Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), established in the year 1985, the institution offers a wide spectrum of Undergraduate Programmes, Post Graduate Programmes, Diploma Programmes, Research and Doctoral Programmes in diverse fields of Engineering, Technology, Management, Architecture, Liberal Arts, Applied Sciences, Design, Allied Health Sciences and Law.  The students’ community comprises students from several countries across the globe and it includes, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Indonesia, Kenya, Korea,Liberia, Libya, Mauritius, Nigeria, Oman, Rwanda, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea,Sudan, U.A.E, Thailand, Vietnam, Tanzania, USA, etc. HITS has more than 25,000 Alumniwith 5 international alumni chapters across the globe.

HITS  has the distinction of being accredited with an “A” Grade by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC), Govt. of India with a score of 3.3/4.0 and is a Category 2 Institution with many privileges from the Government. National Board of Accreditation (NBA) has accredited 5 B.Tech programs of the University.

 

Accreditation

National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India has ranked Hindustan Institute of Technology is ranked in the 107th Position in India under Engineering category and ranked 20th in Architecture in the NIRF Rankings2020. The students’ community comprises students from several foreign countries in addition to those from all over India, thus offering a cosmopolitan campus environment.

In the international front HITS has achieved overall 201-300 rank in THE Impact rankings 2020. It is the only institution in Indiathat tops the table in THE Impact rankings for SDG6 across the globe and it has attained 18thRank in THE SDG 6 (Clean water and Sanitation), 58th rank in SDG 7 Affordable and Cleanenergy), 95th Rank in SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), 401-600 Rank inSDG 17 (Partnership goals). 

 

Research & Faculty Highlights

The Centre for Research and Consultancy (CRC) has been established to promote academic research, Sponsored research and consultancy. Researchers include full time scholars, part time scholars, faculty members, and post graduate and undergraduate students and they collaborate with colleagues across the University. The Centre for Research & Consultancy is headed by Director (Research) and assisted by Dean (Research), Associate Dean (Research) and three Research Coordinators looking after Academic Research, Funded Research, Consultancy respectively and an IPR Coordinator managing IP related issues.

There are 14 Centres of Excellence with excellent modern laboratoryfacilities, few of the centres are Centre for Sustainable Technologies, Centre for AircraftMaintenance, Centre for Autonomous System, Centre for Clean Energy & Convergence,Centre for Higher Education Leadership and Management, Centre for Automation andRobotics (ANRO) Recently, ANRO centre developed a high tech service robot namedSEVILI to assist Medical Frontline during COVID 19 Pandemic. Staff have earned patents and are associated with several projects.

 

Key USPs

• Multi-disciplinary Environment
• Outcome-Base, Industry-Aligned Curriculum
• ICT Based Training Methodology
• International exposure through Semester Abroad student exchange programs with Overseas Partner Universities.
• Extensive Industry-Institute Interaction
• Excellent Placement assistance and a vibrant start-up ecosystem with collaborations with reputed organisations and corporates
• State of the art International Hostel
• ‘Bay Range Campus’ amidst OMR- Corporate Hub
• Ample opportunity for wholesome development including sports and recreational facilities to mention a few fully functional Gym, horse riding club, Theatre & Dramatics Club, Yoga and Sports Clubs, Cultural Club (Music, Dance) and so on.

 

International Opportunities for students

• Student Exchange (Inbound/Outbound)
• Faculty Exchange / Deputation
• Study Abroad/ Twinning Programmes
• Summer Programme
• Internships
• Cultural Exchange / Study Tours
• Joint Research & Consultancy
• Joint Ph.D., Supervision
• Conferences/Seminars/Workshops
• Competitions

 

Collaborations with overseas

The institution also has collaborative partnerships with leadinguniversities that includes City University, London UK, Cranfield University UK, Deakin University, Australia, Dongguk University, South Korea, Korean Aerospace University,South Korea, Texas Tech University, USA, Illinois Institute of Technology, USA, University of Politecnico De Milano, Italy, Moscow Aviation Institute, Russia and many more. It hasstudents and faculty exchange programs with leading international universities. InternationalSummer Internship Program (ISIP) provides an exceptional opportunity for our students tocombine high-quality learning with an unforgettable summer experience at an overseaspartner institution.

 

Key Programs Offered

Schools offering UG & PG

• Aeronautical Sciences – B.Tech Aeronautical Engineering/B.Tech Aerospace/ B.Sc Avionics/ B.Sc Aircraft Maintenance Engineering / M.Tech Aeronautical Engineering/ Integrated Programme
• Mechanical Sciences – B.Tech Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, B.Tech Automobile Engineering, B.Tech Chemical Engineering, B.Tech Bio Technology/ M.Tech Mechanical Engineering, M.Tech Automobile Engineering, Mechatronincs
• Building Sciences – B Tech Civil Engineering / M.Tech Civil Engineering
• Computing Sciences – B.Tech Computer Science Engineering, B.Tech CSE(AI&ML), B.Tech Data Science, B.Tech IT, BTech IT and Cyber Security, B.Tech IT Cloud Computing/ BCA/ M.Tech Computer Science Engineering, MCA
• Electrical Sciences – B.Tech EEE, ECE/ M.Tech EEE, M.Tech ECE
• Planning & Architecture & Design Excellence – B.Arch (Architecture), B.Des Communication Design, B.Des Interior Design, B.Des Fashion Design and Apparel/ M.Arch (Executive)/M. Plan,/M.Sc. Ux Design
• Management –BBA Aviation Management/ BBA / BMS / MBA – Aviation Management / MBA
• Liberal Arts & Applied Sciences– B.Sc Visual Communication, Fashion Design, Food Technology, Physical Education, Health Education and Sports, B.A - English Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, BA Triple Major - Political Science, Psychology, Economics / Law, Economics, Political Science.
• M.Sc. Chemistry / M.A – Languages & Literature
• School of Allied Health Sciences - B.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology/ B.Sc. Perfusion Technology/ B.Sc. Anesthesia Technology /B.Sc. Physician Assistant /B.Sc. Optometry
• Law School- BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.), LLB, LLM (International Law)

 

Admission Process & Timelines

1. UNDERGRADUATE

 HITS takes into consideration students who have passed their Higher Secondary Examination with commendable marks for admission. The University strictly follows the eligibility criteria of UGC norms. Special Admission Programmes HITS recognizes the need for providing educational opportunities for people of widely varying ages and backgrounds. Therefore, special admission programmes are available for potentially successful students from disadvantaged, culturally deprived, or economically impoverished segments of the society. For further details, the Head Ofce can be contacted. Admission to HITS thus, is purely nondiscriminatory. Re-admission Students who were initially enrolled at Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science but did not attend the particular semester/term can re-register, provided they left with good conduct and have not enrolled in any other institution after leaving HITS. Such students may be readmitted by submitting a Readmission Form. Students who have been dismissed either from HITS or any other institution will not be readmitted under any circumstances.

 

1. POSTGRADUATE

Students who have passed their Degree Examination with commendable marks are considered for admission. The Institution strictly follows the eligibility criteria of the UGC norms. Admissions for P. G. Programmes are made through entrance test, group discussions and personal interview. Foreign and Non-Resident Indians (NRI) Candidates Candidates should fulfil the following minimum eligibility criteria to seek admission under -Foreign and Non-Resident Indians (NRI) Candidates Category. Admissions are based on the candidates' performance in the 10 + 2 or equivalent examination and satisfying the guidelines of respective councils governing the engineering and architecture education. The admission procedures, application form and fees are different from the domestic students.

 

Industry Tie ups & Placements or Partnerships

The Training and placement department equips students on communication, aptitude and Technical skills and   invites more than 100 companies to the campus and facilitates many job offers for students from across departments.

 

Campus Infrastructure

50 acres of plush green campus with several state of the art academic buildings and auditoriums

• Andromeda Lecture Theatre –ultra-modern air conditioned theatre with 450 members seating capacity has won the Asia Design Excellence Awards for best Architecture and Interior design.
• Open Air Theatre- Venue for cultural events
• Freedom zone – An artificially sketched arena meant for both literary and musical events
• Hangout – A recreational facility to rejuvenate body and mind through indoor games
• world class central library with excellent computing facilities

 

Sports facilities

• A 15-acre well-maintained playground caters to the sports facilities and recreational requirements of the students and the staff. Many reputed tournaments are conducted.
• Outdoor Games: Cricket, Tennis, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Throw ball, Athletics, Cycling, Karate, Yoga, Body & Mind Alignment, Horse Riding, Aerobics and Martial Arts. Indoor Games: Badminton, Table Tennis, Carrom, Chess, Billiards, and Snooker.
• In association with Chennaiyin Football Club, a Grass Root Football Field is set in par with international standards within the campus.

 

Net connectivity and Computer facilities

• Broadband Internet connectivity with Fiber Optic Backbone at the speed of 45 Mbps
• Wifi facilities across campus
• 1850 PC, 500 laptops & 10 servers across campus
• Licensed software as per curriculum
• Browsing café for students with 120 computers

 

Staff and student support services

 

• The Equal Opportunity Cell
• Staff Grievance Cell
• General Grievance Cell
• Women’s Grievance Cell
• Exam Grievance Cell
• Anti Ragging Forum
• Students’ Counseling