University of Mysore

About

The University of Mysore was established on July 27, 1916. It is the sixth oldest in the country and the first in the state of Karnataka. Also, in a sense it is the first university of the country to be established outside the limits of the British India. The university was founded as a result of the efforts of the benevolent and visionary Maharaja of erstwhile Princely State of Mysore His Highness Shri Nalvadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar – IV (1884-1940), and the then Diwan Sir M. Visvesvaraya (1860-1962). It was the first University to be accredited by NAAC in 2000 with Five Star Status.

Vision

To aspire to become a world-class University by tapping human resources from all sections of society by offering them opportunities to learn across disciplines, and to build human capital, men and women of character and competence capable of being leaders of tomorrow and solving problems arising out of fast changing realities – global and local.

Sustainability at University of Mysore

The University of Mysore integrates sustainability as a guiding principle across its academic, research, and community endeavors. Through interdisciplinary teaching, environmental stewardship, and socially responsive research, the university fosters awareness of ecological balance, resource conservation, and inclusive growth. Its campus culture promotes responsible practices and community engagement that uphold ethical and environmental accountability. By aligning its initiatives with the SDGs, the University of Mysore aims to cultivate knowledge, innovation, and leadership that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable future.