VIT Vellore M.Sc: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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M.Sc at VIT Vellore is a 2-year Full Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 8 specializations. The most popular specializations include Data Science, Biotechnology, Applied Microbiology.

The total M.Sc Fees at VIT Vellore for 2026 - 2027 academic year is ₹ 1.52 Lakhs - 2.22 Lakhs. This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 1.5 Lakhs - 2.2 Lakhs.

To be eligible for the VIT Vellore M.Sc program, candidates must have passed Graduation+60% (or equivalent).

Read the section below for further details on VIT Vellore M.Sc admission 2025, fees, hostel fees, cutoff, placement, rankings and more.

Master of Science [M.Sc] 
Total Fees:₹1.52 Lakhs - 3.22 Lakhs
4.3(31 Reviews)8 Courses2 Years Full Time
(Based on 2.4K views last year)

Eligibility:

Graduation + VITMEE

Application Date:

29 Jan - 29 May 2026

Biotechnology 
₹2.22 Lakhs
4.3
(Based on 617 views last year)
Data Science 
₹1.62 Lakhs
4.4
(Based on 614 views last year)
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VIT Vellore M.Sc Fees

VIT Vellore M.Sc Fees 2026 - 2027 is ₹ 1.52 Lakhs - 2.22 Lakhs for the entire course duration. Students must pay approximately ₹ 76,000 - 1.11 Lakhs per year.

The total M.Sc fees covers-

  • Total tuition fee of ₹ 1.5 Lakhs - 2.2 Lakhs
  • Caution fee of ₹ 2,000

The hostel fees for VIT Vellore is 2.25 Lakhs.

Based on 31 reviews and 2.91 K views collected by Collegedunia last year, the most popular M.Sc specialisation is Data Science, Biotechnology, Applied Microbiology.

  • M.Sc Data Science total fees is ₹ 1.62 Lakhs
  • M.Sc Biotechnology total fees is ₹ 2.22 Lakhs
  • M.Sc Applied Microbiology total fees is ₹ 1.62 Lakhs

For NRI students, VIT Vellore M.Sc Fees is ₹ 8.23 Lakhs - 18.52 Lakhs for the entire course duration.

Quota:
Fee TypeTotal Amount (INR)
tuition fees₹ 1.5 Lakhs - 3.2 Lakhs
caution fees*₹ 2,000
total academic fees₹ 1.52 Lakhs - 3.22 Lakhs
hostel fees₹2.85 Lakhs
total fees₹ 4.37 Lakhs - 6.07 Lakhs
* Fees is refundable

VIT Vellore Latest Updates and News

22 Apr, 2026 VIT Vellore M.Sc Fee Structure 2026 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.52 Lakhs-₹ 3.22 Lakhs.

VIT Vellore M.Sc Admission 2026

Students must have Graduation+60% to be eligible for M.Sc admission at VIT Vellore.

VIT Vellore M.Sc Admission Dates 2026

The application deadline for admission to VIT Vellore M.Sc program is December 01 - April 12, 2026.


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Admission Timeline [M.Sc]
Jan 29, 2026 - May 29, 2026
Date of VITMEE CBT for Session 2026 [M.Sc]
Apr 28, 2026 - May 03, 2026
Date of Submission of Online Application for VITMEE for Session 2026 [M.Sc]
Dec 01, 2025 - Apr 12, 2026

VIT Vellore Master of Science [M.Sc]: Students' Opinion

AI-Generated Summary based on 31 Reviews

Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) offers an M.Sc in Biotechnology without requiring an entrance exam. Admission relies on academic performance, with candidates needing at least 60% in their Secondary, Higher Secondary, and Bachelor degrees. The application process involves online registration, verification, form completion, and a fee, detailed on VIT's website. Tuition fees are INR 82,000 for the first year and INR 86,000 for the second year, inclusive of all fees.

Scholarships are available through national programs and college-specific initiatives, favoring students with high CGPAs or from backward classes. However, they are not offered to general category students based solely on graduation marks. Faculty at VIT are noted for their approachable and supportive nature, contributing to a collaborative learning atmosphere. The exam pattern includes two minor exams, quizzes, and finals. Placement activities for the Data Science program, a related field, begin in the final semester, with notable companies like Federal Bank and TCS participating.

Regular salary offers average at 4 LPA, dream offers range from 4 to 6 LPA, and super dream offers exceed 6 LPA, with a placement rate of 60-70%. Placement training starts in the second semester, and students must secure internships independently due to limited opportunities, emphasizing the importance of networking. The course is popular, with quickly filling seats each year.

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VIT Vellore M.Sc Ranking

VIT Vellore is ranked by several ranking agencies such as Times Higher Education. Some of these rankings are as follows-

  • #601-800 out of 801 under Times Higher Education Ranking 2020.

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#601-800 out of 801 (2020)
#601-800 out of 800 (2019)

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vandisha dharmendra singh
May 4, 2024 16:03
Which companies came for biotechnology recruitment??
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Ashish Ramtari
May 17, 2024 08:15

The companies which come for Biotechnology/ Lifesciences recruitments are BioCoin, Dr. Reddy’s, LabCorp, GSK, Pharma ACE, OG, Stryker, Strand. Most of the offers around 42 were made by OG Company for Biotechnology Students.

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sonal vaid
Mar 18, 2024 11:56
Can I pay course fees in installments at VIT Vellore?
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Lagan Kapoor
Mar 19, 2024 12:52

Yes, VIT Vellore allows you to pay course fees for instalments. However, you can explore the VIT Vellore courses to learn more about the curriculum, fees, and other details.

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amit rawat
Mar 16, 2024 22:21
What is the fee structure for B.Tech programs at VIT Vellore?
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Shikhar Srivas
Mar 17, 2024 22:34

The fee structure for B.tech course at VIT Vellore is around INR 8 lakhs for 4 years and INR 1.98 lakhs per year. you can check out the structure in detail at VIT Vellore B.tech course.

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aahil
Aug 17, 2023 09:03
Tell me about Bsc CS
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Arshin Khan
Aug 19, 2023 23:22

Candidates applying for B.Sc CS at VIT ha to be passed in 10+2 with Mathematics as the main subject with at least 70% marks in aggregate. Selection is done on the basis of marks in the last qualifying examination followed by university-based counseling. Check here for more. VIT Admission

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chirabrata debnath
Feb 25, 2023 02:10
What is the eligibility requirements for msc biotechnology?
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Ashish Ramtari
Feb 25, 2023 06:58

The eligibility criteria of M.Sc. Biotechnology is to complete B.Sc. in Botany/ Zoology/ Microbiology or relevant specialisation and with at least 50% marks in the aggregate.

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pranav jain
Jan 25, 2023 14:56
Pls tell about btech cs ..
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Krishan Kumar
Jan 25, 2023 17:34

Aspirants must have passed Class 12th with PCM/PCB with at least 45% marks. The admission is based on the score obtained in the VITEEE exam. The total fee for B.Tech (CSE) is INR 783000 for 4 years. 

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mubarakali
Dec 1, 2022 20:54
Hi, I'm Mubarakali and I'd like to be a student at your college. Please let me know the Phd Engineering course details and application process.
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Jaspreet Kaur
Dec 2, 2022 23:36

The registration process for Ph.D. in Engineering has begun for the 2022 – 2025 academic session and you can find the form on the official website. You can get admission to the course on the basis of scores on the VITREE entrance test. 

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shreya raj
Jul 7, 2022 11:50
Bsc agriculture
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Jaspreet Kaur
Jul 17, 2022 02:00

Vellore Institute Of Technology (VIT) offers a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Agriculture Honours on a full-time basis and to be eligible, one must have passed 12th standard board examination in the science stream from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. 


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