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ABOUT HITS
HINDUSTAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE
Commenced in 1985, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), a deemed to be University, is one of the pioneering institutions in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India offering a wide spectrum of 28 Undergraduate, 21 Postgraduate, Research and Doctoral Programmes in diverse fields of Engineering, Technology, Architecture, Management, Fashion, Arts and Design, Aviation, and Arts and Sciences. The Institution is a part of prestigious Hindustan Group of Institutions which includes KCG College of Technology, Hindustan Arts and Science College, Hindustan International Schools, Hindustan First Grade College and Orient Flight Aviation Academy. This illustrious group caters to the academic needs of 15,000 students, facilitated by 2000 faculty members.
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HITS has been in the forefront of academic innovation since inception. The motto of HITS is to lead by example; and has been meticulous in carrying out the changes to cater to all the stakeholders, in particular, the student community. The vision of the Founder Chairman Dr. K.C.G. Verghese TO MAKE EVERY MAN A SUCCESS AND NO MAN A FAILURE is the guiding principle behind all the transformations that are carried out at HITS.
HITS is accredited with an "A" Grade by the National Assessment & Accreditation Council (NAAC), Govt. of India; approved by AICTE; Placed in Category 2 institution by MHRD; Ranked No.1 in India among Best Technical Universities (Private), and No.2 among Top 5 Private Universities with Best Value for Money by India Today; awarded an overall 3Star Rating for Teaching, Employability, Innovation, Inclusiveness and Facility by QS Stars, Rated for Excellence; Ranked as No. 10 in Chennai among Private Universities in National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2017; and the first institution to be certified by TUV Rheinland for successfully implementing 5S Work Place Management System.
Highly qualified and competent faculty and excellent infrastructural facilities for curricular and extracurricular activities catering to the needs of students are additional advantages of HITS. The student community comprises of students from all over India and Overseas. The institution hosts 14 Centres of Excellence with sophisticated and advanced facilities for focused Research.The institution has established global collaborations with Institutes and Industries to promote Faculty & Student Exchange Programmes, Joint Research, Consultancy Projects, Conferences and Events.
HITS is renowned for its accomplishments in Sports. World-class play courts over 15 acres designed exclusively for indoor and outdoor games, and recreational activity are worth mentioning. Besides, Y's Men International, Round Table India, Rotary International, National Cadet Corps (NCC), National Service Scheme (NSS), Youth Red Cross (YRC), and Student Clubs are active all over the year. HITS is bestowed with Good Green Governance Award for the seventh consecutive time in recognition of environment friendly initiatives in its plush green campus. The institute ensures that highest standards of quality is implemented in all spheres to build a strong future for the student community and nation at large.