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The University of Mysore, established in 1916, stands as one of India's oldest and most prestigious public universities, celebrated for its comprehensive academic offerings across Arts, Sciences, Commerce, and Management. It is particularly strong in Life Sciences, Social Sciences, and Environmental Science, fostering a vibrant research environment. For international students, the university provides dedicated support through its International Centre, which assists with admissions, visa processes, and overall welfare, ensuring a smooth transition and enriching academic experience. Many programs are taught in English, making them accessible, and the university actively promotes cultural exchange. A distinctive characteristic is its status as the first university in India to be accredited by NAAC with a 'Five Star' status, reflecting its commitment to quality education.
Background
The University of Mysore is a public state university in Mysore, Karnataka, India. The university was founded during the reign of Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV and the premiership of Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission for offering higher studies degree courses on-campus as well as online. It was inaugurated on 27 July 1916. Its first chancellor was the maharaja himself; the first Vice-Chancellor was H. V. Nanjundaiah. This was the first university outside of British administered Indian provinces, the sixth in the Indian subcontinent as a whole, and the first in Karnataka. It is a state university of the affiliating type, and was deemed autonomous within the Republic of India on 3 March 1956, when it gained recognition from the University Grants Commission. The Mysore University Library comprises over 800,000 books, 2,400 journal titles, and 100,000 volumes of journals. The main campus features an amphitheater, an auditorium, a swimming pool, and hostel accommodations for men and women. As of July 2013, the University of Mysore was accredited "Grade A" by National Assessment and Accreditation...
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