Overview
SRM University-AP (SRMAP) is a state private university situated near Neerukonda village in Mangalagiri mandal of Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located within the area of the planned capital city of Amaravati. The university was established in 2017 by the SRM Trust under the Andhra Pradesh Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2016.
Key facts
| Name | SRM University-AP, Andhra Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | SRMAP |
| Type | State private university |
| Established | 2017 |
| Founder | SRM Trust |
| Enabling legislation | Andhra Pradesh Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2016 |
| Location | Near Neerukonda village, Mangalagiri mandal, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India |
| Region | Amaravati capital region |
Background
The university was set up by the SRM Trust, which operates a group of educational institutions in India. SRMAP was established as part of the development of Amaravati, the planned capital city of Andhra Pradesh, with its campus located in the Guntur district portion of the capital region.
Academics
SRM University-AP offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral (Ph.D.) programmes. Its academic offerings span the following broad areas:
- Engineering
- Liberal arts
- Basic sciences
- Commerce and management
Significance
As a private university established under a state law specifically enacted to regulate private universities in Andhra Pradesh, SRMAP forms part of the higher education infrastructure being developed within the Amaravati capital region. Its presence in Mangalagiri mandal contributes to the educational footprint of the new capital area.
Related topics
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
- Amaravati
- Mangalagiri
- Guntur district
- Education in Andhra Pradesh
- List of universities in India
References
- SRM University, Andhra Pradesh on the English Wikipedia.