Media Release
Mangaluru Nov 13: Nitte (Deemed to University) will host its fourteenth annual convocation for its graduates on Saturday, November 16 at 3 pm. The ceremony will take place at KSHEMA Grounds in the Deralakatte campus of the university.
The event will be presided over by the chancellor N Vinaya Hegde, with the convocation address being delivered by surgeon vice admiral Dr Arti Sarin AVSM, VSM, director general, Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS). The event will be attended by several distinguished dignitaries, including Prof Dr M Shantharam Shetty, pro-chancellor (hospital management) and Vishal Hegde, pro-chancellor (admin) and Prof Dr M S Moodithaya, vice chancellor, who will deliver the welcome address. Other university officials such as Dr Harsha Halahalli, registrar, Prof Dr Prasad B Shetty, controller of examinations, the Heads of the constituent colleges and members of the executive council and academic council will also be present.
A total of 1052 graduates will receive their degrees during this convocation including doctor of philosophy 34, medical 163 (PG-15+UG-148), ental 147 (Fellowship-1+PG-49+UG-97), pharmacy 209 (PG-107+UG-102), nursing 143 (PG-05+UG-138), physiotherapy 85 (PG-30+UG-55), allied health sciences 146 (PG-42+100+PGD-04), humanities 14 (PG-06+ UG-03-+PGD-05), biological sciences 49 (PG-45 +UG-04), architecture 41 (UG), speech and hearing 15 (PG) and business administration 6 (PG-06).
In recognition of academic excellence, the university will also award 22 gold medals (11 Nitte University gold medals and 11 endowment gold medals) and 72 merit certificates to outstanding students.
Registrar Dr Harsha Halahalli, controller of examinations Prof Dr Prasad B Shetty and vice chancellor Prof Dr MS Moodithaya were present.
About Nitte DU
Nitte (Deemed to be University), established in 2008, a part of the Nitte Education Trust, has been accredited with an 'A+' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and has been ranked 66th among more than 1100 universities in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Moreover, it has been placed in the rank band of 1501+ in the Times Higher Education World University rankings and in the rank band of 301-400 in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings. The university offers over 110 programmes across disciplines such as health sciences, biological sciences, communication studies, architecture, engineering, business, hospitality services, and commerce and management. These include undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, attracting students from across India and various international destinations. A standout feature of Nitte (DU) is its extensive network of 22 rural health centers and two rural hospitals, which provide free healthcare services across four districts. Annually, more than two lac people benefit from these outreach services, reflecting the university's commitment to social empowerment and offering community-based learning experiences for its students
Nitte DU is part of the renowned Nitte Group of Institutions, which was founded by the Late Justice K S Hegde, a former judge of the Supreme Court of India and former speaker of the parliament of India. The Nitte Education Trust manages 36 institutions across three campuses in Nitte, Mangaluru, and Bengaluru, with nearly 25,000 students enrolled.
This convocation marks a significant milestone for Nitte DU as it continues to empower students through quality education and a commitment to societal well-being.