Are you planning to join VIT after your Class 12 exams? If yes, understanding the fee structure is just as important as preparing for the VITEEE exam. Many students and parents often get confused about how much they need to pay after getting admission. VIT has different fees for different branches, campuses, and categories. There are also scholarships, hostel charges, and mess plans to consider.
This guide will help you understand the complete VITEEE 2025 fee structure in simple words. Whether you are looking for Group A or Group B programs, this article will explain everything clearly. You will also learn about hostel fees, payment methods, and how scholarships can reduce your total cost.
By the end of this article, you will know exactly how to plan your budget for VIT admission. If you want to avoid last-minute surprises, read every section carefully. Let’s break it down step by step.
VITEEE College Fees: Group A vs. Group B Programs
VIT offers different B.Tech programs in two categories: Group A and Group B. The fee structure for each group is different. Group B programs usually have higher tuition fees than Group A. The fees also vary depending on the scholarship category from Category 1 to Category 5.
Let us understand the fee structure, list of programs, and campus-wise options for both groups.
VITEEE Group A Programs
Group A includes core engineering and science programs. These branches have a lower fee compared to Group B. You can find Group A programs at VIT Vellore, Chennai, Bhopal, and Amaravati campuses.
Group A Programs by Campus
Vellore Campus:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- CSE (Specialization in Bioinformatics)
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mechanical (Specialization in Energy Engineering)
- Production and Industrial Engineering
Chennai Campus:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Computer Engineering
- Fashion Technology
Bhopal Campus (MP):
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Amaravati Campus (AP):
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
VIT follows a category-based fee system for BTech admissions through VITEEE. Your VITEEE rank decides which fee category you fall into. Each category has a different tuition fee. The higher your rank, the lower the category and the more affordable the fee.
Here is the general distribution of categories based on VITEEE 2025 rank:
| VITEEE Rank Range | Category Available |
| 1 – 10,000 | Category 1 |
| 10,001 – 20,000 | Category 2 |
| 20,001 – 30,000 | Category 3 |
| 30,001 – 45,000 | Category 3 or 4 |
| 45,001 – 60,000 | Category 4 or 5 |
| 60,000+ | Category 5 |
What Do Categories Mean?
Each category represents a different tuition fee level. Category 1 is the least expensive, while Category 5 is the most expensive. The academic syllabus and degree are the same for all categories. There is no difference in teaching or placement. The only difference is in the tuition fee.
For example:
- A Category 1 student may pay ₹1.98 lakh per year.
- A Category 5 student may pay ₹3.98 lakh per year.
VIT fills seats from lower categories to higher categories as the counseling progresses. Students with top ranks get first preference for lower categories. If lower category seats fill up, students must take admission under a higher category.
Tip for Students
If your rank is close to a category cutoff, attend counseling early to get a lower category seat. This helps you save money over four years.
Understanding the category system helps you plan your admission and fee budget more wisely.
VITEEE Fees Structure – Group A (Regular Fees)
| Category | Total Fee (₹) | Advance Fee (₹) | Balance Fee (₹) |
| Category 1 | 1,76,000 | 1,50,000 | 26,000 |
| Category 2 | 2,35,000 | 1,50,000 | 85,000 |
| Category 3 | 3,43,000 | 2,00,000 | 1,43,000 |
| Category 4 | 3,68,000 | 2,00,000 | 1,68,000 |
| Category 5 | 3,98,000 | 2,50,000 | 1,48,000 |
The advance fee must be paid first during the admission process. Students can pay the balance fee later, based on the schedule shared by the university.
Group A Programs – After Concession
Some students may get a concession on tuition fees based on certain eligibility conditions. The table below shows the fees for Group A after the concession:
| Category | Total Fee (₹) | Advance Fee (₹) | Balance Fee (₹) |
| Category 1 | 2,10,000 | 1,20,000 | 90,000 |
| Category 2 | 2,69,000 | 1,60,000 | 1,09,000 |
| Category 3 | 3,77,000 | 2,25,000 | 1,52,000 |
| Category 4 | 4,02,000 | 3,00,000 | 1,02,000 |
| Category 5 | 4,32,000 | 3,00,000 | 1,32,000 |
*These figures are applicable for students receiving fee concessions under special schemes.
VITEEE Group B Programs
Group B includes advanced and in-demand engineering programs. These are mostly based on computer science, AI, and other trending technologies. These programs are costlier than Group A programs. A few specializations are offered in collaboration with industry partners like TCS.
You can study Group B programs at all four VIT campuses: Vellore, Chennai, Amaravati, and Bhopal.
Note: For students choosing a Group B program at VIT Bhopal, there is an additional fee of ₹3,000. Group B Programs by Campus:
Vellore Campus:
- CSE (All Specializations)
- IT
- ECE
- Mechanical (Automotive)
- ECE with IoT
- CSE with Info Security
Chennai Campus:
- CSE (Core & Specializations)
- ECE
- Mechanical
- ECE (Embedded, VLSI)
- Mechatronics & Automation
- Mechanical (EVs)
Bhopal Campus:
- CSE (Various branches: AI, Cyber Security, Data Analytics, Software Engg.)
- ECE
- Mechanical
- Aerospace
- Robotics
Amaravati Campus:
- CSE (AI, Cyber Security, Cloud, Gaming, etc.)
- ECE (AI, Cybernetics)
- Mechanical (AI & Robotics)
VITEEE Fees Structure – Group B
| Category | Total Fee (₹) | Advance Fee (₹) | Balance Fee (₹) |
| Category 1 | 1,98,000 | 1,98,000 | 0 |
| Category 2 | 3,07,000 | 2,00,000 | 1,07,000 |
| Category 3 | 4,05,000 | 2,50,000 | 1,55,000 |
| Category 4 | 4,48,000 | 3,00,000 | 1,48,000 |
| Category 5 | 4,93,000 | 3,00,000 | 1,93,000 |
The fees are highest in Category 5. Many students try to get into lower categories to reduce costs. Students must pay the advance fee during admission, or else their seat will not be confirmed.
VIT Hostel Fee Structure (2025)
VIT provides a wide range of hostel accommodation options for students. The hostels are separate for boys and girls. Students can choose from air-conditioned (AC) and non-air-conditioned (NAC) rooms. The hostel fee depends on the room type, number of students per room, and the mess option selected—Veg, Non-Veg, or Special.
The fees listed below are for first-year male students at the VIT Vellore campus for the 2024-25 academic year (Fall and Winter semesters). The fee includes room rent, mess charges, laundry (up to 44 washes), admission fee, and refundable caution deposit.
Note: The admission fee is non-refundable. The caution deposit is refundable at the end of the course. Hostel and mess fees are not refundable in case of downgrades. Room and mess upgrades require an extra fee.
| S.No | Room + Mess Type | Room + Mess Fee (₹) | Admission Fee (₹) | Caution Deposit (₹) | Total (₹) |
| 1 | 6NAC + Veg | 1,03,700 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,33,700 |
| 6NAC + Non Veg | 1,12,400 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,42,400 | |
| 6NAC + Special | 1,23,200 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,53,200 | |
| 2 | 6AC + Veg | 1,26,900 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,56,900 |
| 6AC + Non Veg | 1,35,600 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,65,600 | |
| 6AC + Special | 1,46,400 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,76,400 | |
| 3 | 4NAC + Veg | 1,08,500 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,38,500 |
| 4NAC + Non Veg | 1,17,200 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,47,200 | |
| 4NAC + Special | 1,28,000 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,58,000 | |
| 4 | 4AC + Veg | 1,35,000 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,65,000 |
| 4AC + Non Veg | 1,43,700 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,73,700 | |
| 4AC + Special | 1,54,500 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,84,500 | |
| 5 | 3NAC + Veg | 1,14,800 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,44,800 |
| 3NAC + Non Veg | 1,23,500 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,53,500 | |
| 3NAC + Special | 1,34,300 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,64,300 | |
| 6 | 3AC + Veg | 1,47,300 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,77,300 |
| 3AC + Non Veg | 1,56,000 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,86,000 | |
| 3AC + Special | 1,66,800 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,96,800 | |
| 7 | 2NAC + Veg | 1,21,500 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,51,500 |
| 2NAC + Non Veg | 1,30,200 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,60,200 | |
| 2NAC + Special | 1,41,000 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,71,000 | |
| 8 | 2AC + Veg | 1,53,800 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,83,800 |
| 2AC + Non Veg | 1,62,500 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,92,500 | |
| 2AC + Special | 1,73,300 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 2,03,300 | |
| 9 | 1NAC + Veg | 1,38,600 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,68,600 |
| 1NAC + Non Veg | 1,47,300 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,77,300 | |
| 1NAC + Special | 1,58,100 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 1,88,100 | |
| 10 | 1AC + Veg | 1,86,100 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 2,16,100 |
| 1AC + Non Veg | 1,94,800 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 2,24,800 | |
| 1AC + Special | 2,05,600 | 15,000 | 15,000 | 2,35,600 |
Deluxe Hostel Room Options (DLX AC)
| S.No | Room Type | Veg (₹) | Non Veg (₹) | Special (₹) |
| 11 | DLX 8AC | 1,66,300 | 1,75,000 | 1,85,800 |
| 12 | DLX 6AC | 1,75,600 | 1,84,300 | 1,95,100 |
| 13 | DLX 4AC | 1,86,000 | 1,94,700 | 2,05,500 |
| 14 | DLX 3AC | 2,00,500 | 2,09,200 | 2,20,000 |
| 15 | DLX 2AC | 2,14,100 | 2,22,800 | 2,33,600 |
All deluxe rooms are air-conditioned and come with improved facilities. These are suitable for students looking for more comfort and privacy.
Important Points
- Laundry: Hostel fee includes 44 washes per year.
- Mess Change: Students can change mess plans monthly. If upgraded during the fall semester, full difference must be paid. In the winter semester, only 50% of the difference needs to be paid.
- Refunds: No refund for room or mess downgrades.
- Special Note: 1AC and 1NAC rooms are mostly for PG (postgraduate) students only.
This wide range of options helps students choose a plan that fits their budget and lifestyle.
VITEEE Scholarship Details
VIT offers scholarships to students who perform well in the VIT Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEEE). These scholarships provide tuition fee waivers for all four years of the BTech course. The aim is to reward merit and make education more affordable for deserving students.
Scholarship Categories Based on VITEEE Rank Students who score top ranks in the VITEEE are grouped into scholarship categories. Each category gives a different level of tuition fee waiver.
| VITEEE Rank | Tuition Fee Waiver |
| 1 to 10 | 100% |
| 11 to 50 | 75% |
| 51 to 100 | 50% |
| 101 to 500 | 25% |
These scholarships are part of the GV School Development Programme (GVSDP). Only students who join VIT through the VITEEE are eligible for these waivers. Students admitted through other modes (like lateral entry or NRI quota) are not eligible for this scheme.
How Scholarships Reduce Total Fees: The tuition fee waiver applies only to the academic fee. It does not include other charges such as:
- Hostel fee
- Mess charges
- Caution deposit
- Admission fee
- Examination and library fees
These charges must be paid in full by all students, even those with tuition fee waivers.
Let’s understand this with an example:
Example: Suppose a student is allotted a Category 3 seat in Group A. The full academic fee is ₹3,44,000 per year. If the student’s VITEEE rank is between 51 and 100, they are eligible for a 50% tuition fee waiver.
- Academic Fee before scholarship: ₹3,44,000
- 50% Tuition Fee Waiver: ₹1,72,000
- Student Pays: ₹1,72,000 (plus hostel and other charges)
This scholarship reduces the burden of tuition fee and helps the student save ₹6,88,000 over four years.
Payment Structure: Advance Fee vs. Balance Fee
VIT allows students to pay their fees in two parts:
Advance Fee
- The advance fee is paid during the counseling and admission process.
- This payment confirms the student’s seat in the chosen course.
- The advance fee amount varies based on the category of the seat.
For example, Category 1 and 2 have lower advance fees, while Category 5 has the highest.
Balance Fee
- After paying the advance fee, students must pay the balance fee.
- VIT provides a schedule or deadline to pay this remaining amount.
- Students may pay the balance in one or two installments, depending on the instructions.
It is important to pay both parts of the fee on time to avoid cancellation of admission.
Payment Modes: VIT offers several options for fee payment:
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, etc.)
- Demand Draft (in special cases)
After making the payment, students should keep the receipt or confirmation. It may be required later for verification, especially during hostel check-in or document submission.
Conclusion
Joining VIT is a big step in your academic journey. But before you take that step, it is important to know all the fees involved. This includes tuition fees for Group A and Group B programs, hostel charges, mess options, and other costs. VIT follows a category-wise fee structure, and each category has different amounts. Scholarships based on VITEEE ranks can reduce your fees by a big margin. So, if you rank well, you can save a lot on tuition.
Always remember to pay the advance fee on time to confirm your seat. Also, plan your balance payment according to the given deadlines. If you are staying in the hostel, choose the room and mess type that suits your needs and budget.
Understanding the VITEEE 2025 fee structure will help you and your parents make better decisions. Stay informed, stay prepared, and focus on your goals with confidence.
FAQs
1) Can I get a fee refund if I cancel admission?
Yes, you can get a refund if you cancel within the allowed time. VIT follows UGC refund rules. The refund amount depends on when you cancel.
2) Are there installment options for fee payment?
Yes. VIT allows fee payments in two parts: advance and balance. Sometimes, the balance fee can be split further into two payments.
3) Does the hostel fee increase every year?
Usually, hostel fees remain the same for the year of joining. However, it may increase slightly in the next academic years due to inflation or other factors.
4) How are scholarships applied to the fee structure?
Scholarships are applied to the academic tuition fee only. Other fees like hostel, mess, and deposits are not covered. The reduced amount is calculated based on the scholarship percentage.
