Mahindra University

Mahindra University
TypePrivate
Established2014 (2014)
ChancellorAnand Mahindra
Vice-ChancellorYajulu Medury
Location
Hyderabad
,
Telangana
,
India
Websitewww.mahindrauniversity.edu.in

Mahindra University is a private university located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.[1][2] It is owned and operated by the Mahindra Group and its various subsidiaries.[3][4]

In 2024, the university received 103 acres land and 17 buildings with built-up area of 1,261,149 sq.ft. in Hyderabad, Telangana from Tech Mahindra as a cash consideration of Rs 535 crore.[5][6]

Courses

The university offers various programmes. A two-year MJMC programme admission requires a bachelor’s degree, followed by an entrance examination and interview. The M.Des programme requires candidates with professional experience. The M.Tech programme offers specialisations in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Wireless Communication. The two-year MA programme is open to graduates, including candidates with B.Ed. or B.El.Ed. degrees.[7][8]

The three-year LL.B. (Hons.) programme requires a minimum of 60% aggregate marks and accepted scores from examinations such as CLAT (PG) or LSAT (PG). The MBA programme offers specialisations in Business Analytics, Finance and Digital Business. The admission is based on scores from GMAT, CAT, GRE or the university's MUMET examination. The university also offers postgraduate teaching assistantships, which could include a monthly stipend of ₹18,000 or free accommodation.[7][8]

Academic partnerships

Mahindra University has made academic and research collaborations with different universities and organisations in India and abroad.[9] In 2024, it partnered with Australia's La Trobe University for a joint Civil Engineering degree, student and faculty exchanges and research collaboration. The arrangement allowed students to complete the final two years of their undergraduate studies at La Trobe University.[10]

In September 2025, the university signed an MoU with Australia's Monash University for collaborative research, academic exchanges and a 2+2 programme, under which students could complete the final two years of their studies at Monash University.[11] The same year, Mahindra University partnered with Japan's Kagawa University for student and faculty exchanges and joint research.[12]

In September 2025, Mahindra University partnered with Apollo Healthcare Academy to start bachelor's programmes in Allied Health Sciences.[13] In January 2026, it signed an MoU with IIT Hyderabad for research, education and training in areas including critical minerals, sustainable mining and advanced industrial processes.[14] In April 2026, the university signed an MoU with Temple University in the United States for a dual bachelor's–master's programme, student and faculty exchanges, joint research and curriculum development.[15]

Controversies

In 2025, four people were arrested after allegations of operating a drug racket in the Mahindra University campus in Hyderabad. Around 50 students were reportedly being investigated over suspected links to the racket. The investigation was conducted by the Telangana Anti-Narcotics Bureau and the Telangana Police.[16]

Following the allegations, members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad staged a protest at the university campus. They called for action against those allegedly involved and demanded the arrest of the university's vice-chancellor, holding the administration responsible for the incident.[17]

Incidents

In December 2021, Mahindra University temporarily closed its campus in Hyderabad after several students and staff members tested positive for COVID-19. According to reports, 25 students and five staff members were infected, following which the university suspended on-campus activities. The affected students and staff were placed under appropriate isolation and monitoring.[18][19]

References

  1. ↑ Krishna, Atul. "Anand Mahindra built an elite engg university. It isn't attracting elite students". The Ken. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  2. ↑ Mukherjee, Auhona (12 August 2026). "Mahindra family completes ₹500 crore commitment to Mahindra University". Business Standard. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  3. ↑ "State Private University Telangana". University Grants Commission (India). Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  4. ↑ "Mahindra Group launches university for interdisciplinary learning". Livemint. 24 July 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  5. ↑ "Tech Mahindra receives approval to sell 103 acres land in Hyderabad to Mahindra University for Rs 535 crore". The Financial Express. 20 August 2024. Retrieved 31 October 2025.
  6. ↑ Sharma, E Kumar (24 July 2020). "Mahindra Group launches university in Hyderabad for interdisciplinary programmes". Business Today. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  7. 1 2 "Mahindra University to hold undergraduate entrance exam on March 24". The Hans India. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  8. 1 2 "Mahindra University to hold undergraduate entrance exam on March 24". The Hans India. 20 March 2024. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  9. ↑ "Hyderabad: Mahindra University, Goonj sign agreement". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  10. ↑ "Mahindra University signs MoU with La Trobe University for student exchange". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  11. ↑ "Mahindra, Monash University launch strategic partnership for research and student exchange". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  12. ↑ "Mahindra University partners with Japan's Kagawa University for student, faculty exchange". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  13. ↑ "Mahindra varsity, Apollo to offer courses in allied health sciences". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  14. ↑ "IIT Hyderabad signs MoU with Mahindra University to focus on critical minerals". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  15. ↑ "Mahindra University signs MoU with Temple University for dual degree programme". Telangana Today. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  16. ↑ "Four held for operating commercial-scale drug racket in Mahindra University; 50 students under probe". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  17. ↑ Nair, Veena. "ABVP protests at Mahindra University over drug use claims, demand VC's arrest". The Siasat Daily. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  18. ↑ "Mahindra University shuts Hyderabad campus after 25 students, 5 staff get COVID-19". The News Minute. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
  19. ↑ "Students test positive, Mahindra University campus closed". The Hindu. Retrieved 14 August 2026.
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