Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, commonly known as Amrita University, was founded in 2003 by spiritual leader and humanitarian Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma). It is a multi-campus, multi-disciplinary private university headquartered in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The university was established with a focus on values-based education, research, and service to society.

Official website: https://www.amrita.edu/

It is managed by the Mata Amritanandamayi Math and has quickly grown to become one of India’s top-ranked private institutions. Despite being relatively young, Amrita has made significant strides in research, innovation, and global collaborations.

Facilities

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has campuses in Coimbatore, Amritapuri (Kerala), Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Mysuru, and Faridabad (Delhi NCR). Each campus is well-equipped with modern infrastructure and facilities. Some of the key features include:

Academic Blocks and Labs – Advanced research labs and classrooms for engineering, medicine, business, science, humanities, and social work.

Central and Departmental Libraries – Large collections of books, journals, and digital resources across all campuses.

Hostels – Well-maintained residential facilities with clean surroundings and high security for both boys and girls.

Healthcare – The Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences (AIMS) in Kochi is one of India’s leading hospitals and serves as a teaching hospital for medical students.

Innovation and Research Centers – Includes centers for AI, robotics, sustainable development, cybersecurity, nanotechnology, and disaster management.

Green and Secure Campuses – Clean, eco-friendly environments with Wi-Fi connectivity and well-maintained recreational facilities.

Reputation

Amrita University is widely respected for its emphasis on academic excellence, research, and values-based education. It has consistently ranked among the top private universities in India. In the NIRF rankings, Amrita is regularly placed in the top 10 among universities in India. It has also received 'A++' accreditation from NAAC.

The university is recognized for its strong global ties with institutions such as Stanford, Harvard, Oxford, and the University of Tokyo. Its engineering, medical, and computer science programs are especially well regarded.

In addition to academic strength, Amrita is known for its focus on community service, social responsibility, and humanitarian values, making it unique among Indian universities.