Vignan University in Guntur has been recognized as the 88th top institution in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). WE provides a detailed look into the university and the reasons behind its high ranking. Here’s a quick overview of Vignan University:

• The campus spans 42.06 acres
• The student to faculty ratio is 13:1
• The university houses 78 labs with equipment worth Rs. 4, 24,98,731
• There are 15 research labs with a total budget of Rs. 6,71,01,575
• The university offers scholarships worth Rs. 48,578,50 per year
• 75% of students secure placements every year

The university’s curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and hands-on experience rather than rote learning. Here are some key features:

• Courses are industry-oriented to enhance employability
• The curriculum includes major and minor courses
• The university offers a choice-based credit system with flexibility
• Professional training programs are credit-based and focus on the latest tools
• Students have the opportunity to work on projects with organizations like DRDO, IISc, BHEL, etc.
• Selected students can pursue summer projects at foreign universities

The faculty at Vignan University is highly qualified:

• One in four faculty members holds a Ph.D.
• 40% of the faculty have an IIT/NIT background.
• The student to faculty ratio at the university is 13:1.
• The faculty has successfully completed 25 major projects, with an additional 30-35 currently in progress.
• They have also published over 3,000 articles in respected national and international journals.

In terms of research, the University Research Cell provides funding to encourage scholars to collaborate on projects with the university. This research-focused approach fosters creativity and innovation among students. The university is also conducting research to solve local issues in agriculture, textiles, food processing, and storage.

The university’s infrastructure includes five fully air-conditioned seminar halls, designed in a theater-style for international conferences, symposia, meetings, concerts, and presentations to enhance extracurricular activities.

The library, also fully air-conditioned and furnished comfortably, houses 70,000 books to meet the diverse learning needs of students.

The hostels offer more than just food and accommodation. They promote community living with facilities like a sports arena, WiFi, and a green environment.

The Chancellor, Dr. K. Ramana Murthy, a former member of UGC, has played a key role in reforming the nation’s higher education sector.

The Vice-Chancellor, Dr. C. Tangaraj, has extensive experience in both public and private universities in Tamil Nadu. He previously served as the Vice-Chancellor of Anna University and Kalasalingam University.

One of the students, A. Sai Dilip Kumar, shared his experience, stating that his dream of becoming a Civil Engineer began to materialize when he joined Vignan as a Civil Engineering student. He was able to develop in all aspects through participation in NSS and E-Cell activities. He was selected for ‘Jagruthi Yatra-2016’, where he traveled across India, meeting leading social and business entrepreneurs from 15 different countries.

In conclusion, Vignan University is an excellent choice for engineering aspirants. It excels in teaching, research activities, and collaborative performance. The university has earned the 88th rank in national rankings for its strengths in these areas.