Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology & Research

Vignan's Foundation for Science And Technology of Research

Former names	Vignan's Engineering College (1997–2008)
Motto	Building Skill India
Type	Engineering College
Established	1997
Chairman	Lavu Rathaiah
Vice-Chancellor	P.Nagabushan
Vice Chairman	Lavu Sri Krishna Devarayalu
Students	10000+
Undergraduates	7000+
Postgraduates	1500+
Doctoral students	500+
Location	Vadlamudi, Guntur district , Andhra Pradesh , India
Campus	Suburban, 42 acres (17 ha)
Colours	Chartreuse green
Nickname	VFSTR University / VU / VIGNAN / vignan lara
Affiliations	UGC
Mascot	Vignanite
Website	http://www.vignan.ac.in

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology & Research (VFSTR), is a deemed university located in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh, India. Situated in Vadlamudi, it lies southeast of Guntur City and northeast of Tenali. VFSTR aims to be a center of excellence in science and technology through innovative and creative educational practices. It is dedicated to academic achievement and research excellence, producing world-class professionals who are also imbued with strong ethical values and social consciousness. This university offers a wide range of academic programs and actively promotes student engagement in research, employability, and entrepreneurship to contribute to the economic and technological development of the region and the nation.

Campus

A Vignan University building

The campus is about 15 km from Guntur City and 11 km from Tenali city. The main entrance is on the Guntur-Tenali Highway. Straight inside is the Administrative Block (A-Block). Vignan NTR Library is 10 meters from the main entrance. There is another entrance on the Tenali-Guntur Highway: Lara Entrance.

Academics

Vignan's University has organized its courses into seven schools, each focusing on distinct areas of academia and industry relevance. The university encompasses a diverse range of departments across these schools, offering specialized programs tailored to the emerging needs of technology and sciences.

1. School of Core Engineering: Focuses on traditional and foundational engineering disciplines critical to industry and technology advancements.
   • Departments: Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum, Automobile Engineering, Textile Technology.
2. School of Electrical, Electronic and Communication Engineering: Dedicated to the fields of electrical and electronics engineering, merging fundamentals with modern technological advancements.
   • Departments: Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Biomedical Engineering.
3. School of Computing and Informatics: Emphasizes on computing disciplines, preparing students for the fast-evolving IT and software industry.
   • Departments: Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Advanced Computer Science and Engineering (ACSE), Information Technology (IT).
4. School of Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical Sciences: Integrates biotechnology and pharmaceutical sciences, focusing on innovative health solutions.
   • Departments: Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bioinformatics.
5. School of Law & Management: Combines legal studies and management, equipping students for leadership roles in business and law.
   • Departments: Management Studies, Law.
6. School of Agriculture, Food Science & Technology: Addresses the growing fields of agriculture and food technology, promoting sustainable and innovative agricultural practices.
   • Departments: Agriculture Engineering, Agricultural Sciences, Food Technology.
7. School of Applied Sciences & Humanities: Bridges the gap between pure sciences, humanities, and their practical applications in various professional fields.
   • Department: Science and Humanities.

R22 Regulation

Vignan's Foundation for Science, Technology & Research (VFSTR) has established a comprehensive set of academic regulations under the R22 framework, aligned with the National Education Policy 2020. These regulations aim to revolutionize the B.Tech program by emphasizing continuous learning and assessment over traditional high-stakes exams. The R22 regulations introduce a flexible, multidisciplinary approach to education, offering students various exit and entry options throughout their education journey, such as lateral entries, dual degrees, and honorable exit options. The framework fosters a holistic educational experience by integrating a broad curriculum that spans engineering, sciences, and humanities with a strong focus on industry interaction and practical skills. Key features include binary graded courses on life skills and physical fitness, a choice-based credit system allowing students to tailor their educational paths, and comprehensive assessment strategies that prioritize continuous feedback over periodic testing. These initiatives aim to cultivate critical thinking, innovation, and practical problem-solving skills among students, preparing them for successful careers and meaningful societal contributions.

Courses offered

• UG Courses (B. Tech)

1. Agriculture Engineering
2. Biotechnology
3. Bioinformatics
4. Biomedical Engineering
5. Civil Engineering
6. Chemical Engineering
7. CSE
8. CSE -IOT
9. CSE-CS
10. CSE-AIML
11. CSE-CSBS
12. CSE-Data Science
13. Food Technology
14. Electrical & Electronics Engineering
15. Information Technology
16. Electronics & Communication Engineering
17. Electronics & Communication Engineering- VLSI
18. Mechanical Engineering
19. Robotics & Automation
20. Textile Technology

• PG Courses (M. Tech)

1. Embedded Systems
2. VLSI Design
3. CSE
4. Power Electronics & drives
5. Food Processing Technology
6. Machine Design
7. Structural Engineering
8. Biotechnology
9. Farm Machinery
10. IoT ( Internet of Things )

• Professional PG Programmes

1. Master of Business Administration
2. Master of Computer Applications
3. Master of Arts (English)
4. Master of Science (Chemistry, Organic Chemistry)

• Diploma

1. CSE
2. ECE

• PG Diploma

1. Biotechnology

• Other UG Courses

1. B.Pharmacy
2. Bachelor of Business Administration
3. Bachelor of Computer Application
4. B.Sc(Hons)Agriculture
5. B.A + LLB (Honors)
6. BBA + LLB (Honors)

Rankings

University and college rankings
Engineering – India
NIRF (2022)	95

The National Institutional Ranking Framework ranked it 95 among engineering colleges in 2022.

Student life

Mahotsav is an annual youth festival of Vignan University. Vastrotsav is an annual fashion show at the university organised by the department of textile & fashion technology.

The university, Vignan's Lara Institute of Technology, and Vignan Pharmacy College jointly host an event in which students from Engineering, M.B.A, M.C.A and Pharmacy disciplines are expected to participate.

Vignan University students run a magazine called VOICE, where technical, literal, cultural matters, along with university news, are discussed.

Several departments organize department festivals. Among those, MEA Fest (Mechanical Engineers Association) is organised by students of the Mechanical Department. ASSET (Association of Skillful and Sophisticated Electrical Technocrats) of Vignan is organised by EEE students. VCODE is organised by CSE students. The ECE students' departmental event is VOICE. IT students' departmental event is VLOGIC. RACE (Royal Association of Civil Engineering) is organised by students of civil engineering.

Vignan University has a Student Activities Council (SAC), which is an elected student body. All events conducted in the campus and all student activities on campus are done by the students of this body.