Ranking and Accreditation
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore was established in 1984 as Vellore Engineering College, with 180 students and 3 programs. Today it has evolved into a deemed to be University with over 40,000 students, offering 47 Undergraduate and 46 Postgraduate programs and having 17 schools in two campuses. VIT Chennai was established in 2010 and has since become a beacon of excellence in higher education.
VIT is focused on providing quality education and is engaged in transformative research. It offers Bachelors, Master’s and Doctoral level programs in diverse areas including Science, Engineering, Humanises, Life Science, Agriculture, Law, Fashion, Architecture, Hospitality, Design and Management. VIT has established 22 research centres, 11 in Vellore and 11 in Chennai, in almost all frontier areas including Biotechnology, Nano technology, Climate change and Data Science.
The Directorate of Rankings and Institutions of Eminence (IoE) at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is committed to enhancing the university’s reputation. We focus on implementing quality measures that improve VIT’s standing both globally and nationally. Through strategic initiatives and continuous evaluation, we strive to position VIT among the leading educational institutions.
VIT has grown as a leading Educational Institution in India. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited VIT Vellore with CGPA of 3.66 on four-point scale at A++ grade. VIT Vellore has been ranked among the Top 20 Universities in the country consecutively since 2016 by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Government of India. In NIRF 2024, VIT is ranked 10 the University category, 13th under Research, 11th under Engineering and 19th in the Overall category.
VIT is also ranked high globally. In QS World University Ranking by Subject 2025, VIT is globally ranked at 142 in the broad subject area “Engineering and Technology”. In the same ranking, in the subject areas Computer Science and Information Systems VIT is ranked globally at 110 and in Data Science and AI VIT is ranked in the bracket 51-100.
In QS World University Rankings 2025 the University is ranked in 791-800 band. In Shanghai Ranking of World Universities 2024 of VIT Vellore is in 501-600 rank band.
As a testimony to its commitment to green initiatives, in QS Sustainability Ranking 2025, VIT is ranked at 396 in the world.
76 Professors of VIT are among the Top 2% Scientists in the world according to the study conducted by the Stanford University, USA in 2024.
VIT is committed to the development of the community and society at large. Our continuous pursuit of excellence in education and research ensures that we remain a top choice for students both in India and abroad.
Directorate of Ranking and IoE
The Directorate of Ranking and IoE is dedicated to initiate strategic measures that foster academic excellence, research innovation, and institutional development by focusing on key performance indicators and collaborative efforts. We strive to position VIT among the premier institutions worldwide.
Vision
To excel in institutional performance through strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.
MISSION
Promote Excellence: Foster a culture of excellence by implementing best practices in teaching, research, academic administration and community engagement.
Data-Driven Approach: Collect and analyse data that supports informed decision-making and enhances the institutional performance in national and international rankings.
Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement and promote initiatives that enhance the overall educational experience and institutional effectiveness
Key Functions
- Data Collection: Gathering institutional data required for various Rankings and Institution of Eminence Project.
- Data Analytics: Analysing performance metrics to assess institutional standing and identify areas for improvement.
- Data Submission: Compiling and submitting data to national and international ranking and other agencies such as NIRF, AISHE, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Times Higher Education (THE), Shanghai Rankings, and US News.
- Institutional Information Services: Serving as a central hub for ranking-related information, providing insights and reports to support strategic decision-making.
Objectives
- Enhance Institutional Visibility: Improve the institution’s national and global reputation by participating in prestigious ranking frameworks.
- Integrity in Data Management: Ensure the systematic collection, validation, and updation of institutional data.
- Performance Analysis: Conduct analysis of ranking metrics to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Strategic Benchmarking: Compare institutional performance with peer institutions.
- Support Institutional Development: Provide data-driven insights to attain the academic and research excellence.
- Continuous Improvement: Develop strategies to enhance institutional performance in various ranking parameters over time.
Future Plans
- Automated Data Capture:Implement systems to automatically capture data on all events and activities directly at their source.
- Predictive Analytics Models:Create models based on various ranking frameworks to enable predictive analysis.
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):Identify key performance indicators that will enhance our rankings.
- Sustainability Initiatives:Recommend policies to strengthen VIT’s sustainability efforts, aligning with global environmental standards.
- Stakeholder Awareness:Raise awareness among stakeholders about different ranking frameworks and their significance.
- Collaborative Workshops:Organise workshops and training sessions to engage faculty, staff, and students in discussions on ranking strategies and best practices.
- Benchmarking:Conduct benchmarking studies against leading global institutions to find areas of improvement and adopt best practices.
- Feedback Mechanisms:Implement feedback mechanisms to collect insights from stakeholders, ensuring our strategies effectively enhance the institution’s standings.
Accreditation
NABL Certificate
Organogram
Dr. S. Hemamalini
Joint Director
Dr. Brintha Therese A
Deputy Director
Dr. Gunabalan R
Assistant Director
Ms. R. Poongodi
Senior Assistant
