Quick fee answer
For 2026-27, the primary published admission-route fee comparison is: SRM Institute of Science & Technology CSE is ₹4,75,000 (annual fee). Use the table below for branch-level rows and source labels.
At a Glance — Admission Route & Fee Comparison 2026-27
One aligned table keeps branch fees, route status, and profile checks comparable row by row.
| Branch / check | SRM Institute of Science & Technology | VIT Vellore |
|---|---|---|
| College profile | SRM Institute of Science & TechnologyChennai · Estd. 1985 | VIT VelloreVellore · Estd. 1984 |
| Admission route | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists | Official route onlyOfficial counselling routeVIT Vellore uses VITEEE category fees, not management quota |
| Type | Deemed University | Deemed University |
| NAAC / NIRF | NAAC A++ · NIRF #14 | NAAC A++ · NIRF #16 |
| CSE DS | ₹4,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| CSE | ₹4,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| ECE | ₹2,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| CSE AIML | ₹4,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| AI&ML | ₹4,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| CSE Cyber | ₹4,25,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| EEE | ₹2,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
| ME | ₹2,75,000Annual feeVerified 17 May 2026 | Not published |
Fee notes
The fee comparison below uses each college's applicable admission route. VIT Vellore uses official admission-route fee rows; SRM Institute of Science & Technology uses management-quota/private-route fee rows where applicable. SRM Institute of Science & Technology CSE is ₹4,75,000 (annual fee).
Where Year 1 differs from later years, the amount is labelled as Year 1 payable rather than an annual fee.
Overview
SRMIST Kattankulathur and VIT Vellore are two largest private engineering deemed universities.
Both SRM Institute of Science & Technology and VIT Vellore are established engineering institutions — SRM Institute of Science & Technology founded in 1985 (NIRF Engineering #14) located in Chennai, and VIT Vellore founded in 1984 (NIRF Engineering #16) located in Vellore. Comparison covers JEE/state-entrance cutoffs, branch portfolios, fees structure, placement averages, and campus life — to help families and aspirants make a data-driven 2026 admission decision.
Academics
SRM 7,500 intake. VIT 6,000 intake.
Both colleges offer 4-year B.Tech programmes across CSE, ECE, EE, ME, and Civil with branch-specific specialisations. SRM Institute of Science & Technology is Deemed University with NAAC A++ accreditation. VIT Vellore is Deemed University with NAAC A++ accreditation. Both follow AICTE-approved curriculum with industry-aligned electives, project-based learning, and credit-transfer options. CSE remains the most competitive branch at both, with ECE/IT close behind. Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical have lower cutoffs but solid placements at the better institution of the two.
Campus Life
SRM 250 acres Chennai. VIT 800+ acres rural TN.
Verdict
VIT higher CSE averages and cheaper.
Final pick depends on your specific entrance rank, branch preference, location preference, family budget, and long-term career goals. Both institutions are recognised by AICTE/UGC and place graduates competitively in their respective tiers. For tied scenarios, default to the institution with better NIRF rank + your preferred branch + closer family proximity.
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