# Sai Vidya Institute of Technology

Sai Vidya Institute of Technology (SVIT) is an engineering college located in North Bengaluru at Yelhanka, Bangalore, India. It was ranked 35th in the Top 100 T-Schools (private) and 53rd in Top 100 T-Schools (overall) in the All India T Schools Survey conducted by Data Quest Magazine. Among colleges in Karnataka it was 7th and 9th respectively in the ranking lists. Established in 2008, SVIT offers six undergraduate courses and one post-graduate course and is affiliated to the Visvesvaraya Technological University. The institution is accredited by AICTE, NBA (New Delhi) and recognized by the government of Karnataka.

## History

SVIT was founded in 2008 by Sri Sai Vidya Vikas Shikshana Samithi, a trust consisting of highly experienced professors who were previously with reputed institutions such as RVCE, UVCE, BIT and RNSIT.
Prof. M R Holla, a recipient of the Karnataka Rajyotsava award and former principal of RVCE and director of RNSIT, is the director of the college. Dr. M S Ganesha Prasad is the principal.
The Board of Trustees also consists of well-renowned professors like Dr. Y Jayasimha, Prof. R C Shanmukha Swamy and Dr. A M Padma Reddy. It includes R Srinivas Raju, a practicing civil engineer; M K Manohar, a renowned chartered accountant; and Narayana Raju, an administrator at RVCE and RNSIT.

## Campus

SVIT is spread over 12 acres Rajanukunte, Bangalore. The nearest commuter railway station is Rajanukunte. The college is less than 10 km (6.2 mi) away from Yelahanka NES junction and at a distance of 25 km (16 mi) from Kempegowda International Airport. BMS Institute of Technology is 5 km (3.1 mi) away from the college.
The institution has two separate hostels for boys and girls to cater to the needs of the students from other parts of the country. Each hostel has its own kitchen and dining areas and is supported by a team of experienced cooks.

## Courses offered
### Undergraduate courses

SVIT offers Bachelor of Engineering (BE) at the undergraduate level. The course spans over four years and is offered in six branches. The course structure is based on the guidelines framed by VTU.
Undergraduate BE courses offered:
* Computer Science and Engineering
* CSE Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
* CSE Data Science
* Information Science and Engineering
* Electronics and Communication Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
* Civil Engineering

### Post-graduate course

SVIT offers post-graduate course:
* Master of Business Administration (MBA)

## Placements

In 2016, SVIT placed 98% of all eligible students. The college has industry collaborations and placed its students in companies including several top recruiters such as HCL, Tech Mahindra, HP, IBM, iGATE, CGI Group, OnMobile, Siemens, Syntel, Wipro, Indian Air Force, TCS, Cognizant, Mphasis, NTT DATA, EMC Corporation, Mindtree, Amazon, Microland, Raymond Group etc.

## Rankings
### Rankings

SVIT has bagged 3rd rank in Bengaluru TOP 100 T-Schools(Private), 6th Rank in Karnataka and 31st rank in top 100 T-Schools (Overall) in the All India T-Schools Survey conducted by Data Quest Magazine.
In Karnataka state, SVIT stands in 7th Rank & 9th Rank respectively in the ranking list.

## Student activities
### "Sanchalana" cultural festival

The institution hosts its cultural fest under the "Sanchalana" banner. The eminent personality Ramesh Bhat had graced the events. It is hosted by Cultural Activities Team (CAT). CAT is headed by the principal, aided by the heads of departments, Cultural Activity Committee, CAT Secretaries, the student office bearers of the club.

### Tech Vidya

The institution hosts its state level tech fest every year.

### National Cadet Corps

The Army NCC wing of SVIT holds the 3/1 COY banner under the 1 Karnataka Signal Regiment NCC under Bangalore 'A' group of the Karnataka and Goa Directorate. Driven by the motto, "Unity & Discipline", the cadets are constantly training themselves to serve the nation by attending camps and conducting training in the institution.
Students can enroll in NCC after taking admission into the college in their first semester of engineering. The cadets embark on a journey to imbibe the qualities of brotherhood, integrity and decision making and to impart leadership qualities in all walks of life. Cadets also attend national camps and gain incredible experiences.

### National Service Scheme

The National Service Scheme of India (NSS) has a unit in the college. The NSS unit of the college has 100 student members and approved by VTU. The unit is headed by Dr. Harish H T, Chief Librarian & NSS Program Officer.
The students organize blood donation camps regularly. NSS volunteers participates in all the awareness programs conducted by PHC of Rajanukunte. NSS unit regularly organizes SWATCH CAMPUS program very often.

### Professional Body Student Chapters

The college has one Professional body student chapter actively working to create platforms for students to learn beyond books.
Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Computer Society of India (CSI) Institute of Indian Foundry Men Indian Society for Heating Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers (ISHRAE) IEEE Photonics Society IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology (IEEE EMBS) IEEE Power and Energy Systems Society Association of Consulting Civil Engineers (India)(ACCE) •

## Notable alumni

* Sanjana Anand, Kannada film actress