Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai
Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai is a private institution in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, established in 1992. Through the university's own national-level test for many courses (or JEE Main, CUET or CAT scores); MBBS/BDS through NEET-UG and MCC counselling for deemed universities.
Key facts
- Location
- Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu
- Type
- Private: Engineering & Technology
- Established
- 1992
- Main entrance
- University's own test
- AISHE code
- U-0491
- Courses offered
- B.Tech / B.E., M.Tech; some offer diplomas, MBA or MCA
- Eligibility
- B.Tech: Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics (usually 45%, 40% for reserved categories); diploma holders can join the second year. M.Tech: B.Tech/B.E., usually with a GATE score.
- Approval to check
- A deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act (check UGC's list; off-campus centres need UGC approval); programme approvals (AICTE, NMC, BCI, NCTE, PCI, INC) where they apply
- Institution type
- Deemed University
- Area
- Urban
- PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan
- Listed: admitted students can apply for a collateral-free education loan
- Before you apply
- That the university is on UGC's list and the programme has AICTE, NMC, BCI, NCTE, PCI or INC approval where needed; NAAC grade, NIRF rank, total fees and placements. Listed for PM-Vidyalaxmi: admitted students can apply for a collateral-free, guarantor-free education loan (3% interest subvention up to ₹10 lakh of loan for family income up to ₹8 lakh).
- Streams
- Official website
- vistas.ac.in
Entrance exams Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai accepts
Questions about Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai
How do I get admission to Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai?
Through the university's own national-level test for many courses (or JEE Main, CUET or CAT scores); MBBS/BDS through NEET-UG and MCC counselling for deemed universities.
Which entrance exams does Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai accept?
Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai uses JEE Main, CAT and NEET-UG, depending on the programme. Through the university's own national-level test for many courses (or JEE Main, CUET or CAT scores); MBBS/BDS through NEET-UG and MCC counselling for deemed universities.
Is Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai a government or private institution?
Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai is a private institution (Engineering & Technology).
Where is Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai?
Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai is in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India.
When was Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai established?
Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies, Chennai was established in 1992.
Last reviewed October 2026. Admission rules, dates and eligibility change every year, so confirm them on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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