The University of New South Wales has received approval from India’s higher education regulator to open its first international campus in Bengaluru, with classes due to begin in August.
The Letter of Approval from the University Grants Commission clears the way for the UNSW Bengaluru campus to begin operations after meeting the regulator’s standards for foreign higher education institutions operating in India.
The campus, located at Embassy Manyata Business Park in north Bengaluru, will initially offer undergraduate degrees in Business, Computer Science and Data Science, along with a postgraduate degree in Cyber Security. The university plans to expand its course offerings in the following academic year.
The move marks a new stage in the Australia-India education relationship as international universities establish campuses in India under the National Education Policy 2020 framework and UGC regulations.
UNSW said students at the Bengaluru campus would receive the same academic standards as those offered by the university in Australia while studying in one of India’s leading technology centres.
UNSW Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Attila Brungs said receiving approval from the UGC marked an important step for the university’s long-term plans in India.
“Receiving the Letter of Approval from the UGC is an important milestone for UNSW Bengaluru and reflects our long-term commitment to India. Guided by UNSW’s 10-year strategy, ‘Progress for All’, we are proud to bring UNSW’s globally recognised education model closer to Indian students while contributing to deeper academic and research collaboration between Australia and India.
“Bengaluru’s position as a global technology and innovation hub makes it an ideal location for our first campus in India. Through strong industry integration, future-focused programs and global academic standards, we aim to prepare students for the rapidly evolving workforce and careers of the future.”
The campus sits within Embassy Manyata Business Park, home to more than 60 multinational and Fortune 500 companies including IBM, Nokia, ANZ, Cognizant and Rolls-Royce. UNSW expects the location to provide students with opportunities for internships, industry engagement, networking and practical learning.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience Professor Sarah Maddison said the university’s approach would combine academic standards with practical experience.
“At UNSW Bengaluru, students will benefit from a globally connected learning experience that combines academic rigour with practical learning, interdisciplinary thinking and a strong focus on driving impact for our graduates and their communities.
“In addition to academic excellence, UNSW Bengaluru will offer a supportive and inclusive campus environment, centred on student empowerment, wellbeing and engagement and career readiness.”
Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green said the approval highlighted the strength of Australia’s education sector and growing collaboration between the two countries.
“The approval of UNSW Bengaluru by the Indian government is further endorsement of the quality of Australian education. It reflects the growing strength of the Australia-India education relationship and the shared commitment of both countries towards advancing research, innovation and talent development.”
The Bengaluru campus is expected to welcome its first students when teaching begins in August 2026.
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