Visionary Leadership
Prof. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad
President, MIT Vishwaprayaag UniversityGlobally respected educationist and visionary. Founder-President of MAEER, UNESCO Chair Holder for Human Rights, Democracy & Peace.
Prof. Swati M. Chate
Executive PresidentMIT Vishwaprayaag University is built on timeless truths, guiding students through empathy and strength with purposeful modern education.
Prof. Gopalkrishna Joshi
Founding Vice ChancellorDedicated to nurturing the next generation of skilled problem-solvers through immersive, hands-on learning and research-based education.
Governance & Leadership Bodies
A tradition of education, a promise to serve
Prof. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad
President, MIT Vishwaprayaag University
Founder, Trustee & Chief Patron – MAEER’s MIT
Pune
UNESCO Chair Holder
Dr. Mangesh Karad
President & Trustee, MAEER’s MIT Pune
Executive President, MIT ADT University, Pune
Prof. Rahul V. Karad
Managing Trustee & Executive President
MAEER’s MIT Pune
Executive President – MIT World
Peace University
Prof. Swati M. Chate
Executive President, MIT Vishwaprayaag University
Trustee & Secretary General, MAEER’s MIT
Pune
Dr. Suchitra U. Nagare
Joint Managing Trustee
MAEER’s MIT Pune
Dr. Sunil K. Karad
Trustee & Treasurer
MAEER’s MIT Pune
Dr. Vinayak S. Ghaisas
Member Trustee
MAEER’s MIT Pune
Prof. Prakash B. Joshi
Member Trustee & Patron
MAEER’s MIT Pune
Prof. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad
President, MIT Vishwaprayaag University
Prof. Dr. Gopalkrishna Joshi
Founding Vice Chancellor
Prof. Swati Karad Chate
Executive President
Dr. Mangesh T. Karad
President & Trustee, MAEER’s MIT Pune
Prof. Rahul V. Karad
Managing Trustee & Executive President
Prof. Bhimaraya Metri
Director, Indian Institute of Management Nagpur
Prof. S. Sadagopan
Founding Director, IIIT Bangalore
Mr. Vivek Pawar
Founder and CEO
Sankalp Semiconductor
Mr. Yatin Shah
Chairman & Managing Director
Precision Camshafts Limited
Dr. Pranesh Murnal
Secretary & Registrar
MIT Vishwaprayaag University
Prof. Dr. Gopalkrishna Joshi
Founding Vice Chancellor
Prof. Swati M. Chate
Executive President
Dr. Mangesh T. Karad
President & Trustee, MAEER’s MIT Pune
Dr. Suchitra U. Nagare
Joint Managing Trustee
Prof. Prabha Kasliwal
Registrar (Assessment & Evaluation)
Dr. N. S. Sreenath
Chief Executive Officer
Biovet Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore
Dr. Virendra Ghaisas
Member Trustee
Dr. Pranesh Murnal
Secretary & Registrar
Prof. Gopalkrishna Joshi
Founding Vice Chancellor
(Chairperson)
Prof. Kieran Jude Fernandis
Associate Pro Vice Chancellor
Durham University Business School
Shri. Abhilash Misra
CEO, NSE Academy
Prof. Krishna Venkatesh
Founder Director, CIIRC
Dr. Meenakshi S.
Senior Manager – Learning
Infosys Ltd.
Shri. Sreenivasa Ramanujam
Digital Transformation Consultant, TCS
Prof. Ajit Kulkarni
Dean, School of Pharmacy
Prof. Naveen Luthra
Dean, School of Business
Prof. Rupali Dhamane
Dean, School of Design
Prof. Ramesh Galigekere
Dean, School of Computing
Prof. Prabha Kasliwal
Registrar (Assessment & Evaluation)
Prof. Pranesh Murnal
Secretary & Registrar
Prof. Dr. Vishwanath D. Karad
UNESCO Chair Holder for Human Rights, Democracy & Peace
A Vision That Continues to Inspire
Prof. Vishwanath D. Karad is a globally respected educationist and visionary, renowned for championing value-based education, interfaith dialogue, and the harmonious integration of science and spirituality to build a peaceful, holistic society.
As the Founder-President of MAEER, he has established numerous universities and institutions dedicated to empowering young minds — nurturing them to be physically robust, mentally alert, intellectually sharp, and spiritually enlightened.
A defining milestone in his illustrious journey is the establishment of the World Peace Centre at MAEER’s MIT, Pune in 1996 — a pioneering initiative conceived during the First Parliament of Science, Religion, and Philosophy.
This centre stands as a universal, value-driven education system aimed at fostering a global culture of peace. Through his lifelong dedication to teaching, Prof. Karad has inspired thousands of students to cultivate strength, awareness, and spiritual depth.
Prof. Swati M. Chate
From the Executive President’s Desk
MIT Vishwaprayaag University is built on a strong foundation of timeless truths, guiding students through empathy and strength with the courage to promote modern education with purposeful provocation, challenging outdated norms and pushing boundaries to create a transformative future.
Education must cater to the limitless capabilities of the human mind while being aligned with the environment.
MIT Vishwaprayaag University is committed to nurturing this need, ensuring individuals remain connected with society, family, and the world around them. With a vision rooted in innovation and holistic learning, the university advocates for research-based education, fostering an environment that nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and meaningful inquiry.
Prof. Gopalkrishna Joshi
From the Founding Vice Chancellor’s Desk
At MIT Vishwaprayaag University, we are dedicated to nurturing the next generation of skilled problem-solvers. Our core programs are complemented by specialisations designed to match your interests and help you thrive through immersive, hands-on learning.
With a strong focus on interactive projects, labs, and internships, we empower students to shape their future with confidence and clarity.
