With Deemed University status, GMRIT is set to expand into multidisciplinary sciences and applied research, with a focus on medical and allied health fields.
Andhra Pradesh‑based engineering and technology institute, GMR Institute of Technology (GMRIT), has been notified as a ‘Deemed to be University’ by the Ministry of Education under the University Grants Commission (UGC) Act, positioning the institution for its next phase of academic and institutional expansion.
Established in 1997 and backed by strong governance under the GMR Varalakshmi Foundation—the CSR arm of the $3.3 billion aviation to energy GMR Group—GMRIT is known for academic excellence, strong industry integration, and innovation‑driven, multidisciplinary education. It has built a reputation for outcome‑driven education, industry integration, and disciplined institutional management. Autonomous since 2012, the Institute has consistently aligned curricula with evolving industry needs and emerging technologies.
GMRIT’s academic credibility is underscored by its three‑cycle endorsement from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and programme‑level recognition from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). The institute has also developed strong industry linkages, ensuring internships for all students and maintaining a robust placement record with leading Indian and global employers.
The 130‑acre integrated campus, combined with improved connectivity through the upcoming Bhogapuram International Airport, positions GMRIT as a scalable education hub capable of attracting national and international partnerships.
Commenting on the development, Ashwini Saxena, CEO, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, said, “The Deemed to be University status provides GMRIT with strategic autonomy to launch multidisciplinary programs, deepen research and innovation, and build global collaborations, in line with India’s future workforce and knowledge economy needs.”
GMRIT’s emphasis on industry‑aligned curriculum, mandatory internships, hands‑on learning and employability‑focused training has ensured that its graduates are industry‑ready and globally competitive.
The institute has a strong and consistent placement track record, with a high percentage of students securing employment every year across core engineering, IT and emerging technology domains. Over the years, GMRIT graduates have been placed with leading Indian and global organisations in sectors such as information technology, manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, consulting and financial services.