FAQs

GITAM has a dedicated career guidance cell, the GITAM Career Guidance Centre (GCGC) to help students find the right career opportunities. However, the packages offered every year depend on the course you opt for and the institute you are studying at. And, you can always rely on us to bring the best opportunities to you.

Absolutely! Amazon recruiters regularly visit our campus during the placement drives. In fact, it has recruited students from GITAM with some of the highest salary packages. You can get more info on the companies who visit our campus drives by contacting the GITAM Career Guidance Center(GCGC).

Bengaluru being the Silicon valley of India drawing many IT enthusiasts, you can expect to have many IT companies show up at the placement drives. Thanks to the GITAM Career Counselling Centre, more than half of the students get placed with hefty salary packages in popular companies. 

The highest placement package is 23LPA in GITAM School of Technology, 2023

Every degree you earn from GITAM is UGC-approved and is valid across several countries all over the world. And, yes it is valid in the USA. You can use the degree you earned to pursue higher education and find job prospects in the US.

The quality of education and facilities are consistent across all three campuses of GITAM, namely, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, and the Bengaluru campus. Every campus caters to different course requirements and presents a versatile mix of specialisations for the students to choose from. We offer courses across the three campuses of Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru . You can check out the various course options at our Programs Offered page.

Both campuses are unique and offer customised learning opportunities. While the curriculum offered across all the courses follow UGC guidelines and remain the same, it comes down to your preference, the program you want to choose, and the environment you’d like to study in. You can find more info about each campus by navigating to the Academics tab on GITAM Home Page.

All students must appear for the GAT (GITAM Admission Test) exam conducted every year for entrance. It is a computer-based exam that you can take up from multiple centers all across India. Based on your ranks, you will be awarded merit scholarships and other guidance to join the university. You can find the complete application process here. Call us at +91 88808 84000 or email us at gat@gitam.edu to know more about the application process.

At GITAM, you can avail yourself of a range of scholarships for over 13 undergraduate, graduate and research programmes, based on your GAT percentile. Scholarships can either cover a part of your tuition fees or the entirety of the tuition fee if you qualify for the necessary criteria. Contact us at +91 88808 84000 or gat@gitam.edu to know more about the various scholarships offered at GITAM. 

Yes! The GITAM Admission Test, also known as GAT, is one of the most popular university entrance exam tests in India to ensure transparency in application and evaluation for the applicants. For more information regarding the admissions test and important dates, you can visit the GITAM Admission Test page.  

Recognized by UGC-MHRD as Category-‘I’ Deemed to be University with A++ grade, GITAM has been granted Graded Autonomy. So, yes GITAM is indeed an autonomous university. 

Absolutely! GITAM is a UGC-recognized university. All the courses that we offer are UGC recognized. Thus, every degree you get from our institution is valid for applying to any Government jobs.

Yes! Every degree you earn from GITAM is UGC-approved and recognized. Thus, it is valid across several countries globally. Hence, you can use the degree earned from our institution to pursue job prospects and higher education in Canada.

You can only appear once for each course during every phase. When you use the registered email twice, GITAM considers it a duplicate application and prevents you from doing so. Hence, you can only appear for one exam for the given academic year. However, you can reappear for the GAT exams for the next academic year with no hassle. 

GITAM (Deemed to be University) is a member of the India Global Higher Education Alliance. Foreign nationals/NRIs can use their SAT scores to gain admission to their desired course at GITAM. You can know more about the eligibility criteria from the Directorate of International Affairs(GDIA) page.

You can apply for GITAM through offline or online methods. However, the mode of GAT is always online. Be sure to check out the online test instructions and the syllabus for your course before appearing for the exam.

GITAM is a private institution that was granted a Graded Autonomous position by the Ministry of Education. Ever since it was established, GITAM has been a private university that offers a wide range of subjects and courses.

GITAM was established by Dr. M. V. V. S. Murthi. He was a former member of the Parliament and was also a well-known philanthropist.

GITAM Visakhapatnam campus is one of the best private institutions to offer a versatile learning environment. It has auditoriums, hostels for both boys and girls, a library, a sports complex, canteens, ATMs, a multispecialty hospital to make student life easier. The campus offers plenty for students who are interested in extra-curricular activities as it has over 200 functioning student clubs. So, in short, the Vizag campus is an amazing place to learn and grow. 

Yes! GITAM doesn’t just focus on improving your academics, but also your social skills. You will find several thriving student communities where you get to meet like-minded people. Moreover, we have numerous events and celebrations throughout the year to keep the student life active and fun.

Yes! It is recognized by the Distance Education Bureau(DEB), UGC, New Delhi and offers a wide range of programs to students residing in distant places. To know more about distance learning at GITAM, visit the Centre for Distance and Online Education page.

Located in the capital city of Telangana, GITAM’s Hyderabad campus is a thriving community of students. The campus has several skill development centers such as IBM, CISCO Networking Academy and more to develop your technical skills. Moreover, you can also engage in extracurricular activities by signing up for several clubs and student bodies. We also conduct several events and conferences to bring the right opportunities to our students.

GITAM has total of four campuses. The main campus and GIMSR campus are  located in Vishakhapatnam and the other two are located in Hyderabad and Bengaluru respectively.

Yes! GITAM offers several Ph. D. programs in the fields of Engineering, Science, Management, International Business, Pharmacy, Humanities, and Law. You can check out the list of courses offered under each section in the Research Programs sections of the Programs Offered page. 

We have about 5000+ Alumni members who have graduated from GITAM. The alumni association networks with GITAM alumni. Some of the prominent GITAM alumni are Gautami Tadimalla(Actress), Prof. B.Hari Prasad (IIM Indore), Mr. Sapthagiri Chapalapalli(Director, TCS, Frankfurt Germany), and many others.

GITAM has one of the best infrastructure facilities equipped to help students learn better. At GITAM, the curriculum is not only about instilling theoretical knowledge but also teaching you about its practical applications. The management conducts regular events to maintain an active social life for all students. Moreover, to support the quality claims, NAAC has accredited us with an A++ grade. So, yes! GITAM is a recognised university known for its high-quality education.

The dress code at GITAM is full-length casual attire; however, sleeveless tops or shirts are not encouraged. The dress code for lab sessions is formal such as a kurta for girls and collared shirts for boys.

GITAM isn’t too restrictive on dress code as long as it is appropriate for college.

The hostels are within the campus and include necessary amenities. We try to ensure that our food is made from good quality ingredients and work to offer a variety of cuisines while ensuring good nutrition.

Overall, the hostels are well maintained and offer almost everything one needs, including a gym.

Yes. A PhD from GITAM is valid. All the courses are UGC-recognised.

According to the NIRF 2022 rankings, GITAM ranked 92nd with an A++ grade accreditation by NAAC.

All Post Graduates and Undergraduate programmes are designed Semester wise not for Trimester wise, as per UGC & GITAM University Academic council guidelines changing from time to time and updating.

The college timings for GITAM are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Historically, each batch consists of students from around 20-22 states in India representing almost all geographic regions.

Yes. One can obtain an education loan from any of the public or private commercial banks for the Programme. GITAM assists with a recommendatory letter and the estimated cost of the Programme to obtain the loan. Students seeking admission at GITAM are favourably considered by a number of banks as the Programmes of GITAM are recognized by a joint committee of AICTE and UGC.

Yes. They may apply for the GAT or any of the other test scores and would have to pass through the same admission procedure. For NRI & Foreign Nationals the application fee will be US $30.

Online application submission facility in provided through our website.

Historically the average ratio of boys to girls has been 55:45 in UG and PG programmes.

For GITAMites to have the safest, most secure, and most comfortable stay on campus during their time here, the university has a few guidelines for the residents:

1. Anti-Ragging: Ragging is strictly prohibited. Suppose a Residence student is involved in any such activity, which causes inconvenience, or embarrassment or constitutes physical or mental violence towards other residents, they shall be dealt with severely as per UGC guidelines.
2. Personal information: The residents should furnish the permanent and temporary address, telephone, and mobile number of the parent/ guardian. Any information change mentioned above should be intimated to the student residence administration.
3. Room allocation and continuity in residence:
   1. Unauthorized changing of rooms is not allowed. As per the need, the administration reserves the right to shuffle their rooms whenever required. In this regard, objections are not entertained by the residents.
   2. Yearly/semester renewal in residence is based on the student's behaviour and academic performance. Suppose any student fails or is detained in any semester. In that case, they will not be permitted to stay in the Residence further.
   3. All the residents should hand over the room in person at the end of the semester/academic year to the Residence Manager.
   4. After completing the final semester, the student must vacate the Residence immediately before the last date as notified by the Residence Manager after clearing all Residence and dining bills, if any are pending.
   5. If a student is expected to continue in the Residence beyond the last date notified for some specific reason, they must obtain permission from the Residence manager.

Living arrangements:

1. Residents are not supposed to indulge in verbal or physical violence with their fellow residents or staff. They are required to maintain peace and decorum on the premises. Any resident who indulges in any activity that violates this will face disciplinary action and will be dealt with as per the state's laws.
2. Residents are not supposed to possess any objectionable or illegal items. The Residence Manager is at liberty to inspect the belongings, including the cupboards of the residents, in case of any doubt or suspicions, at any time, irrespective of whether the resident is available or not. Residents are liable to expulsion if any such objectionable items are found.
3. All residents should maintain their residences clean and cooperate with the staff. Residents are not permitted to make any loud noises. All students should switch off their lights and fans when leaving the room. Quiet time is to be observed from 10 Pm - 7 am, and any activity amounting to disturbance will not be permitted.
4. If any intentional indiscipline is observed, an appropriate fine will be imposed, or the student may be expelled from the residence.
5. Posters/ captions/. In that case, graffiti should not be written/pasted on the walls/doors apart from the space provided.
6. Residents are discouraged from staying in rooms, particularly during their college timings, except on genuine grounds with permission from the residence manager.
7. Residents must complete online shopping pick-ups between 6 am - 9 pm.
8. Residents are only permitted to entertain outside guests in their rooms with prior permission from the residence manager. If any outsider is found in residence without permission, a warning may be issued, or a monetary fine may be collected from all room residents.
9. Residents are requested to receive phone calls between 6 AM - 10 PM to avoid causing disturbance to roommates. Anyone wanting to take late-night calls should move to the designated student lounge within the residence.
10. Residents cannot use clothes iron or immersion heaters in their rooms. If any resident is found using the same, they are liable to pay a fine. Common facilities for ironing and hot water will be provided.
11. Celebrations are allowed only in designated student areas and at specified times to avoid inconveniencing other residents
12. Outdoor games and sports likely to cause damage to facilities indoors are not permitted.
13. Any type of personal/group celebrations must be restricted to designated areas with prior information and booking of venues. Care should be taken to ensure there is no disturbance caused to the residents.
14. Any use of vulgar/explicit/abusive language or gestures or displays will lead to an immediate issue of warning and/or expulsion from residence based on the severity of the violation under the authority of the Director of Student Life.
15. Cleanliness and hygiene:
    1. Residents are expected to take the food prepared in the dining halls' mess and no outside food is allowed inside the dining hall or student room to ensure hygiene maintenance.
    2. Outside food may only be consumed in a designated area in each student residence.
    3. No student should intentionally waste food material or damage the cutlery. Costs will be recovered from individuals found engaging in such activity.
    4. Any food items and utensils from the dining hall should not be taken outside.
    5. Any deviation will be considered seriously and punished suitably.
    6. Dining hall timings will not be extended.

Security

1. The Residence Manager and security personnel monitor security inside the residences and on campus.
2. Residents will be given ID cards which must be produced whenever required.
3. Gambling, smoking, consuming alcohol, using drugs and narcotics, and possessing such things are strictly prohibited. Anyone found in violation of this will be dealt with accordingly.
4. Residence authorities are not responsible for any loss of students' items. They should make sure to take care of their belongings. It is advised not to reveal ATM card PINs to anyone.
5. As a precautionary measure, residents are advised not to keep valuable things and cash in their rooms.
6. Residents are advised to deposit excess money in the bank.
7. All the students should pay their bills for the semester on or before the 05th of each month without fail. Rentals may change from time to time as decided by the management.
8. If students maintain their dues beyond one month, they will not be permitted to stay in residence.
9. Caution deposit is not adjustable to any monthly bill. This will be adjusted or refunded at the time of vacating the residence.
10. The infrastructure fee/GU management fund will not be adjusted or refunded once paid. Even if the student discontinues their studies or vacates the residence for any reason.
11. Given the geographical location of the campus and the safety thereof, students are not encouraged to leave the campus between 9:00 PM - 6:00 AM. Students, in any case, must return to the residence by 9 PM on weekdays and by 9.30 PM on weekends.
12. Attendance will be recorded by the residence managers between 9:30 PM and 10:30 PM every night. Each resident has to personally sign the attendance register/ biometric attendance record every day at the residence reception. After recording attendance, the student cannot leave the Residence Premises. Any violation will attract penal action.
13. Residents who wish to leave the station shall apply for leave and obtain permission in writing two days in advance by emailing studentlife_helpdesk@gitam.in
14. The helpdesk staff will verify the leave permission from your parents
15. They shall also intimate the address of their stay during this period and the date of return to the hostel.
16. Residents have to take separate permission from HODs for leave from academic sessions.
17. The student is permitted to go out of the station to participate in various competitions only after submitting an application with proof and the parent's consent to the Director and getting permission from the Director. The student has to intimate the residence manager and make an entry in the outstation register kept with them.
18. The student is permitted to go out of campus within the same city to participate in various competitions after submitting an application with proof and getting permission from the Director. The student has to intimate the residence manager and make an entry in the outstation register kept with them.

Medical emergencies:

1. If any student is seriously sick/hospitalised, the parent/guardian should attend immediately to care for the ward.
2. If there is a delay, the student may be taken to the GIMSR hospital. The student will bear all medical expenses.
3. No student can accompany any other resident to the hospital if they need medical assistance. The sick student will be accompanied by the concerned residence staff only.

Visiting hours:

Parents and local guardians may visit between 5-8 PM on weekdays and between 10 AM - 8 PM on weekends and public holidays by appointment only.

Penalty and dues:

The damage to the residential properties will be collected along with additional fines from the student concerned. If no specific student is identified, the same will be included in the general breakage/damage cost and collected from all residents of the particular block/floor as decided by the residence manager.

For more information, please visit our page: https://uat.gitam.edu/visakhapatnam/campus-life/residential-life

GITAM (Deemed to be University) is a safe space for all its students, and our staff goes out of their way to ensure it is kept safe. So yes, it's safe for its female students as well. Here are some key points that make GITAM a comfortable place for girls:

1. We ensure they feel comfortable and have a women empowerment cell where they can get help however required.
2. Regarding their mental health, YourDOST, a counselling platform, can be approached anytime.
3. We also ensure to provide some facilities to girls that can be considered essential, such as calling in a beautician at regular intervals.
4. The campus also follows stringent anti-ragging policies, ensuring no misbehaviour towards any student.
5. The campus has 24/7 security staff at various entry/exit points, ensuring rules are followed.

The hostels at GITAM remain open even during holidays to ensure that our students have a safe space to live in if a student cannot travel back home at any point. Our hostels are always ready to serve and cater to their requirements.

GITAM (Deemed to be University) is a safe space for all its students, and our staff goes out of their way to ensure it is kept safe. So yes, it's safe for its female students as well. Here are some key points that make GITAM a comfortable place for girls:

1. We ensure they feel comfortable and have a women empowerment cell where they can get help however required.
2. Regarding their mental health, YourDOST, a counselling platform, can be approached anytime.
3. We also ensure to provide some facilities to girls that can be considered essential, such as calling in a beautician at regular intervals.
4. The campus also follows stringent anti-ragging policies, ensuring no misbehaviour towards any student.
5. The campus has 24/7 security staff at various entry/exit points, ensuring rules are followed.

Yes, the hostels in GITAM have both AC and non-AC rooms. GITAM boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure across the three campuses, ensuring a comfortable student stay. The Visakhapatnam campus is close to the beach, so you can occasionally expect humid weather, but generally, it is pleasant. However, the buildings on the campus have good ventilation, ensuring that our students are comfortable.

At GITAM, we've tried to create a well-rounded experience for our students during their college years, particularly with the hostels, as they are a home away from home. The hostels are well-maintained and hygienic and are getting upgraded. We ensure that our students have a clean and healthy environment around them.

The atmosphere in the hostels is friendly and warm on the whole, and the children have a great time staying here. Hostel life for GITAMites is a lot of fun, with roommates and friends always around. All the innocent mischief, late-night walks, midnight snacks, and endless conversations are a few of the many incredible things that become part of the routine. GITAM (Deemed to be University) is a safe space for all its students, and our staff goes out of their way to ensure it is kept safe. So yes, it's safe for its female students as well.

Moreover, all courses at GITAM are approved by UGC & AICTE and other respective counsels for relevant courses/streams. You can refer to this link for further details - https://uat.gitam.edu/about/accrediation.

GITAM is one of the top colleges providing all facilities students need to succeed. You can also assess the placements based on how well they fulfil our students' needs according to their skill sets. Students who can crack the interviews of reputed MNCs usually bag a decent package.

The highest package witnessed was 32 LPA in 2022. We are a culture-driven institution and aim to give each student all the knowledge required to excel in their field. We also ensure to provide our students with all necessary resources, from books and infrastructure to well-trained and highly experienced faculty. Due to all that it offers and the constant transformation at GITAM, you could consider it one of the best colleges in the state.

GITAM is a multi-disciplinary institution, and has several programs with distinct fee structures. You can check out the fee structure for your desired program by visiting our Fee Structure page. Or contact us at +91 88808 84000 or email at registrar@gitam.edu to know more.

Merit scholarships: The scholarship offered through GBAT/ GAT / National / State Entrance Tests only applies for the First Year. The same scholarship will be continued in the subsequent years of study, subject to scoring a CGPA of 8.0 or above. The student will be eligible for the scholarship in the year in which he fulfills the scoring of the required CGPA in any particular year in their course of study.

Need-based scholarships: The courses offered across campuses will be divided into two tiers,

a) Tier A : Tuition Fee >= 2.00 LPA

b) Tier B : Tuition Fee < 2.00 LPA

To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be as given below

a) Tier A : Less than 12.00 LPA

b) Tier B : Less than 08.00 LPA

Employee children scholarships: The children of GITAM employees admitted in full-time courses who have secured 100% and 75% of scholarships are not eligible for employee's children scholarships.The children of GITAM employees admitted in full-time courses can avail 60%, 40%, 25%, and 15% of scholarships, not exceeding a total combined scholarship of 75%. The children of GITAM employees admitted are eligible for loyalty scholarships, and total scholarships should not exceed 75%.

Loyalty scholarships: The students admitted are further eligible for loyalty scholarships like alumni returning to higher education, alumni children, sibling scholarship, retired employee children scholarship, and spouse of GITAM employee.

The fee structure of the MBA courses specific to our campuses is given below:

University fee as per campus

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All students must appear for the GAT (GITAM Admission Test) exams conducted every year for entrance. It is a computer-based exam that you can take up from multiple centers across India. Based on your ranks, you will be awarded merit scholarships and receive relevant guidance to join the university. You can find the complete application process here. You can call us at +91 88808 84000 or email us at gat@gitam.edu to know any other details on the application process.

Yes! GITAM recognizes the scores of AP EAPCET and TS EAMCET for aspiring students. Your EAPCET scores help you in getting into the desired course and also gives you an edge over applicants.

Click here for the submission of the application

The application fee Rs.1200/- for the candidates who are applying through GAT test.

Merit scholarships: The scholarship offered through GBAT/ GAT / National / State Entrance Tests only applies for the First Year. The same scholarship will be continued in the subsequent years of study, subject to scoring a CGPA of 8.0 or above. The student will be eligible for the scholarship in the year in which he fulfills the scoring of the required CGPA in any particular year in their course of study.

Need-based scholarships: The courses offered across campuses will be divided into two tiers,
a) Tier A : Tuition Fee >= 2.00 LPA
b) Tier B : Tuition Fee < 2.00 LPA
To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be as given below

a) Tier A : Less than 12.00 LPA
b) Tier B : Less than 08.00 LPA
 
Employee children scholarships: The children of GITAM employees admitted in full-time courses who have secured 100% and 75% of scholarships are not eligible for employee's children scholarships.The children of GITAM employees admitted in full-time courses can avail 60%, 40%, 25%, and 15% of scholarships, not exceeding a total combined scholarship of 75%. The children of GITAM employees admitted are eligible for loyalty scholarships, and total scholarships should not exceed 75%.

Loyalty scholarships: The students admitted are further eligible for loyalty scholarships like alumni returning to higher education, alumni children, sibling scholarship, retired employee children scholarship, and spouse of GITAM employee.

GITAM is one of the top colleges providing all facilities students need to succeed. You can also assess the placements based on how well they fulfil our students' needs according to their skill sets. Students who can crack the interviews of reputed MNCs usually bag a decent package.

The highest package witnessed was 32 LPA in 2022. We are a culture-driven institution and aim to give each student all the knowledge required to excel in their field. We also ensure to provide our students with all necessary resources, from books and infrastructure to well-trained and highly experienced faculty. Due to all that it offers and the constant transformation at GITAM, you could consider it one of the best colleges in the state.

Any student who attains the qualifying mark in the GAT exam can apply for a seat at GITAM. However, being proactive throughout the admission process is essential, as the reservation of seats is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

GITAM is a multi-disciplinary institution, and has several programs with distinct fee structures. You can check out the fee structure for your desired program by visiting our Fee Structure page. Or contact us at  +91 88808 84000 or email at registrar@gitam.edu to know more.