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AboutSt. Mary's Rehabilitation University

St. Mary’s Rehabilitation University empowers healthcare professionals to transform lives through practice-led rehabilitation education, innovative research, and compassionate care.

Who St. Mary's University Is

St. Mary’s Rehabilitation University is an institution dedicated to preparing skilled, ethical, and practice-ready professionals across rehabilitation, healthcare, allied sciences, assistive technology, law, management, technology, and multidisciplinary fields.

Our six-school academic model focuses on delivering depth and specialisation. We blend rigorous clinical training, evidence-based research, and a culture of empathy to create a student-first learning environment.

Through hands-on experience in modern labs, clinics, and partner hospitals, we champion inclusive education and professional readiness, ensuring our graduates are equipped to restore mobility, independence, and quality of life in their communities.

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Official Establishment & Recognition

St. Mary's University is established through Telangana Gazette Act No. 10 of 2026 and is recognized by the University Grants Commission under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956. We maintain strict transparency across all academic and institutional operations.

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We are dedicated to advancing rehabilitation sciences, ensuring that every program we offer is deeply integrated with the principles of restorative care, ethical practice, and community well-being.

Our Vision

To be a national leader in evidence-based rehabilitative education by fostering innovation and inclusivity, and by shaping compassionate healthcare professionals.

"Supported by an integrated clinical learning ecosystem, multidisciplinary programs, and rehabilitation-focused academic planning."

Our Mission

To empower students with deep knowledge, practical expertise, and strong ethics—advancing rehabilitation sciences, research, and community engagement.

"Delivered through structured academic pathways, hands-on training, ethical practice, and community engagement."

Our Core Values

Principles that guide our commitment to excellence in rehabilitation education and patient care.

01

Excellence

Academic quality, clinical readiness, and continuous improvement.

02

Compassion

Patient-first thinking and dignity in care.

03

Innovation

Assistive technology, rehabilitation research, and modern learning methods.

04

Integrity

Transparent governance and ethical institutional practice.

Our Journey

From a single engineering college to India’s foremost rehabilitation university. Our journey reflects consistent growth, innovation, and impact.

10 Milestones1996 - 2025Multi-Disciplinary Expansion
  1. 1996Milestone 1

    Engineering Foundation – Hyderabad

    St. Mary’s College of Engineering & Technology opens at Deshmukhi, launching the St. Mary’s legacy.

  2. 1998Milestone 2

    Management Studies Begin

    St. Mary’s P.G. College (MBA) starts, adding business education.

  3. 1999Milestone 3

    Technology P.G. Expansion

    MCA programme established, strengthening IT studies.

  4. 2006Milestone 4

    Teacher-Education Entry

    B.Ed. colleges open in Hyderabad and Podili (Prakasam).

  5. 2007Milestone 5

    Twin Growth Spurts

    Hyderabad Pharmacy College added; in Guntur, Engineering, P.G. Centre & Pharmacy colleges launch at Chebrolu.

  6. 2008Milestone 6

    Inclusive & Regional Reach

    Women’s Engineering College; PGDM colleges in Hyderabad; MBA & MCA colleges at Podili (Prakasam).

  7. 2009Milestone 7

    Integrated & Tech Leap

    Integrated Campus Hyderabad and CE&T Patancheru start; Sree Harsha Technologies training centre opens.

  8. 2011Milestone 8

    Pan-India Presence – Kolkata

    St. Mary’s Technical Campus Kolkata launches with Engineering, Management & MCA schools.

  9. 2020Milestone 9

    Creative & Digital Frontier

    Visual Arts & Design Degree College opens; tele-rehab and digital-health pilots roll out.

  10. 2025Milestone 10

    St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

    A rehabilitation-focused private university dedicated to rehabilitation sciences.

Institutional Governance

The leadership structure of St. Mary's Rehabilitation University ensures academic excellence, statutory compliance, and transparent governance.

"Governance at St. Mary’s Rehabilitation University is structured to support transparent academic leadership, institutional accountability, and statutory compliance."

GOVERNING BODIES

St. Mary's Rehabilitation University is guided by statutory and institutional governing bodies including the Governing Council, Board of Management, and Sponsor Body. These bodies support academic leadership, transparent governance, institutional accountability, and compliance-driven university administration.

LeadershipApprovals & RecognitionsMandatory DisclosureSponsor Society

Governing Council

Dr. Rev. K.V.K. Rao

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Chancellor

Founder & Chairman, Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Pradeep C. Nair

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Vice-Chancellor

PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.)

Dr. Yogita Rana

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

Secretary to Government, Telangana. Government Nominee

Dr. Kuderu Rajagopal

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

Former Vice - chancellor, JNT University, Hyderabad

Sri. B. Lakshmikantam

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

(Former Member of IAS)

Sri. C. Koteswara Rao

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

Ex-Managing Director, Technology Services, Accenture India.

Smt. C.V.N.V. Bharathi Devi

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

Co-Founder Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society.

Sri. Rusheek Reddy K.V.

Governing body:Governing Council
Designation:Member

Advocate High Court of Telangana

Board of Management

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Pradeep C. Nair

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Vice-Chancellor

PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.)

Mr. Venkateswarlu Yaganti

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Director and CEO of YVR Group.

Sri. B. Nagabhushanam

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Chartered Accountant.

Mr. Rajesh Yerramasu

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Co-Founder,CEO - M/s. Zestwings (India UAE), Solutions Architect (Digital, IT & Cyber Governance) For St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Mr. Sravanth Gajula

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

2x Founder, TEDx Speaker, ISB Young Leader Awardee

Smt. K. Indu Aparna

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Chief Operating Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Dr. B. Valli

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Head, Department of Nursing

Dr. Joseph P. Mosiganti

Governing body:Board of Management
Designation:Member

Head, Department of Theology

Sponsor Body

Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Regd. Society

Dr. Rev. K.V.K. Rao

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Chairman

Founder

Smt. C.V.N.V. Bharathi Devi

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Co-Chairperson

Co-Founder

K. Sri Harsha

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Secretary

Chief Executive Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

K. Indraja

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Treasurer

Chief Financial Officer

K. Indu Aparna

Governing body:Sponsor Body
Designation:Vice-President

Chief Operating Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Frequently Asked Questions

St. Mary's Rehabilitation University is guided by institutional governing bodies including the Governing Council, Board of Management, and Sponsor Body.

Statutory & Public Disclosures

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Approvals & Recognitions

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Mandatory Disclosure

Public record of institutional assets and statutory metrics.

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Admission Policy

Official guidelines for student intake and eligibility norms.

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Campus tour and public location guidance.

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Campus Location Hyderabad

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Last reviewed: 15 May 2026

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