VIT Vellore Facilities

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), located in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, is a private-research deemed university. VIT University campuses are spread over Vellore and Tamil Nadu and have sister universities in Amaravati, Bhopal, and Bengaluru. The prestigious VIT Vellore offers 66 undergraduate, 58 postgraduate, 15 integrated, 2 research, and 2 M Tech premier programs. Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) merged its areas of expertise into 20 schools/institutes for better integration.  One of the most attractive elements of the VIT curriculum is the implementation of a fully flexible credit system that allows the students to select the subjects and faculties of their preference for the upcoming semester. VIT Vellore has the legacy of following both research as well as project-based learning with rich research, teaching, and innovative academic backgrounds. Vellore Institute of Technology has the vision to disseminate insights for a technologically empowered India, and thus, extends its support to faculty and students, enabling them to be the torchbearers of the spread of knowledge to promote academic growth and innovation. For this purpose, VIT with its aim to be a model University, provides all the necessary facilities for its students and faculty. VIT Vellore facilities are a blend of integrated academic, physical, and support facilities.  

VIT Vellore highlights;

Particulars	Statistics
Establishment year	1984
Ownership Type	Private
Top accreditations	A++ Grade by NAAC, MHRD
Recognized by	UGC

VIT Vellore aspires to combine and reflect the premier methodologies to deliver the resources and facilities to its community. The university’s effort is evident through the systematic approach, utilizing the available resources and expecting a multifaceted outcome. Integrating the best practices across various spheres, VIT ensures that the students and faculty members benefit from modern infrastructure, advanced technology, and innovative educational methods. VIT Vellore facilities demonstrate the university’s dedication to excellence and a strong commitment to delivering transformative as well as adaptive world-class education. Furthermore, VIT Vellore facilities incorporate a Career Development Centre (CDC) which is functioning as a part of VIT Vellore placement facilities, to help students to expand their perspective beyond traditional classrooms and grow the vital skills necessary for success in their respective fields. CDC’s primary focus lies in delivering personalized career guidance and required training to all the students supporting their professional endeavours. The centre organizes several interactive workshops, informative talks, and skill-focused training sessions. Understanding the significance of soft skills in the professional world, CDC incorporates a specialized curriculum aimed at improving interpersonal communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities. Overall, the Career Development Centre at its core manages to be a guiding light for students, illuminating their path toward a successful and fulfilling career by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in their chosen endeavours.

VIT Vellore Infrastructure

VIT Vellore campus spans an extensive 372 acres. VIT Vellore infrastructure offers students and faculty an enriching experience. A remarkable aspect of VIT’s modern infrastructure is the fully furnished and well-equipped laboratories that are spread over almost every building of the University, highlighting VIT Vellore's commitment to a research-oriented curriculum. The campus is enriched with abundant features such as auditoriums, opulent open spaces, and outdoor stages, to support various events that take place at the university. A notable feature of VIT Vellore Infrastructure is the well-maintained premises, with captivating architecture. These academic blocks are 7 in number fulfilling the requirements of both studies and research in VIT Vellore.  VIT Vellore Facilities extends its support in providing students with exposure to national and international level subject matter experts and it hosts regular national and international conferences on its campus. These interactions and conferences take place in designated auditoriums and conference halls. These spaces are built with centralized air conditioners, Wi-Fi services, and optimal lighting. Among all the auditoriums and conference halls, Anna Auditorium, with a seating capacity of 1800, stands out with impressive features. 

 VIT Vellore Facilities: Academic Blocks and Auditoriums

Dr. M.G.R Block	Anna Auditorium
Silver Jubilee Tower	Dr M. Channa Reddy Auditorium
Technology Tower	Dr. Ambedkar Auditorium
Sri. M. Vishweshwaraiah Building	Kamaraj Auditorium
CBMR	Multi-purpose Hall (at Gandhi Block)
G.D Naidu Block
A.L Mudaliar Block
Gandhi Block

VIT Vellore’s Centre for technical support (CTS) is responsible for maintaining policies regarding the use of VIT Vellore computing and IT infrastructure facilities. This technical facility is a major component of VIT Vellore facilities.  Following the proper instructions and guidelines, faculty, students, departments, and authorized visitors are allowed to make use of these IT infrastructure facilities. VIT Vellore IT infrastructure is widely spread across the campus connecting 56 buildings with a high-speed advanced network. Acknowledging the demands and needs of both faculty and students, VIT is provided with 10Gpbs of network bandwidth with the help of major internet service providers and also provided many Wi-Fi access points across the campus to enhance the internet access. VIT Vellore Infrastructure is further enhanced with many smart classrooms. All the classrooms are spacious and incorporate hi-tech equipment. These classrooms are often used for seminars and other events. 

Continuing its commitment to enhancing campus life for students, VIT Vellore has introduced three fully equipped muti-cuisine canteens, offering a wide variety of cuisines and dishes. VIT Vellore facilities include a primary health centre that provides round-the-clock primary health care services to all the students, faculty, and staff, and transport facilities ensuring the commuting of students, both inside and outside. The university operates bus services across the city considering the better transportation of day scholars. 

VIT Vellore Research Facilities

VIT Vellore is known for its excellence in research-based academics and the development of innovative technologies. VIT Vellore research facilities are mainly comprised of three Important elements, academic research, sponsored research, and research centres.  Since attaining university status in 2001, VIT has rapidly surpassed expectations. Government organizations, research institutes, and key organizations such as ISRO, and Atomic Research Centres have recognized the university’s capabilities. As an outcome of all this recognition, VIT has successfully secured sponsorship for a remarkable 50 research projects, amounting to a significant 100 million rupees. Renowned for its excellence in research, VIT is supported by distinguished faculty committed to proceeding in fundamental research as well as the development of innovative technology for the future. VIT Vellore facilities for its research and project-based learning, attract potential students to the university to make use of the national and international research network. VIT Vellore garnered a reputation for its research-oriented and innovation-driven perspective in academics. To facilitate the participation of students in exciting research projects, VIT Vellore research facilities include research centres as a part of research-based academic learning. Automotive research, Crystal research, and Survey Research centres are some of the integral elements of these research centres. 

VIT Vellore Research Facilities: Research Centres;

•  Automotive Research Center   
• Centre for Clean Environment
• Centre for Functional Materials
• Centre for Innovative Manufacturing Research 
• Centre for Nano Biotechnology 
• Centre for Nanotechnology Research 
• CO2 Research and Green Technologies
• Centre for Bio Separation Technology
• Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular, and Molecular Theragnostic  
• Centre for Disaster Mitigation & Management 
• Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council 

VIT Vellore Instrumentation Facilities

VIT Vellore Instrumentation facilities open the door to the world of exceptional cutting-edge scientific instrumentation within its Sophisticated Instrumentation Facility (SIF) for its students. VIT’s School of Advanced Studies (SAS) provides advanced instruments that serve as essential tools for both internal researchers and external users (on a payment basis). With a commitment to promoting research-based academics, and nurturing scientific exploration, the SIF provides access to these instruments to facilitate research breakthroughs for various scientific pursuits. 

VIT Vellore Facilities: VIT Vellore Instrumentation Facilities;

• HIGH-RESOLUTION MASS SPECTROMETRY (HRMS)
• NMR Spectrometer
• Transmission Electron Microscope
• GC – MS – Perkin Elmer
• FT- IR Spectrophotometer
• Powder X-ray Diffractometer
• Surface Area Analyzer
• Thermo Gravimetry Analyzer
• CHNS Elemental Analyzer
• Total Organic Carbon Analyzer
• UV Visible Spectrophotometer
• Single Crystal X-ray Diffraction Facility
• Raman Spectroscopy
• Gas Chromatograph
• Fluorescence Spectrophotometer
• HPLC
• Electrochemical Workstation
• Materials Testing Machine
• Refractive Index Measurement Setup- Prism Coupler
• Time domain reflectometry

Through its commitment to promoting scientific exploration, the VIT Vellore Instrumentation Facilities play a crucial role in facilitating research and innovation across various domains. Researchers from both within the institute and beyond can make use of this collection of advanced instrumentation, accelerating their work and contributing to the growth of knowledge and understanding.

VIT Vellore Library Facilities

VIT Vellore Central Library, Periyar EVR Central Library, is a key epicentre of knowledge and resources spread over 7770 square meters across six floors. Its extensive collections include resources covering a wide range of domains such as Mathematics & Science, Engineering & Technology, Biotechnology, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management. The library features a diverse collection of materials, including printed books, e-books, and CDs & DVDs. It also subscribes to both national and international journals in both print and e-journal formats. VIT Vellore Library Facilities is not just confined to these resources. Utilizing the modern and advanced infrastructure, the library offers a video conferencing facility and provides access to NPTEL video courses, ePGpathashala, Swayam Program, and other valuable E-learning resources endorsed by the Government of India. VIT Vellore library facilities always incorporated technological innovation to serve students and faculty to enhance their learning and teaching experiences respectively. As a part of this, the Central Library utilizes Koha Software for efficient library automation and implemented advanced RFID technology, featuring self-issue and return kiosks.  VIT Vellore library facilities also feature WEB-OPAC and online renewal facilities ensuring uninterrupted user experience.

VIT Vellore Facilities Library Services

• Web-OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog)
• Reference Service to facilitate Research-based learning
• Circulation/Lending Service
• Study Book Service
• Stars Book Bank 
• Resource Sharing through Inter-Library Loan
• Multimedia Resource Service
• Online Databases
• NPTEL E-Learning Facility
• User Education Program
• Tele/Video Conferencing 

VIT Vellore has established a library committee aimed at ensuring the smooth functioning of the library. The committee meets twice in an academic year which is accessible to all the faculty members, serving the purpose of assessing the library’s status. Every year the journal subscriptions are being renewed and add many journals based on the feedback given by faculty and students. Besides, faculty and students are given the freedom to give timely suggestions to improve the quality of the library and the quantity of books and journals. 

VIT Vellore Hostel Facilities

VIT Vellore hostel facilities offer premium accommodation for its students. At VIT, separate hostel facilities are provided to both boys and girls. Students can also experience the luxury of other facilities as a continuation of campus facilities. Apart from the comfort and secure accommodation, the student community is exposed to an inclusive living environment with a lot of activities. VIT Vellore hostel facilities are designed in such a way that it helps the students to have a seamless transition from home to college life, prioritizing their personal growth and skill development. VIT Vellore diligently formed a hostel committee to address students' concerns, discuss updates, and organize events that take place in the hostels. 

VIT Vellore hostel facilities: highlights;

• Inclusive Community: The diverse VIT population encourages connection which in turn enriches the college experience of students.
• Interpersonal Skills: Enhances communication skills and relationship-building capabilities.
• Campus Engagements: Students get the chance to organize and participate in several activities along with building leadership skills.
• Faculty Bonds: Build friendly relationships with professors and staff, creating a supportive academic ecosystem.

VIT Vellore facilities boast a total of 24 hostels (18 blocks are reserved for boys and the rest are girls’ hostels) serving more than 22000 residents annually. Both AC and non-AC rooms are available on a single or shared basis. All the hostel rooms are equipped with the latest-fashioned furniture and the toilets feature modern and sleek designs, equipped with water-efficient systems, ensuring optimal functionality while prioritizing environmental conservation. Additionally, they benefit from uninterrupted 24/7 water and power supply, supported by backup generators, and maintain eco-friendly waste disposal methods to minimize their ecological impact. VIT hostel facilities recently added a spacious visitors' room for the benefit of visiting parents/ guardians.

VIT also provides a first aid centre, pharmacy, photocopy service, gym, swimming pool, laundry service, Wi-Fi, beauty salon, tailoring unit, utility shop, driving, music, and dance classes for the convenience of the students. It also features premium recreational facilities including gum, pools, sports, and creative classes. VIT ensures the safety and security of its students by providing 24*7 support from residential counsellors, wardens and security, and transit options during late hours. 

At VIT, the mess facilities offer a range of culinary choices at the well-maintained dining halls that are operating from morning with night canteens available from 10 pm to 12 pm. Students are provided with food options both vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and international cuisines according to their preference. Additional options are available at the food court, which is a popular eating spot at VIT, serving delicious non-veg and veg cuisines at reasonable prices. VIT hostels have modern kitchen facilities with sterilized equipment and modern kitchen tools, which enhances mechanized food preparation. 

VIT Vellore Sports Facilities

VIT Vellore Facilities offer top-class sports facilities for its students invoking the importance of a healthy lifestyle. VIT's physical education department was established in 1984. VIT sports facilities equally support physical education and sports activities. VIT campus infrastructure features multiple outdoor playgrounds as well as indoor courts that are spread over a whopping 20 acres. Apart from these facilities, VIT also provides separate fitness centres for both men and women in the hostels. The campus also boasts a large world-class standard swimming pool. VIT Vellore aims to mould well-rounded individuals who develop and maintain mental and physical fitness. To achieve this perspective, VIT offers modern facilities including play areas, a stadium, indoor courts, and centres for physical education and sports. 

VIT Vellore Sports Facilities: Outdoor sports facilities;

Track and field-400 m	Basketball court (Floodlit)	Badminton (Floodlit)
Football	Handball (Floodlit)	Tennis court (Floodlit)
Cricket	Hockey field	Volleyball (Floodlit)

VIT Vellore Sports Facilities: Indoor sports facilities;

Gym	Table Tennis
Squash Courts	Snooker

The Department of Physical Education, VIT Vellore organizes several in-house tournaments to promote sports involvement among students. VIT Vellore students also take part in several inter-university and other tournaments, physical education department conducts multiple selection rounds to select students for these tournaments. Every year VIT Vellore Department of Physical Education hosts a range of competitions, from inter-university to state and national-level tournaments. To encourage excellence, VIT offers scholarships and monetary awards to top performers and medalists in sports. VIT Vellore sports facilities and events help students stay healthy but also develop a sense of sportsmanship. The well-being of VIT's employees is also a concern, and the Department of Physical Education organizes an annual tournament for them. The main aim of all these efforts is to instil a love for sports, promote skill development, provide recreation, and stimulate values like integrity among the students. 

Frequently Asked Questions about VIT Vellore Facilities

Q. VIT Vellore admissions based on what criteria?

Ans. VIT Vellore admissions are based on merit and entranced based. One can take admission to VIT Vellore by filling out the application form online with the required documents.

Q. Are VIT Vellore facilities only available to students?

Ans. VIT Vellore facilities are available to students, faculty, and staff including library facilities, lab facilities, research facilities, gym facilities, etc. The university has followed a policy for maintaining and utilizing physical, academic, and support facilities. 

Q. What sports facilities are available to VIT students?

Ans. VIT Vellore provides several sports facilities including a gym and indoor as well as outdoor sports facilities. VIT Department of Physical Education organizes various in-house tournaments for students and to encourage excellence in sports, VIT offers scholarships and monetary awards to top performers and medalists in sports.

Q. Does VIT Vellore provide hostel facilities? What are the facilities offered at VIT Vellore hostels?

Ans. VIT Vellore offers hostel facilities to both students and faculty who are away from home. VIT hostel facilities feature a total of 24 hostels (18 blocks are reserved for boys and the rest are girls’ hostels) serving more than 22000 residents annually. Both AC and non-AC rooms are available on a single or shared basis. All the hostel rooms are equipped with the latest-fashioned furniture and the toilets feature modern and sleek designs, equipped with water-efficient systems, ensuring optimal functionality while prioritizing environmental conservation. Additionally, they benefit from uninterrupted 24/7 water and power supply, supported by backup generators, and maintain eco-friendly waste disposal methods to minimize their ecological impact. VIT hostel facilities recently added a spacious visitors' room for the benefit of visiting parents/ guardians.

Q. What are the mess facilities available at VIT Vellore hostels?

Ans. VIT Vellore mess facilities offer a range of culinary choices at the well-maintained dining halls that are operating from morning and with night canteens available from 10 pm to 12 pm. Students are provided with food options both vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and international cuisines according to their preference. Additional options are available at the food court, which is a popular eating spot at VIT, serving delicious non-veg and veg cuisines at reasonable prices. VIT hostels have modern kitchen facilities with sterilized equipment and modern kitchen tools, which enhances mechanized food preparation. 

Q. Who can make use of VIT Vellore facilities?

Ans.  VIT Vellore facilities can be utilized by faculty, students, departments, and authorized visitors by following appropriate instructions and guidelines. 

Q. Is there any research centre on the VIT Vellore campus?

Ans. Yes, VIT Vellore research facilities include research centres as a part of research-based academics. Automotive research, Crystal research, and Survey Research centres are some of the integral elements of these research centres. 

VIT Vellore Research Facilities: Research Centers;

•  Automotive Research Center   
• Centre for Clean Environment
• Centre for Functional Materials
• Centre for Innovative Manufacturing Research 
• Centre for Nano Biotechnology 
• Centre for Nanotechnology Research 
• CO2 Research and Green Technologies
• Centre for Bio Separation Technology
• Centre for Biomaterials, Cellular, and Molecular Theragnostic  
• Centre for Disaster Mitigation & Management 
• Technology Information Forecasting and Assessment Council