Vels University is a deemed to be university established in the year 1992. The varsity is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited the university with an ‘A’ grade. Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies ranked 43rd in NIRF pharmacy ranking 2020 and 100 in the NIRF ranking for engineering category. As per the NIRF ranking 2021, the institute has been ranked 125 amongst engineering institutions with an overall score of 36.63. The university has been ranked 37th in the NIRF 2021 rankings in the pharmacy category. It has 703 faculty members and the campus is spread over an area of 29 acres. As per the official website of Vels University, its mission is to impart knowledge and promote innovative thinking.
The varsity offers diploma, UG, PG and doctoral courses. Vels University has integrated courses as well. Admission to courses is offered on the basis of marks of the last qualifying exam and entrance exam conducted by the varsity, depending upon the programme. Candidates' scores in CAT, MAT, XAT are accepted for admission in the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) programme. Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies provides global exposure to students and has tie-ups with overseas universities.
The university is situated at PV Vaithiyalingam Road, Velan Nagar, Krishnapuram, Pallavaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Chennai International Airport is the nearest airport to the university with a distance of 7.1 km. Tambaram Railway Station is the nearest railway station to the varsity. It is located 7 km away from the campus. With a distance of 9.8 km, Thirumudivakkam-SIDCO Bus Stop is the closest bus stop to Vels University.
Students must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics as main subjects. Biology as the fourth preferable subject OR must have passed Higher Secondary Examination of Vocation stream.
Boys Hostel The boys hostel of the university provides a comfortable accommodation to the students. Vels University boys hostel has various facilities like laundry, wifi, canteen, mess etc. AC rooms are also available to students on request.
Girls Hostel Separate hostel for girls students is present at the varsity campus. The girls hostel has spacious and ventilated rooms. Laundry, canteen, mess, wifi, gym etc. are a few of the Vels University hostel facilities.
Gym The gym present at the campus allows students to workout and maintain good physical health. All the latest equipment is there in the gym.
Library The library of the varsity is spread over an area of 20,000 square feets. It has a seating capacity of 500 people. Vels University library has an ample number of books, journals, dissertations, publications etc. A digital library is also available for students and faculty members.
Sports There are both indoor and outdoor sports facilities for students. Cricket ground, volleyball court, basketball court, football ground etc. are present at Vels Institute of Science, Technology and Advanced Studies campus. Students are encouraged to participate in sports events conducted by the university.
Cafeteria The canteen serves food and beverages served to students and faculty members. The price is reasonable and the food served is nutritious.
Auditorium Vels University auditorium - Shivalayaa can accommodate 1500 people. All the important events of the varsity like seminars, webinars, conferences are held at the auditorium.
Medical/Hospital The university has a medical assistant for students and faculty members.
Wifi The wifi connectivity available at the campus allows students and faculty members to use the internet on their mobile phones.
IT Infrastructure The university has modern IT infrastructure available for students. A fully air conditioned computer centre is there at the campus. The computer centre has systems with the latest software and hardware. Wifi is also available at the computer centre.
Transport The varsity provides transportation services from major bus stops and railway stations to the university campus.
Laboratories The departments of Vels University have dedicated laboratories for students. Dedicated laboratories help students to perform experiments and gain practical experience.