Vivekananda Global University - [VGU]

Vivekananda Global University (VGU) is a private state university established in 2012 by an Act of the Rajasthan State Legislature. It continues the legacy of the Vivekananda Institute of Technology, which was founded in 1998. The university is located at Sector 36, NRI Road, Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan, and is named after Swami Vivekananda. VGU holds a NAAC A+ accreditation and is recognised by the UGC.

The university operates multiple schools covering Engineering & Technology, Pharmacy, Sciences, Computer Applications, Management, Education, Law, Architecture, Commerce, Mass Communication, and Liberal Arts. VGU has international collaborations with over 10 universities in the US and UK, and its engineering programmes include embedded certifications from global organisations like IBM, AWS, Red Hat, and EXIN.

VGU Top Courses & Fees

VGU offers over 100 programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma levels. Below are the main courses with their fee structures and eligibility requirements.

Program / Specialization	Duration	Annual / First Year Fee	Minimum Eligibility Criteria
B.Tech (CSE, AI & ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, etc.)	4 Years	₹1,50,000 – ₹2,25,000	10+2 with Physics & Math, min 50% aggregate

BBA (General / Hons.)	3–4 Years	₹2,25,000 (1st year)	10+2 in any stream
BCA	3–4 Years	₹1,30,000 (1st year)	10+2 in any stream
B.Com	4 Years	₹85,000 – ₹1,15,000 (1st year)	10+2 (Commerce preferred)
B.Arch	5 Years	₹1,60,000 (1st year)	10+2 with PCM
B.Pharma	4 Years	₹1,30,000 – ₹1,50,000 (1st year)	10+2 with PCB or PCM
BA LLB / BBA LLB	5 Years	₹1,35,000 (1st year)	10+2 in any stream
MBA (General)	2 Years	₹2,50,000	Graduation with min 50% aggregate
MBA (with Foreign Trip & Internship)	2 Years	₹5,00,000	Graduation with min 50% aggregate
MCA (Cloud Computing & Information	2 Years	₹1,30,000	Graduation with min 50% aggregate

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M.Tech	2 Years	₹1,05,000	Relevant B.Tech with min 50% aggregate
MA / MJMC	2 Years	₹60,000 – ₹1,10,000	Graduation in any stream
Ph.D	3–5 Years	Varies	Master's degree with min 55% aggregate

Scholarships

VGU offers merit-based and special category scholarships. Scholarships are applicable only on academic fees and only one category can be availed at a time. They are valid for the full course duration, subject to maintaining a minimum 6 SGPA and meeting attendance requirements .

Scholarship Name	Eligible Programs / Target Group	Eligibility Criteria	Scholarship Amount / Benefit
Merit-Based Scholarship	Incoming UG and PG students	Qualifying exam marks:   90% and above (10+2 for UG, graduation for	10% to 15% tuition fee waiver

VGU Alumni & Student Scholarship	VGU graduates or current students	Currently enrolled students or alumni pursuing further education	20% tuition fee waiver
VGU Employee Scholarship	University employees	Employees of VGU, VIT, VTS, or SKIP who have completed 2 years of continuous service	20% tuition fee waiver
Co-Curricular Excellence Scholarship	Sports, Arts, and Service Achievers	Achievements at District/Federation, State, Zonal (CBSE), or National Federation level	5% to 15% tuition fee waiver (based on level)
VGUCET Scholarship	VGUCET applicants	VGUCET score brackets:   50%–59% → 15%   60%–69% → 20%   70%–79% → 25%   80%–89% → Higher percentages	Up to 25% or more tuition fee waiver

Shakti Scholarship	Female candidates	Class 12 marks tiers: 75% and below, 75%– 85%, 85%–95%, 95% and above	25% to 30% tuition fee waiver
Board Topper Scholarship	State board rank holders	1st to 10th rank holders in Rajasthan or other state boards	100% tuition fee waiver
Single Girl Child Scholarship	Single female child	Applicants who are the only daughter of their parents	25% fee concession
Defence Family Scholarship	Defence personnel dependents	Wards or spouses of active service personnel or ex-servicemen (up to 35% for war widows)	25% to 35% fee concession
Sports Excellence Scholarship	Sportspersons	National-level sportspersons or state-level achievers	Up to 50% for national level; 25% for state level
EWS Scholarship	Economically Weaker Section	Family income under ₹5 Lakh per year (limited to 250 seats)	50% fee concession
On-Spot Admission Scholarship	New applicants	Assessment performance during the interview round	Up to 30% tuition fee waiver

Placements

Placement data at VGU varies across sources. Official university claims present strong outcomes, while some student reviews report different experiences.

Highest Package: ₹44 LPA international and ₹42 LPA domestic according to the Mega Job Fair 2026 . One student review reported ₹36 LPA for 2025.

 

Average Package: ₹5.5 LPA at the Mega Job Fair 2026 , while another source cites ₹6.7 LPA as the university-wide average . Student reviews mention averages ranging from ₹4 LPA to ₹7 LPA.

 

Placement Rate: Official figures report 80% overall placement, with over 1,642 candidates selected at the Mega Job Fair 2026 . Over 368 companies participated in 2026 placements .

 

Companies/Recruiters: KPMG, Infosys, HCL, TCS, Wipro, Amazon, Flipkart, Genpact, Axis Bank, Nestle, Paytm, Microsoft, Google, Deloitte, IBM, Ernst & Young (EY), JCB, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Sun Pharma, Apollo Pharmacy .

 

Admission

Entrance Exams: VGU admits students primarily through VGUCET (Vivekananda Global University Common Entrance Test) or merit based on qualifying exam marks. National exam scores accepted include JEE Main for B.Tech, CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT for MBA, NATA for B.Arch, CUET UG/PG for various courses, and GATE for M.Tech (though direct M.Tech admission without GATE is available). PhD admission is through VGU PhD entrance .

 

Application Process:

• Visit the official admission portal at vgu.ac.in/admission or forms.vgu.ac.in
• Register with basic details to initiate the admission process
• Pay the application fee of ₹900 to complete registration
• Appear for the assessment round (VGUCET) to qualify for scholarships
• Receive offer letter after result declaration
• Secure your seat by submitting the provisional admission fee

Important Dates: VGUCET Phase I result was declared on 11 May 2026. Reporting and joining date is 24 July 2026. Academic session begins 1 August 2026 .

Reservations: SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwBD 5% horizontal .

 

FAQs

1- Where is VGU Jaipur located?

The campus is at Sector 36, NRI Road, Jagatpura, Jaipur, Rajasthan 303012. It is well connected to the city and offers a peaceful learning environment.

2- Is VGU a recognised university?

Yes. VGU was established in 2012 by an Act of the Rajasthan State Legislature and is recognised by the UGC. It holds NAAC A+ accreditation.

3- What is student life like at VGU?

Campus life includes regular events, fests, and student clubs. Hostel life is described as community-focused with 24x7 Wi-Fi, laundry, gym access, and dining spaces. The cafeteria serves as a social hub, and hostel nights like Dastaan bring students together through music and performances . Students come from across India and more than 16 countries, creating a diverse environment .