Institute of Technology public or private?

Vellore Institute of Technology is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Vellore Institute of Technology profit or non-profit?

Vellore Institute of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Vellore Institute of Technology in terms of enrollment?

Vellore Institute of Technology has a student enrollment ranging from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.

What is the size of Vellore Institute of Technology in terms of academic staff?

Vellore Institute of Technology's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.

Is Vellore Institute of Technology a coeducational institution?

Vellore Institute of Technology is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Vellore Institute of Technology use?

Vellore Institute of Technology adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Vellore Institute of Technology affiliated with?

None.

Does Vellore Institute of Technology admit international students?

Yes.

What is Vellore Institute of Technology's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Vellore Institute of Technology's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Vellore Institute of Technology VIT?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Vellore Institute of Technology VIT located?

Vellore Institute of Technology is located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. Address: Katpadi-Thiruvalam Road.

Is Vellore Institute of Technology VIT accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Vellore Institute of Technology is accredited by University Grants Commission of India (since 2001).

Does Vellore Institute of Technology offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology have a university library?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology offer career services?

Yes

Does Vellore Institute of Technology offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Vellore Institute of Technology have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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