Sri Krishna Knowledge Foundation is an Institution Deemed to be University under the General Category, notified by the Ministry of Education, Government of India on 19 May 2026, and builds on the academic legacy of the Sri Krishna educational ecosystem.
Sri Krishna Knowledge Foundation, Sugunapuram, Kuniamuthur, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, was declared an Institution Deemed to be University under the General Category by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The declaration was made through Ministry Notification No. 9-20/2025-U.3(A) dated 19 May 2026. This marks a new phase in the Sri Krishna academic journey, creating a university platform for multidisciplinary higher education, research, innovation, industry engagement and student development.
SKU is positioned to carry forward the academic strengths developed through the Sri Krishna educational ecosystem while expanding the scope for university-level programmes, research, interdisciplinary learning and institutional collaboration.
Sri Krishna Arts and Science College was established in 1997 in Coimbatore and received autonomous status from the University Grants Commission in 2011.
Over the years, the institution expanded its academic portfolio, infrastructure, technology-enabled learning and research culture. Its educational approach combined scientific and artistic knowledge while responding to the changing needs of students, industry and society.
SKU carries this academic legacy forward into a broader multidisciplinary university context, preserving strengths in teaching, applied learning, digital education, research, career preparation and holistic student development.
Sri Krishna Arts and Science College began its academic journey in Coimbatore.
The institution received an 'A' grade in its first NAAC accreditation cycle.
The University Grants Commission granted autonomous status, enabling greater academic flexibility and curriculum innovation.
Milestones included 12B status, permanent affiliation and quality certification achievements.
The institution continued through additional NAAC accreditation cycles, autonomous cycles and national ranking milestones.
The SKASC academic model combines structured curriculum, technology-supported learning, projects and industry exposure. These strengths provide an important foundation for SKU's evolving university learning ecosystem.
A learning model designed to move students from knowledge acquisition toward deeper understanding and application.
Academic learning is strengthened through projects, practical assignments and capstone-style evaluation.
Industry interaction and training help connect curriculum with professional expectations and workplace realities.
Web-based learning, virtual classrooms, digital collaboration and technology-enabled classrooms support continuous learning.
The following themes are adapted from the documented institutional vision, mission and quality focus of the Sri Krishna academic ecosystem.
To prepare learners for meaningful futures by strengthening education, research, professional readiness, social responsibility and institutional excellence.
To provide multidisciplinary quality education, promote research and innovative academic programmes, strengthen skills and develop graduates with knowledge, character and a spirit of service.
Academic excellence, integrity, knowledge, service, global competence, skill development, sustainability and meaningful contribution to national development.
The academic legacy behind SKU has consistently connected quality education with research, employability, responsibility and service to society. The university journey builds on that foundation while expanding opportunities across disciplines.