About VTU Consortium
Empowering academic excellence through collaborative resource sharing and innovative digital solutions
Our Vision
To be the premier digital consortium that transforms academic research and learning through innovative resource sharing, fostering excellence in education and research across all member institutions of Visvesvaraya Technological University.
Our Mission
To provide seamless access to world-class digital resources, facilitate collaborative research initiatives, and support the academic community through comprehensive library services, training programs, and technological innovation.
Preamble
The VTU Consortium represents a groundbreaking initiative in academic resource sharing, bringing together the collective strength of engineering institutions under the Visvesvaraya Technological University umbrella. Established to democratize access to premium academic resources, the consortium embodies the spirit of collaboration and shared knowledge that drives educational excellence.
University Background
Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), established in 1998, stands as one of India's largest technological universities, serving over 210 colleges across Karnataka state.
Library Network
Comprehensive library infrastructure supporting academic excellence
Central Library
State-of-the-art central library facility with comprehensive collection and digital resources
College Libraries
Network of individual college libraries connected through the consortium platform
Digital Resources
Extensive digital collection including e-books, journals, and research databases
Our Aims
Core objectives driving our consortium forward
Resource Sharing
Facilitate seamless sharing of academic resources across all member institutions
Cost Optimization
Reduce individual institutional costs through collective procurement and licensing
Quality Enhancement
Improve the quality of education and research through premium resource access
Innovation Support
Foster innovation and research excellence through advanced digital tools
Member Colleges by Region
Explore our network of engineering and architecture institutions across Karnataka