Academic Credit Structure at SIT
SIT follows a Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS) that allows students to learn at their own pace. This system ensures flexibility while maintaining academic rigor.
What is the Credit System?
A ‘credit’ represents the number of instructional hours per week. Credits are earned through theory, practicals, projects, and internships.
- 1 Credit = 1 Hour of Teaching / 2 Hours of Practical
- Total credits to graduate: 160–200, depending on the program
- Required CGPA for graduation: 5.0
- Based on VTU regulations
Credit Distribution Overview
A ‘credit’ represents the number of instructional hours per week. Credits are earned through theory, practicals, projects, and internships.
- 1 Credit = 1 Hour of Teaching / 2 Hours of Practical
- Total credits to graduate: 160–200, depending on the program
- Required CGPA for graduation: 5.0
- Based on VTU regulations
| Course Type | Approx. Credits |
|---|---|
| Core Courses | 100–120 |
| Electives (Program/Open) | 30–45 |
| Laboratory & Practical Work | 15–20 |
| Internship / Industry Exposure | 3–6 |
| Projects (Mini/Major) | 10–15 |
| Professional / Soft Skills | 3–5 |
How SGPA & CGPA are Calculated
Your performance is measured in terms of grade points.
Formula:
SGPA/CGPA = Σ(Credit × Grade Point) / Σ Credits
🎓 CGPA Calculator
CGPA = Σ(Credit × Grade Point) / Σ Credits
CGPA is the cumulative average across semesters. SGPA is per semester.
Earning Extra Credits
Earning Extra Credits
Students may earn additional credits through:
MOOC/NPTEL Courses approved by the department
Industrial Internships
Paper Publications & Competitions
Workshops and Co-curricular Activities
📌 Note: Approval from HOD and Academic Council may be required.
Credit Flexibility and Fast Track
SIT allows flexible learning with options like:
Fast Track Semester
Students with backlogs can complete courses earlier through the Fast Track semester, conducted during semester breaks. This enables:
Timely graduation
Reduced academic pressure
Better performance in regular semesters
Slow Progression Option
SIT supports students requiring academic accommodations by allowing:
Reduced course load per semester
Extended time to complete the program
Flexible academic planning with mentoring support
Lateral Entry & Credit Transfer
Eligible students (e.g., diploma holders or transfer cases) can:
Enter directly into higher semesters (Lateral Entry)
Transfer equivalent credits from recognized institutions
Reduce overall course duration or avoid repetition
Download & Resources
Download & Resources
📥 Credit Scheme PDF
📅 Academic Calendar
📘 VTU CBCS Handbook
