Vignan University
విజ్ఞాన శాస్త్ర సాంకేతిక పరిశోధనా సంస్థ / विज्ञान शास्त्र प्रौद्योगिकी और परिशोधन संगठन
AI & ML,Cyber Security, 5G/6G, E-Mobility, Sustainable Agriculture, Waste-to-Wealth, and more
75.75%
published in SCI/Scopus/ESCI/ABDC-indexed journals
219
Patents granted(71) / published(148)
(USA, Australia, Germany, UK, and India).




266
Ph.D's awarded
Funding from agencies like ICMR, ISRO, DRDO, DBT, DST, SERB, CSIR,NTTM and TCIL
Promoting innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technological advancement for a sustainable future
Dean R&D
At VFSTR, research and development (R&D) serve as the cornerstone of our academic excellence, driving innovation and societal impact. Our institution fosters a vibrant research ecosystem that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, industry partnerships, and cutting-edge exploration across diverse fields.

  • With a strong emphasis on emerging technologies, sustainability, and applied research, we are committed to nurturing an environment where faculty, scholars and students can engage in transformative projects that address real-world challenges.

  • Through structured research programs, research facilities, and funding support, we empower our researchers to contribute to the global knowledge economy while aligning with national and international research priorities.

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Doctoral Program – Ph.D
VFSTR offers Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program designed to cultivate advanced research skills and academic excellence across various disciplines. The program aims to provide scholars with a broad-based training in their respective fields, coupled with specialization in specific areas of interest.

VFSTR offers Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Science, Management, and English streams, etc., accommodating a wide range of research interests.

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Policies and Board
Our university's research policies and board are dedicated to fostering a supportive, ethical, and innovative research environment. The board oversees strategic planning, compliance, and resource allocation to advance impactful research across disciplines.
University Research Policy
The research policy of VFSTR focuses on building capacity through human resources and infrastructure, providing incentives and support to faculty for research activities, organizing conferences and workshops to disseminate new knowledge, and maintaining a robust doctoral program for awarding Ph.D. degrees upon the completion of high-quality research.
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University and School Research Board
The University Research Board (URB) is dedicated to advancing research excellence by offering strategic guidance and support. It ensures the alignment of resources, ethical standards, and policies to promote impactful and innovative research. The board is reconstituted once in a year.

Further, the School Research Boards (SRB) at VFSTR play a pivotal role in fostering a strong research ecosystem across various disciplines. The SRBs at VFSTR are instrumental in enhancing the university’s research output and global impact.
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Career Development Fund (CDF)
The Career Development Fund (CDF) extends support to scholars and faculty members. Each faculty member is allocated a budget of 3 lakhs over a two-year period to support research activities. This funding can be used for memberships in research organizations, attending conferences, or purchasing research equipment.
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Seed Grant
Our seed grant initiative assists faculty and students to enhance their work to draw in outside funding and promote the investigation of novel research topics in line with departmental interests. It also aids in product/process development, encourage the creation of IPR, and encourage cooperation between departments and schools.
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Contingency Fund
Our research scholars are financially supported by the contingency fund to attend conferences or to develop new products or processes.
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Consultancy Policy
In line with VFSTR's vision to promote academic excellence and societal impact, consultancy is a key component alongside research and teaching. Consultancy projects not only contribute to national economic growth but also enrich faculty knowledge and broaden the institutes external profile.
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M.Tech by Research
This research-oriented master’s degree program nurtures a strong research culture and encourages employed scientists, engineers, technocrats, and teachers to enhance their qualifications.
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Corporate Training Policy
Through its corporate training policy, VFSTR is dedicated to empowering professionals from various sectors to excel in their careers, drive organizational success, and create a positive societal impact.
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MBA for working professionals
The MBA degree by Research is a research-focused program designed for employed professionals across various fields to enhance their qualifications. It offers a learner-focused approach, recognizing their talent and work experience to support career advancement.
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Academic Research
Research Publications


At VFSTR, we are committed to fostering a vibrant research ecosystem that drives innovation and academic excellence. Our faculty and researchers continue to make significant contributions across diverse fields, as reflected in our consistent research publication progress.

Over the years, VFSTR has demonstrated remarkable growth in research output:




  • This steady progress showcases our commitment to impactful research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge dissemination.

  • With dedicated research centers, and industry collaborations, VFSTR continues to empower researchers and scholars to contribute to cutting-edge advancements.

  • As we move forward, we aim to further enhance our research capabilities, strengthen industry partnerships, and foster innovation-driven solutions that address global challenges.

  • VFSTR remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and shaping the future through high-quality research and publications.

Student Research Publications


VFSTR students have demonstrated exceptional research productivity, consistently contributing to prominent academic platforms. Over the past three years, students have published a significant body of work in prestigious databases, including IEEE, Scopus, SCI and Springer, with 23 papers in 2022, 20 papers in 2023, and a notable increase to 28 papers in 2024. Furthermore, student researchers have actively engaged with the academic community, presenting over 80+ papers at esteemed conferences, showcasing their innovative ideas and research findings.

Citations of publications


Our institution has demonstrated a significant upward trajectory in research impact, as reflected in the steady increase in citations over the years. This steady increase highlights the institution's commitment to high-quality research and global academic influence.





H-Index and I10 Index


VFSTR's research impact continues to grow, as evident from the increasing Scopus H-Index, which has risen from 31 in 2021 to 64 in 2024. This consistent upward trend reflects the institution’s commitment to high-quality research and academic excellence. Additionally, the i10-Index has reached 921, further emphasizing the substantial influence and credibility of VFSTR's research contributions on a global scale.

Latest H-Index:64

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Funded Recent Projects
VFSTR has secured over ₹41.17 crores in government-sponsored projects over the past four years, with funding from prestigious agencies such as ICMR, ISRO, DRDO, DBT, DST, SERB, CSIR, NTTM and TCIL. This reflects the university's strong research capabilities and commitment to innovation.
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Patents


VFSTR's patent achievements reflect its commitment to innovation and technological advancement. This steady growth highlights the university's focus on cutting-edge research, intellectual property creation, and industry collaboration. By transforming novel ideas into practical solutions, these patents contribute to economic growth, technological progress, and societal development, reinforcing VFSTR’s role as a hub for research-driven innovation.


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Top 2% Scientist
VFSTR takes immense pride in its distinguished faculty members who have been recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally for their outstanding contributions to research and innovation. This prestigious recognition highlights the university’s commitment to excellence in scientific advancement across diverse fields.

Their groundbreaking research and contributions not only strengthen the academic and research ecosystem at VFSTR but also make a significant impact on global scientific progress.

  • Dr. A. Ranga Rao – Bio-Technology

  • Dr. Abrahampeele – Bio-Technology

  • Dr. Anup Goswamy – Science & Humanities (S&H)

  • Dr. Chandrasekhar – Bio-Technology

  • Dr. Jyosthna Devi – ACSE

  • Dr. K. Venkatrao – Mechanical Engineering

  • Dr. Midhun Rudhrapaul – Pharmacy

  • Dr. Subbhaiah – Chemical Engineering

Dr. A. Ranga Rao - Bio-Technology
Dr. Abrahampeele - Bio-Technology
Dr. Anup Goswamy - S&H
Dr. Chandrasekhar - Bio-Technology
Dr. Jyosthna Devi- ACSE
Dr. K. Venkatrao – Mechanical Engineering
Dr. Midhun Rudhrapaul - Pharmacy
Dr. Subbhaiah - Chemical Engineering
Professors leading in Research areas
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Dr Vijaya Ramu Dirisala
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Dr Koya Prabhakara Rao
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K.V. Krishna Kishore
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Dr Srinivasarao Gorantla
Thrust Areas
Vignan’s University focuses on multidisciplinary research across diverse fields to drive technological advancements and societal impact. The thrust areas cover emerging domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Sustainable Technologies, and Advanced Materials, fostering innovation and collaboration across engineering, sciences, and management disciplines.
Composite Materials
Research in advanced materials for high-performance engineering applications, including lightweight composites, nanocomposites, and smart materials. Disciplines such as ME, ECE, EEE, CSE, ACSE, and IT are actively contributing to innovations in material design, fabrication, and application.
E-Mobility Ecosystem
Development of sustainable transportation solutions integrating electric vehicles (EVs), battery technologies, charging infrastructure, and smart mobility systems. This research spans multiple disciplines, including ME, ECE, EEE, Chemistry, Physics, Chem. Engg., AE, and Math. & Statistics.
5G/6G & IoT
Pioneering advancements in next-generation wireless communication, network architectures, and IoT for smart cities, healthcare, and industrial automation. Research in this domain involves ECE, CSE, ACSE, IT, EEE, AHS, and ME.
Waste to Wealth
Sustainable waste management, circular economy initiatives, and resource recovery strategies, focusing on transforming waste into valuable products such as biofuels, bioplastics, and renewable energy. Disciplines including Chem. Engg., Chemistry, Physics, ME, and BT are contributing to innovative waste valorization techniques.
Sustainable Agriculture
Research and technological interventions for eco-friendly, efficient, and precision farming practices, including smart irrigation, soil health monitoring, and agricultural automation. Key contributors include Chemistry, ECE, EEE, BT, FT, Maths, and AE.
AI & ML, Cyber Security
Advancements in intelligent systems, cyber security, deep learning, and automation across multiple domains, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and cybersecurity. Research is being conducted across disciplines such as CSE, ACSE, IT, ECE, BME, AHS, EEE, AE, and Math. & Statistics.
Bioresource Utilization & Public Health
Research focusing on biotechnological innovations, drug discovery, healthcare informatics, and sustainable bioresource management to enhance public health outcomes. Disciplines including Pharmacy, Chemistry, BT, BI, BME, and CSE are working on developing solutions for disease prevention, diagnostics, and treatment.
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Research Facilities

(Research Centers and Center of Excellences to support research)

Explore and Exploit the thrust areas in research

An indicator of academic excellence of University is the research output of its faculty with funding from agencies and through collaboration with industry and support from various faculty in a conductive environment.

  • 28 International Patents granted in last 5 years.
  • Faculty have completed consultancy and sponsored research projects worth around Rs.23 crores.
  • Faculty have published more than 4000 research papers in the last 5 years
  • Established 4 Centers of Excellence and 15 Research Centers worth of 30 crores for advanced research

Centre of Excellence
Advanced RF, Mircowave and Wireless Communications
(ARMWC)


VFSTR is one of the pioneering institutes near the capital region of newly formed Andhra Pradesh and the department of Electronics and Communication Engineering has made its own reputation in this region for its strong academics and research. By keeping its lead in the region, VFSTR has established a Centre of Excellence in Advanced Microwaves, RF and Wireless Communications with of World Class infrastructure for the researchers of this region in the year 2017. The CoE has been established with 12 Crore rupee investment as a joint collaboration between VFSTR and Keysight Sight Technologies, USA.

Wireless and Sensor Networks Research Center
Signal & Image Processing Research Center
VLSI Design Research Center
  • Wireless and Sensor Networks Research Centers:It focus on advancing technologies for efficient, reliable, and scalable communication in sensor-based systems. They play a vital role in applications like smart cities, healthcare monitoring, and environmental tracking.


  • Signal & Image Processing Research Centers: It focus on developing advanced techniques for analyzing, transforming, and interpreting signals and images. Their innovations drive progress in fields like medical imaging, multimedia systems, and communication technologies.


  • VLSI Design Research Centers: It focus on innovating efficient and compact integrated circuits for advanced electronic systems. Their work supports breakthroughs in semiconductors, computing, and telecommunications.
Machine Tools Research Center
Composites lab Research Center
Bio-Fuel Preparation & Testing Research Center
Mobile Robotics Lab
  • Machine Tools Research Centers: It focus on developing cutting-edge machinery and techniques to enhance precision, efficiency, and innovation in manufacturing processes.

  • Composites Lab Research Centers: It focus on developing innovative composite materials to enhance performance, durability, and sustainability across industries like aerospace, automotive, and construction.

  • Bio-Fuel Preparation & Testing Research Centers: It focus on developing and evaluating sustainable biofuels to advance eco-friendly energy solutions and reduce carbon emissions.

  • Mobile Robotics Labs: It focus on designing intelligent, autonomous systems to navigate and perform tasks in dynamic environments, revolutionizing applications in industries like logistics and exploration.
Thin Film
Asymmetric Reactions
Bio-fortification
  • Thin Film Research Centers: It on advancing the development and application of ultra-thin material layers for innovations in electronics, energy, and optics.


  • Asymmetric Reactions Research Centers: It focus on advancing chiral synthesis techniques to enable the creation of enantiomer-specific compounds for pharmaceuticals and advanced materials.


  • Bio-fortification Research Centers: It focus on enhancing the nutritional content of crops to address micronutrient deficiencies and improve global food security.

Renewable Energy
Dr.C.R.Rao Research Center
Structural Engineering
  • Renewable Energy Laboratory: It focuses on developing sustainable energy solutions for agriculture.


  • Dr.C.R.Rao Research Center: Development of High-Performance AI Models: Utilizing GPU-accelerated computing for deep learning applications in image processing, speech recognition, and medical diagnosis.


  • Structural Engineering Research Laboratory: It is a specialized facility dedicated to the study and testing of structural materials, components, and systems.

Vignan TBI
  • The Technology Business Incubator (TBI) envisions becoming a world-class hub fostering sustainable technology-based businesses that drive social and economic impact.

  • Its mission is to nurture startups in Agritech, BioTech, Renewable Energy, and Waste Management by leveraging regional scientific and industrial expertise.

  • The incubator aims to provide high-quality technical support, mentorship, and training while bridging knowledge gaps.

  • It also seeks to establish sustainable collaborations with government, academia, and industry at national and international levels to enhance entrepreneurial success.

Highlights


  • Start-up’s incubated: 18

  • Start-up’s preincubation: 93

  • Seed fund Deployed: 60L+

  • Engagement Programs: 50+

  • Jobs created: 100+

  • Mentors: 15+

  • Stakeholder partners: 25+

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Admission Open
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Ph.D
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, VFSTR offer a Direct PhD program for candidates with a B.Tech degree, especially if you have a strong academic record and relevant research thrust. Candidates with UG qualification in Engineering/Technology in respective discipline with a minimum of 60% or equivalent CGPA are eligible to apply.
Yes. Candidates pursuing PG in Engineering/Technology at VFSTR or other reputed Institutes*, who have completed all the courses prescribed for the first 2 semesters with a minimum of 60% or equivalent CGPA. For such candidates, a faculty mentor is allocated after the provisional admission. Mentor could become a Research Supervisor for the Ph.D program after confirmation of Ph.D admission at VFSTR. The Master’s Project of the candidate must be in line with the proposed research topic for Ph.D and he/she needs to present a detailed, comprehensive Literature Review to the Doctoral Committee within one year of provisional admission, however candidate is required to hold a Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology with a minimum of 60% or equivalent CGPA before being formally admitted into the program.
Yes. The Doctoral Committee may suggest a candidate to take up online courses and advanced summer/winter schools and programs conducted by premier institutions as components of the course work.
Yes. Candidates from Industry can claim their experience and their role in technology in working on respective research problem for credit equivalence by furnishing proper documented evidence and justification.
Applications for the Ph.D. program shall be open and shall be considered round the year and admissions being made are aligned with the commencement of odd or even semester. Any eligible candidate who desired to seek admission to Ph.D. program may apply offline/ online through University website round the year.
Candidates from Industry/ R&D Organizations/ Academic Institutions with a minimum of five years of relevant experience related to the proposed area of research will be exempted from appearing in the written test (AARAT). However, they should appear for the Ph.D interview.
International Accreditation Organization - IAO
Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology, and Research (Vignan) met the accreditation requirements of the International Accreditation Organization (IAO) and was granted full accreditation.
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