Vellore Institute of Technology
(VIT Vellore)Last Updated: Jun 09, 2026
Established
1984
Campus Size
400.00 Acres
Total Students
35,000
Faculty
2,000
Student-Faculty
18:1
VIT Vellore Rankings: Recognition from NIRF and Global Bodies
VIT Vellore Rankings 2024-25
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) has achieved one of the most impressive ranking trajectories among Indian private universities. NIRF 2024 ranked VIT #12 Overall and #17 in Engineering - the highest Overall rank among all private universities. QS India ranked VIT #14, and VIT holds NAAC A++ accreditation with a CGPA of 3.66/4.0. VIT is one of only 6 private institutions with Institute of Eminence (IoE) status from the Government of India.
Rankings Summary - Year-wise
| Ranking Framework | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF Overall | #12 | #11 | #14 |
| NIRF Engineering | #17 | #17 | #15 |
| QS World | 641-650 | 651-700 | 801-1000 |
| QS India | #14 | #15 | #18 |
| QS Asia | 151-160 | 171-180 | 201-250 |
| THE World | 601-800 | 601-800 | 801-1000 |
Accreditations & Recognition
- NAAC: A++ grade (3.66/4.0 CGPA) - highest among the top 5 private engineering colleges
- UGC: Deemed University (established 1984, Deemed University status since 2001)
- Institute of Eminence: Granted IoE status, enabling greater autonomy and international collaborations
- NBA: All major B.Tech programmes accredited by NBA
- ABET (Washington Accord): VIT is among the few Indian universities with ABET-recognised programmes through NBA's Washington Accord signatory status
Peer Comparison - Top 5 Private Engineering Colleges
| College | NIRF 2024 | QS India 2025 | NAAC Grade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITS Pilani | #24 Overall, #27 Engg | QS India #6 | NAAC A | Deemed University (IoE) |
| VIT Vellore | #12 Overall, #17 Engg | QS India #14 | NAAC A++ | IoE Status |
| SRM Chennai | #33 Overall, #36 Engg | QS India #21 | NAAC A++ | Deemed University |
| MIT Manipal | #52 Overall, #44 Engg | QS India #18 | NAAC A++ | IoE Status |
| Thapar Patiala | #46 Overall, #38 Engg | QS India #32 | NAAC A++ | Deemed University |
VIT Vellore Rankings 2025
VIT Vellore is ranked by 2 major ranking bodies as of 2025. The institution is ranked #16 in Engineering by NIRF; #20 in Overall by QS India. Compared to 2024, the institution has improved its position in 2 ranking categories.
NIRF
#16
Engineering · 2025
Score: 68.90
QS India
#20
Overall · 2025
Score: 60.50
NIRF Rankings
National Institutional Ranking Framework by the Ministry of Education, Government of India
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 2025 | #16 |
68.90
|
2 |
| Engineering | 2024 | #18 |
67.50
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 1 category improved
QS India Rankings
Quacquarelli Symonds Indian University Rankings
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2025 | #20 |
60.50
|
2 |
| Overall | 2024 | #22 |
59.10
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 1 category improved
How VIT Vellore Compares
NIRF Engineering Rankings - Top 10 Institutions
| Institution | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank | Score | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| # | - | - | - | |
| #1 | #1 | 91.10 | - | |
| #2 | #3 | 89.80 | 1 | |
| #3 | #3 | 83.65 | - | |
| #4 | #3 | 86.70 | 1 | |
| #5 | #6 | 85.10 | 1 | |
| #6 | #6 | 82.90 | - | |
| #7 | #8 | 80.50 | 1 | |
| #8 | #7 | 78.60 | 1 | |
| #9 | #11 | 77.40 | 2 |
Latest News about VIT Vellore
VIT Vellore Launches M.Tech Program in Quantum Computing and AI Systems from 2026
Apr 22, 2026
VIT Vellore Records 95% Placement Rate with 650+ Recruiters in 2025-26 Season
Apr 22, 2026
VIT Vellore Rises to 11th Rank in NIRF 2025 Engineering Category
Apr 22, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions - VIT Vellore Rankings
Q: What is the NIRF ranking of VIT Vellore?
VIT is ranked #12 Overall and #17 in Engineering in NIRF 2024 - the highest Overall rank among all private universities in India. VIT has maintained top-15 Overall positioning for three consecutive years.
Q: Does VIT have NAAC A++ accreditation?
Yes. VIT holds NAAC A++ grade with a CGPA of 3.66/4.0 - the highest NAAC score among the top 5 private engineering colleges. This grade is valid for 7 years (until 2028) and reflects strong academic infrastructure, research output, and governance.
Q: How does VIT compare with BITS Pilani in rankings?
VIT (#12 Overall, #17 Engineering NIRF) outranks BITS (#24 Overall, #27 Engineering) in NIRF. However, BITS ranks higher in QS India (#6 vs #14) and QS World (541-550 vs 641-650). The divergence reflects different ranking methodologies - NIRF weighs perception and outreach more, while QS emphasises research and employer reputation.
Q: Does VIT have IoE status?
Yes. VIT was granted Institute of Eminence (IoE) status by the Government of India. IoE provides greater autonomy in admissions, fee setting, and international collaborations. VIT uses this status to facilitate semester abroad programmes with 60+ international universities.
Q: What is VIT's global ranking?
VIT is ranked 641-650 globally by QS World University Rankings 2025, #14 in QS India, and 151-160 in QS Asia. In THE (Times Higher Education), VIT ranks 601-800 globally. VIT's global ranking has improved significantly over the past 3 years.
Q: Is VIT ranking valid for all campuses?
The NIRF ranking applies to VIT as a single institution encompassing all campuses (Vellore, Chennai, AP, Bhopal). The Vellore flagship campus drives the majority of the ranking metrics (research output, placement data, faculty quality). Satellite campuses benefit from the shared ranking but have varying individual quality levels.