Courses Offered at RIT Chennai

12 undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programmes, plus Ph.D. research across Engineering, Technology, Science and Humanities. NAAC A++ accredited, autonomous, industry-aligned.

RIT Chennai offers 12 full-time engineering programmes across Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical, Biotechnology and emerging specializations such as AI & Machine Learning, Cyber Security and VLSI Design and Technology. Every course is delivered through RIT's autonomous curriculum, refreshed each year by our own academic council to track industry needs rather than a fixed university syllabus. RIT holds NAAC A++ accreditation and NBA-accredited programmes, along with recognitions from the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC), EC-Council, IEEE, ARIIA, AICTE, QS I-Gauge Diamond and the National Quantum Mission. Backed by this and placement support from 450+ recruiting partners, you can pick the course that fits your interest and start building toward the career you want from day one. Ph.D. programmes are also offered across Engineering, Technology, Science and Humanities disciplines for candidates pursuing doctoral research.

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B.E. Computer Science & Engineering

NBA accredited (2025-28). Strong fundamentals in programming, data structures and systems design for careers across product and core tech roles.

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B.E. Computer & Communication Engineering

A blended computing and networking curriculum: the breadth of computer science with a deeper focus on communication systems and protocols.

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B.E. Computer Science & Engineering (AI & ML)

Built for students targeting AI and Machine Learning careers, with hands-on access to RIT's dedicated AI and Data Science Future Tech Centers.

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B.E. Electronics & Communication Engineering

NBA accredited (2024). Communication systems, embedded design and signal processing for core electronics and telecom careers.

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B.E. Mechanical Engineering

NBA accredited (2025). Design, manufacturing and thermal systems, with access to RIT's Advanced Manufacturing Future Tech Center.

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B.E. Computer Science & Engineering (Cyber Security)

One of RIT's newer specializations, built around growing industry demand for cyber security talent, with lab access via the Cybersecurity Future Tech Center.

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B.E. Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design & Tech.)

A chip-design focused electronics programme for students aiming at semiconductor and VLSI careers.

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B.Tech. Artificial Intelligence & Data Science

A dedicated AI and Data Science degree to specialize from year one, aligned with RIT's Data Science and AI Future Tech Centers.

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B.Tech. Computer Science and Business Systems

Combines core computer science with business and management fundamentals, for tech-business hybrid roles like product management and IT consulting.

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B.Tech. Bio Technology

Biosciences, bioprocessing and biomedical applications, for students pursuing R&D, healthcare or biotech-industry careers.

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M.E. ECE (VLSI Design)

A postgraduate specialization in VLSI Design for B.E./B.Tech ECE and related graduates aiming at semiconductor design careers.

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M.Tech. Data Sciences

A postgraduate Data Science programme for graduates in computing or related fields who want advanced, specialized training in data science and analytics.

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PH.D. Ph.D. Programmes are offered across all Engineering, Technology, Science & Humanities disciplines.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology established?

Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology was established in 2008 and is part of Rajalakshmi Institutions, Chennai.

Is Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology autonomous?

Yes. Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (RIT), Chennai is an autonomous engineering college affiliated to Anna University, Chennai and approved by AICTE, New Delhi.

What is the NAAC grade of RIT Chennai?

RIT Chennai is accredited by NAAC with the A++ grade, and several of its programmes are accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

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