Updated 7th Dec 2021
VTU has released an announcement regarding the Student Induction Programme for the academic year 2021-22. The VTU Induction Programme will be held in blended mode. A total of 105 hours is scheduled for the induction programme. The University has also enclosed guidelines for the conduct of the induction programme. Also, called Deeksharambh, will have Initial Phase and Regular Phase.
VTU Induction Programme Schedule
Initial Phase
| Day | Time | Activity |
| Day 0 | 09:30 am to 04:00 pm | Academic registration & admission formalities |
| 09:30 am to 12:25 am | Institution orientation | |
| Day 1 | 12:30 pm to 01:25 pm | Lunch break |
| 01:30 pm to 03:55 pm | Department orientation | |
| 04:00 pm to 05:00 pm | Mentor-mentee groups-Introduction within the group |
Regular Phase
Below is an example of the Daily schedule (Day 2 onwards)
| Session | Time | Activity | Remarks |
| I | 09:30 am to 10:55 am | Morning session | Lectures by eminent people |
| II | 11:00 am to 12:25 pm | Mentoring with Universal Human values | |
| 12:30 pm to 01:25 pm | Lunch break | ||
| III | 01:30 pm to 02:25 pm | Afternoon session | See below |
| IV | 02:30 pm to 03:55 pm | Afternoon session | See below |
| V | 04:00 pm to 05:00 pm | Games |
Afternoon Activities
The following activities will be conducted during the induction programme.
1. Familiarization to School/ Department
2. Creative Arts and Culture
3. Literary Activity
4. Lectures by Eminent People
5. Visits to Local Area
6. Extra-Curricular Activities in College
Below is the afternoon activities schedule of tentative nature
| Activity | Session | Remarks |
| Familiarization to School/ Department | III & IV | Day 1 |
| Creative Arts and Culture | IV | Day 2, 3 and 4 |
| Literary | III | Day 2, 3 and 4 |
| Lectures by Eminent People | I | As scheduled-3-5 lectures |
| Visits to Local Area | - | On Saturdays (after the Induction programme is over) |
| Extra-Curricular Activities | III & IV | Day 5 |
| Report on the Induction Programme (group wise) | III & IV | Day 6 |
Updated 1st May 2021
VTU Induction programme for newly admitted students is reduced from 21 days to 1 week due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation. The Induction will be conducted online up to 12th May 2021 during the student's induction program second session.
VTU Induction Programme Topics
The induction programme will cover the below topics online:
1.Universal Human Values
2.Eminent persons Lecture on emerging areas of branches.
3.Eminent persons Lecture on Career and Branch scope.
4.Creative Practices & Innovations.
5.Extracurricular activities.
6.COVID-19 Awareness, SOPs, Vaccination Significance.
7.Physical Health- Excercise, yoga, meditation to keep you fit.
8.Arts & Culture.
9.Language Proficiency Modules.
10.Literary activities-Writing, Debating, Enacting play.
Updated 8th Dec 2020
Given the emerging situation related to the COVID-19 pandemic in India, 21 days of continuous students Induction Programmes for 1st-semester students has been reduced to one week by the AICTE. The Colleges to cover the following topics in ONLINE mode during the Students' Induction programme-
1.Universal Human Values
2.Physical Health and related activities
3.Familiarization of Department/ Branch and Innovation
4.Visit - local area
5.Lecture by Eminent Persons
6.Language Proficiency Modules
7.Literature
8.Creative Practices
9.Extracurricular activities
10.Awareness of COVID-19 and SOPs.
Download VTU Induction Programme 2020 Notification
Updated 4th June 2020
VTU Induction programme 2020-21
The Students Induction Programme as mandated by AICTE shall be conducted for 21 days without a break at the beginning of the first semester of the undergraduate programmes from the academic year 2020-21 onwards.
All the colleges under VTU shall abide by the University Student's Induction Programme Guidelines (copy enclosed) in conducting the same. Further, they may also refer to the AICTE guidelines (copy enclosed) for the same.
Download VTU Official Circular on 4th June 2020
Updated 28th Jan 2020
Induction Programme for BE/ BTech students 2019-20
VTU Induction Programme for BE/ BTech
Colleges to conduct an "Induction Programme" for the students admitted to B.E/ B.Tech. Programmes from the academic year 2019-20. The "Induction Programme" shall be conducted in two phases as under :
1st Phase: 11 days during the beginning of the first semester
2nd phase: 10 days during the beginning of the second semester.
General guidelines for conducting the Induction Programmes
It has observed by the University that during the first phase, many colleges have not conducted the session on VTU Regulations.
Hence, it is once again informed to educate the students VTU Regulations governing the Bachelor's Degree, emphasising the following points in both the Phases of the induction programme.
- Academic terminology used (Definitions of keywords of Regulations).
- Choice Based Education(CBE) and Outcome-Based Education(OBE).
- The credit system, SGPA, CGPA, Class recognition concerning CGPA, Grade Card, Ranks
- Attendance Requirements (18OB 9.1 to 9.4)
- Assessment methods/Learning Assessments:(18OB 8.1 to 8.13)
(i)Continuous Internal Evaluations(CIE)- Tests and other methods of assessments like quiz, assignment, group discussions, seminar, course project, etc.
(ii)Semester End Evaluation(SEE)/University Examinations.
(iii)Passing Standards: Minimum passing standards for CIE and SEE.
- Vertical Progression: Conditions for movement to higher semesters (10.1 to 10.3).
- Maximum duration(18OB 1.4)
- Conditions for the award of degree and Rank(18OB11.1 and 11.2).
- Conditions for the award of the degree of B.E./ B.Tech.(Honours) (18OB11.1 and 11.2)
- Earning the Activity points,
they shall submit a compliance report to the office of the undersigned.
GUIDELINES FOR INDUCTION PROGRAMME
PHASE-I: 11 DAYS
Familiarisation to Department/Branch and Innovations
Exposure to branch/ department laboratories, workshops and other facilities, deferent method of study, etc.
Physical Activity
Exercise or Yoga, Games and sports, Gardening etc., where labour yields fruits from nature.
Creative Arts (Skill related)
Visual arts or performing arts like painting, sculpture, pottery, music, dance etc., would assist creative expression, develop a sense of aesthetics and enhance creativity which would, hopefully, flow into engineering design later.
Universal Human Values
Help students to stand up to peer pressure, take decisions with courage, be aware of relationships with colleagues and supporting staff in the hostel and department, be sensitive to others, etc.
Proficiency Modules
It would help students to overcome lacunas in English skills, computer familiarity, etc.
Lectures by Eminent People
It would give the students exposure to people who are socially active or in public life.
Academic & Non-Academic Matters
ACADEMIC:
- Academic terminology used.
- Choice Based Education(CBE) and Outcome-Based Education(OBE).
- Semester System and its salient features.
- Teaching - Learning methods.
- Core courses, Professional Electives, Open Electives. Course Objective and Course Outcomes.
- Programme Objectives. Programme Specific Objectives.
- The credit system, SGPA, CGPA, Class recognition concerning CGPA, Grade Card, Ranks.
- Attendance Requirements:
- Assessment methods/Learning Assessments:
(i)Continuous Internal Evaluations (CIE) -Tests and other methods of assessments like quiz, assignment, group discussions, seminar, course-project, etc.
(ii)Semester End Evaluation(SEE)/ University Examinations.
- Passing Standards: Minimum passing standard for CIE and SEE.
- Vertical Progression: Conditions for movement to higher semesters.
- Conditions for the award of degree and Rank.
- Conditions for the award of the degree of B.E./ B.Tech.(Honours)
- UGC, AICTE, DTE, VTU, NBA, NAAC, Washington Accord and its benefits.
NON-ACADEMIC MATTERS
- The physical layout of College
- College-specific terminology used.
- Vision and Mission of the College.
- Facilities and services located in College(Washrooms, Canteen, ATM, Bank, Post Office, Hostel, Playground, etc.,).
- Library(print and online learning resources, digital literacy, print and e-journal collection), Sports, Computer, Wi-Fi facilities, etc.
- Infrastructural facilities are available in the college.
- Mentoring system.
- Code of conduct of the college.
- Prohibition of ragging/ Grievance redressal.
- Introduction, Structures and procedures of the university.
- Where to go and whom to contact for guidance and support during their time as students.
- Tips to stay safe, both on and off-campus. Contact number in case of needy hours.
- Internship, Incubation centre if any, career guidance, Placement and entrepreneurship
- Feedback and report on the programme
PHASE -II: 10DAYS
Physical Activity
Exercise or Yoga, Games and sports, Gardening etc., where labour yields fruits from nature.
Creative Arts (Skill related)
Visual arts or performing arts like painting, sculpture, pottery, music, dance etc., would assist creative expression, develop a sense of aesthetics and enhance creativity which would, hopefully, flow into engineering design later.
Universal Human Values
Help students to stand up to peer pressure, take decisions with courage, be aware of relationships with colleagues and supporting staff in the hostel and department, be sensitive to others.
Literary Activities
Reading, writing and possibly debating, enacting a play etc. Proficiency Modules Would help students to overcome lacunas in English skills, computer familiarity.
Lectures by Eminent People
It would give the students exposure to people who are socially active or in public life.
Visits to Local Area like the landmarks of the city/ hospital/orphanage etc.
Would familiarise the students with the area as well as expose them to the Under-Privileged.
Revisit to Academic and Non-Academic matters of Phase I
Feedback and report on the programme
Updated on July 18th 2019
The Induction Programme is to be conducted for the students admitted to B.E./B.Tech during the academic year 2019-20. Regarding the implementation of AICTE mandatory three-week Induction Programme for the students admitted to B.E./B.Tech. programmes during the academic year 2019-20, the Induction Programme shall be conducted in two phases instead of conducting the same continuously for three weeks as under:
1st Phase: 11 days during the beginning of the first semester
2nd Phase: 10 days during the beginning of the second semester
The constituent college, affiliated and autonomous engineering colleges shall abide by the University Induction Programme guidelines in conducting the same. The enclosed AICTE guidelines may also be referred to while conducting a phase-wise Induction Programme.
GUIDELINES FOR INDUCTION PROGRAMME
PHASE-I: 11 DAYS
Familiarisation to Department/Branch and Innovations
Exposure to branch/department laboratories, workshops and other facilities, deferent method of study, etc.
Physical Activity
Exercise or Yoga, Games and sports, Gardening etc., where labour yields fruits from nature.
Creative Arts (Skill related)
Visual arts or performing arts like painting, sculpture, pottery, music, dance etc., would assist creative expression, develop a sense of aesthetics and enhance creativity which would, hopefully, flow into engineering design later.
Universal Human Values
Help students to stand up to peer pressure, take decisions with courage, be aware of relationships with colleagues and supporting staff in the hostel and department, be sensitive to others, etc. Proficiency Modules Would help students to overcome lacunas in English skills, computer familiarity, etc.
Lectures by Eminent People
It would give the students exposure to people who are socially active or in public life.
Academic & Non-Academic Matters
ACADEMIC:
• Academic terminology used.
• Choice Based Education(CBE) and Outcome-Based Education(OBE).
• Semester System and its salient features.
• Teaching - Learning methods.
• Core courses, Professional Electives, Open Electives, Course Objective and Course Outcomes.
• Programme Objectives, Programme Specific Objectives.
• Credit system, SGPA, CGPA, Class recognition concerning CGPA, Grade Card, Ranks.
• Attendance Requirements:
• Assessment methods/Learning Assessments:
(i) Continuous Internal Evaluations(CIE) -Tests and other methods of assessments like quiz, assignment, group discussions, seminar, course- project, etc.
(ii)Semester End Evaluation(SEE)/University Examinations.
• Passing Standards: Minimum passing standard for CIE and SEE.
• Vertical Progression: Conditions for movement to higher semesters.
• Conditions for the award of degree and Rank.
• Conditions for the award of the degree of B.E./ B.Tech. (Honours)
• UGC AICTE, DTE VTU, NBA, NAAC, Washington Accord and its benefits.
NON-ACADEMIC MATTERS
• Physical layout of College
• College-specific terminology used.
• Vision and Mission of the College.
• Facilities and services located in College (Washrooms, Canteen, ATM, Bank, Post Office, Hostel, Playground, etc.,).
• Library(print and online learning resources, digital literacy, print and e-journal collection), Sports, Computer, Wi-Fi facilities, etc.
• Infrastructural facilities are available in the college.
• Mentoring system.
• Code of conduct of the college.
• Prohibition of ragging/ Grievance redressal.
• Introduction, Structures and procedures of the university.
• Where to go and whom to contact for guidance and support during their time as students.
• Tips to stay safe, both on and off-campus. Contact number in case of needy hours.
• Internship, Incubation centre, if any, career guidance, placement and entrepreneurship.
PHASE-II: 10 DAYS
Physical Activity
Exercise or Yoga, Games and sports, Gardening etc., where labour yields fruits from nature.
Creative Arts (Skill related)
Visual arts or performing arts like painting, sculpture, pottery, music, dance etc., would assist creative expression, develop a sense of aesthetics and enhance creativity which would, hopefully, flow into engineering design later.
Universal Human Values
Help students to stand up to peer pressure, take decisions with courage, be aware of relationships with colleagues and supporting staff in the hostel and department, be sensitive to others, etc. Literary Activities Reading, writing and possibly debating, enacting a play etc. Proficiency Modules Would help students to overcome lacunas in English skills, computer familiarity, etc.
Lectures by Eminent People
It would give the students exposure to people who are socially active or in public life.
Visits to Local Area like the landmarks of the city/hospital/orphanage etc.
Would familiarise the students with the area as well as expose them to the Under-Privileged.
Revisit to Academic and Non-Academic matters of Phase I
Feedback and report on the programme
Download the Detailed guide on VTU Induction Programme