Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI) formerly known as Deccan Sugar Institute, is an autonomous body that is a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, of 1860, and under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, of 1950. VSI Pune was established in the year 1975 by the sugarcane grower members of cooperative sugar factories in the State of Maharashtra. It is the only organization of its kind in the world. VSI is recognized as a Centre for Research by the Department of Science and Technology of the Central Government. It is also recognized as a Centre of Research for undertaking studies leading to Ph.D. degrees University of Pune and Shivaji University, Kolhapur, Latur.

Vasantdada Sugar Institute Pune is affiliated to Savitrivai Phule Pune University. The college offers PG Diploma, M.Sc., and Certification programs under various specializations. Admission to VSI Pune is based on the performance in the entrance test conducted by the institute. The institute has a well-infrastructure and various facilities are provided to students. The top recruiters at this college are Praj Industries, United Breweries Ltd., DIAGEO, Carlsberg India Pvt. Ltd., Seagram Distilleries, Ravalgaon Sugars, Pioneer Distilleries, Tilaknagar Industries Ltd., South Seas Distilleries, Ganesh Khand Udyog and many more.

Table of Contents

  1. VSI Pune Highlights
  2. VSI Pune Course and Fees
  3. VSI Pune Placement
  4. VSI Pune Facilities
  5. VSI Pune FAQs

VSI Pune Highlights

Particulars Details
Year of establishment 19 November 1975
Type of Institute Private
Affiliated to Savitrivai Phule Pune University
Courses Offered UG & PG
Admission Criteria Entrance Based
Entrance mode Online/ Offline
Application mode Offline
Official Website https://www.vsisugar.com/

VSI Pune Course and Fees

Course Name Details Selection Criteria
M.Sc
  • Duration: 2
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have passed B.Sc. ( Wine Technology, Bio-Technology/ Microbiology/ Chemistry/ Agriculture/ Botany/ Zoology/ PGDIFAT) OR B.E./ B.Tech. (Chemical/ Biotechnology/ Food).
 Marks obtained in Entrance Exam and Performance in Interview
Certification
  • Duration: 6 months- 1 year
  • Fees: INR 37,000
  • Eligibility: Candidates should have passed Graduation in the relevant stream from the recognized University.
 Marks obtained in Entrance Exam and Performance in Interview
PG Diploma
  • Duration: 2
  • Fees: 37,000 (1st year fees)
  • Eligibility: Candidates should have passed B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Statistics, Sugar Technology) OR B.E. (Chemical/ Agricultural Engineering) OR B.Tech. (Chemical).
 Marks obtained in Entrance Exam and Performance in Interview
Polytechnic
  • Duration: 2 years 6 months
  • Fees: INR 31,000 (1st year fees)
  • Eligibility: Candidates should have passed B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Electronics) OR B.E. (Instrumentation/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Agricultural Engineering).
 Marks obtained in Entrance Exam and Performance in Interview

VSI Pune Placement

VSI Pune is in contact with many sugar industries, machinery manufacturers, allied industries and distilleries, etc. for placement of potential candidates. A placement cell at the Registrar Section constantly interacts with the industry for placements. Students can find employment opportunities and build their careers in sugar mills; distilleries; Government Organizations; research institutes; academic institutes; consultancy organizations etc.

The following companies have considered VSI students for the recruitment of suitable posts;

  • Seagram Distilleries
  • Ravalgaon Sugars
  • United Spirits Ltd.
  • Pioneer Distilleries
  • Ganesh Khand Udyog
  • Ugar Sugars
  • Renuka Sugars
  • John Distilleries, Banglore
  • Tilaknagar Industries Ltd.
  • South Seas Distilleries
  • Radico N.V. Distilleries
  • Allied Blenders and Distillers
  • Gems Sugar, Karnataka.
  • Uttam Industries, Ghaziabad
  • Vijaynagar Sugar
  • Jay Mahesh
  • Chamundeshwari Sugar
  • DSCL Sugar
  • Copper Sugar
  • Bajaj Hindustan Ltd.
  • Sabmiller Breweries P. Ltd.
  • United Breweries P. Ltd.
  • Carlsberg India P. Ltd.
  • Som Group of companies
  • BANGALORE BREW WORKS
  • Brewcrafts Microbrewing P. Ltd
  • Cerveza Brewery and restaurant IIP
  • Big Pitcher Brewery
  • TJ Breworks, Amnora Park
  • Bombay Breweries Ltd.
  • Moet Hennessy India
  • Fratelli Wines P. Ltd.
  • Effingut Brewerkz
  • The Biere Club Brewpub
  • Kimaya Brewing Company
  • Smokie(Deccan Brewing Company)
  • Event Horizon Beverages P. Ltd.
  • Bombay Duck Brewing Company
  • Brew Masters Brewing Company, Bangalore Wing Company)
  • Goa Brewing Company
  • Yavasura Brews llP
  • Snj Breweries India Ltd.
  • Globus Spirits
  • Novozynes
  • Brentaag

VSI Pune Facilities

Vasantdada Sugar Institute Pune has modern infrastructure and facilities. Some of the facilities are mentioned below:

  • Hostel: The hostel has the capacity to accommodate 350 students. Facilities such as mess, recreation hall and sports are available in the hostel. In addition, the Institute has a well-furnished International Students Hostel with 9 A/C, 53 Non A/C self-contained rooms equipped with gymnasium hall, reading & recreation hall
  • Library: The library at VSI houses over 18,000 books and reference materials with information related to Sugar technology, science, engineering and also the allied fields.
  • Laboratories: VSI has modern laboratories, accredited by NABL, for agriculture, chemistry, sugar technology, alcohol technology, molecular biology, genetic engineering, electronics & computer as well as instrumentation.
  • Other Facilities such as Computer Centre, Digitalized classrooms, Engineering Workshop, and Auditorium are also built for students.

VSI Pune FAQs

Ques: Is VSI a government or private organization?

Ans: Vasantdada Sugar Institute (VSI) formerly known as Deccan Sugar Institute, is an autonomous body that is a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, of 1860 and under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, of 1950.

Ques: Who is the director of Vasantdada Sugar Institute?

Ans: The director of VSI Pune is Sharadchandraji Pawar, Former Union Cabinet Minister, Agriculture and Food Processing Industries, Government of India and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

Ques: What are the placement opportunities at VSI Pune?

Ans: Vasantdada Sugar Institute provides various opportunities to seek employment by inviting companies to recruit them. The companies have considered VSI students for the recruitment are Seagram Distilleries, Ravalgaon Sugars, United Spirits Ltd., Pioneer Distilleries.

Ques: How to apply for admission to VSI Pune?

Ans: All the eligible students can apply offline and appear in the entrance test. Selection of candidates will be based on entrance test performance followed by a personal interview

Ques: Does VSI provide a hostel and accommodation to its students?

Ans: Yes, hostel facilities are available at VSI Pune for its students. It also provides a separate hostel for foreign students. The institute has a well furnished International Students Hostel with 9 A/C, 53 Non A/C. self contained rooms equipped with gymnasium hall, reading & recreation hall.

Ques: Does VSI Pune provide scholarships?

Ans: No, VSI Pune does not provide scholarships or concessions of its own.

Ques: How are the jobs at Vasantdada Sugar Institute Pune?

Ans: Students passing out from Vasantdada Sugar Institute Pune can find employment and build their career in sugar mills; distilleries; Government Organizations; research institutes; academic institutes; consultancy organizations etc.

Ques: What is the VSI Pune's official website?

Ans: The official Website of VSI Pune is http://www.vsisugar.com. Candidates can reach out the college through Email: admin@vsisugar.org.in (VSI Communications/ Administration)

Ques: How is the admission procedure at VSI Pune?

Ans: Candidates can take the prescribed application form along with the prospectus from the office of the Registrar, on payment of Rs.500/- in cash at the cash counter of Accounts Branch, VSI in person or on payment of Rs.500/- by Demand Draft in favor of VASANTDADA SUGAR INSTITUTE drawn on any Nationalized Bank payable at Pune. However, IPOs & money-orders will not be accepted. Another way is to Candidates can download application form here and send the form duly filled to the Registrar office along with a Demand Draft drawn on any Nationalized Bank of Rs.500/- in favor of VASANTDADA SUGAR INSTITUTE payable at Pune. Candidates should fill in the application form carefully and completely in English and submit as instructed. The candidates should ensure that all the enclosures are clear and legible and are properly attached to the application form. Copies of certificates, marks lists, etc. must be attached to the application form and should be attested by the Principal/ Professor of the College/ Gazetted Officer/ Managing Director of sugar mill/ distillery.