The Ramaiah Group has partnered with the University at Albany, State University of New York, a leading public research university, to establish the Ramaiah Institute of Science and Management (RISM), a greenfield deemed‑to‑be university in Bangalore.

According to the varsity, conceived as a next‑generation STEM and management university, RISM will offer a globally benchmarked, industry‑embedded engineering curriculum that prioritizes resilience and translational research. A mix of internationally reputed faculty, on‑campus industry mentors, and a three‑year capstone experience beginning in the second year will prepare graduates to meet and exceed the technology and enterprise needs of India’s next decade.

RISM will offer undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across engineering, business, and science, with initial courses including B.Tech in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence, Aerospace Engineering, and Electrical Sciences, alongside BBA (Technology Management) and MBA programmes. Its academic model is anchored in co-created curricula developed with industry and academic partners, and integrates interdisciplinary learning, industry-sponsored Centres of Excellence, internships, live projects, and multi-year capstone assignments to equip students with practical, real-world capabilities.

While it is envisioned that the School of Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence will equip students to operate at the forefront of technological change, building strong foundations in programming, algorithms, and data, with applied exposure to machine learning, automation, and human-robot interaction. The School of Aerospace Engineering will offer a rigorous pathway across aeronautical and astronautical domains, covering flight systems, spacecraft design, satellite technologies, and space exploration. The School of Business will focus on developing analytical, managerial, and strategic capabilities for modern enterprises, with industry-sponsored learning centres on campus enabling early, hands-on engagement with real-world business challenges. Through year-abroad opportunities, immersive learning formats, and corporate-sponsored Centres of Excellence, students move beyond siloed education to continuously apply cross-disciplinary thinking in real-world contexts.

The university’s main residential campus is being developed in Bengaluru’s Information Technology Investment Region (ITIR) near Devanahalli, placing it in proximity to key industrial and innovation hubs such as the Aerospace Park, Special Economic Zone, Global Financial District and the upcoming Foxconn facility. This location is expected to foster strong industry-academia collaboration, particularly across STEM disciplines. RISM will commence academic operations from a transit campus in Yelahanka in August 2026, with the main campus expected to be fully operational by September 2028.

All programmes at RISM will follow a fully residential model designed to enable holistic student development beyond the classroom, including structured sports, cultural engagement, wellness initiatives, leadership development and entrepreneurship support, creating a well-rounded and immersive learning environment.