VELAGAPUDI RAMAKRISHNA SIDDHARTHA ENGINEERING COLLEGE

Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College (VRSEC), located in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, is an institution of monumental significance in the landscape of technical education in India. Established in 1977, it holds the distinction of being the first private engineering college in the combined state of Andhra Pradesh. Over the decades, it has evolved from a pioneering self-financing college into a powerhouse of innovation, recently attaining the prestigious status of an Institution Deemed to be University under the name Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (SAHE) . VRSEC’s journey has been marked by a constant pursuit of quality. For years, the college operated as an autonomous institution, a status granted by the UGC that allowed it to design a flexible and industry-aligned curriculum. This autonomy has been renewed through 2027-28, providing the foundation for its transition into a university. The institution is accredited by NAAC with an 'A ' grade and most of its undergraduate programs are accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), ensuring that its educational delivery meets global benchmarks. Infrastructure and Innovation Ecosystem The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster creativity and technical skill. A standout feature is the AICTE IDEA Lab, which empowers students to transform their ideas into prototypes. The university also boasts specialized Centres of Excellence and an Incubation Centre that has supported numerous student-led innovations, such as smart electric two-wheelers (CHITTI), hybrid smart beds, and advanced monitoring systems for aquaculture.