Symbiosis International University

Symbiosis International University (Deemed University) is a diverse institution that provides a dynamic educational environment focused on multicultural and innovative principles for both students and faculty. Symbiosis was founded in 1971 by Prof. Dr. S.B. Mujumdar to be a 'home away from home' for international students.

The institution is based on the principles of the Vedic idea of ​​"The World is One Family". The name of the University aptly reflects the essence of the relationship it shares with international students; a mutually beneficial bond between India and the international student community.

Symbiosis is committed to building international understanding by providing quality education, and is a great hub for activities and students from over 85 countries. Today the University has campuses spread across four states and 6 cities in India and an international off-shore campus in Dubai, UAE.

All the university campuses embody Symbiosis' vision, 'to promote international understanding through quality education' and are a hub of international students from across the world, exposed to Indian culture and hospitality. The University is accorded Category-I status by the UGC, and 'A++' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC).

It is ranked 31st in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 and 10th by the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievement (ARIIA) 2021. Symbiosis International University (Deemed University) has achieved a remarkable feat by being ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The University is ranked in the 641-650 range globally, 31st in the world and first in India for employer reputation.

Offering India's leading 4-year Honours Programme, it also provides students of SIU institutions with an opportunity to study liberal arts courses, which gives them a unique edge by focusing on 360° critical thinking and innovative design thinking with the hope of finding innovative solutions to social problems. Innovation and entrepreneurship programs, an incubation center and seed funding for student/faculty research complete the learning ecosystem.

Students and faculty are provided with opportunities to fully pursue their international academic interests, whether through academic exchanges, or through exposure to international conferences, seminars, workshops and other resources.