About GITAM

Founded in 1980, GITAM Deemed to be University stands at the intersection of multidisciplinary applied education and translational research. With 12 schools across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam, GITAM empowers students to discover their ikigai through global perspectives, industry collaborations, and holistic development. Guided by integrity and the pursuit of knowledge and moral values, GITAM shapes future-ready citizens who drive entrepreneurship, innovation, and create meaningful societal impact.

Committed to excellence, GITAM fosters diligence, innovation, entrepreneurship, collaboration, and community service.

Vision

GITAM will be an exceptional knowledge-driven institution advancing on a culture of honesty and compassion to make a difference to the world.

Mission

• Build a dynamic application-oriented education ecosystem immersed in holistic development.
• Drive impactful integrated research programmes to generate new knowledge guided by integrity, collaboration, and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Nurture valuable futures with global perspectives for our students by helping them find their ikigai.
• Permeate a culture of kindness within GITAM, fostering passionate contributors.

GITAM University Visakhapatnam Campus is ranked 39th by NIRF 2024 under the Architecture and Planning category, 37th under the Law category by NIRF 2024, and 48th by NIRF 2024 under the Pharmacy category. Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management, Visakhapatnam (GITAM) is a deemed university and was established in 1980. GITAM is recognised by the UGC and has various campuses which are located in Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and GIMSR campus. GITAM Visakhapatnam has been accredited with the NAAC with Grade A++. GITAM University Vizag provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes under various schools of study.

GITAM Vizag offers BTech and MBA as flagship courses to students. GITAM Vizag Campus students are Placed  in top companies in top sectors such as Cognizant, Deloitte, Accenture, and others. Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management has a state-of-the-art infrastructure . GITAM University Visakhapatnam has experienced faculty members. The major highlights of GITAM University Visakhapatnam Andhra Pradesh are tabulated below:

Innovation at GITAM

Sustainable Development

Accreditation

IQAC

Recognitions

IQAC at GITAM

In alignment with the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)'s National Action Plan, GITAM established its Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) in 2009. Recognizing that quality enhancement is a continuous process, the IQAC is integral to GITAM's system, working towards achieving our goals of excellence. The IQAC's primary role is to foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing a structured system for assessing and enhancing institutional performance. In the university’s post-accreditation phase, the IQAC will play a crucial role in addressing the recommendations and challenges identified in previous assessments, guiding the university towards its ultimate goal of academic excellence.

Objectives

• To foster a culture of continuous improvement: Implement a structured system for assessing and enhancing institutional performance in both academic and administrative areas.
• To promote quality enhancement: Drive institutional functioning towards excellence and institutionalize best practices.

Significant Outcomes

Since its establishment in 2009, the IQAC at GITAM has been instrumental in driving continuous improvement and quality enhancement. Key achievements include:

• NAAC Accreditation: GITAM achieved an 'A++' grade in the 3rd cycle of NAAC accreditation in 2023, reflecting its commitment to excellence.
• UGC 12(B) Status: The University Grants Commission granted GITAM 12(B) status, enabling faculty and students to access various UGC grants and funding opportunities.
• TEQIP-II Participation: GITAM was selected to participate in the Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme-II (TEQIP-II), implementing project proposals aimed at further enhancing quality.
• Data Management: All departments and institutes have dedicated coordinators to ensure timely data updates in the central database repository, facilitating efficient management and analysis.

These accomplishments highlight the IQAC's significant contributions to GITAM's overall development and success.