Prof. (Dr). P.K. Sudhir
BHMS, MD(Hom) · Vice Chancellor – Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation (Deemed to be University)
A Journey from Calicut to Leading a Premier Deemed University
Prof. (Dr) P.K. Sudhir is the Vice Chancellor of the esteemed Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University) [VMRF(DU)], which is the 48th Deemed University in India with 13 constituent Colleges and 12 constituent Schools under its ambit.
He obtained his graduation and post graduation in Homoeopathy from Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Calicut, Kerala which is affiliated to University of Calicut and holds the distinction of being the first resident to obtain MD (Hom) in India in the year 1995. He brings over 34 years of rich professional, academic, and administrative expertise.
Dr. Sudhir started his academic career in Father Muller’s Homoeopathic Medical College, Mangalore, Karnataka and served in various positions. He also served as the Principal of Vinayaka Mission’s Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital, Salem, a constituent college of VMRF(DU), for a period of 10 years. Later, he became the Founder Controller of Examinations of Kerala University of Health Sciences, Thrissur, a State Government University, for 8 years across two terms. During his tenure, he was instrumental in establishing a reliable, valid, secure, and innovative examination system with the best use of technology.
In 2018, Prof. (Dr) P.K. Sudhir was appointed as the Vice Chancellor of VMRF(DU), Salem, and was recently reappointed for another term of 5 years based on his significant contributions in uplifting the University towards Academic Excellence, Research Excellence, Public Service Excellence, Partnership Excellence, and Institutional Excellence.
Prof. (Dr). P.K. Sudhir
BHMS, MD(Hom) · Vice Chancellor, VMRF(DU)
Milestones of Academic Leadership & Reform
A timeline of pioneering contributions to homoeopathic education and university governance
First MD (Hom) Resident in India
Made history by becoming the first resident to obtain a postgraduate degree in Homoeopathy from Government Homoeopathic Medical College, Calicut.
Principal, VMRF Homoeopathic Medical College, Salem
Served for a decade as Principal, shaping the institution’s academic and clinical training standards.
Founder Controller of Examinations, KUHS
Instrumental in establishing a tech-driven, secure, and innovative examination system for Kerala University of Health Sciences over two terms.
Appointed Vice Chancellor, VMRF(DU)
Took the helm of the 48th Deemed University in India, beginning a transformative era of multi-directional excellence.
Reappointed for Second Term as Vice Chancellor
Recognized for significant contributions, reappointed to lead the university towards greater academic and research heights.
National Governance Roles
Serves as Governing Council member of National Homoeopathy Research Institute in Mental Health, Kottayam, and former member of Central Council of Homoeopathy.
National Recognitions & Governance Roles
Scholarly Contributions & Editorial Leadership
30+ Scientific Publications · Editorial Board Member for Various Scientific Journals · Invited Speaker in India and Abroad
A Legacy of Examination Reform & Academic Excellence
Prof. (Dr). P.K. Sudhir’s visionary leadership continues to drive Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation towards unprecedented heights. Through pioneering examination systems, robust research culture, and unwavering commitment to public service, he exemplifies leadership that transforms institutions and lives.