Vikram University was established in Ujjain on 1 March 1957. Shri Ranchod Lalji Dhabai donated the land for it from Barnagar. The foundation stone of Vikram University was laid by the then Home Minister of India Shri Govind Vallabh Pant on 23 October 1956. The function was presided over by the Rajpramukh of Madhya Bharat State Late Jiwajirao Scindia.

The state of Madhya Pradesh was formed in 1956, and Madhya Bharat was merged into it. The Act relating to the University was accordingly amended. The amended Act of Vikram University No. 13, 1957 was published in Madhya Pradesh Gazette on 16 August 1957.

The University's jurisdiction diminished due to the 1964-65 formation of Indore University, Gwalior and Bhopal University during 1969-70. On 20 April 1973, the Governor granted permission to bring about homogeneity in the organization and administration of Madhya Pradesh Universities. This permission was first published in the Madhya Pradesh Gazette (extraordinary) on 23 April 1973. By a notification of the Education Department 940/20/8/71 dated 3 May 1973, the by-laws of the Madhya Pradesh Universities Act No. 1 to 19 were brought into effect from 25 September 1973, No. 20 to 26 from 1 December 1973, and No. 27 to 31 from 4 May 1974, for all the Universities of Madhya Pradesh (including Vikram University).

The Madhya Pradesh Universities Act was amended and published in Madhya Pradesh Gazette on 28 June 1985. As per the amendment, University Jurisdiction was redefined and demarcated in accordance with the Revenue districts of Ujjain Division, including Ujjain, Ratlam, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Shajapur and Dewas. Because of the new jurisdiction, the number of affiliated colleges decreased, and some new colleges were granted affiliation.

दिव्य सिंहस्थ 2028: अक्षय विरासत – अनंत भविष्य

Samrat Vikramaditya Vishwavidyalaya is honored to introduce a new flagship program “दिव्य सिंहस्थ 2028: अक्षय विरासत – अनंत भविष्य” (Divine Simhastha 2028: Imperishable Legacy – Infinite Future), a visionary initiative launched on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya, Samvat 2083 (19th April 2026), symbolizing a journey of enduring prosperity.

This two-year roadmap, spanning from April 2026 to May 2028, represents a heartfelt commitment to blending our deep-rooted Indian knowledge traditions with modern scientific advancement. By integrating AI-driven innovations, digital preservation, and hands-on sustainability efforts, we are not just planning an event, but nurturing a smarter, greener, and more spiritually grounded future.

We invite you to join our "Vikram Vahini" volunteers and global community as we bridge the wisdom of our ancestors with the limitless potential of youth and tomorrow.

The logo serves as a soulful tribute to our identity, gracefully uniting the global legacy of Samrat Vikramaditya.

• The Banyan Tree represents the "Imperishable Legacy" (Akshay Virasat).
• The Infinity Loop entwined with the tree represents the "Infinite Future" (Anant Bhavishya).
• The loop represents Brahman—the ultimate reality that is boundless, timeless, and inexhaustible. Placing दिव्य सिंहस्थ within this loop suggests that the event is a gateway to experiencing this eternal, infinite tradition.

"The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you."
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