VIT Vellore 2027: Apply for UG/PG admissions now

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT Vellore) has commenced the admission process for its undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs for the academic year 2027. Candidates seeking admission to various courses across its campuses in Vellore, Bhopal, Chennai, and Amaravati will be selected based on merit and scores from prescribed entrance examinations.

The institution, established in 1984, is recognized as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India and holds an A++ Grade accreditation from NAAC. It offers many programs, including B.Tech, B.Com, BBA, LLM, M.Tech, B.Sc, BCA, B.Arch, B.Sc Agriculture Hons, B.Des Industrial Design, and dual degree programs.

Application Process and Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for admission to VIT Vellore must first meet the prescribed eligibility criteria for their chosen program. The application process is conducted online through the official website, vit.ac.in. Applicants are required to visit the portal, click ‘apply’, enter their mobile number and email address, and make a non-refundable online payment. Following this, the application form must be filled, necessary documents uploaded, and the form submitted.

Specific eligibility requirements vary by program. For B.Com and BBA, candidates need a minimum of 60% marks in HSC in Commerce/Accountancy/Mathematics. B.Des Industrial Design requires Class 12th with 60% in PCM, with a concession to 50% for SC/ST candidates. For BE/BTech, Class 12th with 55% marks in Science streams is necessary, reduced to 45% for SC/ST. BCA applicants must have Class 12th with 60% marks in Mathematics/Business Mathematics as one of the subjects. B.Sc Agriculture Hons requires Class 12th with 70% marks in relevant subjects, or 60% for reserved categories. B.Arch candidates need Class 12th with 60% marks (50% for reserved category) in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, along with a valid NATA score. For BA LLB Hons and BBA LLB, Class 12th with at least 45% marks for the general category (42% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST) is required.

Accepted Entrance Examinations

Admission to VIT Vellore is contingent upon performance in various entrance examinations. For undergraduate programs, candidates must appear for VITEEE, UCEED, or NATA, depending on the specific course. For postgraduate programs, accepted entrance exams include VITMEE, VITBEE, CAT, XAT, MAT, and CEED.

The B.Tech admission process involves meeting eligibility, filling the application form, appearing for VITEEE, shortlisting based on VITEEE scores, registering for and attending VITEEE counselling, filling preferences, and seat assignment based on rank and choices. Final admission is confirmed after document verification and payment of fees.

Fee Structure for B.Tech Programs

The fee structure for B.Tech programs at VIT Vellore varies based on the course group. For B.Tech Group A courses, which include Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, and Fashion Technology, the tuition fee is INR 1,73,000 per annum. The total first-year fee for these courses is INR 1,76,000. For B.Tech Group B courses, encompassing the remaining B.Tech specializations, the tuition fee is INR 1,95,000 per annum, with a total first-year fee of INR 1,98,000. A refundable caution deposit of INR 3,000 is a one-time payment applicable to all B.Tech courses.

Rankings and Placement Highlights

VIT Vellore has consistently received high rankings from various national and international bodies. In 2023, the NIRF ranked VIT Vellore 17th overall, 8th in the university category, and 11th in the engineering category. The QS World Rankings 2025 placed VIT Vellore at 791-800 globally and 150th in the QS Asia Rankings 2025. The institution was also ranked 11th in the NIRF Engineering category and 14th in the NIRF University category for 2025.

The institution has a track record of strong placements. In 2024, 820 companies participated in placements, resulting in 7,142 placements with an average CTC of 9.9 lakhs per annum and a highest CTC of 88 lakhs per annum. For the 2025 batch, 868 companies participated, offering 14,044 job offers, with a highest package of ₹1 Crore per annum. This included over 3,000 Super Dream offers (₹10 LPA & above) and 3,499 Dream offers (₹6 LPA & above).

Further reading

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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