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VIT‑AP Holds 6th Convocation, Confers Degrees on 3,877 Graduands

It signals a push to pair high placement outcomes with ethical training, socially focused research, tighter industry ties

Overview

  • VIT‑AP University held its 6th annual convocation on Saturday, September 26, and formally conferred degrees on 3,877 graduands including 86 Ph.D. scholars and 31 gold medallists.
  • Vice‑Chancellor P. Arulmozhivarman reported encouraging placement results for the 2026 batch with an average package of ₹7 lakh per year and a top package of ₹96.26 lakh per year.
  • Justice B. Krishna Mohan of the Andhra Pradesh High Court urged graduates to pair technical skill with integrity, respect for the rule of law and social responsibility.
  • Suceendran K. M. of Tata Consultancy Services stressed aligning academic learning with industry needs and the importance of continuous learning, adaptability and innovation.
  • University leaders highlighted practical learning measures such as mentoring, Engineering Clinics, internships and multidisciplinary projects and urged Ph.D. scholars to pursue socially relevant research in areas like sustainability and health.