Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthan, Bangalore

Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthan, Bangalore, commonly known as S-VYASA, is a pioneering institution dedicated to yoga education, research, and therapy. Established in 1970 by Padma Shri awardee Dr. H. R. Nagendra and Smt. Sujatha Nagendra, the institution received the status of a Deemed-to-be-University under Section 3 of the UGC Act in 2002. Located in Bengaluru, Karnataka, S-VYASA has emerged as a global leader in yoga education and research, blending traditional yogic sciences with modern scientific research methodologies. The university operates on a sprawling 30-acre campus in Jigani, offering a serene environment conducive to learning and practice. Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthan, Bangalore holds the prestigious Rank 1 in the NIRF Innovation Rankings 2025 among Deemed Universities and has consistently maintained top positions in yoga education nationally. The institution is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), accredited by NAAC with an 'A' Grade, and approved by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. S-VYASA offers comprehensive programmes across multiple levels including Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD, and Research programmes in yoga, naturopathy, allied health sciences, and holistic health management. The university also offers interdisciplinary programmes combining yoga with management, psychology, and education. Admission to various programmes at Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthan, Bangalore is conducted through multiple modes including entrance examinations conducted by the university, national-level examinations, and direct admission based on merit. The institution accepts scores from examinations such as S-VYASA Entrance Test; CUET; GATE; NET; and merit-based selection for various programmes. With over 50 years of excellence in yoga education, S-VYASA has trained thousands of students from over 90 countries, making it a truly international hub for yoga studies and research.