Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University [SDMU], Dharwad established in 2018 is a Private University. SDMU Dharwad is approved by UGC, INC, NMC (MCI), DCI, KSNC and AIU. Admission in Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University is offered in Management, Science and Medical at UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate level with scholarship benefits to deserving students.
Founded by Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Society, Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University was established in the year 2018 to provide students with access to higher academic pedagogy and training. SDM is a UGC-approved university.
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The vision of SDM is to create an academic environment for students that has a blend of modern science and knowledge. The university focuses on setting a standard for providing higher education by nurturing the hidden talent and creativity of the students so that they can become resourceful human beings who can face future challenges and help in the development of the nation. |
The mission of SDM is to ensure that the students are enjoy and gain a lot of knowledge in their higher academic journey and work on creating a diverse, creative, and collaborative community that can transform the leaders of tomorrow and prepare them to face future challenges. The university also focuses on creating a peaceful and eco-friendly campus environment for the students. |
This university offers UG, PG, Ph.D, Certificate, and Diploma courses to students in programs like Pharmacy, Medical Records Technology, Optometry, Nursing, Biomedical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Dental Surgery, Renal Dialysis, etc. This university runs 5 institutes under its supervision, namely:
Students interested in completing their higher education can enroll their names here either via online or offline admission process. However, before applying for admission, it is important for the candidates to go through the admission eligibility criteria of their respective courses. For the details of the eligibility, refer to the table below:
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MBBS |
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M.Sc Nursing |
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BPT |
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Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology |
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B.Sc Respiratory Therapy / Medical Laboratory Technology |
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*For the eligibility details of other courses, the candidate can either visit the website of the university or they can contact the university’s officials directly.
Candidates seeking admission here can visit the main page of the university to get online access. Before filling out the form, candidates need to have some important documents, namely:
*The university will disclose the final student list on its website and for more details related to admissions; students can visit the official portal of the university.
Scholarships play a vital role in providing financial aid and support to students and therefore, the university offers two types of scholarships to deserving and meritorious students.
*For more details and information related to scholarships, the student can contact the university officials.
| Institute Name | Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University, Dharwad |
| Estd. Year | 2018 |
| Approved/Recognised by | UGC, INC, NMC (MCI), DCI, KSNC, AIU |
| Type | Private University |
| Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate |
| Chancellor | Shri D. Veerendra Heggade |
| Address | Manjushree Nagar, Sattur, Dharwad - 580009, Karnataka, India |
| Contact Number | +91-7676250920, 0836-2477511, 2321117 |
| Official Website | https://sdmuniversity.edu.in/ |
| Rank By | Rank | Year |
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6 out of 20 | 2024 (Private Medical Universities) |
| 66 out of 115 | 2022 (Arts Colleges) | |
| 1 out of 12 | 2021 (Emerging State Private Universities) | |
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3 out of 103 | 2025 (Private University) |
To provide the students with a platform where they can connect with the corporate world and build their skills and personality, the university has established a Placement Cell. This cell is responsible for providing excellent placement opportunities to the students as they maintain a healthy relationship with the organisations and invite them for on-campus placement drives. The cell also conducts and organises various teaching and learning programs for the students like job fairs, seminars, industrial visits, guest lectures, etc. Students are regularly assisted with interviews, building resumes, aptitude tests, and group discussions. The cell also teaches major skills to the students like communication, technical, professional, and soft skills.
Located at Manjushree Nagar, Sattur, the campus of the university is surrounded by greenery and infrastructure of the university is world-class. Students can reach the campus by road, train, and air as the campus is 9 km from Dharwad Central Bus Station and Railway Station, and the Hubli Airport is 18 km away. To provide a safe and sound environment to the students, the university has various cells and committees like the Anti-Ragging Cell, Internal Complaints Committee, Student Grievance Redressal Cell, and SC, ST, & OBC Cell. To cheer the spirit of the students and to provide them a stage for showcasing their talents, apart from academics, the university has established various clubs like Nature Club, Dance Club, Cultural Club, Photography & Art Club, Literary Club, and Music Theatre. The Classrooms of the university are modern, well arranged, and furnished with all the major academic tools, a fully equipped Library, Sports facilities, Medical Health facilities provided by expert & professional doctors and nurses, ATM, Banking facilities, etc.
