Overview


Vivekananda College of Technology & Management (VCTM), Aligarh is a premier private technical institution established in 2001 and run under the NL Educational Society. The college is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, one of Uttar Pradesh’s leading technical universities. Spread across a 10.7-acre pollution-free campus at Mathura Bypass near Khair Road, VCTM has earned a strong reputation in the Aligarh region for delivering quality, affordable technical and management education.
The college specializes in engineering, technology and management education, offering a wide spectrum of programs including B.Tech in seven branches — Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Agricultural Engineering — along with MBA, M.Tech, MCA and polytechnic diploma courses. With annual tuition as low as ₹30,150 for diploma programs, VCTM stands out as one of the most economically accessible AICTE-approved colleges in western Uttar Pradesh, making professional education attainable for students from all backgrounds.
VCTM’s academic approach blends a well-qualified faculty, modern laboratories, a digital library, seminar halls and dedicated training facilities. The campus provides hostel accommodation, sports grounds, transportation and a disciplined, student-centric learning environment. Admissions to B.Tech are conducted through JEE Main / CUET scores via UPTAC counselling, while MBA admissions are based on national-level management entrance tests.
The institution maintains an active Training & Placement Cell that organizes campus drives, soft-skills workshops and internship opportunities, with recruiters such as TCS, IBM, HCL and C-Core Technologies visiting the campus. Consistently chosen by students seeking a recognized, affordable degree from an AKTU-affiliated institute, VCTM Aligarh remains committed to its founding vision of empowering youth through accessible, career-oriented education.
Rankings
- Approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), New Delhi
- Affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow — Uttar Pradesh’s state technical university
- Established in 2001 under NL Educational Society with 25+ years of academic service
- Listed by UPTAC / URiSE (UP Government) for polytechnic and degree admissions
- Recognized among the notable private engineering and management colleges in Aligarh by leading education portals
- Not featured in NIRF or major national rankings — a regional-tier institution focused on affordable education
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech – CSE, IT, ECE, ME, CE, EE, Agricultural (4 Years) | ₹2.20 Lakh (₹55,000/yr) | 10+2 with PCM; JEE Main / CUET + UPTAC Counselling |
| B.Tech – Lateral Entry (Direct 2nd Year) | ~₹1.65 Lakh | Engineering Diploma / B.Sc with Mathematics |
| MBA – HR, Marketing, Finance, IT, IB, Operations (2 Years) | ₹1.19 – 1.33 Lakh (₹59,700/yr) | Graduation in any discipline; CAT/MAT/CUET-PG/UPTAC |
| M.Tech – Production & Structural Engineering (2 Years) | ₹1.15 Lakh (₹57,500/yr) | B.Tech / B.E. in relevant branch; GATE / UPTAC |
| MCA – Master of Computer Applications (2 Years) | ₹1.10 Lakh (₹55,000/yr) | Graduation with Mathematics; UPTAC Counselling |
| Diploma – Civil & Mechanical Engineering (3 Years) | ₹90,450 (₹30,150/yr) | 10th pass from a recognized board |
| Diploma – Lateral Entry (Direct 2nd Year) | ~₹61,800 | 10th pass with ITI in relevant trade |
Placements
- Dedicated Training & Placement Cell coordinating campus recruitment drives, CV training, mock interviews and soft-skills workshops
- Top recruiters reported at the campus include TCS, IBM, HCL and C-Core Technologies
- Average package around ₹2.5 LPA, with placement strength notably higher for IT/CSE branches than core engineering streams
- Students also secure opportunities through off-campus drives and pool placements in Delhi NCR and nearby industrial regions
- Internship and industrial-visit support is provided to pre-final year students for practical industry exposure
- Placement outcomes are moderate/average tier — typical of regional AKTU-affiliated private colleges; many students also opt for higher studies (M.Tech/MBA) or government exam preparation


