Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore is one of the top private universities in India. It was established in 1984 as Vellore Engineering College and later gained deemed-to-be-university status in 2001. VIT Vellore campus is located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, and spans over 350+ acres with modern academic and residential facilities. VIT is recognised as an Institute of Eminence by the Government of India and has NAAC A++ accreditation. It is consistently ranked among the top universities in India, including being placed within the top 20–25 in the NIRF rankings in recent years. The university is also known for its strong international collaborations with 300+ global universities. The university offers 250+ courses at UG, PG, doctoral level. VIT Vellore admission to flagship BTech courses are conducted through its own entrance exam, VITEEE. VIT has a strong placement record with top recruiters like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, TCS, and Infosys. The highest packages have crossed ₹1 crore.
Updated on 29 Apr 2026
By Kartikay Sharma, Content Creator
Vellore Institute of Technology fee structure 2026 is course-wise and follows a semester pattern. Fees vary based on programme and specialisation. The overall VIT Vellore tuition fee range is approximately ₹50,000 to ₹15.5 lakh for complete courses. The insitute also offer scholarship to eligible students. Check the table below for detailed Vellore Institute of Technology course-wise fees.
| Degree | Duration | Avg. Fees |
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Vellore Institute of Technology admission dates vary depending on the course and entrance exam schedule. Candidates should keep track of official updates for application deadlines and exam timelines. Below are the key admission dates:
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
| Ongoing | Application process ongoing |
| 28 Apr ’26 – 3 May ’26 | VITEEE 2026 Exam Dates |
VIT Vellore admission will be done once payment of the prescribed fees. The total fee includes tuition and other applicable charges, while hostel and mess fees depend on the type of accommodation selected. According to current information, VIT Vellore tuition fee varies between ₹50,000 to ₹56,68,020 for various courses. Check the below table for course-wise fee structure is given below:
| Course Name | One-Time Fee | Tuition Fee | Hostel Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech | ₹600 – ₹4,350 | ₹4,80,000 – ₹7,92,000 | ₹4,23,192 – ₹6,69,000 |
| M.E. / M.Tech | ₹1,200 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,60,000 – ₹5,98,000 | ₹2,22,980 – ₹4,23,192 |
| MBA / PGDM | ₹750 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,60,000 – ₹6,97,000 | ₹2,12,380 – ₹2,85,600 |
| B.Sc. | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,65,000 – ₹7,50,000 | ₹3,21,144 – ₹5,73,000 |
| M.Sc. | ₹600 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,20,000 – ₹3,75,000 | ₹2,37,400 – ₹5,34,950 |
| MCA | ₹3,000 | ₹1,40,000 – ₹2,74,000 | ₹2,22,980 – ₹2,85,600 |
| BCA | ₹2,000 | ₹1,65,000 | ₹3,21,144 |
| B.Com | ₹2,000 – ₹3,000 | ₹1,65,000 – ₹4,14,000 | ₹3,21,144 – ₹4,64,400 |
VIT Vellore is organized into 17 specialised schools across its two campuses, each focused on distinct academic disciplines. Every school is equipped with dedicated faculty, advanced laboratories, research centers, and academic support infrastructure relevant to its area of study. This school-based structure ensures focused learning and strong domain expertise for students.
| School Name |
|---|
| School of Advanced Sciences (SAS) |
| School of Bio Sciences & Technology (SBST) |
| School of Civil Engineering (SCE) |
| School of Chemical Engineering (SCHEME) |
| School of Computer Science and Engineering (SCOPE) |
| School of Computer Science Engineering and Information Systems (SCORE) |
| School of Electrical Engineering (SELECT) |
| School of Electronics Engineering (SENSE) |
| School of Healthcare Science and Engineering (SHINE) |
| School of Mechanical Engineering (SMEC) |
| School of Social Sciences and Languages (SSL) |
| School of Hotel & Tourism Management (HOT) |
| VIT Business School (VIT BS) |
| School of Architecture (V-SPARC) |
| School of Design (V-SIGN) |
| School of Media, Arts and Technology (V-SMART) |
| VIT School of Agricultural Innovations and Advanced Learning (VAIAL) |
VIT Vellore accepts a mix of its own university-level entrance exams and nationally recognized entrance tests for admission across its UG, PG, integrated, and doctoral programs. The table below outlines the accepted entrance exams for each course stream at VIT Vellore for the 2026 academic year.
| Course | Accepted Entrance Exams |
|---|---|
| B.Tech | VITEEE (VIT Engineering Entrance Exam) |
| M.Tech | VITMEE / GATE |
| MBA | CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / GMAT |
| B.Arch | NATA |
| B.Des | VIT DAT (Design Aptitude Test) / UCEED |
| PhD | VITREE (VIT Research Entrance Exam) |
| BBA / BCA / B.Com / B.Sc | Merit-based (Class 12 marks, no entrance exam) |
Note: Entrance exam requirements may vary by course. Some programmes, especially in science and humanities, offer admission based on academic merit without an entrance test.
Vellore Institute of Technology hostel fee varies based on room type (AC/Non-AC), occupancy, and mess facilities. The hostel fee typically ranges from ₹1.1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh per year for most room types, while some basic options may start around ₹75,000 annually Check below the table for VIT Vellore hostel fee 2026:
| Room Type | Annual Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Non-AC (3–6 sharing) | ₹75,000 – ₹1,15,000 |
| Non-AC (2–3 sharing) | ₹1,10,000 – ₹1,30,000 |
| AC Rooms | ₹1,10,000 – ₹1,50,000+ |
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