Parul University#Affiliated Colleges

Parul Arogya Seva Mandal Trust, PASM, a charitable trust founded in 1989 is the governing Trust of Parul University.The trust was founded with the primary objective of advancing education, social welfare, and healthcare within society. Over the years, it has steadfastly focused on enhancing the educational landscape through impactful initiatives.{{Cite news |title=Parul Arogya Seva Mandal |url=https://www.brickworkratings.com/Admin/PressRelease/Parul-Arogya-Seva-Mandal-9June2020.pdf}} In 2022, the PASM furthered its educational footprint by assuming management{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} of Anand Vidya Vihar{{Cite web |title=Anand Vidya Vihar |url=https://www.anandvidyavihar.org/index.php |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=www.anandvidyavihar.org}} and New Era Senior Secondary School, institutions located in Vadodara, Gujarat,{{Cite web |title=New Era Senior Secondary School Vadodara |url=https://www.neweraschool.com/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=www.neweraschool.com}} thereby expanding its influence into primary and secondary education alongside its existing commitment to higher education. Parul University was established under Gujarat Private University Act 2009 passed by Government of Gujarat{{Cite web |title=Gujarat Govt Bill No 8 of 2015 |url=https://prsindia.org/files/bills_acts/bills_states/gujarat/2015/BillNo8of2015Gujarat.pdf |website=PRSindia}} in 2015 giving university status to the Parul Group of Institutes{{Cite news |date=2010-03-05 |title=City-based institute signs MoU with German varsity |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/vadodara/city-based-institute-signs-mou-with-german-varsity/articleshow/5648653.cms |access-date=2023-12-23 |issn=0971-8257}} by UGC.{{Cite web |date=2023-08-10 |title=Parul University का यूजीसी स्वीकृत ऑनलाइन एमबीए प्रोग्राम: आवेदन की आखिरी तारीख नज़दीक |url=https://www.aajtak.in/impact-feature/story/parul-universitys-ugc-approved-online-mba-programs-application-deadline-near-1754833-2023-08-10 |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=आज तक |language=hi}}

Devanshu Patel is the managing trustee and president of Parul University and Parul Patel as trustee and vice president (student affairs & general administration) and chair admissions committee, Komal Patel as trustee and vice president (medical & paramedical health sciences) and medical director and Geetika Patel as trustee and vice president (quality, research & health sciences) and medical director.{{Cite web |title=Parul University Vadodara - Meet President Devanshu Patel |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/leadership |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}

The University Grants Commission has conferred upon Parul University in Vadodara the title of Category 1 University with Graded Autonomy.{{Cite web |date=2024-07-15 |title=Parul University Achieves UGC Category 1 Autonomy Status, Enhancing Research and Global Collaborations Education News, News, News & Updates |url=https://www.therisingnews.com/parul-university-achieves-ugc-category-1-autonomy-status-enhancing-research-and-global-collaborations/news |access-date=2024-07-16 |language=en-US}} This designation acknowledges the institution's commitment to providing quality education and offering comprehensive learning opportunities across interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary programs.{{Cite web |title=UGC Grants Parul University Elite Category 1 University Title |url=https://bweducation.com/article/ugc-grants-parul-university-elite-category-1-university-title-526152 |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=BW Education |language=en}} Parul University is recognised by AICTE,{{Cite web |title=PIMR 2021-2022.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kODminigd0DQthdVJWqjmhFGptzzfbL0/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=PPI 2021-22.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NAzpYp8TP1DNHLhznXy_SvV0pktJKNKy/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=PIT EOA 2021-22.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_Xq29hCQPpQbPFeAYshmkN9muxLM5BrM/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=PIPR - AICTE - EOA_Report 2021-2022.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1w6BXN6LZInPH-yPgWeQMNOITfY3azYdH/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=PIP 2021-22.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NLKKdWsu7gXMrjjJqxkzGQDutQDaKIX1/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}} received NAAC A++ Grade in 2023{{Cite web |date=2023-02-24 |title=NAAC A++ Accreditation for Parul University - The Live Ahmedabad |url=https://theliveahmedabad.com/2023/02/24/naac-a-accreditation-for-parul-varsity/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=theliveahmedabad.com |language=en-US}} and accredited by NBA{{Cite web |title=PIAR - EOA_Report_2020-21.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l3edBxlYqMLRvAjl5fmzWNE_0WZWFkZx/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=PIAR - AICTE - EOA_Report 2021-2022.PDF |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yLP7KTj8OHemxK8AfUwW6KbW_ZvvxuzO/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=AICTE - Approvals - PIET 2003-04 to 2009-10.pdf |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1v1R4YBbY8o35kVpBibISbcV_dryagK_6/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology - 2010-11.pdf |url=https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sYtoPCmdxPZo1QmqCuWqwaamSCvjPLfs/view?usp=embed_facebook |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Google Docs}}{{Cite web |title=institute-to-parul-institute-of-engineering-and-technology-diploma-studies |url=https://www.business-standard.com/content/press-releases-ani/aicte-confers-award-for-the-best-industry-linked-institute-to-parul-institute-of-engineering-and-technology-diploma-studies-122101801353_1.html}} Parul University is also an undersigning party to the Association of Commonwealth Universities{{Cite web |date=2019-04-23 |title=Parul University joins the league of elite Global Universities |url=https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/Parul-University-becomes-member-of-the-Association-of-Commonwealth-Universities-20800170 |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=Mid-day |language=en}} and Association of Indian Universities.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}} Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell granted Parul University a 4-star Ranking.{{Cite web |title=PU {{!}} Parul University |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/pu-mirror/a-mark-of-excellence-in-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-grants-pu-a-4star-ranking-by-the-ministry-of-educations-innovation-cell#:~:text=A%20mark%20of%20excellence%20in,Ministry%20of%20Education's%20Innovation%20Cell&text=A%20true%20testament%20to%20an,Vadodara-based%20PU%20once%20more. |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} Parul University also ranks in top 50 private universities in India under the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA),{{Cite web |date=2023-06-06 |title=Parul University ranked among top 50 varsities in ‘innovation’ |url=https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/parul-university-ranked-among-top-50-varsities-in-innovation/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=Daily Excelsior |language=en-US}} an initiative of the Ministry Of Human Resource Development (MHRD) for providing an innovation-oriented approach to learning.{{Cite web |last=Choudhary |first=Tanisha |date=2020-08-20 |title=Parul University ranked among top 50 private universities of India - |url=https://www.ourvadodara.com/parul-university-ranked-among-top-50-private-universities-of-india/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=OUR VADODARA |language=en-US}}

Parul University is recognised by Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR), the Bar Council of India (BCI), Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), India Nursing Council, National Medical Council (NMC), and Ministry of Ayush. The university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the Central Council for Homeopathy, the Central Council for Indian Medicine, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.{{Cite web |title=Parul University Gujarat - Recognition and Approvals |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/recognitions-and-approvals |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} It is also accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH) and National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL).{{Cite web |date=2023-07-19 |title=Parul Institute of Medical Sciences & Research: Fortifying the Noble Essence of the Medical Profession |url=https://theknowledgereview.com/parul-institute-of-medical-sciences-research-fortifying-the-noble-essence-of-the-medical-profession/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |language=en-US}} The Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework (GSIRF) ranked Parul Institute of Pharmacy in top honours in the pharmacy category.{{Cite news |date=2022-10-22 |title=Gujarat State Institutional Rating Framework rankings: 9 universities, 7 colleges get full marks |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/ahmedabad/gujarat-state-institutional-rating-framework-rankings-9-universities-7-colleges-get-full-marks/articleshow/95023001.cms |access-date=2024-07-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}

Parul University launched Parul University Online in early 2023{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} , offering a range of distance learning programs including MBA, BBA, MCA, BCA, MA, Master of Social Work, Master of Arts, and Master of Commerce.

The Online Programs at Parul University offer training in high-demand skills. The curriculum is tailored to meet industry needs, incorporating specialised content and utilising state-of-the-art teaching methodologies.{{Cite journal |last=Sart |first=Gamze |date=July 2021 |title=The Impacts of the Digital Technologies on the Online Distance Teaching and Learning of the University Students During the COVID-19 Pandemic |url=http://dx.doi.org/10.21125/edulearn.2021.2651 |journal=Edulearn Proceedings |publisher=IATED |doi=10.21125/edulearn.2021.2651}}

Parul University has over 450 diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in sciences, medicine and allied sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences, engineering and architecture, pharmacy, animation and design,{{Cite web |title=parul-universitys-faculty-of-law-provides-platform-for-future-legal-professionals-to-develop-advocacy-skills |url=https://www.aninews.in/news/business/business/parul-universitys-faculty-of-law-provides-platform-for-future-legal-professionals-to-develop-advocacy-skills20230407180935/#google_vignette}} law, management and business administration, biosciences,{{Cite web |last=Bureau |first=Delhi |date=2023-10-10 |title=Zydex Industries and Parul University to introduce Bachelor's and Master's programs in Bio-Farming |url=https://www.en.krishakjagat.org/agriculture-industry/zydex-industries-and-parul-university-to-introduce-bachelors-and-masters-programs-in-bio-farming/ |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=Krishak Jagat |language=en}} commerce, computer application and IT, hospitality and tourism and media, mass communication and journalism streams.{{Cite web |date=2023-08-14 |title=Unlock Potential: Parul University Unveils Comprehensive BBA Curriculum |url=https://finance.yahoo.com/news/unlock-potential-parul-university-unveils-120240733.html |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=Yahoo Finance |language=en-US}} Its diploma courses streams like engineering, design, DPharm, DPMHS, D.Arch, DHMCT, DAM and DPA. Its UG courses include BTech, BBA,{{Cite news |date=2023-08-14 |title=Parul University brings out an integrated BBA curriculum |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/parul-university-brings-out-an-integrated-bba-curriculum/articleshow/102716442.cms |access-date=2023-12-23 |issn=0971-8257}} BBA (Hons.), BBA-MBA, BBA LLB, BCom LLB, BA LLB, LLB, B.Des, B.Com, B.Com (Hons.), BCA, BCA (Hons.), BPharm, BArch, BAMS, BHMS, B.Sc Nursing, BSc Agriculture{{Cite web |date=2018-10-11 |title=Vadodara based Parul University offers 4-year BSc Agriculture program |url=https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/vadodara-based-parul-university-offers-4-year-bsc-agriculture--hon--program-19883194 |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=Mid-day |language=en}} and BSc Hospitality.{{Cite web |title=Parul-University-Launches-BSc-In-Hospitality |url=https://bweducation.businessworld.in/article/Parul-University-Launches-BSc-In-Hospitality/15-08-2023-487768/}}

Parul University post-graduation courses include MTech, MBA, Online MBA, LLM, M.Des, M.Com, MCA, MPharm, MPlan, MS and M.Sc Nursing.The university expanded its academic offerings by establishing the Faculty of Performing Arts,{{Cite web |title=Bachelor of Performing Arts {{!}} Parul University |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/performingarts_2024/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} introducing programs in Music, Dance, and Drama aimed at enhancing creative education and cultural integration within the country.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} In January 2024, the university's Performing Arts faculty achieved a notable milestone by becoming the first private university to win the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) regional rounds and secure the second runners-up position in the national rounds.{{Cite web |title=Youth Affairs {{!}} AIU |url=https://www.aiu.ac.in/youthaffairs.php |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=www.aiu.ac.in}}

The university has the following affiliated colleges{{Cite web |title=Parul University, Vadodara Top Affiliated Colleges 2023 with Courses & Fees |url=https://www.careers360.com/university/parul-university-vadodara/affiliated-colleges |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=Careers360 |language=en}}

• Parul Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Vadodara
• Rajkot Homoeopathic Medical College - [RHMC], Rajkot
• Parul Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Vadodara
• Parul Institute of Management - [PIM], Vadodara
• Ahmedabad Physiotherapy College - [APC], Ahmedabad
• Parul Institute of Technology - [PIT], Vadodara
• Parul Institute of Engineering and Technology - [PIET], Vadodara
• Parul Institute of Applied Sciences [PIAS], Vadodara
• Parul Institute of Medical Science and Research, Vadodara

It has a campus area of 117 acres,{{Cite web |last=www.iirfranking.com |title=Parul University |url=https://iirfranking.com/university/parul-university/610a40a3206bda3e5c22dab1 |access-date=2023-12-25 |website=iirfranking.com |language=en}} in the city of Vadodara.The university buildings incorporate a combination of peach, brick-faced, and concrete structures designed with sustainability by the planting of over 3,500 additional trees and greenery on campus.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} The campus has indoor and outdoor sports facilities including football, cricket, hockey fields with handball, volleyball, and badminton court.{{Cite web |title=Univariety |url=https://www.univariety.com/college/Parul-University/64318546 |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=www.univariety.com |language=en}} It also has a reading room, a yoga room, and a gym.{{Cite web |title=Parul-university-vadodara-30821/infrastructure |url=https://www.shiksha.com/university/parul-university-vadodara-30821/infrastructure}}{{Cite web |title=Parul University, Vadodara Facilities Details: Hostel, Campus, Infrastructure, Library, Canteen |url=https://www.careers360.com/university/parul-university-vadodara/facilities |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=Careers360 |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Parul University Infrastructure: Campus, Hostel & Other Facilities |url=https://www.getmyuni.com/college/parul-university-gujarat-facilities |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=Getmyuni |language=en}} Parul University library has books, in the fields of engineering, science, technology and management.{{Cite web |title=Parul University Vadodara - Admission 2024, Courses, Fees, Ranking |url=https://www.collegedekho.com/colleges/parul-university |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=CollegeDekho |language=en}} The university has medical practitioner is available during college hours.{{Cite web |title=Parul University, Vadodara, Vadodara Infrastructure, and Facilities - Edugraph |url=https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/colleges/parul-university-vadodara-puv/infrastructure/191 |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=www.telegraphindia.com |language=en}}

• The Parul University Gate - This monumental structure inspired by ancient Greek architecture with 173 feet in length and 35 feet in height.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}}
• The PU Circle - The circle stands at the centre of the university.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}}
• The Design Building - Features unique design element with a natural raw finish, featuring art pieces and structural design sculptures and is home to the school of performing arts, design and fine arts.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}}
• Central Administration Block - The central administration block is a blend of nature and architecture to present both a functional and aesthetic design with its peach colour finishes.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}}
• The CV Raman Computing Centre - The centre stands as the university’s main technology hotspot with high-tech facilities and resources.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} The computer centre has system/application software, operating system, and various utility software.{{Cite web |title=Parul University Vadodara Gujarat Admission 2023 |url=https://www.collegechalo.com/college/parul-university-vadodara-1027-info |access-date=2023-12-22 |website=College Chalo |language=en}} In 2022, QuickTech (Apple Authorised distributor) & Tinkering Hub, Parul University (PU) signed an MoU to set up iQuickLab which is the first lab in the city with Apple devices.{{Cite web |last=Reporter |first=Startup |date=2022-07-25 |title=QuickTech Technology Pvt Ltd and Parul University sign MoU to set up an iQuickLab on the PU Campus |url=https://startupreporter.in/quicktech-technology-pvt-ltd-and-parul-university-sign-mou-to-set-up-an-iquicklab-on-the-pu-campus/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=Startup Reporter |language=en-US}}

In the year 2022, Parul University established collaborations for offering industry embedded programs in association SAP, Quick Heal, Microsoft,{{Cite web |title=Industry Embedded B.Tech CSE/IT with Microsoft - Parul University |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/course/industry-embedded-btech-cseit-with-microsoft |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}{{Cite web |title=Industry Imbedded Integrated MCA with Microsoft: Parul University |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/course/industry-imbedded-integrated-mca-with-microsoft |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} among others.{{Cite web |title=Industry Embedded B.Tech CSE/IT With SAP - Parul University |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/course/industry-embedded-btech-cseit-with-sap |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}{{Cite web |title=Industry Embedded B.Tech CSE/IT with Quick Heal: PU Gujarat |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/course/industry-embedded-btech-cseit-with-quick-heal |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} The university also made collaborations with various institutions in Europe for the grant of European Commission under erasmus plus programme.{{Cite news |date=2015-09-21 |title=MSU, Parul University bag important EU grants |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/msu-parul-university-bag-important-eu-grants/articleshow/49044545.cms |access-date=2023-12-23 |issn=0971-8257}} It's institute of applied sciences signed an MoU with Government Institute of Forensic Sciences for joint research activities and students & teacher exchange.{{Cite web |title=GIFSA and Parul University MoU |url=https://gifsa.ac.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/9.-Parul-University-MoU.pdf }} The university also entered into an MoU for investment with the Gujarat state government to invest in educational infrastructure under Vibrant Gujarat{{Cite news |title=Parul University Entered Into An MOU For Investment In The Educational Infrastructure Of Gujarat |work=Divya Bhaskar |url=https://www.divyabhaskar.co.in/local/gujarat/vadodara/news/parul-university-entered-into-an-mou-for-investment-in-the-educational-infrastructure-of-gujarat-132309380.html }}

In 2019, Parul University signed an MoU with CII for faculty and student development programmes and in 2021, with National Defence Academy to provide continuing education opportunities to boarded out cadets.{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=Connect Gujarat |date=2021-11-15 |title=Parul University signs MoU with National Defense Academy to Provide Continuing Education Opportunities to Boarded Out Cadets |url=https://connectgujarat.com/gujarat/parul-university-signs-mou-with-national-defense-academy-to-provide-continuing-education-opportunities-to-boarded-out-cadets-1339408 |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=connectgujarat.com |language=en}} Germany-based Fachhochschule Bielefeld also known as University of Applied Sciences (UAS) also signed an MoU with Parul University to establish long-term academic and research relation in management sciences and over 80 other partnerships and agreements with Universities across Europe, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan among others.{{Cite news |date=2010-03-05 |title=City-based institute signs MoU with German varsity |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/vadodara/city-based-institute-signs-mou-with-german-varsity/articleshow/5648653.cms |access-date=2023-12-23 |issn=0971-8257}}

National Healthcare Skill Conclave 2023{{Cite web |title=Optometry Council of India |url=https://optometrycouncilofindia.org/event-detail.php?event_id=712EAAEF-0988-452D-B603-563E887615F0 |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=optometrycouncilofindia.org}} was organised in association with Pragya – the Advanced Skills and Simulation Centre,{{Cite web |title="Pragya", a new home for honing health sciences skill sets, was inaugurated at Parul University for advanced skills & simulations in healthcare |url=https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/pragya-a-new-home-for-honing-health-sciences-skill-sets-was-inaugurated-at-parul-university-for-advanced-skills--simulations-in-healthcare/81842968.html |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=Ahmedabad Mirror |language=en}} healthcare skill workshops in the country, aimed at providing conceptual learning about medicine and surgeries to students and participants.{{Cite web |date=2023-01-28 |title=National Healthcare Skill Conclave 2023 |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/national-healthcare-skill/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}} Start Up Festivals and Hackathons - Some of the notable annual events that are held at Parul University for technical students include Vadodara Innofest,{{Cite web |title=Parul University bagged 7 awards in the SSIP Prashansha Awards |url=https://zeenews.india.com/india/parul-university-bagged-7-awards-in-the-ssip-prashansha-awards-2333378.html |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=Zee News |language=en}} Vadodara Police Hackathon,{{Cite web |date=2023-08-09 |title=पारुल यूनिवर्सिटी में आयोजित हुआ वडोदरा पुलिस हैकाथॉन, युवाओं ने लिया वडोदरा को बेहतर और सुरक्षित बनाने का संकल्प |url=https://www.aajtak.in/impact-feature/story/vadodara-police-hackathon-organized-at-parul-university-youth-took-a-pledge-to-make-vadodara-better-and-safer-1754000-2023-08-09 |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=आज तक |language=hi}} Projections.{{Cite web |date=2023-03-15 |title=Parul University's Projections 2023 Tech Fest Draws 10,000+ Young Minds From 15+ States For A Spectacular Showcase Of Innovation And Creativity |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/parul-universitys-2023-tech-fest/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}}

Cultural Events - Some of the notable annual cultural events that are held at Parul University include Vadodara Literature Festival{{Cite web |date=2023-05-09 |title=Parul University: Actress Shabana Azmi Graces Vadodara Literature Festival; Promoting The Art Of Literature And Engaging With Young Students |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/parul-university-shabana-azmi/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}} and Maadhyam Media Fest,{{Cite web |date=2023-11-08 |title=Maadhyam Media Fest Hosted By Parul University |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/prominent-journalists-unite-to-inspire-future-communicators-at-maadhyam-media-fest-hosted-by-parul-university/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}} Vadodara Fashion Week,{{Cite web |date=2023-05-14 |title=Parul University’s Students Showcase Stunning Outfits At Vadodara Fashion Week; Graced By Celebrity Showstoppers |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/parul-university-fashion-week/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}} IIMUN Vadodara Conclave,{{Cite web |title=Lara Dutta unites with influential women at I.I.M.U.N Vadodara Conclave to address the challenges faced across fields |url=https://www.femina.in/beauty-pageants/miss-universe/lara-dutta-unites-with-influential-women-at-i-i-m-u-n-vadodara-conclave-to-address-the-challenges-faced-across-fields/articleshow/105782416.cms |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=www.femina.in |language=en}} the Vadodara Film and Design Festival VFDF,{{Cite web |date=2023-04-21 |title=The Vadodara Film and Design Festival inaugurated by film legend Vivek Agnihotri |url=https://theblunttimes.in/the-vadodara-film-and-design-festival-inaugurated-by-film-legend-vivek-agnihotri/31294/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=The Blunt Times |language=en-US}} PUTalks{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=Connect Gujarat |title=Award winning designer Ruma Devi visited Parul University for PU Talks |url=https://connectgujarat.com/award-winning-designer-ruma-devi-visited-parul-university-for-pu-talks/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=connectgujarat.com |language=en}} among other major events.

Parul University has over 2,500 international students from 68 countries{{Cite web |date=2023-09-17 |title=Parul University: Spiritual Leader Shri Gauranga Das Ji Inspires Students With Wisdom On Purpose And Passion |url=https://www.northeasternchronicle.in/news/parul-university-gauranga-das/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=www.northeasternchronicle.in |language=en-US}} and is in partnership with 50 international universities{{Cite web |date=2019-08-14 |title=Parul University is presently in partnership with nearly 50 International Universities |url=https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/parul-university-is-presently-in-partnership-with-nearly-50-international-universities/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=DailyExcelsior |language=en-US}} facilitating nearly 1050 students, through various exchange programs.{{Cite news |date=2017-09-25 |title=PU gets record number of international students |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/vadodara/pu-gets-record-number-of-international-students/articleshow/60831839.cms |access-date=2023-12-23 |issn=0971-8257}} The university also has tie-up with Poland for placement and internship opportunities for the students during and after their academic courses.{{Cite web |date=2020-12-18 |title=In Covid year, Gujarat universities record highest number of students from abroad |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/ahmedabad/in-covid-year-gujarat-universities-record-highest-number-of-students-from-abroad-7110503/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}} The university offers scholarships to international students{{Cite web |author=Staff Reporter |date=2017-11-09 |title=Indian Parul University offering scholarships to Zimbabwean students |url=https://www.thezimbabwemail.com/education/indian-parul-university-offering-scholarships-zimbabwean-students/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=The Zimbabwe Mail |language=en-GB}} and its International Relationship cell provides international students guidance further scholarships for higher education.{{Cite web |last=Choudhary |first=Tanisha |date=2021-01-05 |title=2 international students of Parul University received 100% scholarship for Master's degree in France - |url=https://www.ourvadodara.com/2-international-students-of-parul-university-received-100-scholarship-for-masters-degree-in-france/ |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=Our Vadodara |language=en-US}}{{Cite web |title=Parul University Gujarat - International Relations Cell |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/international-relations-cell |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}} In 2023, the university organised International Week to promote global academic practises amongst nations.{{Cite web |last=Desk |first=Connect Gujarat |date=2023-12-22 |title=National Mathematics Day 2023: Srinivasa Ramanujan's life & work |url=https://connectgujarat.com/education/national-mathematics-day-2023-srinivasa-ramanujans-life-work-1511012 |access-date=2023-12-23 |website=connectgujarat.com |language=en}}

Parul University hosts over 100 students and faculty members from various regions including Europe, Asia, North America, and South America through its mobility and summer school programs,{{Cite web |date=2019-08-14 |title=Parul University is presently in partnership with nearly 50 International Universities |url=https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/parul-university-is-presently-in-partnership-with-nearly-50-international-universities/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=Daily Excelsior |language=en-US}} notably the Indian Summer School (ISS). The university's collaborations with the Indian Council for Cultural Relations{{Cite web |title=Indian Council for Cultural Relations Collaborates with Parul University's Performing Arts Faculty for Enchanting Balinese Ramayana Performances |url=https://www.ahmedabadmirror.com/indian-council-for-cultural-relations-collaborates-with-parul-universitys-performing-arts-faculty-for-enchanting-balinese-ramayana-performances/81858675.html |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=Ahmedabad Mirror |language=en}} (ICCR) have facilitated international cultural events, including performances by a South Korean classical folk instrumental group, a Ramayana performance from Nepal, and the Hakuna Matata performers from Africa{{Cite web |title=Outbound Exchange Programs {{!}} Parul University Gujarat |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/outbound-exchange |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}{{Cite web |title=Upcoming Programs - Parul University, Gujarat |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/upcoming-programs |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}{{Cite web |title=Parul University Gujarat - International Relations Cell |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/international-relations-cell |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}{{Cite web |title=Global Partnerships -Parul University, Gujarat |url=https://paruluniversity.ac.in/global-partnerships |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=paruluniversity.ac.in}}

The university has a global alumni network with over 30,000 student alumni who have made contributions across multiple sectors and industries.{{Citation needed|date=July 2024}} Alumni include honorary Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) Anil Kumble and Manushi Chillar.{{citation needed|date=July 2024}}

Laxita Sandilea, women's athlete and a student of Parul University, won the silver medal in the 1500-meter event for India at the prestigious Asian U20 Athletics Championship held in Dubai.{{Cite web |title=Laxita Sandilea earns Silver medal for India at Asian U20 Athletics Championship |url=https://www.livemint.com/sports/athletics-news/laxita-sandilea-earns-silver-medal-for-india-at-asian-u20-athletics-championship-11714630637457.html |website=LiveMint}}

• Parul University was ranked 53rd in Pharmacy by NIRF 2023.{{Cite web |title=Parul University NIRF Ranking 2023 Surges to 53rd Spot in 2023 From the 86th Spot in 2022 |url=https://www.getmyuni.com/news/parul-university-nirf-ranking-2023-pharmacy |access-date=2023-12-21 |website=Getmyuni |language=en}}
• Best Private University in Western India at National Education Excellence Awards 2017 by Praxis Media.{{Cite web |date=2017-05-03 |title=Praxis Media announces winners of its National Education Excellence Awards, 2017 in New Delhi |url=https://indiaeducationdiary.in/praxis-media-announces-winners-national-education-excellence-awards-2017-new-delhi/ |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=India Education {{!}} Latest Education News {{!}} Global Educational News {{!}} Recent Educational News |language=en-US}}
• Best University in Placements by Associated Chambers of Commerce of India (ASSOCHAM){{Cite web |title=Parul University: Admission 2024 (Ongoing), Courses, Fees, Rankings, Cutoffs, Placement, Scholarships |url=https://zollege.in/university/215205-parul-university-vadodara |access-date=2024-07-16 |website=zollege.in}}

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