The Confederation of Indian Private Universities (CIPU) is a mission-driven, not-for-profit organisation established to champion the voice, visibility, and vitality of India’s Private Universities. Born out of deep consultation and strategic dialogues with academic and policy leaders, CIPU took shape through landmark engagements—beginning with a Visioning Workshop in Washington D.C. in 2022 and followed by a pivotal national convening of over 70 leading private universities in Pune in 2023.

CIPU envisions positioning India as the knowledge capital of the world, reigniting its civilizational role as a Vishwa Guru in the 21st century. Anchored in this vision, CIPU works at the intersection of policy, practice, and partnerships to empower private universities and elevate their role in shaping national and global education agendas.

Through sustained engagement with government, academia, industry, and international associations, CIPU advocates for enabling policies, fosters institutional collaboration, and promotes the internationalization of Indian higher education.

CIPU also serves as a dynamic platform for academic leaders to exchange ideas, co-create solutions, and drive excellence. Its member institutions come together to share best practices, engage in consensus-building, and address emerging challenges in a rapidly evolving educational ecosystem.

Together, we strive to build a future-ready, globally respected, and socially impactful higher education system for India.