Manav Rachna International University

Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS), formerly known as Manav Rachna International University (MRIU), is a prestigious Deemed-to-be-University located in the heart of Faridabad, Haryana. Established in 1997 as the Career Institute of Technology & Management (CITM), the institution was granted the Deemed University status under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, in 2008. Over nearly three decades, it has transformed into a multidisciplinary academic hub, focusing on research, innovation, and industry-led education. The university is spread across a lush green 60-acre campus in the Aravalli Hills, providing an inspiring environment for holistic development and academic excellence. The university holds the coveted NAAC "A " Grade accreditation, which it achieved in its second cycle in February 2023, making it the first private university in Delhi-NCR to receive this distinction. MRIIRS is recognized by the UGC and has been granted Graded Autonomy (Category-I) status. It is approved by various statutory bodies, including the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the Dental Council of India (DCI), and the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). The campus is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure, including 250 patents (filed/granted) and specialized research labs such as the Apple iOS Development Centre, Intel Intelligent Systems Lab, SAP Student Academy, and the Mitsubishi Electric Factory Automation Lab. Historically, the university was born out of the vision of its founder, Dr. O.P. Bhalla, to create an educational ecosystem that combines traditional values with modern technology. Today, it boasts over 41,000 alumni worldwide and more than 120 global academic collaborations. The Dr. O.P. Bhalla Central Library serves as the intellectual soul of the campus, housing a vast collection of digital and print resources. Additionally, the university features high-end sports facilities, including an indoor sports hall inaugurated by Olympic medalist Abhinav Bindra, ensuring that students excel both in the classroom and on the field.