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AboutSt. Mary's Rehabilitation University

St. Mary's Rehabilitation University empowers healthcare professionals to transform lives through world-class 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.

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

    India’s first 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

Governing Council

Dr. Rev. K.V.K. Rao

Founder & Chairman, Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society

Designation:Chancellor

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

PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.)

Designation:Vice-Chancellor

Dr.Yogita Rana

Secretary to Government, Telangana. Government Nominee

Designation:Member

Dr.Kuderu Rajagopal

Former Vice - chancellor, JNT University, Hyderabad

Designation:Member

Sri. B.Lakshmikantam

(Former Member of IAS)

Designation:Member

Sri. C.Koteswara Rao

Ex-Managing Director, Technology Services, Accenture India.

Designation:Member

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

Co-Founder Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society.

Designation:Member

Sri. Rusheek Reddy K.V.

Advocate High Court of Telangana

Designation:Member
Board of Management - BOM

Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Pradeep C. Nair PVSM, AVSM, YSM (Retd.)

B.A., M.Sc. (Defence Studies), PGDPM, Diploma in Public Administration, M.Phil., Ph.D. (IGNOU), MMS - Master of Management Studies

Designation:Vice-Chancellor

Mr.Venkateswarlu Yaganti

Director and CEO of YVR Group.

Designation:Member

Sri. B. Nagabhushanam

Chartered Accountant.

Designation:Member

Mr.Rajesh Yerramasu

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

Designation:Member

Mr. Sravanth Gajula

2x Founder, TEDx Speaker, ISB Young Leader Awardee

Designation:Member

Smt. K. Indu Aparna

Chief Operating Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Designation:Member

Dr. B. Valli

Head, Department of Nursing

Designation:Member

Dr. Joseph P. Mosiganti

Head, Department of Theology

Designation:Member
Sponsor Body

Joseph Sriharsha & Mary Indraja Educational Society

Designation:Regd. Society

Dr.Rev. K.V.K. Rao

Founder

Designation:Chairman

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

Co-Founder

Designation:Co-Chairperson

K.Sri Harsha

Chief Executive Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Designation:Secretary

K.Indraja

Chief Financial Officer

Designation:Treasurer

K.Indu Aparna

Chief Operating Officer, St. Mary's Rehabilitation University

Designation:Vice-President

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