Christ University, Bengaluru

College Name:	Christ University, Bengaluru
City:	Bengaluru
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CHRIST (Deemed to be University) was founded based on the educational vision of St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a prominent educationist and social reformer from 19th-century South India. In 1831, Chavara established the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), the first indigenous Catholic congregation in India, which administers the university. Established initially as Christ College in 1969, the college gained autonomy from the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2004 and was recognized as an "institution with potential for excellence" in 2006. In 2008, it was designated a deemed-to-be university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Following a directive from the Supreme Court of India in 2018, the official name was changed to CHRIST (Deemed to be University). The university was one of the first institutions in India to be accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 1998, receiving an A+ Grade in 2004, 2016, and 2022.

Institutional Milestones

2004: Granted autonomy by the University Grants Commission (UGC)
2006: Identified as an Institution with Potential for Excellence
2008: Declared a Deemed to be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956

Campuses

Bangalore Central Campus
The main campus spans 25 acres within the 100-acre Dharmaram College Campus in central Bangalore. Located on Hosur Road (NH 7), it is surrounded by residential areas like BTM Layout, Koramangala, and Jayanagar.
Bangalore Kengeri Campus
Established in 2009, this campus covers 90 acres on the Bangalore-Mysore Expressway (NH 275). It houses various schools, including the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Business and Management, and the School of Architecture, which officially started in 2017.
Bangalore Bannerghatta Road Campus
Inaugurated in May 2016, this campus is located in Hulimavu on Bannerghatta Road.
Bangalore Yeshwanthpur Campus
Opened in July 2022, this 10-story campus spans 1.6 million square feet.
Delhi NCR Campus
Situated in Sewa Nagar, Ghaziabad, this off-campus location was established in 2013 and is conveniently located near the Shaheed Sthal metro station.
Pune Lavasa Campus
Known as the analytical hub of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), this off-campus institution is nestled within the Sahyadri mountain range in Lavasa, Pune. Established in 2014, the campus spans 28 acres.

Cultural and Academic Environment

The university boasts a vibrant multicultural environment, hosting students from various states, union territories, and around 60 different countries. It promotes an enriching educational experience through a range of academic programs and extracurricular activities.

Management Structure
CHRIST (Deemed to be University) is governed by the CHRIST (Deemed to be University) Trust, organized by the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI) congregation, which operates under the Syro Malabar Major Archiepiscopal Church. The Chancellor of the university is typically the rector of the Dharmaram Pontifical Seminary. Currently, the Vice-Chancellor is Dr. Fr. Joseph C. C.

Student and Faculty Community
The university serves over 30,000 students, supported by more than 1,200 faculty members across its campuses. It has a vibrant international community, comprising around 700 foreign students from 58 different nationalities.

Publications

CHRIST (Deemed to be University) has published over 220 books in Kannada through the Kannada Sangha, a non-profit organization aimed at promoting the Kannada language.

Memberships

The university is affiliated with several prestigious organizations, including:

Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Christ University offers a mix of merit and entrance-based admissions. Candidates who meet the course-specific eligibility criteria can apply online via the official Christ University website. Admission to most undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses, including MBA, BBA, MTech, and BSc, is primarily based on the Christ University Entrance Test (CUET). For certain courses, additional selection rounds such as Micro Presentation (MP), Personal Interview (PI), Skill Assessment (SA), and Group Discussion (GD) are conducted.

Seat Intake

Total Seats Available: 5,520

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Programs: A minimum of 50% aggregate in the qualifying degree.
Accepting Exams for MBA: CAT, XAT, CMAT, Karnataka PGCET, ATMA, MAT, GMAT, GRE, MAH CET.

Admission Steps

The admission process consists of several steps, as outlined below:

Step 1: Application Process

Candidates must complete the application form available on the official website.
The application process will close approximately a week before the selection rounds.
Application Fee: INR 5,000 for all programs.

Step 2: Selection Rounds

Candidates must appear for selection rounds, which may include:
- Christ University Entrance Test for courses such as BSc, BTech, BBA, and BCom.
- Acceptance of national-level entrance exams (e.g., XAT, CAT, NATA) for specific courses.

Step 3: Shortlist Release and Final Offer

The results of the selection process will be announced on the university website.
Selected candidates will receive an E-Offer of Admission, which is valid until the date specified in the offer letter.

Step 4: Document Verification & Payment of Admission Fee

Candidates need to select a preferred date and time for the admission process.
The first-year fee, including the admission registration fee, must be paid online.
After fee payment, candidates will undergo document verification and will be informed about the course commencement date.

Christ University Bangalore Rankings 2024

NIRF Rankings

Overall Category: Climbed 10 ranks to #90.
University Category: Improved by 7 ranks to #60 (second consecutive year of improvement).
Engineering Category: Increased by 8 ranks to #93 (second consecutive year of improvement).
Management Category: Ranked #60, unchanged from the previous year.

Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings

Overall ranking: 1201 - 1500.
Ranked based on parameters like research, teaching, and citations.

India Today Rankings

University (Private) Category: Fell 1 rank to #4 (second consecutive year of decline).
B.Com. Category: Decreased 3 ranks to #11 (second consecutive year of decline).
B.Sc. Category: Climbed 1 rank to #13 (oscillated over the past two years).
BBA Category: Consistently ranked #3, unchanged from last year.

Outlook Rankings

Science Category: Maintained the rank at #8, stable over the last year.
BBA Category: Consistent rank at #5, stable over the last year.

Business Today Rankings

MBA/PGDM Category: Improved from #66 (2022) and #65 (2023) to #59 (2024).

QS Rankings

Notable improvements in international faculty and faculty staff with PhDs, scoring 7.9 and 7.6 respectively.
Consistent enhancement in rankings both globally and under the Southern Asia category.

QS Ranking Overview

Category	2022	2023	2024
Southern Asia	N/A	174	258
Asia	601 - 650	651 - 700	801+

Accreditation and Approvals

 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Status: Accredited with an "A+" grade
History: One of the first institutions in India to be accredited by NAAC in 1998.

 All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Status: Approved by AICTE.

 University Grants Commission (UGC)

Status: Approved by UGC.

 Mahatma Gandhi National Council for Rural Education (MGNCRE)

Certificate: Holds a certificate for its Social Entrepreneurship Swachhta & Rural Engagement Cell (SES & REC).

 United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)

Membership: Member of UNAI, collaborating with the United Nations on global priorities.

 Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA)

Status: Participating institution in the UBA program, initiated by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD).

 National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

Status: NBA accredited.

Particulars

Details

Establishment Year

1969

Ownership

Deemed-to-be University

Also Known As

Christ Bangalore

Approved By

UGC, BCI, AICTE, NCTE

Accredited By

A+ Grade by NAAC, NBA

Mode of study

Regular/ Full-Time

Rankings (2024)

· 60th by NIRF under the Management category

· 258th by the QS Asian University Rankings under the Southern Asia category

· 801+ by the QS Asian University Rankings

Flagship Courses

MBA, BTech

Official Website

https://christuniversity.in/

Christ University Bangalore Placements 2023 Highlights

Highest Package
- The highest package offered was more than INR 15 LPA, provided by D. E. Shaw & Co.
Top Recruiter
- Tresvista emerged as the top recruiter, selecting over 75 students.
Top Hiring Roles
- The Analyst role was the most sought-after position during the placements.