Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences

Private university in Tamil Nadu, India

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Karunya Institute Of Technology And Sciences

Former name

| Karunya University
Motto| Arise And Shine
Type| Private deemed university
Established| 1986; 39 years ago (1986)
Founders| D.G.S. Dhinakaran, Paul Dhinakaran
Accreditation| UGC, NAAC
Chancellor| Paul Dhinakaran[1][2]
Vice-Chancellor| Dr. Prince Arulraj[3]
Location|

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

India

10°56′19″N 76°44′48″E﻿ / ﻿10.93861°N 76.74667°E﻿ / 10.93861; 76.74667
Campus| Rural
Website| karunya.edu

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences, formerly Karunya University, is a private deemed university in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.[4] It was founded by D. G. S. Dhinakaran and his son Paul Dhinakaran.

## Accreditation

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Karunya University was accredited in 2022 by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an "A++" grade.[5]

## History

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Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences was established as an engineering college in 1986 with an initial intake of 180 students. The founders aimed to create an institution that combined technical education with strong moral values and a commitment to social service. The institution's emblem, featuring a human face, a gear wheel, and a lighted torch, symbolizes its dedication to the well-being of humanity, the importance of technology, and the enlightenment provided by knowledge.[6]

## Autonomy and Deemed University Status

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In 1999, Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences was granted autonomous status, allowing for greater flexibility in academic and administrative matters. The University Grants Commission (UGC) of India conferred the status of Deemed-to-be University in 2004 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956.[7]

## Recognition

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In 2022, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded the Karunya university an A++ grade. Additionally, Karunya achieved Category 1 status from the UGC, reflecting its standards in education and research.[8]

## Academic Programs and Research Initiatives

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Karunya University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, including Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Food Processing, Agricultural Sciences, Management, Media, Forensic Science, Digital Sciences, and Commerce. The institution has a strong focus on research and community service, with major initiatives addressing issues in Water, Food, Healthcare, and Sustainable Energy. Research at Karunya is supported by funding from organizations such as the DRDO, Ministry of Defence, ISRO, DST, MoEF&CC, ICMR, and others.[9]

## Industry Collaborations and Global Engagement

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Karunya University has established partnerships with companies like Samsung R&D, Biocon, Nestle, and Tata Consulting Engineers. The university also collaborates with international institutions such as Harvard Medical School, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Australian Catholic University, and others, providing students with global exposure and research opportunities.[10]

## Centers of Excellence

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The university houses several centers of excellence, including the Water Institute, Stem Cell Research Center, and centers dedicated to VLSI Design, IoT, and Cloud Computing. These centers promote innovation and hands-on learning in cutting-edge technologies.[11]

## Community Service and Value Education

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Karunya University is committed to community service and value-based education. The institution engages in initiatives aimed at addressing societal problems, ensuring that its graduates are responsible citizens.[12]

## Location

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Karunya University is located in Coimbatore district at Karunya Nagar - West Coimbatore near Siruvani Reservoir and Noyyal River , part of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu, India. The campus is approximately 25 kilometers from city and spans over 720 acres. The region's natural environment supports a rich biodiversity.[13]

## Programs Offered

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Karunya University provides undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple schools, including the School of Engineering and Technology, School of Computer Science and Technology, School of Agriculture, School of Science, Arts and Media, and the School of Management. Research programs leading to Ph.D. degrees are also offered in various fields.[14]

## Accreditation

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Karunya University holds Category 1 status from the UGC and has been accredited with an "A++" grade by the NAAC. In the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024, Karunya was placed in the 1201-1500 rank globally and 501-600 rank in Asia. The university also holds the QS Sustainability Ranking, securing the 246th rank in Environmental Sustainability, among other recognitions.[15]

## Rankings

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The university was ranked 151-200 overall in India by the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) in 2024.[16]

University rankings

General – India
NIRF (Overall) (2024)[17]| 151-200

## References

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1. ^ "Profile of Dr. Paul Dhinakaran :: Jesus Calls Ministries | Prayer Tower Online". www.jesuscalls.org. Archived from the original on 18 May 2015. Retrieved 1 December 2017.
2. ^ "Administration". karunya.edu. Retrieved 11 March 2020.
3. ^ "VC Profile" (PDF). Retrieved 1 December 2017.
4. ^ "Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences | Detail of University". deemed.ugc.ac.in. Retrieved 29 May 2023.
5. ^ "Karunya Awarded with NAAC A++ Grade". 20 August 2022.
6. ^ "Coimbatore's Karunya University forges academic alliance with 18 American Universities". Onmanorama.
7. ^ "Karunya University and CMAOI Association Announce Pioneering Online Workshop on Innovation and Sustainability". ANI News.
8. ^ Bureau, The Hindu (5 August 2024). "Experts speak on latest technologies in 'Smart Agriculture'" - via www.thehindu.com. `{{cite web}}`: `|last=` has generic name (help)
9. ^ "Karunya Awarded with NAAC A++ Grade". 20 August 2022 - via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
10. ^ "Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences gets NAAC A++ grade". Careers360. 14 September 2022.
11. ^ "Four professors from Karunya Deemed University listed in the World's Top Scientists list by Stanford University". Onmanorama.
12. ^ PR, ANI (8 August 2024). "Karunya University and CMAOI Association Announce Pioneering Online Workshop on Innovation and Sustainability". ThePrint.
13. ^ "Delegation from 18 American universities visit Karunya University". MorungExpress.
14. ^ "Karunya University observes Annual Thanksgiving 2023". MorungExpress.
15. ^ "Karunya deemed University, accredited by NAAC A++ recently hosted its flagship event, Mindkraft 23". 30 March 2023 - via www.thehindu.com.
16. ^ "NIRF 2024 Overall ranking".
17. ^ "National Institutional Ranking Framework 2024 (Overall)". National Institutional Ranking Framework. Ministry of Education. 12 August 2024.

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