VEL TECH MULTI TECH DR. RANGARAJAN DR.SAKUNTHALA ENGINEERING COLLEGE, CHENNAI

BASIC DETAILS:

How to Reach?

Proximity from Major Cities:

  • Chennai City Center: 25–30 km
  • Kanchipuram: 55 km
  • Vellore: 125 km
  • Tirupati: 115 km

COURSES OFFERED (UG Engg):

  • B.E. Biomedical Engineering
  • B.E. Civil Engineering
  • B.E. Computer Science and Engineering
  • B.E. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • B.E. Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • B.E. Mechanical Engineering
  • B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • B.Tech. Chemical Engineering
  • B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems
  • B.Tech. Information Technology

Accreditation:

  • NAAC: A Grade
  • NBA: Accredited (BME, CSE, ECE, EEE, IT, MECH) (external)
  • Status: Autonomous
  • Approval: AICTE
  • Affiliation: Anna University, Chennai

What the Students say about this college?

LIKES:

  • Focus on Innovation:  Students value the college’s dedicated environment for Engineering Research and Innovation, which allows them to engage with modern technological trends.
  • Academic Autonomy: The autonomous status (mentioned in our history) is a major highlight, as it allows for a more flexible and industry-aligned curriculum.
  • Quality Standards:  The NAAC ‘A’ Grade and NBA accreditation (mentioned in our history) give students confidence in the global recognition and quality of their degree.
  • Strategic Location:  Being situated in the industrial hub of Avadi, Chennai, is highly liked for the proximity to internships and industrial visits (from history).
  • Placement Support:  Students often praise the placement training and the high number of MNCs (like Cognizant, TCS, and Wipro) that visit the campus.
  • Library Resources: The digital library and extensive collection of research journals are frequently cited as top-tier facilities.
  • Supportive Mentorship: Students often like the faculty-to-student ratio, which allows for personalized guidance on research papers and technical projects.

DISLIKES:

  • Strict Discipline: Students often mention that the college maintains a rigid disciplinary code, including strict dress codes and attendance policies, which some find restrictive.
  • Academic Workload: Due to the institution’s heavy focus on Engineering Research and Innovation, students may experience a high-pressure environment with a heavy load of assignments and projects.
  • Commute Challenges:  For those not staying in the hostel, the travel time from central parts of Chennai to Avadi can be long and tiring.
  • Limited Non-Technical Events:  Some feedback suggests that the emphasis on technical excellence sometimes leaves less room for frequent cultural or social events compared to other universities.
  • Hostel Facilities: As with many residential institutions, there are occasionally mixed reviews regarding the variety and quality of food provided in the mess.

Key Strengths:

  • NAAC:  A Grade
  • NBA:  Accredited (Selected Programs)
  • Safety:  Secure campus, disciplined environment
  • Placements: Strong MNC placements & training support
  • Scholarships:  Merit-based & need-based available

College Fee Structure:

  • Govt Quota: ₹50k–₹55k/yr
  • Management Quota: ₹1.4L–₹2.5L/yr
  • Hostel & Mess: ₹90k–₹1.2L/yr

Placement Highlights:

  • Placement Rate: ~90%+
  • Recruiters: 300+ companies
  • Highest Package: ₹12–15 LPA
  • Average Package: ₹4.5–5.5 LPA
  • Top Recruiters: TCS, Cognizant, Wipro, Infosys, Capgemini, Amazon

Safe Cut-off Marks:

High-Demand (CSE, IT, AI & DS)

  • OC / BC: 175.0 – 185.0
  • MBC / BCM: 165.0 – 175.0
  • SC / ST: 140.0 – 155.0

Circuital (ECE, EEE)

  • OC / BC: 160.0 – 170.0
  • MBC / BCM: 150.0 – 160.0
  • SC / ST: 120.0 – 135.0

Core & Specialized (Biomedical, Mechanical, Civil)

  • OC / BC: 145.0 – 160.0
  • MBC / BCM: 135.0 – 145.0
  • SC / ST: 100.0 – 120.0