Vikram University

Vikram University
Mottoविद्यया मृतम श्नुते (Sanskrit)
Motto in English
By knowledge, one attains immortality
TypePublic
Established1957 (1957)
AccreditationNAAC
ChancellorGovernor of Madhya Pradesh
Vice-ChancellorArpan Bharadwaj [1]
Students4854[2]
Location
Ujjain
,
Madhya Pradesh
,
India
CampusUrban
Colors  Maroon
Affiliations
BCI
Websitevikramuniv.ac.in
Swarna Jayanti Gate at University Campus

Vikram University is located in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, India.

The university was named after the ruler Vikramaditya. It was established in 1957. It was evaluated by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council and was awarded a B++ grade.[3]

The Madhya Pradesh Government has officially rechristened as Samrat Vikramaditya University, honouring the legendary emperor. The announcement was made by CM Mohan Yadav at the 29th convocation on March 30, 2025.[4]

History

Vikram University was established in Ujjain on 1 March 1957. Shri Ranchod Lalji Dhabai donated the land for it from Barnagar. The foundation stone of Vikram University was laid by the then Home Minister of India, Shri Govind Vallabh Pant on 23 October 1956. The function was presided over by the Rajpramukh of Madhya Bharat State, Late Jiwajirao Scindia.

The state of Madhya Pradesh was formed in 1956, and Madhya Bharat was merged into it. The Act relating to the University was accordingly amended. The amended Act of Vikram University No. 13, 1957 was published in Madhya Pradesh Gazette on 16 August 1957.

The University's jurisdiction diminished due to the 1964-65 formation of Indore University, Gwalior University, and Bhopal University during 1969-70. On 20 April 1973, the Governor granted permission to bring about homogeneity in the organization and administration of Madhya Pradesh Universities. This permission was first published in the Madhya Pradesh Gazette (extraordinary) on 23 April 1973. By a notification of the Education Department 940/20/8/71 dated 3 May 1973, the by-laws of the Madhya Pradesh Universities Act No. 1 to 19 were brought into effect from 25 September 1973, No. 20 to 26 from 1 December 1973, and No. 27 to 31 from 4 May 1974, for all the Universities of Madhya Pradesh (including Vikram University).

The Madhya Pradesh Universities Act was amended and published in Madhya Pradesh Gazette on 28 June 1985. As per the amendment, University Jurisdiction was redefined and demarcated in accordance with the Revenue districts of Ujjain Division, including Ujjain, Ratlam, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Shajapur, and Dewas. Because of the new jurisdiction, the number of affiliated colleges decreased, and some new colleges were granted affiliation.

University Campus

The university sits on a 330-acre (1.33546 km²) urban campus in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh[5]. Besides the overlooking administrative block known as Madhav Bhavan, the complex comprises the departments of Pharmacy, Computer Science, Engineering and Technology, Humanities block (including its extension), Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Institute (Business Management), Law, Forensic Science, Zoology and Biotechnology, Maharaja Jiwaji Rao Library (Central Library), Vikram Vatika, Guest house, Hostels for boys and girls, auditorium, stadium, and staff quarters.[6]

Madhav Bhavan Administrative Block

The university boasts a comprehensive infrastructure, including departmental laboratories, computer and IT centres, seminar halls, a gym, auditorium, and a guest house (opposite Vikram Vatika) for visiting faculty.[7]

The Vikram University Sports Complex, inaugurated in 1960, supports both outdoor (cricket, football, hockey) and indoor sports (basketball, badminton, table tennis, gymnastics, kabaddi, weightlifting, and more).[8]

Library

Maharaja Jiwaji Rao Library.

The University has its own Central Library, known as the Maharaja Jiwaji Rao Library, which spans approximately 4,193 m² across four floors, accommodating roughly 400 readers and housing over 160,856 printed volumes, 4,800 periodical backsets, newspapers, and electronic journals. Services include reprographics, microfilm viewing, and bibliographic support.[9]


Hostels

The University provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls, well within its campus. The names of the hostels operated by the Institute are,[10]

Boys Hostels:

Shaligram Tomar Boys Hostel

Girls Hostels:

Student Life & Campus Environment

The University Schools and Administrative blocks are connected to the satellite. Over 500 online research journals/magazines are available. 18+ MoU's with international universities facilitate a global perspective.

The University has over 7,25,000+ alumni network. More than 5 societies and clubs. And hosts around 72 companies for placements in various departments. There are currently over 34 courses offered by the university in several fields. As per the records, there are currently 4854 students enrolled in the university.[11]

The campus has its very own urban park for the students, encompassing lush green scenery, space for sports like badminton, and areas where you could sit and enjoy the sense of tranquility, known as Vikram Vatika[12].

Vikram Vatika

You’ll find on-campus banking (UCO Bank), postal services, a cafeteria, a convenience store, a health centre, laboratories, and spaces for cultural and academic events.[13]

University highlights the lush greenery, presence of botanical gardens, birds like peacocks, and spacious grounds, enhancing the experience—especially enjoyable with a bike to explore the large campus.

The university promotes a vibrant campus culture—festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, Diwali, Holi, fresher parties, NCC (10 MP battalion), and clubs are actively celebrated.

Research and extensions

The University has undertaken research and extension work incorporating various knowledge streams. The projects are funded by University Grants Commission (UGC), Department of Science and Technology (DST), National Board of Accreditation (NBA), Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

Organization and Administration

Institutes

School of Engineering and Technology

The university's department of engineering is an AICTE approved, self-financed government institute. The Kaushal Vikas Kendra skill development initiative trains students of different streams in technical trades.

Institute of Pharmacy

The pharmacy department was established in 2003, offering a degree. Admission is based on an entrance exam. The institute got approval from PCI to enroll 60 students. The Institute of Pharmacy does not require approval from AICTE to run any course.

The institute employs a Master of Pharma faculty and a PhD head. It includes faculty for non-pharma subjects.

Institute of Computer Science

The Institute of Computer Science opened in 2005. It offers Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA), BCA Honours, and postgraduate courses (M.C.A. and M.Sc.) and a Research Program (M.Phil. and PhD).

Institute of Business Management

The Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Business Management was established in 1957.

The campus includes e-classes that enable the lecturers to educate using computers, a 20,000-volume library, net labs, and a 2-acre campus.

Institute of Law

The Institute of Law was opened under the governing body of the Bar Council of India. The institution offers a variety of courses, including BA.LLB, LLM, and PhD courses as well. To get admitted to the institution, the students should either participate in the CUET examination or directly enroll in the institution via Vikram University's website[14], and will be shortlisted on the basis of the merits gained in the 12th standard.

Facilities include Moot Court room, Free Legal Aid Services, separate discussion rooms for both boys and girls, and a library to be established soon.

Institute of Forensic Science

School of Studies in Forensic Science is one of the most renowned and prominent schools of the university, established in 2021.

The department offers courses, including B.Sc (Hons) in Forensic Science (3 & 4 year program) and M.Sc in Forensic Science (1 & 2 year program), both based on the latest NEP Policies (2020). The department also has a state-of-the-art Laboratory with regular field visits.

Faculties and schools

School of Arts (Humanities Block)
Faculty of Arts
  • School of Studies in English
  • School of Studies in Foreign Languages
  • School of Studies in Hindi
  • School of Studies in JyotirVigyan
  • School of Studies in Sanskrit
  • School of Studies in Philosophy
Faculty of Physical Sciences
School of Studies in Mathematics
  • School of Studies in Chemistry and Bio-Chemistry
  • School of Studies in Earth Science
  • School of Studies in Geology
  • School of Studies in Mathematics
  • School of Studies in Physics
  • School of Studies in Statistics
Faculty of Education
  • School of Studies in Continuing Education
  • School of Physical Education and Sports
Faculty of Commerce
  • School of Studies in Commerce
Faculty of Information Technology
  • Institute of Computer Science
  • School of Studies in Library & Information Science
Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Business Management
Faculty of Management
Faculty of Social Sciences
  • School of Studies in Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology
  • School of Studies in Economics
  • School of Studies in Political Science and Public Administration
  • School of Studies in Sociology
  • Ambedkar Peet h
Faculty of Life Sciences
School of Studies in Environmental Management
  • Institute of Environment Management & Plant Sciences - Environment
  • Institute of Environment Management & Plant Sc.- Microbiology
  • School of Studies in Botany
  • School of Studies in Zoology and Biotechnology

Affiliated colleges

Its jurisdiction extends over 7 districts - Agar Malwa, Dewas, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Ratlam, Shajapur, and Ujjain .

Notable alumni

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