MGM University
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| Motto | Empowering through Education |
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| Type | Self-financed Private State University |
| Established | 1 January 1982 |
| Chancellor | K. K. Wagh |
| Vice-Chancellor | Dr. Vilas Sapkal |
| Address | N-6, Cidco, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra 431003, India , Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar , Maharashtra , India |
| Campus | Urban |
| Affiliations | UGC, AICTE, NAAC |
| Website | mgmu.ac.in |
MGM University is a self-financed private state university located in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra, India. It was established on 1 January 1982 by the Mahatma Gandhi Mission Trust and recognised as a state university under the MGM University Act, 2019 enacted by the Government of Maharashtra.[1][2][3][4]
History
MGM University originated from educational institutions established by the Mahatma Gandhi Mission Trust in 1982. The trust established several colleges in Aurangabad, Navi Mumbai, and other areas of Maharashtra, offering education in engineering, medical sciences, management, and allied fields.[5] One of its key institutions, the Jawaharlal Nehru Engineering College (JNEC), founded in 1983, later became a constituent college of MGM University following the enactment of the MGM University Act, 2019.[6]
Establishment
The Government of Maharashtra enacted the MGM University Act, 2019, conferring university status on the existing institutions under the Mahatma Gandhi Mission Trust. Academic operations under the university structure began in the 2019–20 academic year.[7]
Academics
MGM University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across disciplines including engineering, architecture, management, law, science, social science, and fine arts.[2] The university’s curriculum follows India’s National Education Policy 2020 (NEP) and includes practical and research-oriented components.
Faculties and Schools
The university operates through several faculties and schools:
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology (JNEC)
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Management Studies
- Faculty of Performing Arts
- Faculty of Design and Architecture
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Liberal Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Computer Science and IT
Accreditation and Recognition
MGM University holds accreditation and recognition from national bodies:
- Accredited 'A' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
- Recognised under section 2(f) of the UGC Act
- Constituent institutions approved by AICTE and Council of Architecture
Campus
The main campus is located in N-6, Cidco, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. Facilities include academic buildings, research centres, hostels, libraries, and innovation laboratories. The campus supports interdisciplinary learning and community programs.
Research and Innovation
Research at MGM University focuses on renewable energy, sustainable development, artificial intelligence, health sciences, and environmental engineering. The university’s research centres collaborate with industries and government bodies to support technological and social innovation.
Constituent Institutions
Notable institutions affiliated with MGM University include:
- Jawaharlal Nehru Engineering College (JNEC)
- MGM Institute of Management
- MGM Institute of Health Sciences
- MGM College of Journalism and Mass Communication
- MGM School of Fine Arts and Design
See also
References
External links
- Official website
- CUET NTA - MGM University
- Careers360 - MGM University Aurangabad
- Collegedunia - MGM University
- Supreme X - MGM University
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