GITAM University, established u/s 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, is one of Indias premier universities

having 35 years of track record in teaching and research of global standards. The University is
located in three picturesque campuses at Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad and Bengaluru.
With a multidisciplinary approach, the University offers 123 programs at UG, PG and Doctoral
levels in diverse disciplines in Technology, Architecture, Pharmacy, Science, Medicine, Management,
International Business, Law and Humanities. The University has turned into one of the biggest
Universities in India with 1100 committed faculty members, 1200 research scholars, over 17,000
regular students and more than 30,000 distance learners.
Recognizing the holistic education the University is imparting, the Ministry of Human Resource
Development(MHRD), Govt. of India ranked GITAM as A category University among the universities
of its kind. The university is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council
(NAAC) with A Grade. GITAM is one of the chosen universities that has been accorded 12 (B)
status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) facilitating high impact research by the faculty
and students. All these accreditations stand as testimony for the best quality education being
imparted by the University.
The University has state-of-the-art infrastructure and well-equipped laboratories together with
excellent student support facilities such as modern library, playgrounds, hostels, 1.5 Gbps (1500
Mbps) internet bandwidth connectivity with Wi-Fi access, etc. GITAM campuses at Visakhapatnam,
Hyderabad and Bengaluru provide a congenial environment for studies and offer first-class academic
and recreation facilities. The cosmopolitan mix of students hailing from different parts of the country
creates a welcome and friendly atmosphere in all the three campuses.
The University provides a dynamic and exciting experience to students in a diverse learning
environment. The learner-centered teaching methodology with the most dynamic curriculum
designed by academic experts prepare GITAM graduates to successfully meet academic and
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corporate challenges and build bright careers in life. The degrees awarded by the University are
respected and valued across the World. The Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) is introduced
based on UGC guidelines in order to promote students to learn courses of their choice with
interdisciplinary approach.
The stellar research laboratories in all the campuses provide excellent opportunities to the faculty
and students for conducting ground-breaking research in diverse disciplines. The academia and
industry look up to GITAM University for solutions to problems of the industry and society in several
emerging areas.
GITAM University instituted a good number of scholarships and fellowships for meritorious
UG & PG students. Teaching assistantships are given to M. Tech. students. In addition to the
above, a number of scholarships are given from the endowments instituted out of donations of
philanthropists. The earn-while-you-learn program of the University inculcates dignity of labour
among the student community apart from providing them an opportunity to earn some income.
GITAM has a range of clubs/forums which encourage the students to gain experience and exposure
to develop their total personality. The University encourages students to take up independent
research by utilizing their latent talents. GITAM University Science & Activity Centre (GUSAC)
provides an exclusive platform to the students to nourish their creativity and unleash their genius
and inherent talents. It organizes several technical and cultural festivals to stimulate scientific
temperament among students besides creating a platform for student research at all the three
campuses.
The students of GITAM won recognition for their research contributions at national and international
levels. Students of Mechanical engineering department designed a sand excavator and participated
in international competition at NASA, USA. One of the students of CSE Department from Hyderabad
campus won a bountiful cash award from Facebook towards his innovation in Facebook-Bug
bounty. Several students from other departments also developed new designs and models of
various equipments and registered their innovations for patents.
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GITAM equips its students with sound foundational skills to give them a competitive edge in the
global market. The academic experience and the cutting edge skills acquired in the chosen discipline
often enable them to face the demands of a tough economic environment. A large number of our
students also improve their professional skills and gain hands-on experience through a wide range
of internship programs in multinational corporations across the country.
GITAMs brand reputation is very high and as such it is the first choice of the students from almost
all the States in the country for pursuing quality education in technology, architecture and pharmacy
because the students graduated from GITAM University are among the preferred lot by many topnotch companies both in IT and core sectors. The University is one among the top few universities
that provide near 100 per cent placement oppertunities. The Universitys commitment to respond
to the needs of industry is very high. The students are provided with career guidance and placement
services to enable them to find lucrative employment in renowned multinational corporations with
attractive packages.
It is a matter of great pride that the alumni of the University occupy prominent positions in prestigious
institutions and organizations all over the world and most of our alumni are highly successful
entrepreneurs. The alumni associations of GITAM located both in India and abroad often help the
students by giving guidance for higher studies and placements abroad. In addition, one of the
GITAMs alumni associations (GANAM), New Jersey, USA, has been undertaking various socially
relevant activities in times of natural calamities for the past several years in USA and India and won
accolades for their services.

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VISAKHAPATNAM CAMPUS - ANDHRA PRADESH

GITAM Institute of Technology located in the main campus at Visakhapatnam on the beach front which
was established in 1980, is globally recognized as a premier institute of technology and engineering,
situated in serene and sylvan surroundings. The Institute provides the state-of-the-art educational facilities
on par with world-class universities. The Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) accredited the Institute at
level A for the quality education and excellence in innovations.The Institute of the University is selected for
participating under sub component (SC) 1.2 of the prestigious Technical Education Quality Improvement
Project - II (TEQIP-II) to scale up post graduate education and research in the Institute.
The Institute offers B.Tech., M.Tech., and 6 Year Dual Degree (B.Tech.+ M.Tech.) programs in various
engineering disciplines. Intensive industry-academia interface enables the students to have hands-on
experience which strengthens their employment potential. The Institute is endowed with highly qualified
and committed faculty, state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities with modern laboratories and adequate student
support services. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and girls.
GITAM School of Architecture (GSA) is established with the main objective of providing world class education
in Architecture. The School offers a five year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) program duly approved by
the Council of Architecture, New Delhi. The skills and expertise imparted by the School enrich the students
and help moulding them into creative, innovative and intellectually vibrant architects of the future.

GITAM Institute of Pharmacy is an elite institution with the state-of-the-art infrastructure facilities, modern
laboratories and student support services coupled with dedicated and experienced faculty. The School
offers B.Pharmacy and M.Pharmacy programs duly approved by the Pharmacy Council of India, New
Delhi. The basic mission of providing Pharmaceutical education by the institute is to create industry friendly
inputs through latest technical skills, pre and para-clinical skills apart from allied core concepts with basic
and interdisciplinary knowledge, to fit into present global scenario.

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HYDERABAD CAMPUS - TELANGANA STATE

GITAM School of Technology, Hyderabad campus -Telangana
State, was established in 2009 in the industrial hub of
Hyderabad - the Metro City. The school offers B.Tech. and
M.Tech. programs in various disciplines in addition to 6 Year
Dual Degree (B.Tech.+ M.Tech.) programs in ECE and
Mechanical Engineering. To keep pace with advances in
technology, industrial demands and societal needs, B.Tech.
program in Aerospace Engineering is also being offered exclusively at Hyderabad campus. The campus is anchored
by highly qualified and experienced faculty with world class
infrastructure facilities such as modern class rooms,
well-equipped laboratories and adequate student support
services. Separate hostel facilities are available for boys and
girls. All the Metropolitan city facilities are available in the lush
green campus of Hyderabad.

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BENGALURU CAMPUS - KARNATAKA STATE

GITAM School of Technology, Bengaluru campus, established in 2012 offers
programs of international standards in technology using its excellent
educational expertise in higher learning. The Bengaluru campus is located in
an ideal and idyllic environment in Nagadenahalli on Highway No.: 207, close
to Bengaluru International Airport and at a distance of 3.5 km from
Doddaballapur Railway Station. The School offers 4 year B.Tech. programs
in different disciplines and 6 Year Dual Degree (B.Tech.+ M.Tech.) programs
in ECE and Mechanical Engineering. The School is committed to provide the
best of technical education by imbibing the latest technological skills. To make
life on the Campus pleasant and comfortable, it is provided with the finest
world-class infrastructure facilities and educational resources such as
modern classrooms, laboratories, library, playfields and other student
support services. Separate single room hostel facilities are available for boys
and girls with all modern amenities. Bengaluru campus is a preferred
destination for learners all over the country in Silicon city of India.

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Admission to B.Tech., B.Arch. & B.Pharmacy Programs

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1.1
1.2

The GAT(UGTP)-2016 (Online Admission Test) is conducted for admission to the following
Undergraduate programs.
Courses offered:
Visakhapatnam Hyderabad Bengaluru
4 Year B.Tech. Programs
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering (EIE)
Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
Mechanical Engineering (MEC)
Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE)
Information Technology (IT)
Civil Engineering (CIV)
Industrial Engineering (IE)
Biotechnology (BIO)
Aerospace Engineering (AER)

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6 Year Dual Degree Programs (B.Tech.+M.Tech.)

B.Tech. + M.Tech. (ECE)
B.Tech. + M.Tech. (Mechanical)

5 Year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)*

4 Year B.Pharmacy
1.3.

Eligibility criteria:
Pass in Intermediate or 10+2 examination with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% aggregate
marks for B.Arch./B.Pharm.) in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry and First Class or equivalent grade
in the qualifying examination from a recognized Central / State Board or its equivalent either in
2016 or 2015 and Rank obtained in GAT(UGTP)-2016.
Note:
* Candidates seeking admission to B.Arch. program should qualify in NATA / JEE (Main).

Candidates with Mathematics / Biology, Physics & Chemistry subjects are eligible for B.Tech.
Biotechnology (60% aggregate marks in group and First Class/equivalent grade) and B.Pharmacy.

1.4

Details of Admission Test GAT (UGTP) - 2016:

The duration of the test is 2 hours. The test consists of three sections:
Section
Subject
No. of Questions
Marks
A
Mathematics / Biology
40
120
B
Physics
30
90
C
Chemistry
30
90
Total
100
300
All questions are objective type (multiple choice questions). Each question has four options out of which
one is correct. Each correct answer will be awarded 3 marks and 1 mark will be deducted from the score
for each wrong answer. The unanswered questions will receive nil marks.

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Syllabus for GAT (UGTP) - 2016 can be downloaded from www.gitam.edu

Admission to M.Tech. Programs

GAT (PGT) - 2016
2.1
2.2

The GAT(PGT)-2016 (Online Admission Test) is conducted for admission to the

following M.Tech. programs offered at Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad Campuses.
Courses Offered at Visakhapatnam Campus:
M.Tech. Programs (Two Years)
Computer Science and Technology
Software Engineering
Information Technology
Data Sciences
RF & Microwave Engineering
VLSI Design

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Embedded Systems
Digital Systems & Signal Processing
Electronic Instrumentation
Power Systems and Automation
Machine Design
CAD/CAM

Industrial Engineering & Management

Structural Engg. & Natural Disaster Management
Biotechnology
Food Processing Technology

Courses Offered at Hyderabad Campus:

M.Tech. Programs (Two Years)
Power Systems and Automation
Computer aided Design, Manufacture & Engineering

Computer Science and Technology

VLSI Design

2.3

Eligibility criteria:
Pass in the Qualifying Examination from recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent
grade and score obtained in GAT (PGT) 2016. For details visit www.gitam.edu

2.4

Details of Admission Test GAT (PGT) - 2016:

The duration of the test is 2 hours. The test consists of three sections.
Section

Subject

No. of Questions

Marks

Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Data Analysis

40

120

Reasoning & Intelligence

30

90

Verbal Ability

30

90

Total

100

300

Note: i) All questions are objective type (multiple choice questions). Each question has four options out of
which one is correct. Each correct answer will be awarded 3 marks and 1 mark will be deducted
from the score for each wrong answer. The unanswered questions will receive nil marks.
ii) GATE qualified candidates are exempted from appearing for GAT (PGT) - 2016, however they
need to apply to GITAM University for admission before the last date and the candidate has to
attend counselling as per the schedule.

2.5

Syllabus for GAT (PGT) - 2016 can be downloaded from www.gitam.edu

Admission to M.Pharmacy Programs

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3.1

The GAT(PGP) - 2016 (Online Admission Test) is conducted for admission to

the following M.Pharmacy programs offered at Visakhapatnam Campus.

3.2

Courses Offered:
M.Pharmacy Programs (Two Years)
Pharmaceutics
Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance

3.3

Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Eligibility criteria:
Pass in B.Pharmacy from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade
and score obtained in GAT (PGP) - 2016.

3.4

Details of Admission Test GAT (PGP) - 2016:

The duration of the test is 2 hours. The test consists of four sections.
Section
Subject
No. of Questions

Marks

Pharmaceutics

25

75

Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance

25

75

Pharmacology

25

75

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

25

75

Total

100

300

Note: i) All questions are objective type (multiple choice questions). Each question has four options out of
which one is correct. Each correct answer will be awarded 3 marks and 1 mark will be deducted
from the score for each wrong answer. The unanswered questions will receive nil marks.
ii) GPAT qualified candidates are exempted from appearing for GAT (PGP) - 2016, however they
need to apply to GITAM University for admission before the last date and the candidate has to
attend counselling as per the schedule.
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Syllabus for GAT (PGP) - 2016 can be downloaded from www.gitam.edu

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General Information
4.1.

GAT - 2016 (GITAM Admission Test) will be conducted online for admission to UG and PG programs of
Technology, Architecture and Pharmacy offered at Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad and Bengaluru Campuses.

4.2.

GAT- 2016 Online Tests

Programs

Test

B.Tech./ 6 Year Dual Degree (B.Tech. + M.Tech.)/

B.Arch. / B.Pharmacy

4.3.

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M.Tech.

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M.Pharmacy

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How to Apply
Candidates can apply in any one of the following methods:

i)

Apply online at www.gitam.edu

ii)

Applications can be obtained by post from Director-Admissions by sending a request on plain paper
giving the candidates name with complete mailing address accompanied by DD for ` 150/drawn in favour of GITAM University payable at Visakhapatnam on any scheduled bank. Request for
applications by post will be accepted upto 25th March, 2016.

iii)

Applications are also available throughout India in select branches of

UNION BANK OF INDIA

INDIAN BANK
KARUR VYSYA BANK

Addresses of these branches are available on www.gitam.edu

The filled - in application along with Demand Draft for ` 1,000/- (` 600/- for female candidates),
drawn in favor of GITAM UNIVERSITY, payable at Visakhapatnam on any scheduled bank,
should reach Director-Admissions, GITAM UNIVERSITY, Gandhi Nagar Campus, Rushikonda,
Visakhapatnam - 530 045, Andhra Pradesh, INDIA on or before 02nd April, 2016.

4.4.

GAT-2016 ONLINE TEST CENTRES:

The University will conduct online admission test at the following 44 test centres.
Anantapur
Guwahati
Kochi
Patna
Bellary
Hyderabad (GITAM Campus) Kota
Pune
Bengaluru (GITAM

4.5.

Campus)

Hyderabad (Saifabad)

Kurnool

Raipur

Bengaluru (City)

Hyderabad (Nagole)

Lucknow

Rajahmundry

Bhopal

Hubli

Mangalore

Ranchi

Bhubaneswar

Jamshedpur

Mysore

Tadepalligudem

Bilaspur

Kadapa

Nagpur

Tirupathi

Chennai

Kakinada

Nellore

Trivendrum

Chittoor

Karimnagar

New Delhi

Vijayawada

Coimbatore

Khammam

Nizamabad

Visakhapatnam

Guntur

Kolkata

Ongole

Warangal

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

i)

The final list of centres will be announced to candidates through the website www.gitam.edu. The
University reserves the right to cancel any test centre and in such a case, candidates allotted to these
centres will be accommodated in alternate test centres.

ii)

Candidates will be informed that depending on the administrative convenience, tests may be conducted
for a limited number of days in some of the centres. The final list of test centres, venues and days of
test will be announced only after all the applications are received and candidates will be informed of the
same through the university website to enable the candidates to choose their centre, date and time for
the test as per their convenience and availability of slots in any of the aforesaid centres. Candidates
should indicate 3 different test centres, in order of preference, in the application for consideration by
the University.

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iii)

The candidate has to register his/her name at the registration counter in the test centre.
The e-hall tickets of the candidates will be verified by the proctor to confirm each candidates identity.
The candidate has to produce any one of the following for personal identification: Passport / Driving
License / EC voter ID card / IT PAN card / School or College photo bearing ID card / Aadhar Card. Each
candidate will be given a seat with a computer. Candidate must take the allotted seat at least 15
minutes before the test commences.

iv)

Candidates will not be allowed to carry any textual material, printed or written, bits of papers or any
other material except the e-hall ticket into the test hall. Candidates are also not permitted to bring
calculators, slide rules, Clark tables and electronic watches with facilities of calculators, laptop or
palmtop computers, personal stereo systems, walkie- talkie sets, mobile phones, paging devices or
any other object/device that is likely to be of unfair assistance.

v)

No candidate will be allowed to go outside the test hall till the completion of the entire duration
of the test. Once a candidate leaves the test hall, he/she will not be permitted to re-enter in to the test
hall under any circumstances.

vi)

Smoking is strictly prohibited. Tea, coffee, soft drinks / snacks are not allowed into the test hall.
There are no waiting facilities for family and friends at the test centre.

vii)

Candidates should maintain perfect silence. All actions of the candidate in the test hall will be closely
monitored using web cam and closed circuit cameras. Any conversation or gesticulation or disturbance
in the test hall shall be deemed as misbehaviour and if any candidate is found using unfair means or
impersonation, his/her candidature will be cancelled and they will be liable to be debarred from taking
examination either permanently or for a specified period, as decided by the University. The University
reserves the right to withhold the result of such candidates.

viii)

Candidates must sign the attendance sheet in the presence of the invigilator. The candidate must
obey the rules of the test centres, otherwise he / she will be automatically debarred from the test.

ix)

In rare and unlikely event of a technical failure during the test, the candidate may be required to take
the test again.

4.6.

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About GAT - 2016

i)

Candidates should arrive at the test centre one hour before the scheduled time. There will be an on-site
orientation before the test commences. If a candidate arrives after the on- site orientation begins,
he/she will not be allowed to take the test. If candidates do not report on time, they are likely to miss
some of the general instructions relating to the test. The test hall will be opened 30 minutes before the
commencement of the test.

ii)

The candidate is expected to have basic familiarity with use of computer like use of keyboard and
mouse operation. It is the responsibility of the candidate to acquire these skills before appearing for
the test and the University cannot take any responsibility in this matter.

iii)

The questions are generated from a large question bank and all the candidates will get different question
sets. An expert committee will ensure that the question sets are of equal standard level, content,
question type, etc. In this matter, the decision of the University is final and binding on the candidate.

iv)

The candidate must ensure that the computer allotted to him/her is switched on and any problem with
the computer is to be intimated to the Proctor immediately. All the questions will be in
English medium only. All the questions will be of multiple choice.

v)

Each question carries 3 marks. Each correct answer will be awarded 3 marks and 1 mark will be
deducted from the score for each wrong answer. The unanswered questions will receive nil marks.

vi)

On completion of the test, the computer will display the result in terms of number of total correct
answers and wrong answers and the net score.

vii)

No student will be allowed to repeat the test in the same year.

viii)

The ranks secured by the candidates will be announced within 10 days from the date of completion of
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4.7.

Merit List for Admissions

i) The merit position of the candidate for admission will be based on the score obtained in the GAT - 2016
subject to the rule of reservation as per UGC guidelines / norms as applicable to the University. A
candidate qualified in GAT - 2016 will be eligible for admission only if he/she fulfils the requirement of
minimum marks in the qualifying examination as per the eligibility criteria.
ii) 25% of seats are reserved for meritorious students from Karnataka State for admission
at Bengaluru Campus.

4.8.

Direct Admission to Board Toppers

First rank holders of the central and all state board examinations - 2016, equivalent to 10+2 will be given
admission to the program of their choice, without appearing for the GAT examination subject to their
fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria mentioned above. However they have to submit an application
seeking admission to B.Tech. programs in the University.

4.9.

Special Provision for Female Candidates

GAT-2016 registration fee for female candidates is ` 600/- only. Further, the University will try its best to
accommodate all female candidates at the test centre of their first preference.

4.10. Financial Assistance

The University offers financial assistance to the deserving meritorious candidates as detailed below:
i) Merit Scholarships will be offered by way of tuition fee waiver for top 100 rankers of GAT (UGTP)- 2016.
Rank

Tuition Fee Exempted for First year

1-10

100%

11-100

50 %

The continuation of these scholarships for the subsequent years will depend upon the students academic
performance.
ii) Meritcum-Means Scholarships will be awarded to 5% of students in each department of the academic
institutes of the University @ ` 2,000/- per month depending upon merit of the student and income of
the parent.
iii) Merit Scholarships will be awarded to GATE qualified students of M.Tech. under TEQUIP-II project,
subject to a maximum of three students in each program @ ` 8,000/- per month.
iv) Stipends / Teaching Assistantships will be offered to meritorious students of M.Tech. & M.Pharmacy
depending upon the need and availability of suitable candidates, subject to a maximum of three students
in each program @ ` 5,000/- per month.

Important Dates for GAT - 2016

Last date for receipt of filled-in Applications : 02nd April 2016
Online Slot Booking
Download of E-Hall-Tickets

: 11th to 15th April 2016

: 11th April 2016 onwards

Online Tests at different Centres

Announcement of Test Results

: 19thApril to 08th May 2016

: 16th May 2016

Important points to note :

i.

HALL TICKETS will not be sent by post.

ii.

The University is not responsible for delay in receipt or loss of Application.

iii.

In all matters in the conduct of GAT - 2016, the decision of the Vice-Chancellor will be final.
All disputes pertaining to GAT - 2016 shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Visakhapatnam.

iv.

Every effort has been made by GITAM University to ensure the correctness of the information provided
in this document. However, in case of a conflict in interpretation, the decision of the Vice-Chancellor is
final and binding on those who apply for GAT - 2016.

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Unique Features

A top class A Grade University on par with the best in the country

Highly qualified and committed faculty

Visiting faculty from reputed industrial enterprises

Merit cum Means Scholarships

Group Personal Accident Insurance for all the Students

Collaborations with foreign universities

Wi-Fi with 1.5 Gbps (1500 Mbps) internet connectivity in all the campuses

State-of-the-art infrastructure at all the three campuses

Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls

World class sports facilities in all the campuses

Medical facilities at Multi Speciality Hospital, Food Courts & Student Recreation Centre

Banks, ATMs and Post Offices in all the campuses

Science activity centre (GUSAC) to enhance research aptitude among students

Assistance to students to undertake research and obtain patent rights

Extra Edge - Live Classes for GATE/CAT Aspirants

Dedicated Training and Placement Directorates in all the campuses

Near 100% placements with lucrative packages

Alumni in prominent positions all over the world