The college is recognized under the regulatory framework of the University Grants Commission (UGC), which is the statutory body in India responsible for maintaining standards of higher education. UGC recognition confirms that the institution meets minimum academic and infrastructure standards set at the national level.
Viswajyothi College is approved by the AICTE, which is the national statutory body that ensures quality and standards in technical education (such as engineering and management programmes). AICTE approval is mandatory for technical institutions offering engineering degrees affiliated with universities.
Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology is affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) for its undergraduate (B.Tech) and postgraduate programmes. This means the degrees awarded to students are conferred through KTU and the college follows KTU-specified curriculum and examination regulations.
