Master of Science [M.Sc]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT University) for the Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] in Biotechnology are structured based on categories determined by a candidate’s rank in the VITEEE entrance exam. Tuition fees vary across categories, ranging from Rs. 1,76,000 for category 1 to Rs. 5,95,000 for category 5 annually. Additional charges include a registration and counseling fee of approximately Rs. 2,000. Hostel fees vary based on room selection and range from Rs.
10,000 for NRIs to around Rs. 2,50,000, inclusive of mess charges. Scholarships are available for students who rank highly in the VITEEE exam, with full or partial tuition waivers for top performers. Financial aid under the STARS scholarship is also offered to meritorious local students from financially underprivileged backgrounds. Other charges may include an admission/application fee of approximately Rs. 1,250 for VITEEE registration. No donations are required.
About Master of Science [M.Sc]
M.Sc at VIT Vellore is a 2-year Full Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 8 specializations. The most popular specializations include Data Science, Biotechnology, Applied Microbiology.
The total M.Sc Fees at VIT Vellore for 2026 - 2027 academic year is ₹ 1.52 Lakhs - 2.22 Lakhs. This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 1.5 Lakhs - 2.2 Lakhs.
To be eligible for the VIT Vellore M.Sc program, candidates must have passed Graduation+60% (or equivalent).
Read the section below for further details on VIT Vellore M.Sc admission 2025, fees, hostel fees, cutoff, placement, rankings and more.