Vel Tech Chennai - Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology (Vel Tech Chennai) was founded by professor Dr R Rangarajan with the “Education for All” motto. It was established in 2008 under the approval of the University Grants Commission and accreditation of the NAAC. It is situated on a 100-acre campus. Vel Tech is a privately owned co-educational institution with the status of “deemed to be university”.  The institute has a total enrollment of 9239 students and a faculty strength of 536. As per NIRF Rankings 2021, Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology was ranked 93rd among engineering institutions however, in 2020, the institute has been ranked 95th in the same category.

Vel Tech offers programmes of study in engineering, law, sciences, and business administration. The vision of Vel Tech is to spread knowledge embedded in creativity and innovation for the transformation of society. It has framed a mission for teaching and learning with research and excellence. The agenda of Vel Tech is to foster multidisciplinary research and entrepreneurship for both global competition and national growth. The institute is built with state-of-the-art infrastructure providing an environment for accelerated learning with the effective service and supervision provided by the administrative office. The varsity has several clubs and committees with endless opportunities for students to develop their interests. Vel Tech has several MOUs and collaborations signed up with institutions worldwide to further its agenda towards education, research and development.

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Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology Location

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology is located on the Avadi-Vel Tech Road No 42 in Chennai. The Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology can be easily accessed by all transport modes. The college is quite close to Chennai city and has 24/7 connectivity by all means of transport. The nearest airport to the Vel Tech is Chennai International Airport, situated at a distance of 43 kilometres and can be reached via Outer ring road. The Chennai Koyambedu Central Mofussil bus stand is 30 kilometres away from the Vel Tech campus and can be easily accessed through private or public transport. The Puratchi Thalaivar Dr MGR Central railway station is 29.7 kilometres away from the campus. The students can directly access the campus from Chennai through local transportation such as - buses or private or public vehicles. 

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Vel Tech Chennai Latest News and Updates

• The institute hosted lectures on Opportunities at NTU Singapore by Prof.B.V.R.CHOWDARI at the  Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
• The institute organised a Short Course on Construction Planning and Scheduling by Professor Fan Su-Ling, Tamkang University, Taiwan.
• The institute conducted a virtual Alumni meet - USA Chapter.

Vel Tech Chennai Awards, Recognition, Accreditations and Collaborations

Collaborations:

International-

• Algebra University College, Croatia

• Eastern Mediterranean University, Cyprus

• University of Leicester, UK

• University of Nicosia, UK

• Teesside University, UK

• Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU), UK

• Université Catholique de Louvain (UC Louvain), Belgium

• Concordia University, Canada

• University of Windsor, Canada

• Yunnan University of Finance & Economics, China

• Changsha University of Science & Technology, China

• SouthWest JiaoTong University, China

• Central South University, China

• Dalian Neusoft University of Information, China

• Czech University of Life Sciences Prague, Czech Republic

• Czech Technical University in Prague, Czech Republic

• Defense University, Ethiopia

• Institut National des Sciences Appliquées Centre Val de Loire, France

• Institut National des Sciences Appliquées (INSA), France

• Institut Superieur D’Electronique De Paris (ISEP), France

• Université François-Rabelais de Tours (Polytech Tours), France

• ESTACA, France

• The University of Orleans (Polytech Orleans), France

• Centrale Supelec, France

• Université de Nantes, France

• Technische Universität Kaiserslautern

• FH Aachen – Aachen University of Applied Sciences , Germany

• University of Applied Sciences Düsseldorf (Hochschule Düsseldorf), Germany

• Dresden International University, Germany

• Technische Hochschule Köln (TH Koln), Germany

• Westfälische Hochschule, Germany

• University of Applied Sciences Bremerhaven (Hochschule Bremerhaven), Germany

• IZFP – Fraunhofer Institute, Germany

• Technical University of Applied Sciences Wildau, Germany

• Saarland University, Germany

• Muhammadiyah University of Tasikmalaya, Indonesia

• Riga Technical University, Latvia

• Vilnius University, Lithuania

• Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia(UKM), Malaysia

• University of Malaya (UM), Malaysia

• Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia

• Univerisiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM), Malaysia

• Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UNiKL), Malaysia

• Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia

• Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia

• Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Malaysia

• Multimedia University (MMU), Malaysia

• Moscow Aviation Institute, Russia

• Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University (LETI), Russia

• National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan

• National Ilan University, Taiwan

• National University of Taiwan, Taiwan

• Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology (STUST), Taiwan

• Tamkang University, Taiwan

• Providence University, Taiwan

• National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan

• National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan

• Asia University, Taiwan

• National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan

• National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan

• National Formosa University, Taiwan

• Yuan Ze University, Taiwan

• Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan

• National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

• National United University, Taiwan

• National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan

• National Yang-Ming University, Taiwan

• Feng Chia University, Taiwan

• National Sun Yat-sen University, Taiwan

• National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

• National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan

• National University of Kaohsiung, Taiwan

• National Chin-Yi University of Technology, Taiwan

• National Kaohsiung Normal University, Taiwan

• Chung-Ang University, South Korea

• Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea

• Kristianstad University, Sweden

• Oklahoma State University, USA

• Portland State University, USA

• University of Northern Iowa, USA

• University of Michigan, Dearborn, USA

• University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, USA

• University of California, Berkeley, Extension, USA

• University of Detroit Mercy, USA

• University of Notre Dame, USA

• Western Illinois University, USA

• Ferris State University, USA

• California State University, Fullerton, USA

• Universitat Politecnica De Catalunya (UPC), Spain

• Universidad Catolica San Antonio de Murcia (UCAM), Spain

• Universidad de Alicante, Spain

• IQS School of Management – Universitat Ramon Llull, Spain

• Mapua Institute of Technology, Philippines

• Polonia University, Poland

• AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland

• Polytechnic Institute of Leiria, Portugal

• Polytechnic Institute of Branganca (IPB), Portugal

• Kocaeli University, Turkey

• Sabanci University, Turkey

• Abdullah Gul University, Turkey

• Marmara University, Turkey

• Beykent University, Turkey

• Duy Tan University, Vietnam

• FPT University, Vietnam

Industry Collaboration

• AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) – in Collaboration with UCAL JAP

• ARAI

Industry Collaboration Research

• Rane Engine Valves, India

• Ucal Fuel Systems Limited, India & ROVITEK, Korea

• MBDA Missiles Systems, France

• FRANCECOL Technology, France

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology Clubs, Committees and Societies

• Arts and Drama Club: It allows students to channelise their inner talent at a more professional level.

• Computer Games Club: It helps build and strengthen students' knowledge in various skills, such as reasoning,  spatial navigation, perception and memory.

• Music Club: This club encourages students to explore their musical talent.

• Dance Club: It helps build the students' skill in dance and Indian art form.

• Environment Club: To make students aware of the environment and its rights.

• Photography Club: To engage students in photographic activities.

• Karate Club: To help the students get trained in martial arts

• Yoga Club: The club teaches students the ancient form of yoga. 

• Toast Master Club: It is an international club that helps students nurture their leadership, communication and public speaking skills.

• Sports Club: The club helps students develop their skills in sports.

• Entrepreneurship Club: It empowers students with entrepreneurial mindsets and helps them understand and discover entrepreneurship.

Rankings

• The institute has been ranked 93rd among engineering institutions by NIRF in 2021.
• In 2020, the institute was ranked 95th in NIRF engineering rankings.

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology Facilities

• Hostels: The institute provides well-equipped hostel accommodation for both boys and girls.

• Gym: The institute has gymnasium facilities to help students maintain a healthy physique.

• Transport: The campus has transportation facilities that help students and staff members commute to and back from college.

• Medical Facilities: With 100 member bed capacity, the campus is well-equipped to serve any kind of medical emergency

• Sports: Both outdoor and indoor sports facilities are provided to students on campus.

• Classrooms: Classrooms are well-equipped with modern amenities to help students learn in a more dynamic way.

• Research Centers: There are over 80 labs and 17 planned laboratories for joint research purposes.

• Cafeteria: The students here get access to healthy and hygienic food products at more efficient prices.

• Wifi/IT: The campus is connected with wifi and internet connectivity. The facility can be accessed both by students and staff members. 

• Library: The library is well equipped with a good repository of books, journals and academic services including digital tools for student references and research.

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Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology  Courses

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Vel Tech Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Admissions Process

• Candidates can register online on the official website of the institute by paying the registration fees and downloading the application form.

• Candidates who have passed 10+2 must apply and appear in the VTUEEE.

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on a valid rank in the VTUEEE.

• The lateral entry candidates can get direct admission if they have secured 60% marks in Bachelor’s degree.

• After being shortlisted, applicants must complete the document confirmation and pay the course fees to be confirmed for admission in Vel Tech.

Vel Tech B.A LLB/B.Com LLB Admissions Process

• Students interested in pursuing a degree in the arts, commerce, or law must register online and pay the application fees.

• Candidates who have a valid CLAT/LSAT score will be given first preference.

• Candidates who do not have these tests can apply for direct admission.

• The shortlisted candidates need to submit all the required documents and pay the course fees. 

Vel Tech B.Sc Admissions Process

• To be eligible for this programme, applicants must have passed 10+2 with 60 percent or equivalent score.

• To fill the application form for the programme, the applicant would be required to attach a portfolio as proof of drawing skills, writing skills and knowledge of current as well as global affairs.

• After the portfolio assessment, the candidate will be offered direct admission.

• Applicants must get the documents verified and pay the requisite fee. 

Vel Tech M.Tech Admissions Process

• The applicant must take either the GATE exam or the VTPGEE test (GAT-B only for Biotechnology).

• The applicant must participate in the personal interview process after being shortlisted based on a valid GATE score or the VTPGEE-based rank list. 

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on the number of available seats.

• Candidates must submit their documents and pay the appropriate fees after they have been admitted.

Vel Tech Ph.D Admissions Process

• Students must pass the requisite entrance exam, such as the UGC/NET/CSIR(JRF)/SLET as the first step toward consideration.

• Students will be selected on the basis of their performance in the exam and will be called for a personal interview if selected.

• The admission committee in Vel Tech will shortlist the final candidates and they need to participate in the final step of document verification and fees payment process.

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology  Scholarships

Students pursuing different programmes of study at the graduate and postgraduate levels are eligible for Vel Tech scholarships. Vel Tech offers merit-based grants to undergraduate students. Vel Tech scholarships are awarded to undergraduate students in management, advertising, and law programmes based on their academic percentile. The percentage of scholarship awarded in engineering courses is determined by the combined grades in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Candidates who compete in the VTUEEE may be eligible for a scholarship based on their performance. Stipends are awarded to doctoral students who continue their studies based on their merit, profile, and credentials in the GATE, NET, or SLET exams. Some important Vel Tech scholarships offered are namely, Vel Tech Mahatma Gandhi National Merit Scholarship, VTUEEE Rank Holders Scholarship, B.Com/BBA Management Scholarship, B.Sc Media Scholarship, BA/B.Com LLB (Hons.) Scholarship and Ph.D fellowships

Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr Sagunthala R and D Institute of Science and Technology Placements

The Vel Tech placement cell plays a crucial role in providing job counselling to help students select a career path that suits their talent and interests. The institute provides lodging and transportation facilities to recruiting companies for a hassle-free experience. The students are evaluated based on their performance in the written test, online test and personal interview. Some of the candidates managed to secure multiple job offers in several companies as single, double, triple or six job offers. In 2020, 41 companies participated in the placement process and achieved a placement success rate of 95%. The recruiting companies are provided with essential amenities like interview halls and computer labs to conduct pre-placement talks and online tests.

Vel Tech Placement Facts 2020

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