About Vel Tech University
Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R&D Institute of Science and Technology — popularly known as Vel Tech University — is a premier NAAC A+ deemed university located in Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Established in 1997, it is UGC-recognised under Section 3 of the UGC Act and consistently ranked by NIRF.
The university is particularly renowned for its Aerospace Engineering programme — one of the finest in South India — alongside strong departments in CSE, ECE, Mechanical Engineering, and Management. It comprises multiple schools offering 100+ programmes across Engineering, Technology, Management, Law, Pharmacy, Science, and Arts.
Vel Tech attracts students from across Tamil Nadu including Chennai, Coimbatore, Salem, Madurai, Tiruchirapalli, Vellore and neighbouring states. With strong industry linkages and a growing research ecosystem, it is a top choice for families seeking quality education at a transparent fee structure.
Why Choose Vel Tech University?
Courses at Vel Tech University 2026–27
100+ Programmes- B.Tech – CSE · CSE (AI & ML) · CSE (Data Science) · CSE (Cyber Security)
- B.Tech – ECE · Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) · IT
- B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering · Civil Engineering · Biotechnology
- B.Tech – Aerospace Engineering (flagship programme)
- M.Tech – CSE · ECE · Mechanical · Aerospace · Power Electronics
- Ph.D – All Engineering Disciplines
- B.Sc – Computer Science · Information Technology · Data Science · Mathematics
- B.Sc – Physics · Chemistry · Biochemistry · Biotechnology · Microbiology
- BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications (3 Yrs)
- B.Com – General · Computer Applications · Accounting & Finance
- B.A – English Literature · Economics
- M.Sc – CS · IT · Data Science · Maths · Physics · Biotechnology
- MCA – Master of Computer Applications (2 Yrs, lateral entry available)
- Ph.D – Science & Humanities
- BBA – General · Marketing · Finance · HR (3 Yrs)
- MBA – Marketing · Finance · HR · Operations · Business Analytics (2 Yrs)
- MBA (Lateral – for B.Tech graduates) · Executive MBA
- Ph.D – Management Sciences
- BA LLB (Hons.) – 5 Years · BBA LLB (Hons.) – 5 Years
- B.Com LLB – 5 Years
- LLB – 3 Years · LLM – 2 Years (Corporate / Constitutional)
- B.Pharm – 4 Years · Pharm.D – 6 Years
- M.Pharm – Pharmacology · Pharmaceutics · Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Ph.D – Pharmaceutical Sciences
Vel Tech University Fee Structure 2026–27
Approx. Annual| Programme | Duration | Annual Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech – CSE / AI&ML / Data Science / Cyber Security | 4 Yrs | ₹1,60,000 – ₹2,00,000 |
| B.Tech – ECE / EEE / IT | 4 Yrs | ₹1,40,000 – ₹1,80,000 |
| B.Tech – Mechanical / Civil Engineering | 4 Yrs | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
| B.Tech – Aerospace Engineering | 4 Yrs | ₹1,60,000 – ₹2,10,000 |
| M.Tech – All Specialisations | 2 Yrs | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,40,000 |
| MBA – All Specialisations | 2 Yrs | ₹1,20,000 – ₹1,60,000 |
| BBA – All Specialisations | 3 Yrs | ₹55,000 – ₹80,000 |
| MCA – Master of Computer Applications | 2 Yrs | ₹80,000 – ₹1,10,000 |
| BCA / B.Sc CS / IT / Data Science | 3 Yrs | ₹55,000 – ₹90,000 |
| B.Sc – Science Disciplines | 3 Yrs | ₹45,000 – ₹70,000 |
| B.Com / B.A | 3 Yrs | ₹40,000 – ₹65,000 |
| BA LLB / BBA LLB – 5 Year | 5 Yrs | ₹85,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| LLB (3 Year) / LLM | 2–3 Yrs | ₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000 |
| B.Pharm | 4 Yrs | ₹1,10,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| M.Pharm / Pharm.D | 2–6 Yrs | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| M.Sc – All Disciplines | 2 Yrs | ₹60,000 – ₹90,000 |
| Ph.D – All Disciplines | 3–5 Yrs | ₹70,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
Vel Tech Placements 2024–25
All ProgrammesVel Tech's Training & Placement Cell actively connects students with leading recruiters in IT, core engineering, aerospace, pharma, finance, and management. Key recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Zoho, Capgemini, L&T, ISRO-related suppliers, HAL vendors, Deloitte and more.
The Aerospace department has special placement channels with defence PSUs and aviation MRO companies, giving students a unique career edge not available at most engineering colleges in Tamil Nadu.
2026 Admission Calendar – Key Deadlines
B.Tech · MBA · Arts & ScienceRankings & Accreditations
Campus Life & Infrastructure
150-acre green campus at Avadi, Chennai — modern facilities for all disciplines
Campus Tour & Student Stories
Watch real students and campus walkthroughs to get a true feel of life at Vel Tech University before you decide.
Student Reviews
⭐ 4.3/5 · 2,800+ ratings"The Aerospace programme at Vel Tech is genuinely world-class. Wind tunnels, CFD labs, ISRO collaboration — I got practical exposure you won't find elsewhere in Tamil Nadu."
"I chose Vel Tech over several other deemed universities for CSE because of the AI&ML labs and faculty research output. Placed in Zoho — super happy with the choice."
"The MBA curriculum is industry-linked and the guest lecture series from top companies is phenomenal. The Chennai location gives great internship access."
"CollegeCall guided me to Vel Tech's B.Com programme. The arts & science campus is well-equipped and the placement support for non-engineering students has improved a lot."