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Chennai Institute of Technology

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Chennai Institute of Technology
MottoTransforming Lives, Empowering Futures
TypePrivate autonomous engineering college
Established2010[1]
AffiliationAnna University, Chennai[2]
ChairmanShri P. Sriram[3]
PrincipalDr A. Ramesh[3]
Students2,500 (approx.)[1]
Undergraduates1,500 (approx.)[1]
Postgraduates54 (approx.)[1]
Location
Kundrathur, Chennai
,
Tamil Nadu
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India
CampusSuburban, 40 acre[4]
ColorsWhite and blue[5]
Websitehttps://www.citchennai.edu.in

Chennai Institute of Technology (CIT) is a private autonomous engineering college located in Kundrathur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Established in 2010 by the Parthasarathy Seeniammal Educational Trust, CIT is affiliated with Anna University and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).[1]

History

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CIT was founded in 2010 with the objective of delivering quality engineering education combined with significant industry exposure.[1] In its early years, the institute began with four undergraduate engineering programs—Civil, Mechanical, Electronics & Communication, and Computer Science & Engineering—with an initial intake of 240 students. By 2015, CIT expanded to include Electrical & Electronics, Information Technology, and Mechatronics Engineering.[6]

In 2018, CIT was granted autonomous status by Anna University, allowing the institute to adopt a credit-based curriculum focusing on industry-aligned training and research.[7] Beginning in 2020, CIT placed special emphasis on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, partnering with industry experts to establish dedicated centers of excellence.[8]

Campus

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The CIT campus is situated in Kundrathur, on the outskirts of Chennai, spanning approximately 40 acres.[4] Facilities include:

  • **Academic blocks** with modern lecture halls and department-specific laboratories for core and specialized disciplines
  • **Central library** housing over 50,000 volumes, subscriptions to national and international journals, and a digital repository
  • **Departmental mini-libraries** for specialized reference
  • **Hostels and residential facilities**: Separate hostels for male (capacity 1,500) and female (capacity 1,000) students, each featuring dining halls, recreation areas, and 24×7 security
  • **Sports complex** with a football ground, cricket pitch, athletic track, indoor badminton and basketball courts, and a multi-station gymnasium
  • **Centres of Excellence** in collaboration with industry partners (e.g., TCS, Bosch) focusing on AI, VLSI design, renewable energy, and robotics
  • **Student Activity Centre** for cultural events, technical club meetings, and seminars
  • **Medical and dining** facilities including a central canteen, separate messes, and an on-campus health centre with qualified medical staff and ambulance service
  • **Transportation**: A fleet of 40 buses connecting major city locations (Tambaram, T. Nagar, Guindy) to the campus[9]

Academics

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CIT follows a credit-based, semester system in line with UGC guidelines. All programs are AICTE-approved and affiliated to Anna University.

Undergraduate Programs

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CIT offers Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) and Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) degrees in the following disciplines:[10]

  • B.E. in Mechanical Engineering
  • B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering
  • B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • B.E. in Mechatronics Engineering
  • B.E. in Civil Engineering
  • B.E. in Biomedical Engineering
  • B.Tech. in Information Technology
  • B.Tech. in Computer Science and Business Systems
  • B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering (specialization: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)
  • B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering (specialization: Cyber Security)

All undergraduate programs run for four years (eight semesters) and include a mandatory industry internship during the 6th or 7th semester, a mini-project in the 5th semester, and a major design project in the final semester.

Postgraduate Programs

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The institute offers Master of Engineering (M.E.) programs (two-year duration) in:[11]

  • M.E. in Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM)
  • M.E. in Computer Science and Engineering
  • M.E. in Applied Electronics

In addition, CIT offers Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Computer Applications (MCA) programs, each spanning two years. Admission to M.E./M.Tech, MBA, and MCA programs is based on performance in the Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test (TANCET).[12]

Doctoral Programs

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CIT is recognized by Anna University as a research centre for Ph.D. programs in:[13]

  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Management Studies

Ph.D. candidates complete coursework, research methodology training, and a thesis/dissertation, typically over three to five years.

Rankings

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CIT has been ranked by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF):

  • **101–150** band among engineering institutions in India (2024).[14]
  • **151–200** band overall (all categories) in 2024.[15]

Placements

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CIT’s Training and Placement Cell coordinates campus recruitments and internships. Key highlights from the 2023–24 batch:

  • A student secured a **Super Dream Internship** at Amazon with a stipend of ₹ 1.45 lakh per month and a confirmed full-time offer of ₹ 47 LPA upon completion.[16]
  • Two students obtained **Software Development Internships** at Amazon with stipends of ₹ 1.10 lakh per month.[17]
  • **78 students placed** at L&T Technology Solutions during a single drive.[18]
  • Graduates have received offers from companies such as Microsoft, TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Zoho, Bosch, and Qualcomm.[19]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f "About Chennai Institute of Technology". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  2. ^ "Affiliated Colleges – Anna University". Anna University. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  3. ^ a b "Administration – CIT". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  4. ^ a b "CIT Campus Overview". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  5. ^ "CIT Branding". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  6. ^ "CIT Milestones". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  7. ^ "Autonomous Status Granted". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  8. ^ Deiva Sundari, P. (15 November 2023). "Engineering colleges embrace AI". The Times of India – Chennai. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  9. ^ "CIT Transport". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  10. ^ "Academic Programs – CIT". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  11. ^ "Postgraduate Programs – CIT". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  12. ^ "TANCET 2024 Brochure". Anna University. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  13. ^ "CIT Research Centres". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  14. ^ "India Rankings 2024: Engineering (Rank-band: 101–150)". National Institutional Ranking Framework. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  15. ^ "India Rankings 2024: Overall (Rank-band: 151–200)". National Institutional Ranking Framework. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  16. ^ "CIT Students Secure Super Dream Internship". LinkedIn. 15 December 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  17. ^ "Amazon Internship Stipends at CIT". LinkedIn. 15 December 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  18. ^ "78 Students Placed at L&T Technology Solutions". Instagram. 15 November 2024. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
  19. ^ "CIT Placement Report 2024". Chennai Institute of Technology. Retrieved 31 May 2025.
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