Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering and Technology (SVCET)

Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous), popularly known as SVCET Chittoor, is a premier technical institution located in Andhra Pradesh. Founded by the Srinivasa Educational Academy, the college has established itself as a hub for quality engineering education in the Rayalaseema region. The institution is known for its "Education for Peace" motto and its commitment to bridging the gap between rural talent and urban industrial requirements. Brief History: The college was established in 1998 by Bharat Jyothi Sri. Ravuri Venkataswamy, a renowned educator and philanthropist. Over the last two decades, it has grown from a small engineering college with an intake of 180 students to a massive autonomous institution housing thousands of students from over 43 countries and 18 Indian states. It was granted Autonomy by the UGC in the academic year 2011-2012. Establishment Year: 1998 Approved By / Recognized By: AICTE (New Delhi), UGC under Section 2(f) and 12(b). Accredited by NAAC with 'A ' Grade (3.41 CGPA) and NBA (Tier-I). Affiliated To: Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Anantapur. Type of Institution: Private (Autonomous). Infrastructure & Facilities: Campus Size & Location: 65 acres of scenic campus located at R.V.S. Nagar, Chittoor, on the highway connecting Chittoor and Tirupati. Academic Blocks: Built-up area of 41,284 sq. meters including ICT-enabled classrooms, seminar halls, and drawing halls. Laboratories: State-of-the-art labs including specialized centers for CAD/CAM, Robotics, and IoT. Library: Automated Digital Library with a vast collection of textbooks, journals, and e-resources via high-speed internet. Hostel Facilities: Separate, well-furnished hostels for boys and girls with 230 Mbps Wi-Fi connectivity. Sports & Other Facilities: Facilities for cricket, basketball, volleyball, and indoor games. The campus includes a 250KVA generator for 24/7 power and a language lab for communication skills.