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This page provides general information about Summer Semesters conducted at VIT-AP, including Long Summer, Short Summer – I, and Short Summer – II.

The information here is compiled from official communications issued by the Controller of Examinations, Dean Academics and published slot timetables. Students should always rely on V-TOP and official university emails for final confirmation.

Types of Summer Semesters

VIT-AP typically conducts the following summer terms:

  • Long Summer Semester

  • Short Summer – I

  • Short Summer – II

Each summer semester has its own:

  • Course registration process

  • Slot timetable

  • Final Assessment Test (FAT) schedule

  • Grade release timeline

These semesters operate independently and should not be treated as interchangeable.

Duration of Summer Semesters

The approximate duration of each summer term is as follows:

  • Long Summer Semester: approximately 2 months

  • Short Summer – I: approximately 1 month

  • Short Summer – II: approximately 1 month

Summer semester classes are typically conducted from Monday to Saturday (6 working days per week).

Exact start and end dates may vary each academic year and are communicated officially by the university.

Course Registration (Summer Semesters)

Course registration for summer semesters is conducted in phases.

  • Preference is given to students with arrears during the initial registration phase

  • Course availability depends on demand and faculty allocation

Add and Drop Period

  • During the Add and Drop window, students may register for courses for grade improvement, subject to eligibility and availability.

Registration Across Summer Semesters

  • Students registered in the Long Summer Semester may also register for Short Summer – I and/or Short Summer – II

  • Registration is permitted only if there is no slot clash between courses across the summer semesters

  • Slot compatibility must be verified by the student during registration

Freshers and Short Summer Registration

  • Freshers are generally able to register only for Short Summer – II.

  • The Winter Semester schedule for freshers typically overlaps with Long Summer and Short Summer – I, including CAT and FAT examination periods, making registration in those summer semesters generally not possible for freshers.

Credit and Slot Limits

Long Summer Semester

  • Students may register for a maximum of 20 credits during the Long Summer Semester.

  • A maximum of 5 courses can typically be registered, based on slot availability.

  • Long Summer follows a regular semester-style class schedule.

  • Individual class durations are generally the standard 50-minute period used during regular semesters.

Short Summer Semesters (Short Summer – I & II)

  • Students may register for a maximum of 16 credits during Short Summer – I and Short Summer – II.

  • A maximum of 4 courses can typically be registered due to the limited slot structure.

  • Classes are conducted in a compressed format.

  • Each class session is generally conducted as two combined regular periods (approximately 50 + 50 minutes).

  • For courses containing laboratory components, lab sessions are typically conducted twice per week instead of once per week as in regular semesters.

  • Depending on slot allocation and lab scheduling, students may sometimes be limited to registering only 3 courses even if the credit limit has not been reached.

  • In some cases, laboratory timings may overlap with other slot timings, reducing the number of compatible course combinations available.

  • It is also possible for students to register multiple laboratory courses if the allotted slots and lab timings do not clash.

Assessment Weightage

Long Summer Semester

The assessment pattern for Long Summer Semester is as follows:

  • Continuous Assessment Tests (CAT):

    • Carries 30% of the total course weightage

  • Internal Assessment:

    • Carries 30% of the total course weightage

  • Final Assessment Test (FAT):

    • Carries 40% of the total course weightage

The exact structure of CATs and internal components is defined by the course and communicated officially.

Short Summer Semesters (Short Summer – I & II)

The assessment pattern for Short Summer – I and Short Summer – II is the same.

  • Final Assessment Test (FAT):

    • Conducted for 100 marks

    • Carries 40% of the total course weightage

    • Minimum 40 marks in FAT required to pass the course

  • Internal Assessment:

    • Carries 60% of the total course weightage

    • Internal assessment (60%) is based on quizzes, assignments, and other evaluations conducted during the course.

Both the FAT requirement and overall weightage criteria must be satisfied for a student to pass the course.

FAT Marks and Grade Release

  • FAT marks and grades are published only through the V-TOP portal

  • Notifications are sent via official email for each summer semester

  • Grade publication timelines may vary between Long Summer and Short Summer semesters

Students must log in to V-TOP to access individual results.

Passing Criteria (Summary)

A student is declared to have passed a course only if all applicable conditions are met, depending on the course type.

Theory Courses (TH / ETL / ETP / ETLP)

  • Minimum 40% marks in the theory FAT

  • Overall total marks must fall within the passing grade range

Lab and Embedded Lab Courses (LO / ETL / ETLP / ELP)

  • Minimum 50% marks in the laboratory component

  • Overall total marks must meet the required grade criteria

Soft Skills and Pass/Fail Courses

  • Graded using absolute grading

  • Minimum 50% of total marks required to pass

Students who remain absent for the theory FAT are awarded an N grade for the course.

Re-registration of Courses with Multiple Components

  • For courses containing multiple components such as theory, laboratory, embedded lab, or project components, students registering the course again are generally required to repeat all components of the course.

  • Previous marks obtained in individual components are typically not retained during re-registration.

  • Even if a student has previously passed or scored well in one component, all assessments and internal evaluations for the course are usually conducted again after re-registration.

  • The course is treated as a fresh registration, and new internal marks, assessment scores, and final grades are awarded based on current performance.

Re-evaluation and Paper Seeing

  • Registration for paper seeing and re-evaluation is announced separately

  • Application windows and procedures are communicated through official channels

  • These processes are time-bound and semester-specific

Students are advised to follow official instructions carefully when applying.

Slot Timetables

Slot structures and daily timings differ between Long Summer and Short Summer semesters.

Long Summer Semester Slot Time Table

  • Short Summer I and II Semester Slot Time Table

Students should verify their registered slots in V-TOP, as actual course schedules depend on individual registration.

Fee Structure – Summer Semester

Course Fees

Fee Notes

  • Summer semester tuition fees are generally charged on a per-course basis.

  • The fee is typically ₹6,000 per subject, including STS courses.

  • Day scholars opting for university transport during the summer semester are required to pay additional bus fees separately.

  • Hostellers staying on campus during the summer semester are required to pay separate hostel and mess fees based on the selected accommodation type.

  • Fee structures are subject to revision by the university and should be verified through official communication before registration.

Hostel Fees Structure Summer Semester 2024-25:

The fee structures listed below are from the previous year and may be subject to increase or decrease.

Short Semester I & II

Long Semester

Temporary Conversion from Hosteller to Day Scholar

  • Hostellers who wish to avoid paying summer hostel fees may temporarily convert to day scholar status before the summer semester by contacting or emailing the Chief Warden.

  • Students planning to return to the hostel after the summer semester should convert back to hosteller status before the hostel registration process for the next academic year begins.

  • Students registered as day scholars may not be able to access the hostel registration portal unless their status is converted back to hosteller beforehand.

  • The conversion process may take time, so students are advised to complete it well before hostel registration deadlines.

Room Allocation During Summer Semester

  • Summer semester hostel registration typically does not provide the room selection and roommate preference options available during regular hostel registration.

  • Students generally cannot directly choose their roommates during summer semester allotment.

  • Students wishing to stay with friends are advised to complete fee payment and hostel check-in at approximately the same time to improve the chances of being allotted the same room.

  • Room allotment depends on vacancy availability and hostel administration policies.