GITAM University (also known as Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management), Visakhapatnam established in 1980 is a Deemed to be University, currently having 151-200 position in NIRF Ranking 2024 and 601-650 score out of 760 in QS Asia 2023. GITAM University Visakhapatnam is approved by UGC, AICTE, PCI, BCI and COA, and is accredited by NAAC-A++. Admission in GITAM University is offered in Engineering, Management and Humanities at UG/ PG/ Doctorate level with scholarship benefits to deserving students.
Since 1980, The Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM) University has been producing various learning and research opportunities for young learners in Visakhapatnam. Approval of the University is through AICTE and UGC. Statutory authorities like NAAC, COA, BCI, and PCI have provided accreditation to the University.
The University desires to become a leading institute across the nation that provides excellent academic education. The mission of the University is to impart comprehensive and futuristic education of world standard with a high sense of ethical standards and discipline.
To get admission in the UG and PG courses of the GITAM University Visakhapatnam, Applicants have to implement the below-provided steps:
To register for the GAT Examination, Applicants have to go through the following procedure:
*If an applicant has appeared in one of the qualifying exams like JEE, AP EAMCET, and TS EAMCET and has a valid rank, they did not have appeared for GAT.
Students of GITAM University are awarded Scholarships up to 15% to 100% based on scores in the distinguished entrance exams. The exams that students need to clear to avail of the scholarship are mentioned below according to the department:
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Program |
UG (Entrance Exam) |
PG (Entrance Exam) |
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Architecture |
GAT / NATA / JEE (Mains) |
GAT / GATE |
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Engineering |
GAT / JEE (Mains) / AP EAPCET / EAMCET / UCEED |
GAT / GATE / AP / TS PGECET / CUET (PG) |
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Humanities |
GAT / HSEE / CUET (UG) |
GAT / CUET (PG) / TISS NET |
|
Law |
GAT / CLAT / LSAT |
GAT / LSAT / CLAT |
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Management |
GAT / CUET (UG) / UGAT |
GAT / CAT / XAT / NMAT & CMAT / MAT / AP / TS ICET |
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Nursing |
GAT / NEET (UG) |
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Paramedical |
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Physiotherapy |
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Pharmacy |
GAT / NEET (UG) |
GAT / GPAT |
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Science |
GAT / JEE (Mains) / CUET (UG) / AP EAPCET / NEET |
GAT / CUET (PG) / JAM |
Students who perform excellently in their academics are awarded the Merit Scholarship based on their scores. Sports Scholarships are also provided to those who perform extraordinarily in their chosen area of sports.
Students of the University can apply for the different scholarship programs from the Admission portal during the counselling procedure based on their score on GAT or any other competitive exams.
| Institute Name | GITAM University, Visakhapatnam |
| Also Known As | Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, Visakhapatnam |
| Estd. Year | 1980 |
| Approved/Recognised by | UGC, AICTE, PCI, BCI, COA |
| Type | Deemed to be University |
| Accreditation | NAAC-A++ |
| Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Doctorate |
| President | Sribharat Mathukumilli |
| Address | Gandhinagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam - 530045, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Contact Number | 0891-2840501 |
| Official Website | https://www.gitam.edu/ |
| Rank By | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|
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151-200 out of 200 | 2024 (Overall) |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2023 (Overall) | |
| 101-150 out of 200 | 2022 (Overall) | |
| 101-150 out of 200 | 2021 (Overall) | |
| 101-150 out of 200 | 2020 (Overall) | |
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24 out of 40 | 2022 (Deemed To Be Universities) |
| 22 out of 45 | 2021 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
| 22 out of 50 | 2020 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
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601-650 out of 760 | 2023 (Asia) |
| 501-550 out of 687 | 2022 (Asia) | |
| 501-550 out of 650 | 2021 (Asia) | |
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1501+ out of 2345 | 2023 (World) |
| 1201+ out of 2112 | 2022 (World) | |
| 1001+ out of 1526 | 2021 (World) |
To make every student a well-rounded professional, GITAM University has introduced GITAM Career Guidance Centre. The Centre focuses on making policies, and strategies, long-term planning, and nurturing corporate relationships for placement. The mission of the Centre is to mentor and guide every student so that they can choose relevant career paths. The Career Development Center of the University aims to provide professional and personal skill development sessions that can assist them in starting their careers.
The Counselling & Mentoring Center of the University provides professional counselling to students and supports them in their journey to finding the right job. Career fulfilment actively participates in meeting the career aspirations of the students. Competence Development helps in making the right competency strategies according to the corporate requirements and encourages students to choose their desired careers.
Students of the University get a chance to find placements in companies like Deloitte, Amadeus IT Group, Ernst & Young, Amazon, J.P. Morgan, Cognizant, Adobe, Capgemini, PricewaterhouseCoopers, State Street, and Tata Consultancy Services.
GITAM University has a huge campus in Visakhapatnam with top-notch and modern facilities that provide students with a welcoming environment. Wi-Fi-enabled IT infrastructure and an Eco-Friendly environment enhance the beauty of the campus. Students can find the following Infrastructure and Facilities at the University:
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