About Vivekananda Global University
14 years of
academic excellence.
Founded in 2012 in Jaipur, VGU has grown into one of India's most respected NAAC A+ universities - now bringing that same quality online to learners across 40+ countries.
Our mission
Making great education accessible to every serious learner.
Geography, cost, or life stage should not determine the quality of education someone receives.
VGU Online exists to make a NAAC A+ degree available to working professionals, rural students, and career-changers - wherever they are. The certificate, legal standing, and employer recognition are identical to the on-campus version.
Accessible quality
Every Indian deserves access to a degree from a great university - not just those who can afford to leave home.
Employer credibility
UGC-entitled degrees. No asterisks, no footnotes. The same certificate an on-campus student receives.
Real outcomes
95% placement rate - built on 500+ hiring partners and a placement cell that works year-round.
Faculty with practice
Professors who consult for Fortune 500 companies and publish active research - not just career academics.
Recognised by
Accreditations & Recognition
University Grants Commission
Distance Education Bureau entitlement, degrees carry the same legal standing as on-campus qualifications.
National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Highest grade, 3.29 / 4.0 CGPA. First cycle accreditation in 2022, valid through 2027.
All India Council for Technical Education
Approved programs in Technology and Management, ensuring curriculum meets national standards.
National Institutional Ranking Framework
Ranked by the Ministry of Education under the University and Management categories.
Association of Indian Universities
Member institution, VGU degrees are recognised for equivalence by all AIU member universities.
World Education Services, Canada
International degree recognition, VGU graduates can use their degree for immigration and work abroad.
How we teach
Our Pedagogy
Every VGU program is built on the same instructional foundation - designed for working adults who need flexibility without losing structure.
AI-Powered Video Lectures
Structured video modules with AI-generated summaries and topic breakdowns, so revision takes minutes, not hours.
Live Interactive Classes
Weekend live sessions with faculty, with real-time Q&A and doubt-clearing built in.
Recorded Sessions
Missed a class? Every live session is recorded and stays available to rewatch anytime.
Smart Assessment Tools
Auto-graded quizzes and proctored exams that give instant feedback on where you stand.
Discussion Forums
Peer and faculty discussion boards for every course, open around the clock.
Industry Expert Talk
Guest sessions from industry leaders connecting classroom learning to real-world practice.
Placement Support
End-to-end placement assistance, from resume building to interview preparation.
Leadership
Guided by experienced academic leadership
Full leadership profiles are being added. Here is how the university is led.
Chancellor
Profile coming soon
Vice-Chancellor
Profile coming soon
Registrar
Profile coming soon
Director, Online Education (CDOE)
Profile coming soon
Campus experience
Your degree is online.
Your university is real.
Online doesn't mean isolated. VGU brings you to campus for immersions, connects you with faculty in person, and celebrates your graduation on the same stage as every other VGU student.
Step onto campus multiple times a year for workshops, labs, and hands-on sessions with faculty who bring real industry experience.
Cross the same stage as every VGU student and receive your degree in Jaipur. A moment earned - properly celebrated.
Connect face-to-face with classmates and professors. Build relationships that outlast the program.
per year
degree
network
Hiring partners
500+ companies hire VGU graduates
From India's biggest conglomerates to global tech firms - a VGU degree opens real doors.
TCS
Technology Services
Infosys
Technology Services
Wipro
IT Services
Accenture
Strategy & Consulting
HCL
Technology Services
IBM
Enterprise Tech
Deloitte
Audit & Consulting
EY
Audit & Advisory
KPMG
Professional Services
Cognizant
IT Services
Amazon
E-commerce & Cloud
Flipkart
E-commerce
HDFC Bank
Banking & Finance
ICICI Bank
Banking & Finance
Bajaj Finserv
Financial Services
Reliance Industries
Conglomerate
Tata Group
Conglomerate
Mahindra
Auto & Technology
Zomato
Food Tech
PhonePe
Fintech
Tech Mahindra
IT & Digital
Capgemini
IT Consulting
LTIMindtree
IT Services
Axis Bank
Banking & Finance
Mphasis
IT Services
Our history
Years of steady impact
From a single campus in Jaipur to a globally accessible online university - a decade-plus of making quality education reachable for every serious learner.
VGU established in Jaipur under Rajasthan Private Universities Act (No. 11/2012)
First academic session commences - inaugural batch enrolled across flagship programs
NAAC A+ first cycle accreditation - CGPA 3.29/4.0, valid through 2027
Online VGU (CDOE) launches - UGC-entitled online degrees open to learners nationwide
Coursera institutional partnership - 10,000+ courses free for all enrolled students
Google Cloud partnership - Rajasthan's first Generative AI Campus launched at VGU
QS World Rankings: 95th in India, 666th in Asia; NIRF ranked 151-200 (University category)
IIRF ranked 37th Private University in India
Alumni community
Join 50,000+ learners who didn't wait.
Working professionals, fresh graduates, and career-changers from across India and 40+ countries - one alumni network.
Learners and counting
Online learners from across India and 40+ countries. A community that grows every semester.
Hiring partners
AI-powered placement portal, unlimited mock interviews, and a placement cell working year-round.
Placement rate
Class of 2023. Built on real employer relationships and a curriculum aligned with what companies hire for.
The MBA from VGU gave me the same degree as an on-campus student. My employer never asked if it was online.
Working full-time in Hyderabad meant I couldn't relocate. VGU let me earn my MCA without giving up my job or my family.
The campus immersion week changed everything. I came back with a co-founder and a completely new career direction.
The MBA from VGU gave me the same degree as an on-campus student. My employer never asked if it was online.
Working full-time in Hyderabad meant I couldn't relocate. VGU let me earn my MCA without giving up my job or my family.
The campus immersion week changed everything. I came back with a co-founder and a completely new career direction.