GMR Institute of Technology Attains Deemed-to-be-University Status, Plans Major Academic Expansion
Hyderabad: GMR Institute of Technology (GMRIT), a fast-growing institution in the field of engineering and technology, has been granted Deemed-to-be-University status by the Ministry of Education under the UGC Act. With this significant recognition, the institute is set to embark on an ambitious phase of academic and infrastructural expansion.
Commenting on the achievement, Ashwini Saxena, CEO of GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, stated, “The Deemed-to-be-University status provides GMRIT with strategic autonomy to launch multidisciplinary programmes, deepen research and innovation, and build global collaborations.”
Established in 1997 and backed by GMR Varalakshmi Foundation (GMRVF), the CSR arm of the GMR Group, GMRIT brings nearly three decades of academic excellence and industry-oriented education. Over the years, the institution has consistently remained in the spotlight for its outcome-driven approach to education. It has successfully completed three cycles of NAAC accreditation and continues to evolve as a dynamic academic hub.Strategically positioned with improved connectivity to the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport, the institute is well placed to attract national and international collaborations. This enhanced connectivity is expected to further strengthen its global outreach and academic partnerships.
Recognized as a future-ready institution, GMRIT stands out for its global collaborations, focus on applied research, and employability-driven curriculum. The institute emphasizes mandated internships, strong placement support, and an innovative academic legacy, making it a valuable asset to the higher education sector.With its newly acquired Deemed-to-be-University status, GMRIT is poised to redefine excellence in engineering education while expanding its research capabilities and international engagement.
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