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Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) is a public technical university established in 1956 as University College of Engineering, Burla. In 2009, it was elevated to full university status under the VSSUT Act. The university is approved by AICTE and recognised by UGC under Section 12B. It holds NAAC B grade accreditation, with several B.Tech programmes additionally accredited by the NBA.
As per NIRF Rankings 2025, VSSUT Burla is placed in the 151-200 band in the Engineering category.
The university occupies a 502-acre campus in Burla, Sambalpur, Odisha, adjacent to Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), a premier tertiary care hospital serving the Sambalpur region.
- VSSUT offers programmes across engineering, architecture, sciences, and research:
- B.Tech (4 years) in 13 specialisations — CSE, CSE (AI and ML), Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Telecom, Chemical, Metallurgical and Materials, Production, Biomedical Engineering, Safety and Fire Engineering, and Smart Manufacturing
- B.Arch (5 years) and B.Tech Lateral Entry (3 years) in major engineering branches
- Integrated M.Sc (5 years) in Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- M.Tech (2 years) across 20 specialisations including VLSI Design, Power Electronics, Structural Engineering, Robotics Engineering, and ICT
- M.Sc (2 years) in Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, and Industrial Chemistry; MCA (2 years)
- Ph.D. programmes across all major engineering and science departments
The total B.Tech fee for the complete 4-year programme is INR 3.10 Lakhs (General Quota). B.Arch total fees are INR 1.62 Lakhs over 5 years. M.Tech and M.Sc fees are INR 73,120 for the 2-year duration.
VSSUT students can access state-level scholarships including the Medhabruti and Prerna schemes, alongside central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.
During the 2025 placement season, 76 companies visited campus and made 639 offers. The highest package reached INR 24 LPA. The average CTC for the 2024 batch was INR 6.38 LPA.
VSSUT Admission Dates 2026
Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session have concluded. The B.Tech intake was anchored by JEE Main 2026 and OJEE 2026, with OJEE counselling running from June to August 2026. M.Tech admission ran in parallel through a GATE-based process, while M.Sc, MCA, and Integrated M.Sc admissions were managed through OJEE.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| OJEE 2026 Registration Opens | June 18, 2026 |
| Round 1 Allotment | July 2, 2026 |
| Round 2 Allotment | July 15, 2026 |
| Round 3 Special Round | July 30, 2026 |
| Final Reporting Deadline | August 7, 2026 |
The following table lists tentative timelines for the 2027-28 admission cycle. Official dates will be published on ojee.nic.in and the VSSUT admission portal once announced.
| Event | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January 2027 (expected) |
| OJEE 2027 Registration | April to May 2027 (expected) |
| OJEE 2027 Exam | May 2027 (expected) |
| OJEE 2027 Counselling | June to August 2027 (expected) |
The table below covers the entrance exams accepted across VSSUT programme families for the upcoming 2027-28 cycle.
| Programme | Exam Accepted |
|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main / OJEE |
| B.Arch | JEE Main Paper 2 / NATA / OJEE |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | OJEE Lateral Entry |
| Integrated M.Sc | OJEE |
| M.Tech | GATE (non-GATE considered for vacant seats) |
| M.Sc / MCA | OJEE |
| Ph.D. | VSSUT Entrance Exam |
VSSUT Courses and Fees
VSSUT offers over 60 programmes across UG, PG, integrated, and doctoral levels. As a government-funded university, VSSUT maintains one of the lowest B.Tech fee structures among technical institutions in Odisha. The table below covers headline programmes with their total fees across the entire duration.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | 4 years | 10+2 PCM 45% + JEE Main / OJEE | INR 3.10 Lakhs |
| B.Arch | 5 years | 10+2 with Math 50% + NATA / JEE Main Paper 2 | INR 1.62 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Lateral Entry | 3 years | Diploma in Engineering 60% + OJEE | INR 2.36 Lakhs |
| Integrated M.Sc | 5 years | 10+2 PCM 60% + OJEE | INR 1.62 Lakhs |
| M.Tech | 2 years | B.Tech in relevant discipline + valid GATE score | INR 73,120 |
| M.Sc | 2 years | B.Sc in relevant discipline + OJEE | INR 73,120 |
| MCA | 2 years | Any UG degree with Mathematics + OJEE | INR 1.31 Lakhs |
| Ph.D. | 3 years min | PG degree in relevant field + VSSUT Entrance Exam | INR 87,140 (3 years) |
Within B.Tech, CSE and CSE (AI and ML) attract the highest demand and lowest OJEE closing ranks. Core branches such as Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Safety and Fire Engineering, and Smart Manufacturing are distinctive to VSSUT and not widely offered at other Odisha engineering colleges.
VSSUT Admission Process
VSSUT admissions are fully exam-driven with no management quota. The B.Tech intake is the largest and is managed centrally through the OJEE counselling system, while M.Tech follows a separate GATE-based route.
B.Tech Admission
Eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with a minimum aggregate of 45% (40% for SC and ST candidates). Candidates must hold a valid JEE Main score or appear in OJEE.
The selection process follows these stages:
- Clear JEE Main or appear in OJEE
- Register on the OJEE counselling portal at ojee.nic.in
- Fill and lock choices from participating Odisha institutions
- Report to VSSUT after seat allotment with original documents
- Pay fees within the specified deadline to confirm admission
The OJEE closing rank for CSE (General category, Lateral Entry B.Tech) has been around 24,500 in recent counselling rounds. Core engineering branches including Metallurgical, Production, and Chemical Engineering have comparatively higher closing ranks due to greater seat availability.
B.Arch Admission
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Mathematics, securing a minimum of 50% aggregate. A valid NATA score or JEE Main Paper 2 score is required. Final admission is through OJEE Architecture counselling.
M.Tech Admission
A B.Tech degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks is required. A valid GATE score is mandatory for the merit list. Non-GATE candidates are considered only for seats remaining after GATE-qualified candidates are placed.
M.Sc, MCA, and Integrated M.Sc
M.Sc and MCA admissions are through OJEE. M.Sc requires a B.Sc degree in the relevant discipline. MCA requires any UG degree with Mathematics as a subject. Integrated M.Sc requires 10+2 with PCM and a minimum of 60%.
Ph.D. Admission
VSSUT conducts its own entrance exam for Ph.D. admissions, held in July and January each year. A postgraduate degree in the relevant field is the minimum eligibility. Shortlisted candidates attend a personal interview before final selection.
VSSUT Placements
VSSUT operates a dedicated Placement Cell that coordinates campus recruitment across B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, and MCA graduating batches. The 2025 placement season recorded 76 companies visiting campus with a combined total of 639 job offers.
The highest package in 2025 reached INR 24 LPA. The average CTC for the 2024 graduating batch was INR 6.38 LPA. The largest share of offers came from IT services, banking and financial services, and core manufacturing sectors.
| Metric | 2025 Season | 2024 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Companies Visiting | 76 | N/A |
| Total Offers | 639 | N/A |
| Highest Package | INR 24 LPA | INR 18 LPA |
| Average Package | Not released | INR 6.38 LPA |
Key confirmed recruiters include Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Tata Steel, JP Morgan, UBS, Maruti Suzuki, Cummins India, and Digital Green. Core engineering graduates from Metallurgical, Mechanical, and Production branches are regularly placed in public sector undertakings including SAIL, NALCO, NTPC, and ONGC through GATE-based and direct recruitment routes, which is a distinctive career pathway not commonly available from private engineering colleges.
VSSUT Rankings
VSSUT Burla participates in the NIRF and has been ranked in the Engineering category across multiple cycles. Its position reflects performance as a state-funded technical university competing alongside centrally-funded IITs, NITs, and large private institutions.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 151-200 band | 151-200 band |
| NIRF | State Public Universities | 51-100 band | 51-100 band |
Within Odisha, VSSUT is the only state government technical university with autonomous degree-granting powers, setting it apart from BPUT-affiliated government engineering colleges in the state.
VSSUT Scholarships
VSSUT students can access multiple state and central government scholarship schemes based on academic merit and family income. The university also operates a Tuition Fee Waiver scheme for top-performing students.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Medhabruti Scholarship | Annual parental income below INR 6 Lakhs | INR 10,000 per annum |
| Prerna Scholarship | SC/ST category students | INR 40,000 per annum |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) | Top 5% of students per branch | 50% to 100% of tuition fee |
| NSP Scholarships (Central) | Merit and income criteria per NSP norms | As per central scheme |
| Jindal Trust / Nehru Memorial | Institution-specific criteria | Variable |
Applications for most scholarships are submitted through the Odisha Scholarship Portal or the National Scholarship Portal after admission is confirmed. The TFW application is routed through VSSUT’s scholarship cell at the start of each academic year.
VSSUT Campus and Infrastructure
The VSSUT campus spans 502 acres in Burla, situated along the Sambalpur-Raipur highway. All academic departments, hostels, sports facilities, and administrative buildings are housed within a single self-contained residential campus.
The central library holds over 54,000 books and a digital resource section. The campus has 920+ computers across the central computer centre and departmental labs. A central research facility supports postgraduate and doctoral work with advanced instruments including SEM and XRD equipment. The 1,200-seat auditorium hosts convocations and events.
There are 12 hostels on campus — 7 for boys and 5 for girls — with an annual hostel fee of up to INR 14,000. Medical emergencies are handled through the adjacent VIMSAR hospital. NCC, NSS, and multiple student societies are active. Outdoor sports grounds and an indoor sports hall are available to residents.
VSSUT vs CET Bhubaneswar vs IGIT Sarang
Odisha OJEE aspirants most commonly compare VSSUT Burla, CET Bhubaneswar, and IGIT Sarang — the three most visible state government engineering institutes in the state with similar fee structures and admission routes. Key differences lie in degree-granting authority, location, and branch-specific strengths.
| Parameter | VSSUT Burla | CET Bhubaneswar | IGIT Sarang |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1956 | 1981 | 1944 |
| Type | State Government University | State Government (BPUT-affiliated) | State Government (BPUT-affiliated) |
| Location | Burla, Sambalpur | Bhubaneswar (capital) | Sarang, Dhenkanal |
| Degree Authority | Own degree (under VSSUT Act) | BPUT degree | BPUT degree |
| NIRF Engineering (2025) | 151-200 band | Not in ranked list | Not in ranked list |
| Admission Exam | JEE Main / OJEE | JEE Main / OJEE | JEE Main / OJEE |
| Hostel | 12 hostels, 502-acre campus | Available | Available |
VSSUT is the only state technical university in Odisha, which gives it greater academic autonomy and a stronger alumni network in PSUs such as SAIL, NALCO, and NTPC. CET Bhubaneswar benefits from a capital-city location with greater IT sector exposure. IGIT Sarang is historically strong in core engineering and mining-related disciplines. For aspirants targeting core engineering careers or PSU recruitment, VSSUT holds an edge. For software and IT roles, CET Bhubaneswar’s Bhubaneswar location is an advantage.
VSSUT FAQs
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at VSSUT Burla?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at VSSUT Burla for the General category is INR 3.10 Lakhs for the complete 4-year programme, which includes tuition and other fees. Hostel accommodation costs up to INR 14,000 per year additionally. VSSUT is a government university so fees are significantly lower than private engineering colleges in Odisha.
Ques. Is VSSUT Burla a government college?
Ans. Yes. VSSUT Burla is a state government technical university funded by the Government of Odisha. It is the only state government technical university in Odisha with autonomous degree-granting authority under the VSSUT Act, 2009. It is distinct from BPUT-affiliated government colleges in Odisha.
Ques. How is B.Tech admission done at VSSUT?
Ans. B.Tech admission at VSSUT is through JEE Main or the OJEE (Odisha Joint Entrance Examination). Candidates register on the OJEE counselling portal after clearing the exam and fill institution and branch preferences. Seat allotment is based on rank merit. There is no management quota at VSSUT.
Ques. What is the OJEE cutoff for CSE at VSSUT Burla?
Ans. The OJEE closing rank for CSE at VSSUT Burla (General category, Lateral Entry B.Tech) has been around 24,500 in recent rounds. Core engineering branches such as Metallurgical, Production, and Chemical Engineering have comparatively higher closing ranks. Candidates should check the official OJEE portal for the latest round-wise cutoffs.
Ques. What is the highest placement package at VSSUT?
Ans. The highest package in the 2025 placement season was INR 24 LPA. The average CTC for the 2024 batch was INR 6.38 LPA. Key recruiters include Amazon, TCS, JP Morgan, UBS, Maruti Suzuki, and Tata Steel. Core engineering graduates also access PSU placements through GATE and direct recruitment by organisations such as SAIL, NALCO, and NTPC.
Ques. Is VSSUT better than CET Bhubaneswar for B.Tech?
Ans. Both are state government engineering institutes in Odisha with comparable fee structures. VSSUT Burla is the only state technical university with autonomous degree-granting powers and has a stronger alumni network in PSUs. CET Bhubaneswar benefits from a capital-city location with more exposure to Bhubaneswar’s IT companies. VSSUT is typically preferred for core engineering branches, while CET Bhubaneswar has a location advantage for IT and software roles.
Ques. What scholarships are available at VSSUT?
Ans. VSSUT students can access the Medhabruti scholarship (INR 10,000 per annum for parental income below INR 6 Lakhs), the Prerna scholarship (INR 40,000 per annum for SC/ST students), and the Tuition Fee Waiver for the top 5% of students in each branch. Central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal are also available after admission.
Ques. Does VSSUT have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. VSSUT has 12 hostels on its 502-acre campus — 7 for boys and 5 for girls. The annual hostel fee is up to INR 14,000. The campus is fully residential with the library, labs, canteen, sports grounds, and VIMSAR hospital all within the campus boundary.
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Yes, you can get scholarship support along with admission at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla if you meet eligibility criteria and follow the application process. VSSUT offers merit- and need-based scholarships such as National Talent, Disabled, Jindal Trust, Nehru Memorial and other state/central government scholarships to deserving students.
To get a scholarship admission, first secure admission through the regular entrance/counselling process (e.g., JEE Main/OJEE for UG, GATE for PG). Then apply for scholarships either online via the State or National Scholarship Portals (such as Odisha Scholarship Portal) when the application window opens, or through the university’s scholarship cell with required documents
Yes, you can apply for a college transfer to Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) if the university allows lateral entry or migration. The process involves submitting a formal transfer request, meeting eligibility criteria, providing previous academic records, and obtaining approval from both the current college and VSSUT authorities.
VSSUT also offers admissions to other courses, such as M.Tech, MCA, and Ph.D., on the basis of scores obtained in the entrance examinations, such as GATE, OJEE, and UGC NET, respectively. The selection criteria, dates, eligibility, and application process are discussed in the article. VSSUT is known for its flagship program of B.Tech, which is being offered in 10 specializations. For the B.Tech admissions at VSSUT, candidates are required to appear for the JEE Main or OJEE examination and participate in the OJEE counseling for final seat allotments. For taking admission into various courses of Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla are required to register online through the link available on the official website of VSSUT
Yes, with a 5054 rank in the Special OJEE and ST category, your chances of getting admission in Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology are very high. The previous year's data shows ST cutoff ranks go up to several lakhs, so your rank is much better. You can expect a good branch through counselling.
Securing a seat at VSSUT Burla with a 52 percentile in JEE Main under the EWS category is unlikely for core or circuit engineering branches, where cutoff ranks close well under 2,00,000. However, you might have a slight chance in lower, less competitive branches like Production, Metallurgical, or Chemical Engineering during the final spot rounds of OJEE counselling.
The cutoff ranks for the Master of Computer Applications (MCA) program at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla, are determined through the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE). In 2024, the closing rank was 227, and in 2023 it was 109.
The cutoff for the BE in computer science at VSSUT OJEE is 273028 for 2024.
The Civil Engineering branch at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla, through the JEE Main exam, candidates need to achieve a percentile of approximately 85% or higher.
Interested candidates may download the application form available in the University Website and submit a hard copy of the signed completed application along with a non-refundable demand draft of Rs.500/- (Rs.200/- in case of SC/ST candidates). The fee for the SC category is not available online.
Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) in Burla, Odisha, admits students to its B.Tech programs through the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) and JEE Main scores. The cutoff ranks for admission vary annually based on factors such as the number of applicants, seat availability, and exam difficulty
Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT) offers a Bachelor’s degree in Technology under 11 different specialization subjects with a duration of 4 years. The university also offers 5 years of Integrated B.Tech+M.Tech course under two different specializations. Admission to B.Tech. courses of the University are based on merit in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), Govt. of Odisha. The application process for Odisha JEE starts in the month of March every year. Candidates can apply online application for Odisha JEE.
Yes, you can surely get admission based on OJEE counselling but rather based on JEE Mains score.
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The OJEE cutoff for session 2023 has not yet been released by the college. You can check here to see the previous years’ cutoff. VSSUT Cutoff
The OJEE cutoff for session 2023 has not yet been released by the college. You can check here to see the previous years’ cutoff. VSSUT Cutoff
To get admission to VSSUT Burla, you need to have passed 10+2 with 75% and 60% for reserved candidates and then appear for JEE Mains and OJEE followed by OJEE counselling.
With 81%ile, you have a possibility to get almost any of the branches at the college you apply for and you can check out the same at VSSUT Burla B.Tech courses & fees.
If you have secured a rank between 75k to 5.3 lakhs in OJEE, then you can surely get admission to VSSUT Burla.
With 86.4%ile, admission to CS or IT is a bit difficult, however, you can surely go for electrical or production engg at VSSUT Burla.
Yes, if you have cleared the entrance exam and also have aced the counselling procedure, then you can surely get admission at VSSUT Burla.