Bharati Vidyapeeth is ranked 78th by NIRF 2024 in the University category. On an international scale, Bharati Vidyapeeth University holds the 701-750 position according to the QS World University Ranking 2023 in the Asian University category. Additionally, the university is ranked 189 in the QS World University Ranking 2023 for the Asian University Ranking - Southern Asia category.
Founded in 1964, Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University (BVDU) is a private institution recognized by the Government of India. Bharati Vidyapeeth University Pune has received an 'A+' Grade accreditation from NAAC. All programs offered at Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University are approved by the UGC and relevant statutory councils. BVDU is affiliated with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). Bharati Vidyapeeth is a Deemed University authorized to conduct its own examinations, including BVP CET for BTech and MTech, BMAT for MBA, and BUMAT for BBA and BCA admissions, among others.
Bharati Vidyapeeth University provides a range of diploma, certificate, undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses across various fields such as Arts, Law, Science, Management, and Commerce. Bharati Vidyapeeth University Pune features two campuses: the Pune Dhankawadi campus and the Pune Erandwane campus. The university boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure equipped with all necessary facilities to support students, faculty, and staff. Below are some key highlights regarding BVDU:
| Particulars | Bharati Vidyapeeth Highlights 2024 |
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Establishment year | 1964 |
Also known as | Bhartiya Vidya Peeth |
Ownership Type | Private Deemed to be University |
Location | Sadashiv Peth, Pune |
Campus size | - 85 acres (Dhankawadi campus) - 6.17 acres (Erandwane campus) |
Rankings 2024 | 78th by NIRF under the University category |
| Constitutent Units | - 17 (Dhankawadi campus) - 8 (Erandwane campus) |
| Popular courses | MBA, BTech |
| Application Process | Online |
| Admission Based | Entrance or Merit |
Officail website | www.bvuniversity.edu.in/ |
Bharati Vidyapeeth History
Here are some historical facts about Bharati Vidyapeeth:
- 1963: Dr. Patangrao Kadam became increasingly concerned about many Maharashtrian students who struggled to perform well in national entrance exams for the National Defence Academy and other competitive tests.
- 1964: The university was established in the older part of Pune city.
- 1996: Following the UGC's recommendation, the Government of India conferred the status of "Deemed to be University" upon a group of 12 colleges under Bharati Vidyapeeth, recognizing the university's academic excellence.
- 26th April 1996: A significant day for the BVP Pune community and its founder, Dr. Patangrao Kadam.
- 2005: The Government of India included seven colleges of Bharati Vidyapeeth located in various cities as constituent colleges of Bhartiya Vidya Peeth.
Today, Bharati Vidyapeeth Pune is a multi-campus deemed university.