About The University
Maharashtra's Leading Research & Innovation Driven University.
A Legacy of Excellence
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Karad (Formerly known as Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences) was declared as a “Deemed To Be University” under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956 by the Ministry of Human Resources Development in 2005.
Located in Western Maharashtra against the beautiful backdrop of mountains and valleys, our green, eco-friendly campus is spread over 57 acres. We offer over 145 programs across Medical, Dental, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Science & Technology faculties, drawing students from across the globe.
We are proud to be accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade, and hold ISO certifications for Quality, Environmental, and Energy Management Systems.
57 Acres
IGBC Gold Certified Green Campus
1,125 Beds
NABH Accredited Teaching Hospital
145+
Academic Programs Offered
NAAC A+
CGPA 3.39 on 4 Point Scale
Our Vision
To emerge as a centre of excellence following an interdisciplinary, innovative and quality-centric approach that encompasses best evidence-based higher education, generates refutative and translational research, and offers affordable health care access for the benefit of mankind.
Our Mission
KVV shall prepare competent and compassionate professionals with sound knowledge and excellent skill through quality education based on a competency model that inculcates scientific temper, moral and ethical values.
Core Objectives:
- Foster interdisciplinary research for community outcomes.
- Provide quality healthcare to rural/needy populations.
- Seek global collaborations with transparent governance.
Pillars of the University
Inspired by our Founder, Hon'ble Late Shri Jaywantraoji Bhosale, we view education as the driver of social change.
Clinical Excellence
Our NABH accredited 1,125-bed teaching hospital (KH & MRC) provides superspecialty services including Cardiology, Oncology, and a recognized Renal Transplant Unit.
We boast the biggest Neurosurgery Super Specialty Department in India, featuring Asia's first Robotic Exoscope.
Translational Research
A dedicated Directorate of Research manages an annual budget of over ₹3 Crore. Our NABL accredited Molecular & Human Genetics and Lead Referral Labs drive cutting-edge discoveries.
This dedication has resulted in numerous patents, technology transfers, and innovations like the UV 360 Sterilizer.
Socio-Centricity
True to our founding vision, we have adopted five villages to provide continuous healthcare access, sanitation drives, and maternal care.
Our strong NSS presence ensures our students interact with the community, driving grassroots social transformation.
Accreditations & Rankings
NAAC Accredited
Accredited by NAAC with 'A+' Grade (CGPA: 3.39 on 4 Point Scale).
NIRF Ranked
Ranked 67 in the Pharmacy Category in the National Institutional Ranking Framework 2024.
NABH (Hospital & Blood Bank)
Krishna Charitable Hospital & Medical Research Centre, and its Blood Bank, are fully NABH accredited.
NABL Accredited Labs
KIMS Diagnostics and the Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics are NABL accredited.
Triple ISO Certified
Certified in ISO 9001:2015 (Quality), 14001:2015 (Environment), and 50001:2018 (Energy).
NNF Accredited
The Neonatal ICU is accredited by the National Neonatal Forum of India - Level II B.