G M R Institute has come into existence in 1997 and has carved a niche for itself in the corporate world having inbuilt value system in providing quality education in the region creating a legacy. It has been notified as Deemed to be university under sec (3) of UGC act 1956 in January 2026 by Ministry of Education, Government of India wide letter No. 9-13/2024-U.3(A) dated 19th January 2026. Founded by GMRIT foundation, a subsidiary of GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, a CSR arm of the GMR group a leading Indian infrastructure conglomerate with a diversified presence across Airports, Energy, Transportation, and Urban Infrastructure, and Sports.
GMRIT deemed to be university is a residential campus located in a serene and beautiful area spanning 170 acres, at Rajam, about 100 kms from Vizag, Andhra Pradesh. It is currently placed among the top 50 colleges in the country and among the top 5 colleges in the state of Andhra Pradesh. In the ranking done by NIRF-MHRD, GMRIT is consistently positioned in 200-300 band for the years 2024 & 2025. GMRIT is consistently positioned globally in the Times Higher Education World University ranking framework in the band 1001+
GMRIT university offers a wide spectrum of multi-disciplinary courses aligned with NEP 2020 and the industry demand through its different schools and caters to the diversified population across the globe making them placement ready and take up the challenges in a global perspective. GMRIT emphasizes collaborative learning between industry and academia and with a strong belief that Academics & Research must go hand in hand, GMRIT University nurtures an eco-system to promote research innovation and entrepreneurship among the students and faculty members and contributes to the national mission of building self-reliant India and Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow.
To be among the most preferred institutions for engineering and technological education in the country. An institution that brings out the best from its students, faculty and staff to learn, achieve, compete and grow among the very best. An institution where ethics, excellence and excitement form the work religion, while research, innovation and impact define the work culture.
The GMR Group is a globally recognized infrastructure conglomerate headquartered in India, with diversified interests across airports, energy, transportation, urban infrastructure, and education. Guided by a strong commitment to excellence, sustainability, and nation-building, the Group has played a pivotal role in developing world-class infrastructure in India and across international markets. Its operations are driven by innovation, responsible governance, and long-term value creation.
As a part of the GMR Group, GMRIT Deemed to be University benefits from the Group’s rich legacy, industry expertise, and global outlook. The association strengthens the University’s academic ecosystem by fostering industry-academia collaboration, promoting ethical leadership, and encouraging innovation-driven education. Backed by the Group’s values and vision, GMRITDU is well positioned to prepare future-ready graduates who can contribute meaningfully to society and industry.