23,000+
Students
A multidisciplinary community on the Pallavaram campus.
VISTAS — Knowledge is power in engineering. A deemed university in Pallavaram, Chennai.
Discover your path at VISTAS. Explore our wide range of programmes and take the first step towards a rewarding future.
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Find your programme at VISTAS
Across engineering, computing, pharmacy, law, maritime and allied health, VISTAS prepares you for careers that matter in Tamil Nadu and beyond.
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Institution
VISTAS at a Glance
A deemed university in Pallavaram — measured by people, programmes and outcomes.
1,200+
Faculty
Teachers, researchers and practitioners across every school.
92%
Placement rate
Graduates moving into careers, higher study and enterprise.
135+
Programmes
Undergraduate, postgraduate and professional pathways.
430+
MoUs
Industry, university and research partnerships worldwide.
200+
International students
Learners from across countries studying on one campus.
Academics
Academic Excellence
Industry-oriented curriculum designed by experts.
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Practical learning with real-world exposure.
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Exchange programmes and international collaborations.
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Research infrastructure and support.
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Training and industry connections.
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Clubs, sports, events and holistic development.
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Schools of VISTAS
Find your school
Multi-disciplinary learning across Pallavaram in engineering, computing, management, law, pharmacy, life sciences, allied health and maritime studies.
Research & Innovation
Research that leaves the lab
Centres of excellence, patents, publications and funded projects sit across the Pallavaram campus — with undergraduates and scholars contributing to applied work.
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Centres of Excellence
Industry-partnered hubs in AI, EV mobility, drug discovery and materials.
Patents
Filed and granted across engineering, pharmacy and life sciences.
Publications
Scopus and Web of Science indexed papers in the last five years.
Funded Projects
Sponsored by DST, ICMR, AICTE, DBT and industry partners.
Campus life
Experience VISTAS
Fifty acres in Pallavaram, ten minutes from Chennai airport — classrooms, labs, library, residences, courts and a student calendar that never quite stops.
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Modern Classrooms
Advanced Laboratories
Library & Learning Resources
Hostels & Accommodation
Sports & Fitness
Student Clubs & Events
Modern Classrooms
Advanced Laboratories
Library & Learning Resources
Hostels & Accommodation
Sports & Fitness
Student Clubs & Events
International VISTAS
From international admissions to exchange, partnerships and faculty mobility, VISTAS connects Pallavaram to classrooms and collaborations around the world.
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Recognised for Excellence
Campus pulse
Happenings at VISTAS
Campus festivals, faculty programmes and student milestones shaping life at Pallavaram.
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OBE, AI-enabled teaching & research innovation
Faculty development on outcome-based education and AI-enabled teaching.
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Vels Nakshatra 2026
The flagship cultural festival of the Pallavaram campus.
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Annual Sports Day 2026
Track, field and house spirit across the VISTAS grounds.
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Freshers welcome week
Orientation, clubs and campus tours for the incoming class.
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New research MoUs signed
Industry and university partnerships expanding applied research.
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Convocation highlights
Graduates celebrated across schools at the Pallavaram campus.
Student stories
You belong at VISTAS
Whether you are joining after Class 12, transferring into a postgraduate programme, or arriving in Chennai from another state or country — Pallavaram has a place for you.
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Achievements
Recognition across students, faculty, research, sport and the institution.
Student achievements
Academic Excellence Award
Students recognised for scholarship, leadership and contribution across schools.
Faculty achievements
Teaching & research recognition
Faculty recognised for teaching quality, mentorship and research leadership.
Research awards
Patents, papers and funded work
Output from centres of excellence, supervised projects and applied research.
Sports achievements
Campus and inter-university sport
Teams and individuals competing across VISTAS grounds and beyond.
Institutional achievements
Convocation and university milestones
Graduates, rankings and partnerships that mark the year at Pallavaram.
Leadership
From the Chancellor
My ambition is to bring in the best educational practices and more accolades to this university and reach among the top 100 universities of the world.
Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh
Founder Chancellor
Flagship campus
Pallavaram Campus
The main VISTAS campus in Velan Nagar is a multidisciplinary deemed university — classrooms, labs, hostels, library, courts and a full student calendar ten minutes from Chennai airport.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about admissions, programmes, campus life and joining VISTAS.
A: Register online through the admissions portal for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Choose your school and programme, complete the form, and follow the instructions for documents and fees.
A: VISTAS offers undergraduate pathways across computing, engineering, management, law, pharmacy, allied health, basic sciences, arts and more. Use Find Your Programme on this page to explore options by level and school.
A: Yes. VISTAS is a NAAC-accredited deemed university recognised by the UGC, with programmes and rankings listed under Recognised for Excellence.
A: You can take the virtual campus tour online or plan a visit to Pallavaram to see labs, hostels, greens and facilities in person.
A: Yes. Students have access to hostels, libraries, labs, sports grounds and campus amenities. Details are covered under campus life and student experience sections.
A: See International VISTAS for admissions guidance, exchange options and partnerships. The international office can help with eligibility, visas and onboarding.
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