Student Clubs at GITAM University

GITAM University believes that a fulfilling college experience goes beyond academics. The vibrant student clubs across its campuses in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam offer students numerous opportunities to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and foster meaningful connections.

These clubs are organized under various categories to cater to diverse interests:

Cultural and Arts Clubs

These clubs allow students to explore their creativity through music, dance, acting, painting, and cultural exchange. They provide a space for self-expression, performance, and appreciation of global and regional art forms, helping build a culturally vibrant campus.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
Perspective Art Team	Bengaluru	Drawing, painting, and visual arts
Kalakrithi Cultural Club	All Campuses	Dance, music, acting, and fine arts
Dance Club, Kalakrithi	Visakhapatnam	Dance performances and training
Phonia, Kalakrithi	Visakhapatnam	Music appreciation and performance
FACES, Kalakrithi	Visakhapatnam	Acting, scriptwriting, theatre
Creative Arts, Kalakrithi	Visakhapatnam	Creative expression through various media
Anchoring Club GITAM	Visakhapatnam	Public speaking and emceeing
GITAM Cooking Club	All Campuses	Culinary exploration and recipe sharing
Korean Culture Club	All Campuses	Language and cultural exchange
Anime and Manga Club	All Campuses	Anime screenings, discussions, art
Anveshna	All Campuses	Artistic expression and cultural awareness
Vastranova	All Campuses	Fashion innovation and styling
GITAM Book Club	Visakhapatnam	Book discussions and literary bonding

Technical and Science Clubs

Designed for budding engineers, coders, and scientists, these clubs help students apply their classroom knowledge through hands-on projects, coding competitions, research activities, and innovation challenges. They nurture technical curiosity and prepare students for careers in STEM.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
GUSAC (Science Activity Centre)	Bengaluru & Visakhapatnam	Innovation, workshops, research
CodeX	Bengaluru	Coding, collaboration, and development
GitHub Community	Bengaluru	Software development and version control
Aeromodelling Club	Visakhapatnam	Model aircraft design and flying
Cysec	Visakhapatnam & Bengaluru	Cybersecurity awareness
AGROW	Visakhapatnam	Science and entrepreneurship
GITAM GLUG	Visakhapatnam	Open-source software education
CATS	Visakhapatnam	Technological solutions and ideation
BioTech IE (I)	Visakhapatnam	Biotechnology and immunology events
TEAM NOVUS	Visakhapatnam	Technical skill development
Aero Astro	Visakhapatnam	Space and rocket science exploration
Engineers Without Borders	All Campuses	Technology for social impact

Entrepreneurship and Business Clubs

These clubs inspire students to think like entrepreneurs. By offering networking opportunities, pitch events, and incubation support, they empower students to bring ideas to life and understand core business principles.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
E-Club / Entrepreneurship Club	All Campuses	Startup ecosystem, business skills
GITAM Innovation Center	All Campuses	Product ideation and incubation

Communication and Soft Skills Clubs

Focused on professional development, these clubs help students build essential communication, debate, and leadership skills. Through engaging activities like presentations and mock interviews, students learn to express themselves clearly and confidently.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
Speaking Club	Bengaluru	Public speaking and debates
Soft Skills and Communication	Visakhapatnam	Professional communication training
GITAM Toastmasters Club	Visakhapatnam	Leadership and oratory skills
The Debate Society	All Campuses	Argument development and competitions

Social and Community Service Clubs

These clubs emphasize compassion, service, and leadership. Students participate in social outreach, healthcare, environmental awareness, and inclusivity initiatives—helping them become socially responsible citizens.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
AIKYA	Visakhapatnam	Personal growth and community bonding
Helping Hands GIMSR	Visakhapatnam	Volunteering in healthcare and education
The Finer Things Club	Visakhapatnam	Cultural discussions and debates
NSS (National Service Scheme)	Visakhapatnam	Community outreach and social work
NCC (National Cadet Corps)	Visakhapatnam	Leadership, discipline, civic engagement
Rotaract Club of GITAM (RACG)	Visakhapatnam	Networking and social initiatives
Disha	All Campuses	Personal development and service
Charaiveti	All Campuses	National development and service
ETHOS	All Campuses	Diversity, respect, campus inclusion
SAGA	Visakhapatnam	LGBTQ+ awareness and advocacy
The Wave	All Campuses	Student-led dialogue on current events
Women Leaders Forum	All Campuses	Gender equality and empowerment
GITAM International Students Association (GISA)	Visakhapatnam	Cultural exchange and student support

Media and Photography Clubs

These clubs capture campus life through storytelling, photography, videography, and journalism. Members learn digital tools and visual storytelling, while documenting events and publishing creative content.

Club Name	Campus	Focus Area
G-Studio	Bengaluru	Photography and creative documentation
Crescendo GITAM	Visakhapatnam	Campus journalism and content
G-Studio Media Club	All Campuses	Videography, editing, photography
GITAM 360 Project	Visakhapatnam	Google Street View of the campus

Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

SIGs provide focused spaces for students to dive deep into niche interests like global diplomacy, writing, internships, and biotechnology. These groups are student-driven and offer specialized learning and collaboration opportunities.

Group Name	Campus	Focus Area
Student Internships Club	All Campuses	Career readiness and mentorship
GITAM Biotechnology Club	All Campuses	Bio-research and innovation
GMUN (Model UN)	All Campuses	Diplomacy, global policy simulation
GITAM Writers Club	All Campuses	Creative writing, poetry, storytelling

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