The Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, commonly known as GITAM, Visakhapatnam is one of the best private engineering University established in 1980. It was previously known as GITAM College, affiliated to Andhra University. GITAM University has been approved by UGC. It has been granted the status of deemed to be university in 2007. GITAM aims to impart futuristic and comprehensive education of global standards and is responsible for imparting education in the field of Engineering and Technology. 

GITAM CDL is inviting applications to UG/PG Admission 2021. Registration deadline is March 31. Candidates can visit the official website to apply.

GITAM GAT 2021 Application Form is available from January 01, 2021. Candidates can apply in both online and offline mode. Application fee for GITAM GAT 2021 is INR 800. Candidates can visit the official website to apply.

The University has three campuses-

GITAM Visakhapatnam Highlights

Accredited by

NAAC ’A’, UGC

No. of Books

2,21,153 

Hostel Facilities

2300 seats

How to reach

Visakhapatnam Junction which is 16.9 KM away

Visakhapatnam Airport  which is 24.2 KM away

GITAM Visakhapatnam Courses and Admission                       

Admissions to the university are done through different university entrance exams for different programs as follows:

UG Courses

Courses Specialization Eligibility


B.Arch		 Architecture Passed 10+2 examination with a minimum 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and also 50% marks in aggregate + NATA or JEE Main -Paper-II (B.Arch.)



B.Tech		 Biotechnology, Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with specialized subjects in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Computer Science and Business Systems, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning),Computer Science and Engineering (Cybersecurity), Computer Science and Engineering(Data Science), Computer Science and Engineering (IOT), Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialized subjects in Robotics and Automation, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialized subjects in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialized subjects in IoT, Electronics and Communication Engineering with specialized subjects in VLSI Design, Mechanical Engineering,Mechanical Engineering with specialized subjects in AI & ML, ,Mechanical Engineering with specialized subjects in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles, Mechanical Engineering with specialized subjects in Manufacturing Passed Intermediate or 10+2 examination from a recognized central / state board or its equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in Mathematics, Physics & Chemistry. + Rank obtained in GAT (UGTP) 

B.A
Social Science		 Minimum of 50% of marks in 10+2 from recognized Board
B.A LL.B Law 10+2 with not less than 45% marks in aggregate (40%in case of SC / ST and persons with disability) + LSAT / CLAT / GAT

B.B.A.LL.B
Business Administration and Law
B.Com Accounting Auditing and taxation, (H) with ACCA UK,  50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or Intermediate from a recognized Board

BBA		 Business Process Services/ Management with TCS, Business Analytics, Financial Markets with NSE, Logistics with LSE, Management Accounting with CIMA UK 
50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or Intermediate from a recognized Board With Mathematics / Statistics as compulsory subjects

B.Sc Nursing
Nursing		 10+2 passed with Science, Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology & English with 45%.

B.Sc
Anaesthesia Technology, Optometry, Radiology and Imaging Technology, Renal Dialysis Technology		 10+2 equivalent examination with 60% Aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English.

B.Pharm
Pharmacy		 Passed Intermediate or 10+2 examination from a recognized central / state board or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination with Mathematics / Biology, Physics & Chemistry subjects + Rank obtained in GAT (UGTP) 

B.Sc (Hons)		 Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Technology, Microbiology 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics / Biology or equivalent




B.Sc		 Biochemistry Microbiology Bioinformatics, Biotechnology Microbiology Chemistry, Blended, Environmental Science Biotechnology Chemistry. Mathematics Electronics Computer Science, Mathematics Physics Chemistry, Mathematics Physics Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics Data Science, 


minimum aggregate of 50% qualifying examination
BCA Computer Applications 10+2 with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in the qualifying examination + GITAM Science Admission Test
BEM Environmental Management

BPT
Psychotherapy		 10+2 equivalent examination with 0% Aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology

PG Courses

Courses Specialization Eligibility

M.Arch
Sustainable Architecture		 minimum 50% aggregate marks in B.Arch + GAT

M.Tech		 Computer Science Engineering, Cyber Forensics and Information Technology, Data Science, Electronic Design and Technology, Food Processing Technology, Machine Design, Manufacturing Technology and Automation, Power Systems and Automation, Structural Engineering, VLSI Design 
A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the Qualifying Examination from recognized university and rank obtained in GAT (PGT)

M.A		 Economics, English Language and Literature, Applied Psychology Graduation in any stream with minimum 50% marks

LLM		 Corporate Law, International Law, IPR and Cyber Law Graduation in Law from any recognized University with not less than 50% marks (45% in case of SC / ST and persons with disability)

MBA		 Executive, Business Analytics, Health Care Management, International Business Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline.

M.Sc Nursing
Nurse Practitioner in Critical Care		 B.Sc. nursing of 55% aggregate with a minimum of one-year clinical experience, in any critical care unit.


M. Pharm		 Pharmaceutical Analysis, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology B. Pharm. from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent grade + rank obtained in GAT (PGT)


M.Sc		 Analytical Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Data Science, Electronics, Environmental Science, Food Science and Technology, Integrated Biotechnology, Organic Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, Microbiology
B.Sc with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks in degree or any other equivalent examination approved by GITAM

MCA
Computer application		 A minimum aggregate of 50% marks and Mathematics / Statistics at +2 level or degree level or equivalent examination

GITAM Visakhapatnam Placements

This university has a dedicated placement and training cell which helps students in providing them the necessary trainings. During the present academic year, total 300 companies visited GITAM University to recruit students campuses located in Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Also, IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) recruited 755 engineering students from GITAM University Visakhapatnam campus.

Placement Details:

No. of Organizations Visited

145

No. of Students Participated

2900

No. of Students Placed (On Campus)

1921

No. of Students Placed (Off Campus)

212

GITAM Visakhapatnam Scholarships

GITAM Visakhapatnam offers financial assistance to the candidates as detailed below:

Merit Scholarships will be given by means of tuition fee for top 100 rankers of GAT (UGTP).

Rank

   Tuition Fee exempted for the first year

1-10

                           100%

11-100

                            50%
  1. Merit-cum-means scholarships will be awarded to 5% of students in each department of the University @ Rs. 2000/- per month which will depend on two factors:
  • Merit of the Student
  • Income of the Parent
  1. Merit Scholarships will be given to the candidates admitted in M.Tech and M.Pharmacy programs.
  2. Teaching assistantships will be offered to meritorious students of M.Tech and M.Pharmacy depending upon the need and availability of suitable candidates, subject to a maximum of three students in each program @ Rs. 5,000/- per month.

GITAM Visakhapatnam FAQs

Ques. How is GITAM as an educational institution ?

Ans. The Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, commonly known as GITAM, Visakhapatnam is one of the best private engineering University established in 1980. It was previously known as GITAM College, affiliated to Andhra University. GITAM University has been approved by UGC. It has been granted the status of deemed to be university in 2007. GITAM aims to impart futuristic and comprehensive education of global standards and is responsible for imparting education in the field of Engineering and Technology.

Ques. What are the courses offered by GITAM? 

Ans. The courses offered by GITAM are - 

  • UG & PG programs in Engineering, Architecture and Pharmacy
  • Science Programs
  • MBA and PGDBA Programs
  • Medical Programs
  • Nursing Programs
  • Law Programs
  • BBA / B. Com (Hons.)
  • Architecture UG Programs

Ques. What are the fees for different courses at GITAM? 

Ans. The fees for different courses at GITAM are: 

  • BA - ₹50,000 (1st Year Fees)
  • B.Com - ₹50,000 (1st Year Fees)
  • Diploma - ₹17,700 (Total Fees)
  • M.A - ₹25,000 (1st Year Fees)
  • PG Diploma - ₹3,000 (Total Fees)
  • B.Tech - ₹2.22 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)
  • MBBS -₹20.76 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)

Ques. How is the placement avenue at GITAM? 

Ans. The university has a dedicated placement and training cell which helps students in providing them the necessary training. During the present academic year, a total of 300 companies visited GITAM University to recruit students to campuses located in Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Also, IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) recruited 755 engineering students from GITAM University Visakhapatnam campus.

Ques. Are there any scholarships available for students at GITAM? 

Ans. Yes, GITAM offers the following scholarships and financial aid : 

  • Merit-cum-means scholarships will be awarded to 5% of students in each department of the University @ Rs. 2000/- per month.
  • Merit Scholarships will be given to the candidates admitted in M.Tech and M.Pharmacy programs.
  • Teaching assistantships will be offered to meritorious students of M.Tech and M.Pharmacy depending upon the need and availability of suitable candidates, subject to a maximum of three students in each program @ Rs. 5,000/- per month.

Ques. What undergraduate courses are offered at Gitam Institute of Management [GIM]?

Ans. Gitam Institute of Management [GIM] offers B. Com and BBA programs in different subjects. The institute provides B.Com honors with ACCA, UK and B.Com Honours with specializations in Accounting, Audit, and Taxation. BBA programs are offered in Business Analytics, Financial Markets with NSE, FinTech, Logistics with LSC, Management Accounting with CIMA, UK, and a general course.

Ques. What are some of the major recruiters at Gitam Institute of Management?

Ans. Multinational corporations like Nestle, Amazon, Deloitte, TCS, HDFC, Swiggy, Bajaj, etc. are some of the major recruiters at Gitam Institute of Management. As per the placement report for November 2019, 53% of graduating students have received offers from 22 companies.

Ques. What PG courses are offered by Gitam Institute of Management?

Ans. Gitam Institute of Management offers MBA courses in Banking and Financial Services, Executive, FinTech, International Business, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and Human Resource. The institute also offers Postgraduate diploma courses in Risk and Insurance Management, and FinTech.

Ques. Does Gitam Institute of Management offer Certificate or Doctoral programs?

Ans. Gitam Institute of Management also offers Certificate courses and Doctoral programs. M.Phil and Ph.D. in Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Human Resources Management, International Business, Marketing Management, and Operations Management are available for PG degree holders. Certificate courses are available for Advance, Basic, and Business English, Digital Marketing, FinTech, IELTS, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, and Psychometrics.

Ques. Does Gitam Institute of Management offer scholarships?

Ans. Gitam Institute of Management provides scholarships to students based on their performance in the common entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, etc. The institute also offers scholarships to students who perform well in the GITAM Online Test.