BLDE (Deemed to be University)

BLDE (Deemed to be University) is a renowned institution in Karnataka, providing education primarily in medical and health sciences. Declared a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, it is housed on a sprawling campus in Vijayapura (formerly Bijapur).

The university's constituent college, Shri B. M. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, was established in 1986 by the BLDE Association. Accredited with an 'A' Grade by NAAC (Cycle-2), BLDE (DU) offers a comprehensive range of programmes, including the UG programme MBBS, PG programmes in 21 disciplines, a PG Super Specialty Programme in Urology (M.Ch.), and PhD programmes in 17 disciplines. It also provides innovative fellowship, diploma, and certificate courses in medical and allied sciences.

Ranked 8th in India and 3rd in Karnataka among Private Medical & Health Sciences Universities by Education World (2025-26), the university is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a fully automated library, skill and simulation centre, and a modern multi-gym.