Vellore Institute of Technology Chennai

With a VITEEE 2025 rank of 24,000, securing admission to VIT Chennai's B.Tech programs is unlikely, as the expected closing ranks for popular branches like Computer Science Engineering (CSE) are around 32,000. However, you may have a chance in less competitive branches or at other VIT campuses such as VIT-AP or VIT-Bhopal. It's advisable to check the specific cutoff ranks for each branch and campus during the counseling process.

VIT Chennai offers a full-time BTech in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE). Over a period of four years, students are taught various subjects relevant to the field of Computer Science & Engineering. These subjects can be divided into the following five categories: University Core, Programme Core, Programme Elective, University Elective and Bridge Courses.

Some subjects inlcuded in the VIT Chennai BTech in CSE curriculum are listed below:

• Digital Logic and Design
• Java Programming
• Software Engineering
• Data Structures and Algorithms
• Internet and Web Programming
• Large Scale Data Processing
• Information Security Analysis and Audit

The career prospects after pursuing a BTech at VIT Chennai depend on the BTech specialisations chosen by the candidates. The curriculum for each specialisation is designed to train candidates in the practical skills and theoretical knowledge on the various facets of Engineering. Graduates can either seek a job or pursue PG courses like MTech/MBA post completition of their course. They can also get a job through the institute's placement drive. Some job profiles available for BTech graduates of VIT Chennai are Software Developer, Researcher, Electrical Engineer, Data Scientist, etc.

VIT Chennai BTech seats are cumulative of the seats available for various BTech specialisations available at the institute. In total, there are 3,420 BTech seats at the institute. These seats are offered to eligible candidates who meet the course-specific selection criteria. Check out the following table for the distribution of the total VIT Chennai BTech seats over some specialisations:

VIT Chennai BTech application process for admissions to the academic year 2026 had been open earlier. The last date to apply for admission through VITEEE was March 31, 2026. The VITEEE exam was tentatively held from April 28 to May 3, 2026, and the result will be declared in the second week of May 2026.

BTech admission process at various VIT campuses, including VIT Chennai, begins with the application process for VITEEE for all specialisations, except BTech in Fashion Technology. The application process usually starts around November of the year preceding the admission year. The application process for the VIT Chennai BTech admission 2026 is currently ongoing. Interested candidates must apply online before the stutpulated deadline, i.e. March 31, 2026 (tentative).

Admission to the BTech in Fashion Technology at VIT Chennai is subject to the fulfilment of the preset eligibility and selection criteria. In order to secure admission, candidate must visit the official VIT website to apply online. Before applying, they must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria, which require applicants to have passed Class 12 or equivalent exam with a minimum aggregate of 60% in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The institute shortlists candidates based on their Class 12 merit, followed by Personal Interviews (PI) conducted in the hybrid mode.

Yes, BTech is available at VIT Chennai as a full-time, UG level course. The duration of the course is four years. The institute grants admission to candidates based on their VITEEE ranks (with an exception for BTech in Fashion Technology). The course is offered in various specialisations. Some of these specialisations are listed below:

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Computer Science & Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Fashion Technology