Dr. Maneesha Vinodini Ramesh Takes Charge as Pro VC of Amrita University

Dr. Maneesha Vinodini Ramesh, academician and scientist who oversees several critical portfolios at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is now the Pro VC at Amrita Vidyapeetham. Her leadership spans Strategic Initiatives, Research & Innovation, International Programs, and AI+X. She is also the Director of the Amrita Center for Wireless Networks and Applications (AWNA) and the Dean of the School for Sustainable Development. Dr. Maneesha Vinodini Ramesh, completed her B Tech in Production Engineering from Kerala University; MBA in Systems Management and Financial Management and Ph.D. Computer Science, from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. https://campusutra.com/mba-for-life-not-just-living-transforming-into-cultivating-the-solution-mindset/ Key Leadership Roles & Portfolios: Dr. Ramesh holds multiple strategic positions within Amrita University : Pro Vice Chancellor (Provost): Directs the university’s research strategy, innovation ecosystem, and strategic academic partnerships. UNESCO Chair: Serves as the UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation & Development, a role she has held since 2020. Dean of International Programs: Manages the Amrita Center for International Programs (ACIP), which has established over 150 MoUs with global universities for faculty and student exchanges. Dean, School for Sustainable Futures: Focuses on interdisciplinary research aimed at achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). About Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham: The Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Amrita University) is a multi-disciplinary, research-intensive private university with a student strength of over 31,000, supported by more than 2,150 faculty members. Accredited with the highest ‘A++’ grade by NAAC, the university offers over 250 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs spanning diverse fields, including Engineering, Management, Medical Sciences, Ayurveda, Life Sciences, Physical and Agricultural Sciences, Law, Arts & Humanities, and Social & Behavioral Sciences. 10 campuses located in Amaravati, Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Kochi, Mysuru, Nagercoil, NCR Delhi (Faridabad), and Haridwar Rankings - Global and NIRF NIRF Ranking 2025 In Engineering - 23rd & 5th in Private category In University - 8th & 3rd in Private category In Management - 26th & 6th in Private category In Overall - 17th & 3rd in Private category In Medical - 9th & 2nd in Private category THE Impact Rankings (2025): Ranked 1st in India and 41st in the world. These rankings assess progress toward the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). QS World University Rankings (2026): Placed in the 1001–1200 band globally. QS Asia Rankings (2026): Ranked #307 in Asia, reflecting its growing regional reputation. CWUR (2025): Ranked 1625th out of over 20,000 institutions worldwide, placing it in the top 7.6% globally. Key Factors NAAC Accreditation: Accredited with the highest possible grade of A++. Placement Excellence (2025 Cycle): Highest B.Tech Package: 80.4 LPA. Average B.Tech Package: 9.08 LPA. MBA Highest Package: 24.84 LPA. Research Strength: The university is a pioneer in interdisciplinary areas like IoT for disaster management, haptics, and AI for healthcare, often led by centers like the Amrita Center for Wireless Networks and Applications. Applications are opened for UG programmes, Engineering (B Tech, M Tech), Management (BBA, MBA) at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham. Candidates can apply online as per the following : MBA / BBA : Engineering - B Tech / M Tech