Private Universities in Chhattisgarh

S.No.	University Name	Date of Establishment
1	AAFT University of Media and Arts	17.04.2018
2	Amity University	21.08.2014
3	Dr. C.V. Raman University	03.11.2006
4	ICFAI University	24.03.2011
5	ISBM University	09.09.2016
6	ITM University	03.02.2012
7	K. K. Modi University	08.08.2018
8	Kalinga University	24.03.2011
9	Maharishi University of Management and Technology	17.04.2018
10	MATS University	03.11.2006
11	O.P. Jindal University	21.08.2014
12	Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University	17.04.2018

• AAFT University of Media and Arts

AAFT University of Media and Arts is established in 2018 under the aegis of Marwah Studios and managed to become known as a leading provider of entertainment and media conglomerate. AAFT group of institutions was established in 1993 at the prominent location of Film City, Noida as the education and training arm of Marwah Studios. With 25 years of proficiency and expertise in the field of film technology, it has imparted revolutionary media education to more than 17000 students and has achieved great compliments and honor over the course of time…

• Amity University

Amity University Raipur, Chhattisgarh is a part of a 20-year old, leading education group of India, set up with a vision to contribute to nation-building through education, where currently 1,50,000+ students are pursuing 250 programs across campuses in India and abroad.

Amity University Chhattisgarh (Raipur) is yet another landmark project by Amity to revolutionize the Indian higher education sector by providing globally benchmarked, research, and employment-oriented education.

• Dr. C.V. Raman University

Dr. C.V. Raman University was set up as Chhattisgarh's first private university on 3rd November 2006 and inaugurated on 14th October 2007, over a vast area of 55 acres with excellent infrastructure in the tribal region of Kota, District Bilaspur in Chhattisgarh. The university was established under Niji Vishwavidyalaya Adhiniyam in 2005. Over the years, the university has established itself as the research and educational hub of the region, covering a wide expanse of courses and fields like engineering, management, arts, science, education, law, IT, etc. The university started functioning as per its approved status and ordinances from the academic year (2007-08). It is recognized by UGC and approved by AICTE, NCTE, BCI as well as certified by ISO:9001:2008, a member of AIU, accredited with B+ grade by NAAC, listed in NIRF ranking. It is listed in the Top 30 Engineering Colleges in India (INDIA TODAY 2018).

• ICFAI University

The ICFAI University, Raipur has been established under Section 9(2) of the Chhattisgarh Private Universities (Establishment and Operations) Act 2005 and notified on March 25, 2011. The University has been empowered to award degrees by the University Grants Commission, under Section 22 of the UGC Act, 1956, and is featured in the list maintained by the UGC.

The University is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) New Delhi.

• ISBM University

ISBM University is a new-age university committed to providing innovative learning programs like Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication, Executive Master of Business Administration, Bachelors in Commerce, Diploma In Business Administration, Bachelors in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Diploma in Computer Application, Bachelor in Computer Application and Post Graduation Diploma in Computer Application to meet the requirements of the industry. ISBM University programs are research-driven, skill-based, and knowledge-intensive. The University is envisioned to be a center of academic innovation and research where students and faculty would collaborate to learn, research, create, innovate, inspire, and incubate.

ISBM University endeavors to offer services across the student-life cycle, supporting the students not only with teaching-learning but also with career development, skill enhancement, employment opportunities, business incubation, fundraising, and mentoring.

• ITM University

With around 27 years of relevant experience marching along with tons of successful stories, ITM Group of Institutions established ITM University Raipur, Chhattisgarh in 2012 with Management & Engineering programs.

Raipur happens to be one of the most important industrial and trading centers of Central India, hence it serves as a suitable location for creating fast-track careers. The capital city Raipur houses some of the most important departments of education in the state. With its launch in Raipur, ITM envisages a great learning opportunity for their students with well existing technological resources and guidance from Industry Experts and well-trained Faculties.

Due to its historical significance and learning opportunity, Raipur attracts a large number of tourists, including students. ITM University excelled through a year of success with its ambitious set of students, advanced infrastructure, recreational center and other features that create a holistic and studious ambiance.

ITM further aims to provide industry-relevant, product-specific & process-specific education to students, which will transform information into knowledge, making them efficient to enter the competitive world with explicit technical know-how and practical knowledge.

• K. K. Modi University

K.K. Modi University established in Durg(CG) by an act passed in Chhattisgarh Vidhan Sabha in 2018. This University is backed by Modi Enterprises, which was founded by Padma Bhushan Rai Bahadur Gujarmal Modi in 1933 and steered by his son Mr. K. K. Modi. Today Modi Enterprises is a USD 2.8 billion conglomerate, with 28000+ employees and reach in 100+ countries. K.K. Modi University offers degrees and diplomas in the field of Engineering, Management, Sciences, Hospitality, Travel & Tourism, and Design.

• Kalinga University

Kalinga University, Raipur has emerged as a center of excellence of higher education in Central India. Strategically located in the Smart City of New Raipur, this University has started carving a niche for itself in the education domain and is rising as a shining star on the horizon of quality education.

Established in 2013, this university has been able to win the confidence of over 7000 students. Meritorious students from all over the country and various foreign countries namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Nigeria, South Korea, and Uganda have chosen this University for their education and career.

• Maharishi University of Management and Technology

Maharishi University of Management and Technology (MUST), Mangla, Bilaspur (C.G) was established vide Chhattisgarh Private Universities (Establishment and Operations) (Amendment) Act 2018 and received the assent of Hon’ble Governor of C.G. on 13th April 2018 followed by the publication of Chhattisgarh Gazette (Extraordinary) on 17th April 2018. Dr. Girish Chandra Varma as Chancellor and Dr. Pankaj T. Chande as Vice-Chancellor and Dr. Vijay Garudik is appointed as the Registrar of Maharishi University of Management and Technology.

The Statutes and Ordinances of the University were approved by the C.G. State Government on 14 October 2019.

• MATS University

To become a world-class center in providing globally relevant education. MATS will be the Global University, known for the quality academic programs and outstanding faculty, products, and services to students and clients independent of place and time constraints. MATS University will be a benchmark institution for lifelong partnerships with students, the workforce, and public and private enterprises. Building on its proud tradition, MATS University will extend educational opportunities to those who will make our state (Chhattisgarh), our nation, and global society a better place to live and work.

• O.P. Jindal University

Founded by the Jindal Education and Welfare Society, OP Jindal University (OPJU) was set up to bring high-quality education to its students based on a world-class curriculum, the latest teaching methodology, and committed faculty members. The multidisciplinary university aims to develop young professionals and future leaders who will not only power growth and development in the state but also make a mark globally.

At the core of the university's philosophy and approach lies the belief that students learn best when exposed to real-world situations and when nurtured through enriching interactions with practitioners and professors. We at OPJU believe that every student has innate potential that can be unlocked through quality teaching and mentorship.

• Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University

Shri Rawatpura Sarkar University was founded in 2018 by Shri Rawatpura Sarkar Lok Kalyan Trust, Established Under section 2(f) of UGC Act 1956 & Approved by Chhattisgarh Private University Act,2005, “to promote the public welfare by exercising an influence in behalf of humanity and civilization.”

His Holiness Shri Ravi Shankar Ji Maharaj decided to build a university as the most fitting memorial. The university campus is located in Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh. The SRU made their plans just as the modern research university was taking form. At SRU we benchmark only against the best institutions around the world. Our faculty and senior team travel all over the globe to learn and imbibe the best practices so that we can give a solid foundation for learning.