
Institute Distinctiveness – Best Practices
At VIT Pune, education is envisioned as a transformative process that nurtures Knowledge, Skills, and Values. Our Institutional Distinctiveness lies in creating a learning ecosystem where academic rigor is seamlessly integrated with innovation, ethics, research, and holistic development.
Through award-winning best practices, VIT ensures that students are prepared not only for professional success but also for meaningful contributions to society.
VIT Education: Knowledge, Skills, and Values
VIT’s pedagogy is designed to develop well-rounded professionals with strong academic foundations, employable skills, and ethical values.
This blend ensures that students graduate as professionals with character, competence, and compassion.
Continuous Engagement
Learning at VIT is dynamic, interactive, and lifelong. Students are continuously engaged through academic and co-curricular platforms that extend beyond classroom teaching.
Teaching learning is completely personalised

Engagement for every course apart
from lectures, tutorials & labs

This culture of engagement develops confidence, adaptability, and leadership qualities, equipping students for global challenges
360° Assessment and Exam Reforms
VIT has pioneered innovative reforms in student evaluation by introducing a Skill-Based and 360° Assessment System.

1.Theory Exam
2.Compressive Viva Voce
3.Course Projects
4.Case Study / Blogs / Surveys
5.GD / Presentation
Skill Grade Sheet
In addition to academic grade sheets, students receive a Skill Grade Sheet reflecting competencies such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, creativity, and leadership.
360° Assessment Framework
A 360° personalized assessment framework evaluates students holistically, beyond traditional theory exams.
Industry-Ready Evaluation
These reforms bridge the gap between academics and industry, preparing students for real-world employability.
Grades for project are based on Quality of Publication and Patent along with demo and Viva
Experiential Learning: PBL & PCL
VIT has institutionalized Project-Based Learning (PBL) and Project-Centric Learning (PCL) to promote hands-on education.
Project Based Learning

Project Centric Learning

What students do?
- Each student undertakes a project for every course, enabling them to apply classroom learning to real-world scenarios.
- Each student completes a semester-long project in every semester, focusing on Engineering Design and Innovation (EDI).
- Students develop prototypes, file patents, and present innovations, often solving industry and societal challenges.
Key Features
50% credits earned through Projects/Practical Learning
Course Project for every Course
Each Sem has Sem long Project
Industry Sponsored & Socially Relevant Projects
Sem long to one-year full time Industry Internship
Research Internship, International Internship
Research Extension Activities & Community services
Well defined Research Policies, Activities and Funding
IPR Cells, Innovation cell and Start-up Cell
Seed money for Research Projects
Funding for Patent filing and Paper publications
This experiential approach ensures learning by doing, fostering innovation, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial mindsets.

Career Counselling and Guidance
A dedicated Student Career Counselling & Guidance Cell empowers students to make informed career choices.

This structured system enhances employability, entrepreneurship readiness, and lifelong career growth.
Research, Innovation & Extension
VIT fosters a vibrant ecosystem that integrates research, innovation, and community
service.

Centers of Excellence in cutting-edge domains such as IoT, Computer Vision,
Human-Computer Interaction, and Industrial Automation.

A strong Research Forum organizing conferences, FDPs, STTPs, and training
sessions.

Integration of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), Intellectual Property Rights
(IPR), and incubation support for startups.

Extension initiatives that deliver technology-driven solutions to real-world societal challenges.
12 Center of Excellence
worth – 2.02 Cr
18 Industry Sponsored Labs
worth – 2.14 Cr
9 Research labs open for
24×7
Research Grant received for
19 Projects worth – 4.76 Cr
Research Outcomes from UG students
152
203
98
(Last 5 Years)
(Last 5 Years)
1053
1023
121
This ecosystem encourages students to create, innovate, and serve society responsibly.
Joyful Learning Culture
At VIT, education is designed to be engaging, inspiring, and enjoyable.
Vibrant Campus Life
Student-driven clubs, sports, cultural festivals, and innovation challenges create a
vibrant learning environment.
Student Well-being
Focus on stress management, health awareness, and emotional intelligence
ensures student well-being.
Balanced Culture
A campus culture that balances academics with creativity and innovation, making
learning truly joyful.
Our Distinctiveness
The distinctiveness of VIT Pune lies in its career-oriented, value-based, and skill-driven education model.