Is Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai a private or government institute?

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The Vellore Institute of Technology is a private institution located in Chennai. Originally founded in 1984 as Vellore Engineering College, it now functions as a private research-deemed university after being awarded university status in 2001. The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recognised th

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2 years ago

Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, is a private institute. Established in 1984 as Vellore Engineering College, it was granted university status in 2001 and operates as a private research deemed university. The institution is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited

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Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai, is a private deemed-to-be university established in 1984 as Vellore Engineering College by G. Viswanathan. In 2001, it was granted university status by the Union Ministry of Human Resources Development. Furthermore, VIT has been recognized by the Gover

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