Uniform Code in Vellore Institute of Technology

2 mins readUpdated on Jun 26, 2022 02:54 IST
All the students at VIT are provided with identification cards when they get admission to the respective courses. Student must wear their identity cards inside the academic blocks, library, laboratories and during respective class hours.

Vellore Institute of Technology does not follow any dress code for all working days in a week.

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) has been established with the purpose of providing excellent regional and global college education. The highly driven students and professors are a source of ongoing pride. Their major feature is the institute's Memorandums of Collaboration with various leading universities. This institution provides more than 90 courses in Engineering, Technology, Science, Commerce, Law and Management.

Dress Code in VIT

Vellore Institute of Technology does not follow any dress code for all working days in a week. Students can wear dresses as per their wishes. On the first five working days such as Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday both girls and boys can follow formal or casual dress codes. This includes shirts, t-shirts, jeans and pants for boys including casual footwear or shoes. Girls can wear casual dresses like churidars, tops, jeans, skirts and leggings with sandals. On a Saturday, any dress code is allowed for both girls and boys. Permission is required for wearing traditional dresses like a vest, shirts and sarees on a normal day. Before entering the laboratories, an overcoat and shoes should be worn for students' safety purposes. 

Features of the attire:

  • Both formal and casual dresses are allowed on weekdays.
  • Nightdressses are not allowed inside the library and laboratories.
  • Sleeveless shirts or tops are allowed for both boys and girls.
  • Though the dress code is not followed in VIT, short dresses are not allowed. 
  • Special permission is required to wear a saree for girls and a vest with a shirt for boys on a normal day.
  • Piercing studs in one ear for boys and tattoos are allowed. 

Mandatory items in the dress:

All the students are provided with identification cards when they get admission to the respective courses. Student must wear their identity cards inside the academic blocks, library, laboratories and during respective class hours. 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is Mathematics compulsory for BCA admission at VIT Vellore?
A: 

Yes, students need to have Mathematics or Business Mathematics as one of the main subjects while pursuing Class 10+2 to apply for BCA admission at VIT Vellore. 

Q:   Who all are eligible for BCom admission at VIT Vellore?
A: 
VIT Vellore BCom admission criteria are:
  • Passed Class 12 with Commerce / Accountancy / Book Keeping & Accountancy / Mathematics as one of the main subjects and a minimum of 60% aggregate, are eligible to apply. 
  • The minimum aggregate for SC/ST and for candidates belonging to Jammu & Kashmir and North-Eastern states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura is 50%
Q:   Can I join VIT without 60% in PCM for BDes?
A: 

No, a minimum of Class 12 with at least 60% in PCM is required to apply for VIT Vellore BDes programme. However, there is relaxation in percentage for SC/ ST and students from North-Eastern states. Check below the detailed eligibility:

  • Indian nationals/ Non-resident Indian National can apply for BDes course.
  • Candidates should have passed Class 12 or Intermediate or two-year Pre-University Examination conducted by a recognised board/ university or its equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects to apply for BDes.
  • Students who have appeared for Class 12 finals and awaiting results can also apply, subject to submission of passing certificate by the notified date.

Note: In case, applicants belong to SC/ST community or hail from Jammu and Kashmir/ Ladakh and the North Eastern States of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim and Tripura, 10% relaxation is provided.

 

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Exemptions on special occasions:

At VIT, all celebrations, occasions and events are enjoyed and remembered. Special occasions such as New year, Diwali, Pongal, Christmas, Ramzan and all other religious festivals are celebrated. The college cultural festivals and sports events are also celebrated. The dress code for all these events and occasions is not specific. Students can wear dresses as per their wish. It can also be based on any colour pattern or theme of the events.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How much percentage is required to get admission in VIT Vellore?
A: 

Admission to VIT Vellore courses is based on the entrance test and merit. Programmes like BTech, MTech, MBA, MCA admisison is based on entrace test scores, therefore it is important to score good marks in the test. Also, students need to meet the minimum admission criteria.

Popular CoursesCommon Eligibility
BTech

Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/ Biology with at least 60% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST and others)

Candidates with date of birth falling on or after July 1, 2004

MCA

Graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate or first-class

BBA

Class 12 with at least 65% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST and others) with Commerce /Accountancy /Book Keeping and Accountancy /Mathematics /Business Maths & Statistics /Business Studies /Business Management /Business Economics /Economics as one of the subjects in the qualifying examination

MBA/ PGDM

Any three-year UG/ Integrated degree with at least 60% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST and others)

BCA

Class 12 with Mathematics/ Business Mathematics as one of the subjects in the qualifying examination with at least 65% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST and others)

Candidates with a date of birth falling on July 1, 2006 or after

MTech

Graduation in a relevant discipline with at least 60% aggregate

PhD

Master’s degree in the relevant stream of Science with a first-class or a minimum of 60% aggregate

 

Q:   Can I seek admission to BArch programme at VIT Vellore based on Class 12 score?
A: 

No, VIT Vellore does not offer direct admission to BArch programme based on Class 12 scores. Candidates need to possess a valid NATA score to apply. However, the final selection of students subjects to the cumulative calculation of NATA scores, Class 12 aggregate and performance in GDPI/ Skill Test.

Q:   Is there any entrance exam for BBA in VIT Vellore?
A: 

Entrance exam is not required for admission to BBA in VIT Vellore, as the admission is entirely merit based and counselling. Also candidates have to be eligible- Class 12 with at least 65% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ ST and others) with Commerce /Accountancy /Book Keeping and Accountancy /Mathematics /Business Maths & Statistics /Business Studies /Business Management /Business Economics /Economics as one of the subjects in the qualifying examination

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