JSS Mahavidyapeetha was established in the year 1954. The Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeswara Mahavidyapeetha has been described by many eminent educationists as greater than a University, because under its aegis a child can begin its education in the kindergarten and proceed to earn a degree as well as a doctorate in several branches of learning.
- Established: 1954, Suttur Mutt, Mysuru
- In 2014 it guided “more than 350 institutions” in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh, plus Mauritius and Dubai
- Included four engineering colleges, a medical college, pharmacy and dental colleges, polytechnics and ITIs
Strengthening the roots of knowledge
Simultaneously the Mahavidyapeetha has not neglected to strengthen the roots of our ancient knowledge, wisdom and culture and their application in day-to-day life. Sanskrit Pathashalas, Yoga Kendras, Spiritual Retreats, Gurukulas, and Art and Cultural forums are doing this work. Today the Mahavidyapeetha has grown into a centre of learning that guides more than 350 institutions spread throughout Karnataka, neighbouring Tamil Nadu and also in far Uttar Pradesh. Every year thousands of aspirants of education and knowledge join the fold of the Mahavidyapeetha.
Distinguished national leaders including the first President of India, Dr. Babu Rajendra Prasad, the former President Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam and former Prime Minister Sri Atal Behari Vajpayee have visited JSS and paid rich tribute to the services rendered by the Mahavidyapeetha.
Six decades of growth
The Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeswara Mahavidyapeetha of Suttur Mutt has been making significant contributions to society through education. Major strides were taken by the Mutt about six decades ago in the field of education, under the guidance and benevolence of the then pontiff, His Holiness Jagadguru Dr. Sri Sri Sri Shivaratri Rajendra Mahaswamiji. The vision is further harnessed by the 24th pontiff of Suttur Mutt, Sri Sri Sri Shivaratri Deshikendra Swamiji, the President.
JSSMVP encompasses many high schools, several colleges of arts, science, law and commerce, four engineering colleges, one medical college, two pharmacy colleges, one dental college, four polytechnics and three Industrial Training Institutions. According to the 2014 site it ran over 300 institutions located in many Indian states (Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh), Mauritius and Dubai, with more than 41,000 students and about 5,500 faculty members.
| Type of institution (2014) | Number listed |
|---|---|
| Engineering colleges | 4 |
| Medical college | 1 |
| Pharmacy colleges | 2 |
| Dental college | 1 |
| Polytechnics | 4 |
| Industrial Training Institutes | 3 |
Related: JSS Technical Education System.