Vinayaka Missions University (also known as Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation - VMRF) [VMU], Salem established in 1981 is a Deemed to be University, currently having 99th position in NIRF Ranking 2025. VMU Salem is approved by UGC, DSIR, AICTE, PCI, BCI, NMC (MCI), INC and DCI, and is accredited by NAAC-A. Admission in Vinayaka Missions University is offered in Engineering, Management and Humanities at UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate level.
| Institute Name | Vinayaka Missions University, Salem |
| Also Known As | Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation - VMRF, Salem |
| Estd. Year | 1981 |
| Approved/Recognised by | UGC, DSIR, AICTE, PCI, BCI, NMC (MCI), INC, DCI |
| Type | Deemed to be University |
| Accreditation | NAAC-A |
| Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate |
| Founder | Dr. A Shanmugasundaram |
| Address | Sankari Main Road (NH-47) Ariyanoor, Salem - 636308, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Contact Number | 0427-3987000, 2477316 |
| Official Website | https://ugc.vinayakamission.com/ |
| Rank By | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|
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99 out of 125 | 2025 (Pharmacy) |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2024 (Universities) | |
| 151-200 out of 200 | 2023 (Universities) | |
| 101-150 out of 200 | 2022 (Universities) | |
| 101-150 out of 200 | 2021 (Universities) | |
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29 out of 40 | 2022 (Deemed To Be Universities) |
| 33 out of 45 | 2021 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
| 46 out of 50 | 2020 (Deemed To Be Universities) | |
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601+ out of 1213 | 2025 (Asia) |
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Band-Promising | 2021 (Private Technical University & Deemed to be University) |
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65 out of 95 | 2025 (Deemed University) |
