Admission 2026–27 at Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore Institute of Technology, established in 1984, is among India's highest-ranked private deemed universities. The Vellore main campus in Tamil Nadu, together with VIT Chennai, VIT-AP (Amaravati), and VIT Bhopal, forms one of the largest integrated B.Tech admission ecosystems in the country. Admissions for 2026–27 are conducted primarily through VITEEE.
Why VIT is Worth Considering
- Highest offer in the 2025 placement cycle crossed ₹1.02 Cr; average around ₹9–10 LPA.
- VIT is consistently among the top 15 engineering universities in India by NIRF.
- Flexible "Fully Flexible Credit System" — students can pick electives across schools.
- Four campuses give branch- and location-flexibility after VITEEE counselling.
- Strong CSE, AI/ML, Data Science and ECE programmes with deep recruiter interest.
Management / Category-2 Guidance
VIT offers an NRI/Category-2 admission channel in parallel with VITEEE merit seats. While not labelled "management quota" in the traditional sense, this channel lets students secure a seat at Vellore or Chennai without depending on a top VITEEE rank.
- Open to students across India and NRIs.
- Higher published fee slab than VITEEE merit channel.
- Branch choice is subject to campus-wise availability and Class 12 marks.
VIT Admission Process (Via AdmissionJagran)
- Share your profile with us — expected/actual VITEEE rank, Class 12 marks, preferred branch.
- Advisory call — campus comparison, branch viability, fee planning.
- VIT portal application assistance and document verification.
- Fee remittance as per VIT's schedule.
- Hostel allotment and orientation schedule.
Admission Channels at VIT
1. VITEEE — Merit Channel (Category 1)
- VIT Engineering Entrance Exam — online, computer-based test.
- Merit-based allocation through VITEEE counselling portal.
- Lowest published fee structure for the university.
2. Category 2 — Higher Fee Slab
- Available to students whose VITEEE rank is outside the Category-1 cut-off.
- Higher fees across all branches; same course quality and degree.
3. NRI / International Admission
- Separate portal for NRI and international applicants.
- Fees quoted in USD; Class 12 marks considered.
B.Tech Courses & Fees at VIT (2026–27)
VIT follows a tiered fee structure based on VITEEE rank category. Figures below are indicative for VIT Vellore main campus for the 2026–27 session.
1. Category 2 — Indicative Fees (₹ Lakhs, 4-year total)
| # | B.Tech Branch / Programme | Yr 1 | Yr 2 | Yr 3 | Yr 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science & Engineering | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 33 |
| 2 | CSE (AI & Machine Learning) | 8.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 31 |
| 3 | CSE (Data Science) | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 29 |
| 4 | CSE (Cyber Security) | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 29 |
| 5 | Electronics & Communication (ECE) | 7 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 26.5 |
| 6 | Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 24.5 |
| 7 | Mechanical Engineering | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 22.5 |
| 8 | Biotechnology | 5.5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 20.5 |
| 9 | Civil / Chemical | 5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 18.5 |
2. Category 1 (VITEEE Merit) — Indicative Fees
- Approximately ₹2–3.5 Lakh per year depending on branch.
- Four-year total ≈ ₹8–14 Lakh for most mainstream branches.
3. NRI — Indicative Fees
- Quoted in USD; refer to current VIT NRI fee circular.
Eligibility Criteria & Entrance Exams
VIT admits candidates across four campuses using a single entrance exam — VITEEE — followed by centralised counselling.
VITEEE — Eligibility
- Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and English.
- Minimum 60% aggregate in PCM (50% for SC/ST).
- Candidate must not be over 21 years of age.
- Open to all Indian states and NRIs — no domicile restriction.
- Valid VITEEE rank from the current admission cycle.
Category 2 — Eligibility
- Class 12 pass with PCM and minimum 60% aggregate.
- Ranking within the Category-2 band after VITEEE counselling.
- Higher fee slab applies — campus and branch choice subject to availability.
NRI / International — Eligibility
- Class 12 pass (or equivalent IB / CBSE-International / foreign board).
- Class 12 aggregate as per NRI admission circular.
- Fees quoted in USD; separate portal application.
Placement Highlights — 2025 Cycle
- Highest package offered was approximately ₹1.02 Cr.
- Average B.Tech package was around ₹9–10 LPA.
- Over 900+ recruiters visited VIT Vellore in 2025.
- CSE, AI/ML, Data Science and ECE branches saw the highest hiring intensity.
- Super Dream offers (> ₹10 LPA) crossed 2,100 unique candidates in 2025.
- Active international placements — primarily to US, UK, Germany, Singapore.
Top Recruiters
Student Reviews — 2026–27 Session
Frequently Asked Questions — VIT
Four — Vellore (flagship), Chennai, Amaravati (AP), and Bhopal. Counselling is unified; students choose campus and branch as per VITEEE rank.
Yes, for all B.Tech programmes. There is no direct / donation-based admission at VIT.
Category 1 is merit-based with lower fees (~₹2–3.5L/year). Category 2 has higher fees (~₹6–9L/year) but gives a second chance at admission if the rank is borderline.
Approximately ₹1.02 Cr. Average B.Tech package was around ₹9–10 LPA.
Hostels are strongly recommended for out-of-Vellore students. AC / non-AC variants and mess plans are available on campus.