Yes, both VIT Pune and VIIT Pune are completely different colleges. Both have been established under the flagship of the prestigious VIT Group of Institutions. VIT and VIIT are a part of the same Management working under different names but are different colleges.

Both the colleges are owned by the Bansilal Ramnath Agarwal charitable trust VIT is its main Campus and is better rested than VIIT. It’s located in Bibwewadi, Pune. VIIT is its secondary campus and is also autonomous. It has been ranked among the top engineering institutes in Pune, MH, but less rated than VIT. It’s located in Kondhwa, Pune.

Obviously, VIT is among the top colleges in Pune and is much better than VIIT, especially in terms of placements. It also offers more exposure through activities like Robotics, Sports, or cultural or technical fest. 

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My friend at VIT Pune shared his first-day experience at the college. He faced a huge cultural shock as he hails from Delhi and was suddenly in a completely different environment. He received a warm welcome from his batchmates. He seemed out of place as most of his batchmates tale din Marathi. He asked them about the syllabus that had already been covered. In the second lecture, he was told that a class test was scheduled for the day after. Luckily, the professor postponed the test when my friend informed him that he was a new student.

The most tortuous lecture was the Japanese lecture. He struggled a lot in that particular class. Overall, it was a challenging yet rewarding experience at VIT Pune.

My friend is currently in his final year of CSE in VIT and is also working at IBM, Pune for my semester-long internship. VIT and VIIT have a common Training and Placement Officer who oversees the placements of both colleges. In my opinion, VIT CSE is way better than EnTC in terms of placements. My friends in EnTc who score better than my friend in VIIT CSE are still struggling for decent jobs. VIIT CSE students get offers from companies that visit the campus almost every week. Although VIT allows EnTC students to appear for software jobs, most software companies prefer taking CSE students mainly because they have studied the relevant subjects for 4 years.

Moreover, VIT is autonomous. I would recommend you choose CSE even if the colleges are similar because the CSE curriculum and syllabus will guarantee your entry into the Software or IT industry. Another added advantage is that VIT has a system of compulsory semester-long internships in either of the semesters of the 4th year. Students receive internship offers from big companies that likely get converted into placement offers for CSE. This may not be the case for any other college in the entire Pune. 

My friends in EnTC are now struggling to pursue higher studies or jobs in the Software industry. So go for VIT without any second thoughts. 

VIT is a dynamic hub for aspiring engineers and tech enthusiasts. If you're gearing up for a journey in engineering or simply curious about life on this campus, you're in for a treat. At VIT, academic excellence meets a whirlwind of activities, friendships, and opportunities. VIT enjoys the freedom to shape its curriculum and calendar, ensuring that your education aligns with industry needs and market trends.

• Diverse Crowd: VIT's campus is a melting pot of interests and personalities. Students come from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Academic excellence: The Institute has been accredited ('A++' Grade) by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)and professors are supportive mentors with master's or Ph.D. degrees.
• Life in the Fast Lane: Life at VIT is a thrilling mix of exams, festivals like Vishwakarandak and Diwali Break, and extracurricular activities. Lectures are constant, with high-stress periods and stress-busting moments each semester, creating a dynamic university experience.
• Get Involved: Active participation beyond lectures is not just encouraged; it's the norm. Join student councils, dance, sports teams, or engineering teams like ROBOCON and BAJA to enrich your college experience.
• Accommodation Made Easy: Finding accommodation is a breeze with options ranging from the college hostel to private hostels, rented flats, and PG accommodations.
• Path to Success: VIT offers promising placement opportunities, with an average package of 8-9 lakhs per annum. Computer/IT and E&TC branches lead the way. Many students also opt for higher education to further their careers.

In summary, VIT offers a balanced college life with academics, extracurricular activities, and memorable moments. While it may not be as prestigious as an IIT, it certainly stands out among engineering colleges, making it a good choice for aspiring engineers.

The 2023 MH-CET rank-wise cutoffs for VIT Pune are not available. But I am mentioning below the percentile-wise cutoffs (for GOPENS category)-

These are the Round 2 cutoffs for various B.Tech branches at VIT Pune.