Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute (VJTI), established in 1887 as Victoria Jubilee Technical Institute, is India's oldest engineering college and one of Mumbai's most prestigious autonomous government institutions with a glorious legacy of 136 years. Located in Matunga, Mumbai, VJTI has been a pioneer in technical education, granted autonomous status and accredited with NAAC A+ grade. The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various engineering disciplines including Computer Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Production, and Information Technology, along with specialized programs in Textile Engineering and Applied Sciences.
VJTI is renowned for its rigorous academic standards, distinguished faculty including leading researchers, and consistently high results with students achieving top ranks in university examinations. The institution has produced numerous eminent alumni who have excelled as industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, renowned scientists, and administrators shaping India's technological landscape. With strong emphasis on research and innovation, VJTI houses advanced laboratories, research centers in emerging technologies, and encourages faculty and student participation in sponsored projects, patents, and publications.
The institute maintains excellent industry connections with companies like TCS, L&T, Siemens, and multinational corporations regularly recruiting VJTI graduates, resulting in exceptional placement records exceeding 90%. Beyond academics, VJTI fosters holistic development through 50+ technical and cultural clubs, annual technical festival 'Technovanza' attracting thousands of participants nationwide, sports facilities, and community service initiatives.
As a government-aided institution, VJTI provides quality education at affordable fees, making it accessible to meritorious students from diverse backgrounds, continuing its legacy of democratizing technical education.