Milestones & Growth Journey of People’s University


People’s University was established in 2011 as one of Central India’s leading educational institutions across multiple disciplines. Drawing from the People’s Group’s strong presence in Bhopal’s education and healthcare sectors, the University has built its foundation on excellence in teaching, research, and professional development.

The University has grown substantially in the last few years. We offer programs across engineering, management, pharmacy, nursing, medicine, paramedical sciences, hotel management, humanities, dentistry and law. We have well-equipped laboratories and modern facilities that support quality education.

Our undergraduate and postgraduate programs prepare graduates who can make a real difference in their careers. As an important educational establishment in Central India, People’s University is still devoted to preparing individuals for a profession, and helping students reach their intended careers, including in the Central India area and elsewhere.

2024 Further Academic Diversification +
• Establishment of the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences
• Establishment of People’s Institute of Legal Studies
2020 Legal Studies Expanded +
• Establishment of the Department of PG Legal Studies
2015 Introduction of Doctoral Research +
• Launch of the Ph.D. Programme, strengthening research excellence
2011 Formation of People’s University +
• People’s University established with 10 constituent units, marking a major academic milestone
2009 Launch of People’s Samachar +
• University’s own media and information platform initiated
2008 Research Capacity Enhanced +
• Establishment of the Centre for Scientific Research & Development
2007 Multi-Disciplinary Expansion +
New institutions added:
• School of Research & Technology
• School of Pharmacy & Research
• People’s Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition
• People’s Institute of Media Studies
• Industrial Training Institute
2006 Nursing Education Strengthened +
• Establishment of People’s College of Nursing & Research Centre
2005 Major Growth in Health Sciences +
• Establishment of People’s College of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
• Establishment of People’s Dental Academy
2004 Advancing Management Education +
• Establishment of People’s Institute of Management & Research
2003 Expansion into Paramedical Education +
• People’s College of Paramedical Sciences & Research Centre established
2002 Healthcare & Dental Education Begins +
• Establishment of People’s Hospital
• Establishment of People’s College of Dental Sciences & Research Centre
2000 Formation of the Trust +
• Sarvajanik Jankalyan Parmarthik Nyas established, laying the visionary foundation for future educational excellence.