

Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, formerly Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, is a private university in Karad, Maharashtra, founded in 1984. Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Medical Council of India (MCI), it offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as medicine, dentistry, and health sciences. Notably, it was ranked 67th by NIRF in the Pharmacy category and 96th in the Medical category in 2024. The most popular courses are B.Sc. and MBBS, and admission to these programs is based on national-level entrance tests like NEET, followed by counselling. The cost for the MBBS program is INR 1.84 Crore. While the placement report for 2025 hasn't been published yet, NIRF data for 2024 indicates that the median salary package was INR 14.86 LPA for a PG (3-Year) course in the medical category. For a UG (5-Year) course in dentistry, it was INR 9.37 LPA. The overall median for UG (4-Year) courses stood at INR 6.85 LPA, and INR 9.80 LPA for UG (5-Year) courses in 2023-24. Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth is situated on a 57-acre campus and is associated with Krishna Hospital & Medical Research Centre. It offers a diverse selection of programs across various levels, including specialties like neurosurgery and plastic surgery, alongside post-doctoral fellowships in 11 fields. Admissions are mainly through NEET UG and PG scores, though the university holds a Common Entrance Test (CET) for some programs like M.Sc., B.P.T., and Ph.D. The seat intake varies by course, with MBBS offering 250 seats. The campus offers a competitive academic environment with a focus on medical sciences, contributing to its reputation within Maharashtra and beyond.