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Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a multidisciplinary higher education and research institution located at Deralakatte, Mangaluru, Karnataka. The institution was declared a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, through a Government of India notification dated 27 February 2008. Since attaining university status, Yenepoya has developed into a comprehensive academic and healthcare-focused institution offering education, research and professional training across medicine, dentistry, nursing, pharmacy, allied health sciences and a growing range of disciplines in science, commerce, management, arts, humanities and technology. The university's academic ecosystem includes constituent colleges, schools, research centres and healthcare institutions that provide students with opportunities to combine theoretical education with practical and clinical experience. Its programmes extend from undergraduate and postgraduate education to doctoral and super-speciality studies. Academic areas include Medicine, Dental Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Allied and Health Sciences, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Management, Commerce, Computer Science, Arts, Science and other emerging fields. Healthcare education is an important part of Yenepoya's institutional identity. Students in medical and allied disciplines receive practical exposure through associated hospitals, laboratories, simulation facilities and clinical training environments. The university's healthcare ecosystem supports teaching, patient care, research and community-oriented activities, enabling students to understand professional practice alongside academic concepts. Research and innovation form major components of the university's academic mission. Yenepoya supports research across biomedical sciences, clinical medicine, dental sciences, public health, allied health, life sciences and interdisciplinary areas. Faculty members and research scholars participate in research projects, publications, conferences, collaborations and technology-oriented initiatives. The university also promotes innovation and entrepreneurship through specialised facilities and programmes intended to encourage students and researchers to develop solutions to contemporary healthcare and societal challenges. The university's main campus at Deralakatte provides modern academic infrastructure including classrooms, laboratories, libraries, research facilities, simulation centres, healthcare facilities, hostels, sports infrastructure and student-support services. Its location in Mangaluru's established educational and healthcare corridor provides students with access to a wider ecosystem of hospitals, professional institutions and academic organisations. Yenepoya also places emphasis on holistic student development through extracurricular activities, sports, cultural programmes, community engagement, student clubs, professional associations and service-oriented initiatives. Its educational philosophy seeks to combine academic competence with ethical values, social responsibility, leadership and professional skills. The university is accredited with an A+ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC), with a CGPA of 3.47 on a four-point scale, valid for five years from 10 August 2022. Yenepoya has also achieved national recognition through the National Institutional Ranking Framework, securing the 95th position among universities in the NIRF 2024 rankings. With its multidisciplinary academic structure, strong healthcare and clinical ecosystem, research orientation, modern infrastructure and emphasis on professional and socially responsible education, Yenepoya provides a comprehensive higher education environment in Karnataka. The university continues to expand its academic programmes, research activities, healthcare education and interdisciplinary initiatives while preparing students for professional careers and advanced research.
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