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45 Years of Excellence

Where Knowledge Meets Innovation.

Established 1981 · Deemed University since 2001 · India's 48th Deemed University — shaping professionals across medicine, engineering, law and beyond across 4 campuses.

Academic Legacy

One of India’s Largest Universities.

VMRF(DU) offers one of the most diversified academic ecosystems in India, spanning Medicine, Paramedicine, Engineering & Technology, Management, and a wide range of academic disciplines. Its main campus in Salem is a scenic landmark surrounded by mountains.

15 Disciplines - 27 Institutions

One University, Endless Directions

Explore diverse disciplines, interdisciplinary opportunities, and a wide range of academic pathways designed to help every learner discover their direction and shape their future.

01/03
1981
Year Established
4
Campuses
27
Institutions
21k +
Students Enrolled
4k +
Faculty & Staff
120+
MoUs & Collaborations
46
Research Centres
About VMRFDU
Est. 1981 · 48th Deemed University in India

Our Legacy & Growth

Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (Deemed to be University) grew from a single trust into a multi-campus university over four decades — guided by Founder-Chairman Late Dr. A. Shanmugasundaram.

2001
Deemed University Status

Conferred by the Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 — 28 years after the Mission's 1981 origin as TKVTSSMECT, and 19 years after its first institution opened in 1982.

27 Institutions
across four campuses
17.77 Cr sq.ft
Of state-of-the-art infrastructure
170+ Programs Salem · Chennai · Puducherry · Karaikal NAAC 'A' Grade
Our Locations

Our Campuses

Constituent colleges across Salem, Chennai, Puducherry & Karaikal

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Rankings & Accreditations

Recognised for Excellence
Nationally & Globally.

Consistently ranked and accredited by India's and the world's most prestigious bodies across academics, research and institutional quality.

'A'
NAAC Grade
3.13
CGPA / 4.00
151–200
NIRF 2024
16+
Rankings
Student Stories

Distinguished Alumni Speak

Dr Hazeeb Rahman
Dr Hazeeb Rahman
Chairman Padiyath, Healthcare, Congo

.

S.Alagappan
S.Alagappan
CEO, ALS Innovatives

..

Dr Saravanan Thiagarajan
Dr Saravanan Thiagarajan
Rheumatologist Louisiana USA

,

Dr Anil Kishen
Dr Anil Kishen
Professor, Toronto University Canada

The college takes pride in its distinguished alumni, whose remarkable achievements serve as beacons of inspiration, embodying the transformative power of education and the boundless potential of human endeavor.

Kanikkai Steni Balan
Kanikkai Steni Balan
D.Sc.Loma Linda University CA

.,

Dr. Sherry Andrews
Dr. Sherry Andrews

Vinayaka Missions Shankaracharya Dental College gave me the strong foundation that shaped my career. The clinical exposure and dedicated teachers built my confidence, skills, and compassion. I proudly carry the values and lessons learned from my alma mater. Forever grateful and wishing the institution continued success.

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Our Recruiters

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Companies Visited
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Offers Made
₹17.7 LPA
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Research & Innovation

Research Outcomes
at a Glance.

VMRFDU engages in specialised and interdisciplinary research across health sciences, allied sciences and engineering — building an extensive network with pioneering institutions nationally and internationally. Recognised by DSIR as a Scientific & Industrial Research Organisation.

DSIR
Recognised by
DSIR — Govt. of India
Scientific & Industrial
Research Organisation
Research Data & Statistics (Auto-Scroll · Hover to Pause)
5749 +
No. of Scopus Indexed Publications
34585 +
Total Scopus Citations
68 +
Scopus h Index
2605 +
Total WoS Publications
16641 +
WoS Citations
52 +
WoS h index
203 +
Total Patents Granted
289 +
Total Patents Published
496 +
Total Patents Filed
434.6 lakhs
Extramural Projects
6826 lakhs
Extramural Proposals
73 +
Copyrights Registered (Granted)
5749 +
No. of Scopus Indexed Publications
34585 +
Total Scopus Citations
68 +
Scopus h Index
2605 +
Total WoS Publications
16641 +
WoS Citations
52 +
WoS h index
203 +
Total Patents Granted
289 +
Total Patents Published
496 +
Total Patents Filed
434.6 lakhs
Extramural Projects
6826 lakhs
Extramural Proposals
73 +
Copyrights Registered (Granted)
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