VIT Bhopal University held its 5th Annual Convocation on Friday, October 4, 2024, where degrees were conferred to 1,945 undergraduates, 328 postgraduates, and 14 Ph.D. graduates. Dr. G. Viswanathan, the Honourable Chancellor of VIT Bhopal, presided over the ceremony and administered the pledge.

The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The chief guest who was also the state’s higher education minister previously emphasized the contribution of VIT Bhopal University to the academic development of the state of Madhya Pradesh. He noted that VIT has been recognized as the Institute of Eminence (IoE) by the Government of India. He assured parents and students that admission to VIT Bhopal guarantees good placement. The Chief Minister also remarked that VIT Bhopal, with 100% doctorate faculties, is actively engaged in the technical advancement of students’ careers. He further emphasized that VIT Bhopal University provides a solid foundation for the students’ future.

He inspired the young students by citing the example of our Honourable Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and his visionary thinking for a “VIKSHIT BHARAT”. The Chief Minister announced that, in the state of Madhya Pradesh, all Vice Chancellors and Chancellors will henceforth be addressed as “KulPati” and “KulGuru,” respectively. On this auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister also inaugurated two new hostel blocks—one for boys and one for girls.

The Convocation ceremony was also graced by Revenue Minister Mr. Karan Singh Verma, Minister of Backward Classes and Minority Welfare (Independent Charge) Mrs. Krishna Gaur, MLA (Sehore) Mr. Sudesh Rai, MLA (Ashta) Mr. Gopal Singh Engineer, MPPURC Chairman, Shri Bharat Sharan Singh and Higher Education Commissioner Shri Nishant Warwade, OSD to HCM, IGP and Collector Sehore and several other Govt. Officials.

The Guest of Honour, Dr. Ravi P. Gandhi, President of Reliance Jio and Reliance Retail, appreciated the personalized support provided to students throughout their studies and placements at VIT Bhopal. He urged them to remain true to their values, lead with purpose, and contribute to the progress of India.

Ms. Kadhambari S. Viswanathan, Assistant Vice President of VIT Bhopal, remarked that over the past three years, VIT Bhopal has consistently maintained a strong placement record, with over 90% of students registered for placements successfully securing positions. Despite economic challenges, 87% of the Class of 2024’s placement-registered students achieved placements, with a top package of ₹52 LPA. Four students received offers above ₹50 LPA from companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Zomato, and 60% of placed students secured dream and super dream offers. The university has also been securing international placements over the past three years, enhancing its global footprint.

Looking ahead, VIT Bhopal is confident the Class of 2025 will surpass previous achievements, with the highest offer already exceeding ₹50 LPA from Microsoft. Students have been recruited by global companies such as Google, Apple, Microsoft, Boeing, Intel, and AMD.

Ms. Viswanathan also spoke about VIT Bhopal’s STARS (Support the Advancement of Rural Students) Scheme, which provides free education and boarding to district toppers from MP Government Schools. Under this initiative, 74 girls and 60 boys from rural communities have excelled in placements, with one graduate from the Class of 2024 receiving a ₹51 LPA offer from Microsoft. Many others secured placements with companies like AMD, Shell, Amazon, and JSW. The success of this program highlights the potential of rural students when given opportunities and support.