at Nayanta,
you are the focus

your passions
your aspirations
your dreams

At Nayanta University, we are redefining higher education by blending real-world orientation and innovation. Our vibrant campus is nestled in Pune. We are rooted in academic rigour and guided by student centricity. We offer a transformative multidisciplinary learning experience, that prepares every student to lead in a rapidly changing world.

Nayanta, a new hope in education

Shaped by our illustrious founders who are leading corporate figures, thought leaders, academic pioneers, along with our strategic partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).

Kris Gopalakrishnan

Co-founder, Infosys & Chairman, Axilor Ventures

Dr. Naushad Forbes

Chancellor, Nayanta University
Co-Chairperson, Forbes Marshall

Dr. Ashok Misra

Former Director, IIT Bombay

Banmali Agrawala

Chairperson, Tata Advanced Systems Ltd.

Bharat Puri

Ex-Managing Director, Pidilite Industries

Farhad Forbes

Co-Chairperson, Forbes Marshall

Meher Pudumjee

Chairperson, Thermax Limited

Muthiah Venkatachalam

Non-Executive Director, Wendt India Ltd.

Nadir Godrej

Managing Director, Godrej Industries

Dr. Pankaj Chandra

Vice Chancellor, Ahmedabad University

Raj Dugar

Former Managing Partner (Asia), Eight Roads

Ramesh Mangaleswaran

Senior Partner Emeritus, McKinsey & Co.

Satish Reddy

Chairperson, Dr. Reddy’s Lab

learning that is limitless

join our flagship four year residential undergraduate BA (H) and BSc (H) degree programme

immerse in a 16-month foundation programme, explore flexible majors, and experience meaningful faculty mentorship

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interdisciplinary courses

16 month foundation programme integrates arts, sciences, and technology

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specialisation options

Flexible major-minor combinations, allowing interest-based course curation

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immersions/capstone

4 immersions/internship in corporate, social, and the government sector and a capstone project

building leaders for India

Nayanta strives to realise India’s true leadership potential

need blind, merit-based admissions process

Nayanta believes that financial constraints should never limit a student’s access to education. Our need-blind, merit-based admissions process will support a diverse and talented cohort. The Nayanta students will represent the geographic and economic diversity of India.

culture of care & confidence

A learning environment that encourages curiosity and risk-taking. Our small cohort enables individualised care and attention to every student.

real-world and career-ready graduates

Three short rotational immersions in corporate, social, and the government sectors, one long internship in the sector of your choice, and a capstone project, that will help you forge your desired career path.

vibrant campus life in Pune

Our thoughtfully designed (interim) campus in Bavdhan, Pune, is nestled in nature while being within the city. It provides the perfect backdrop for learning and growth.

shape the culture, build a legacy

experience a vibrant environment where global insights and diverse perspectives fuel innovation.

agents of change

Seize the opportunity to contribute towards institution building, as Nayanta’s founding cohorts

pioneers of a new era

Co-create and design Nayanta’s academic culture with your faculty and peers

pathbreakers and trendsetters

Set the stage for student communities, clubs and traditions, beyond the classroom

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eligibility criteria for undergraduate programme

to apply to Nayanta’s undergraduate programme:

Applicants must be taking their Grade XII (or equivalent) final exams in 2025 and must receive their final scores by August 2025.
Applicants who have already completed their Grade XII (or equivalent) are also eligible to apply.
Students from all Indian and International boards are welcome to apply.

specific board requirements to join Nayanta’s undergraduate programme:

International Baccalaureate (IB): Applicants pursuing the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) are eligible to apply. We are not currently accepting applications from students in the IB Course (Certificate) or IB Career-Related Programme (IBCP).
Cambridge Board: Applicants must have completed a minimum of 3 A-Level subjects.
Other International Boards: Applicants must submit an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), along with their official board-issued transcript.

at Nayanta, you are the focus