VIIT Pune - Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology (VIIT), Pune was established in the year 2002 by Bansilal Ramnath Agarwal Charitable Trust (BRACT). VIIT Pune is a self-financed autonomous institute affiliated to the Savitribai Phule Pune University. The institute is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, New Delhi. With a CGPA of 3.14, VIIT Pune has been accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ grade. As per the official website of the college, Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology's vision is to prepare professional students who are responsible citizens of the society. 

VIIT Pune offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level courses. The institute offers a total of 15 courses. B.E. Computer Engineering, B.E. Civil Engineering, M.E. Design Engineering, Ph.D Mechanical Engineering are some of the popular courses offered by Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology. The institute accepts scores of MHT-CET/JEE Main and GATE scores for B.E. and M.E. courses respectively. To enrol in Ph.D courses students need to appear for the entrance exam conducted by the Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU). VIIT Pune has a dedicated placement cell for the placements and internships of its students. The institute also has collaborations with several national and international institutes. 

The college offers updated facilities to its students. VIIT Pune has a central library, auditorium, hostels, canteen, bank, ATM and transportation facilities for students. Furthermore, Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology wifi enabled campus, medical and parking facility in the campus. The institute also has various clubs and committees to conduct academic and extracurricular events.  

VIIT Pune Location

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology (VIIT) is located at Survey No. 2/3/4, VIM Private Road, Kapil Nagar, Kondhwa, Pune in Maharashtra. The nearest railway station is Pune Railway Station situated 10 km from the campus. Pune International Airport with a distance of 18 km from the campus is the nearest airport to the college. The nearest bus depot is Upper Bus Depot. It is just 2 km away from the institute. 

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VIIT Pune Latest News and Updates

• Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology has won the Smart India Hackathon, a nationwide event organized by AICTE in association with MHRD.

• The Women Empowerment Cell of Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology organized a NirbhayKanya Campaign in association with SavitribaiPhule Pune University.

VIIT Pune Accreditation

• VIIT Pune is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NAAC) and has received an ‘A’ grade with a CGPA of 3.14. 

VIIT Pune Awards

• The institute received an 'AAA' rating from Careers360.

VIIT Pune Collaborations

• Korea Institute of Science & Technology’s Post Silicon Semiconductor Institute, Seoul, South Korea    

• University of Amsterdam    

• Joongbu University, South Korea    

• RWTH Aachen University, Federal Republic of Germany    

• Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland

• Huddersfield University, UK    

• Yewon Arts University, South Korea    

• Universities of Ontario, Canada PIN Programmes

• Khushboo Charitable Trust, Pune    

• CADD Centre Training Services Private Ltd.

• Builders’ Association of India, Mumbai    

• Campus Connect Program, Infosys Technologies Limited, Bangalore

• Atlas Copco (I) Ltd., Dapodi, Pune

• HCL Technologies

• NVIDIA-BENNETT Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence

• Friends Union for Energizing Lives (FUEL), Pune

• CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune

• Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

• Windals Precision Private Ltd.

• Quantazone Software Private Ltd.

• IRT Technology Private Ltd ( Information Resourcing Technology)    

• Quick Heal Foundation    

• Semi-Conductor Laboratory, Dept. Of Space, Govt. Of India, SAS Nagar, Punjab    

• Texas Instruments Centre of Excellence    

• Bhau Institute    

• Automaton.AI Infosystem Pvt. Ltd.    

• GIZ 

• IoT Solutions    

• L & D Infotech Pvt. Ltd.    

• Technogong Services    

• Indiafirst Robotics Pvt. Ltd.    

• Health Globe Smart Education Pvt Ltd.    

• Dynalec Control Pvt Ltd.    

• National Highway Authority of India    

• Machine Intelligence Research Labs (MIR Labs), USA    

• Fluid Controls Pvt Ltd.

Vishwakarma Institute of information Technology Clubs, Committees and Societies

Firefox Club: It is the Tech Club of the institute. It is a perfect place for students who have an interest in computer technology. The club aims at providing technical knowledge to students. 

Value Education Club: The club inculcates values amongst students. Good values help students in becoming a good person and also enhance their social skills of students. 

Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC): Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology EDC offers opportunities for students who have interest in entrepreneurship to build and discuss their business ideas with like minded students. 

Rotaract Club: The club helps the students in developing their leadership skills and also provides them with the platform to socialise and meet new people. It also does charitable activities.

National Service Scheme (NSS): A well established NSS is present at VIIT Pune campus. It was established in 2008 and works for the betterment of society. Various activities are conducted by NSS every year. 

Competitive Exam Cell: VIIT Pune Competitive Exam Cell is for students who are preparing or willing to prepare for competitive exams. To prepare students for the exam various seminars and guest lectures from civil services officers are conducted every year. 

Women Empowerment Cell:  This club empowers women by awarding them their rights and providing them with the opportunity to showcase their talents. 

VIIT Pune Facilities and Infrastructure 

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology facilities offer a comfortable environment to the students. The college has a well-stocked central library, canteen which offers hygienic food at reasonable prices, wifi and auditorium where numerous academic and cultural events are held. VIIT Pune also has provision for the accommodation of outstation boys and girls students. Each department of the college has a lab. VIIT Pune lab facilities are updated from time to time to ensure students are provided with the best possible practical knowledge. Furthermore, Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology has a bank and ATM inside the campus only. Convenient stores such as a stationery shop, photocopy shop etc. are also at the college premises.

The institute also focuses on the physical health of the students. Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology sports facilities help students in refreshing their minds. The college has a playground used for various sports like cricket, football, athletics etc. A well-equipped gym is also there for students. To deal with medical emergencies, VIIT Pune has a health centre inside the campus only. For students coming to college by private vehicles, VIIT Pune has a parking facility as well. 

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Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology Courses

VIIT Pune offers 7 undergraduate, 5 postgraduate and 3 undergraduate courses. Some of the popular VIIT Pune courses are B.E. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, B.E. Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, M.E. Computer Engineering etc. The eligibility criteria for VIIT Pune UG courses is a bachelor degree from a recognised board. For Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology PG courses, it is mandatory for students to have a bachelor degree from a recognised university. 

VIIT Pune Courses Eligibility Criteria

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VIIT Pune Admissions

The college offers admission to UG, PG and Doctoral level courses. For VIIT Pune admission to undergraduate courses, candidates need to appear for MHT CET or JEE Main. Although, during the Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology admission procedure preference is given to candidates who have appeared for JEE Main. For postgraduate courses admission, students need to sit for the GATE. A candidate must have a valid score in the GATE to take admission. VIIT Pune admission to PhD courses is offered on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in the Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) entrance examination and candidates' performance in the personal interview. 

VIIT Pune UG Admissions

• Eligible candidates appear for JEE Main/MHT-CET.

• Next, JEE Main and MHT CET cutoff is released. 

• Register for CAP conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra.

• Fill college and course choices.

• Next, a merit list is released. Based on candidates marks in entrance and choice filled seats are allotted to them.

• Once VIIT Pune is allotted, visit the college, submit documents and pay fees. 

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology PG Admissions

• Meet the eligibility criteria.

• Appear for the GATE.

• GATE cutoff is released. 

• Register and participate in CAP conducted by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra.

• Fill course and college choice in preference order. 

• Based on the GATE score and choice filled,merit list is released and college is allotted to candidates. 

• Candidates allotted VIIT Pune need to go to the campus. 

• Submit documents and pay course fees. 

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VIIT Pune Scholarships

The institute offers only a single scholarship to its students. The only scholarship offered by VIIT Pune is the Keep Moving Scholarship. It must be noted that to get VIIT Pune scholarship students must meet the eligibility criteria set by the college. Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology scholarship policy is governed by the alumni association.  All the decisions regarding the scholarship are taken by the alumni association. Furthermore, tuition fee waiver is provided to students based on financial need and also to the childrens of the college employees. GATE qualified students are also entitled to stipend offered by the college. The eligible candidates can initiate the VIIT Pune scholarship process by visiting the alumni website of VIIT Pune. Candidates need to download the scholarship form, fill it and submit it. 

Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology Cut off

VIIT Pune cut off is the closing ranks of entrance exams undertaken by candidates. To take admission in the desired course candidates need to meet the Vishwakarma Institute of Information Technology cutoff. The institute cutoff is released by the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test Cell, Government of Maharashtra. VIIT Pune cutoff is released in multiple rounds in online mode. The cutoff varies from course to course and the category of the candidates. 

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VIIT Pune Placements

The college has a dedicated placement department for conducting placements. The VIIT Pune placement department is called the training and placement (T&P) cell. Training and placement cell manages contact with the corporates and every year sends invitations to them for the Vishwakarma Institute of Technology placements. The placement department also supports students by conducting placement related workshops and seminars. VIIT Pune placement department also remains in touch with the alumni as they also help in finding the best jobs for the students. In VIIT Pune placements for the academic year 2019-20, 585 undergraduate students and 42 postgraduate students got placed in various sectors.

VIIT Pune Placements (2019-20)

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