AVSAS stands for the School of Arts & Science (SAS), a constituent college of the Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (VMRF) (Deemed to be University). It is located in the Chennai Campus of VMRF

AVSAS (SAS) is the Vinayaka Mission's Arts and Science college in Chennai, a constituent college of VMRF, focusing on delivering a holistic, industry-ready education on the OMR IT corridor.

Overview and Establishment

School of Arts & Science (SAS) at the Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (VMRF), Chennai Campus, was established in 2017. Its primary objective is to nurture young minds towards excellence through education and contribute significantly to social welfare.

• Parent Institution: Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (Deemed to be University).

• Motto: "To Dream Is Not Enough, To Dream And Achieve Is What Is Required."

• Location: The college is strategically situated on the Rajiv Gandhi Salai (Old Mahabalipuram Road - OMR) in Paiyanoor, Chennai. This location places it near Chennai's thriving IT Corridor, offering proximity to major companies for industry interaction and placement opportunities.

Academic Programs and Departments

SAS offers a wide range of undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and Ph.D. programs, with an increasing focus on modern, industry-aligned courses.

• Departments:

  • Tamil

  • English

  • Mathematics

  • Physics

  • Chemistry

  • Computer Science

  • Commerce

  • Business Administration

• Programs of Focus: Includes traditional Arts & Science courses alongside specialized programs like BCA, B.Com (Hons), B.Sc. Psychology, B.Sc. Food Science & Nutrition, M.Sc. Data Science, and M.Sc. Biochemistry.

Infrastructure and Features

The college emphasizes modern facilities and a conducive learning environment:

• Campus: Features a green and serene atmosphere.

• Infrastructure: Includes smart classrooms, a Central Library, separate hostels, sports grounds, and specialized labs.

• Advanced Labs & Research: It houses state-of-the-art research facilities, including an Artificial Intelligence Lab, Nanoscience and Technology Lab, and a dedicated Ganesan Incubation Entrepreneurship Center (GIEC) to foster startups and entrepreneurship.

• Industry Collaboration: The college has collaborations with tech giants like Intel and NEC, Japan, to provide certifications in trending technologies such as AI, IoT, Data Science, and Cybersecurity.

Key Highlights and Recognition

• The institution was ranked 12th under the IIRF (Indian Institutional Ranking Framework) 2025 for Best BCA Colleges.

• It has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 Promising Colleges from Chennai" for 2023 by the Higher Education Review.

• The college provides comprehensive scholarship programs to empower bright, underprivileged, and rural students.

• Placement efforts focus on enhancing English communication, aptitude, and core technical skills to prepare students for core industries.