Krea University - Top Private University for liberal education
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Krea University - Top Private University for liberal education
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Open | MSc in Clinical Psychology 2026-28
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Open | BA, BSc, BA (Honours) and BSc (Honours)
Admissions open for the 4-year undergraduate programmes at School of Interwoven Arts & Sciences (SIAS)
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Open | Integrated MBA 2026-31
Admissions open for the Integrated MBA Programme at IFMR Graduate School of Business.
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Open | Krea Summer School 2026
For students from Grade 9-12
Dates: 26 April - 3 May | 21 June - 28 June
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4 Year BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons) at SIAS
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5 Year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme at IFMR GSB
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The Krea Edge
Krea University is instituted by a team of global academicians, industrialists and intellectuals with a vision for the 21st Century and beyond. Guided by a unique Interwoven Learning model, our programmes encourage creativity, critical thinking, communication, contemplation, cross-disciplinary approaches, real-world implementation, and the ability to negotiate unanswered questions. At Krea University, students are guided by some of the best academic minds drawn from leading universities around the world, a combination of path-breaking young scholars to highly experienced experts. Krea University will shape a new generation of adaptable, resilient leaders, giving them critical thinking skills and the ethical grounding needed to forge ahead.
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31
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31
Mar
A Talk on ‘The workings of single member plurality electoral system within a multi-party polity’
31-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
JSW-2F & Online
25
Mar
25
Mar
A Talk on ‘Environmental studies for a planet in crisis: Time, space and capital’
25-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:20 PM
SH1, Krea University
25
Mar
25
Mar
A Talk on ‘The Fiscal Bargain of the Union: The 16th Finance Commission and Beyond’ by Nilakantan RS
25-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
NAB-1D, Krea University
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In the Press
Krea University hosts Convocation ceremony, 400 students graduate
Renowned academic Professor Ram Ramaswamy, Former Vice Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad and Honorary Professor at IIT Delhi, graced the event as Chief Guest.
Krea University, IFMR GSB launch National Human Resource Development Network students’ chapter
The network aims for skill-building and competency enhancement, especially for students and young professionals.
A liberal arts degree is worth much more than realised
Vice Chancellor Professor Nirmala Rao pens a Op-Ed in The Hindu
Academic Inclusion Award goes to Krea University
Krea University wins the India Education Equality Index (IEEI) 2024 award for Academic Inclusion
KREA University hosted second TEDx on contradiction to collaboration theme
This year’s event highlighted the power of embracing contradictions as catalysts for innovation and progress and
A New Batch of Indian Universities
Interwoven Learning at Krea University featured in Forbes
How the flexibility and rigour of a Liberal Arts programme opens up diverse opportunities for students
With Teachers’ Day round the corner, educationists explain how a Liberal Arts education allows students to chart
Humanities is alive and kicking, thriving where you least expect
A new report shows how humanities disciplines shape critical thinking in universities, social movements, addressing contemporary challenges
Krea University’s IFMR GSB begins MBA cohort with over 250 students at Prarambh 2024
Chief Guest Divakar Jain, leader, risk and financial advisory at Deloitte, US-India Office shared insights
Liberal Arts: ‘Our curriculum is forward looking,’ says Krea University dean
Krea University’s School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences dean on liberal arts education,
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Schools and Centres
Krea University currently houses two Schools and provides strategic oversight to several Research Centres
The BA, BSc, BA (Honours), BSc (Honours), MSc and PhD degrees offered at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), Krea University equip our students with confidence, purpose, and the capacity for creative and critical thinking
IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB)
offers 5 year Integrated BBA + MBA, 2 year MBA, PhD, and customised Management Development programmes, including Executive Education programmes
The Research Centres LEAD,J-PAL South Asia, CDFI, Inclusion Economics India Centre, Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Sapien Labs Centre for the Human Brain and Mind, Water, Environment, Land and Livelihoods (WELL) Labs and Deccan Centre for International Relations work closely with international agencies, governments, policymakers and academicians in solving complex developmental challenges
IFMR Graduate School of Business
At IFMR GSB, we offer a curriculum based on a mix of theory and real-life exposure to business practices and prepare effective business leaders, through inventive, sharp-
thinking and cutting-edge research
Visit Website
School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences
At SIAS, we offer a distinctive undergraduate curriculum in the humanities, social sciences, literature, arts, and sciences. Our academic programme emphasizes our guiding principles of lnterwoven learning, a multi-directional approach to knowledge.
Visit Website
LEAD - Leveraging Evidence for Access and Development
LEAD is a collaborative hub that brings experts from diverse disciplines and sectors together to develop innovative solutions by harnessing innovation, technology and analytics
Visit Website
J-PAL - Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab
J-PAL South Asia conducts randomised evaluations, builds partnerships for evidence-informed policymaking, and helps partners scale up effective programmes
Visit Website
CDFI - Centre for Digital Financial Inclusion
CDFI was established in September 2014 with funding support from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, and institutional support from IFMR
Visit Website
Deccan Centre for International Relations
A think tank dedicated to advancing policy, research and dialogue on Geopolitics, Business and Technology, with primary focus on South India’s role in international engagement.
Visit Website
Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences is a Centre of excellence of advanced research in humanities and social sciences providing a vibrant independent post-doctoral research environment to stimulate unfettered intellectual enquiry and ethical reflection
Visit Website
Sapien Labs Centre for the Human Brain and Mind
Deciphering the Human Brain and Mind through the lens of economic, environmental, and social dynamics of the 21st century
Visit Website
Inclusion Economics India Centre
Inclusion Economics India Centre is a policy-engaged research initiative that strives to inform and encourage evidence-based dialogue on economic and social inclusion.
Visit Website
WELL Labs
Water, Environment, Land and Livelihoods (WELL) Labs co-creates research and innovation for social impact in the areas of land and water sustainability.
Visit Website
Faculty in Focus
Dr Sumitra Ranganathan participates in a roundtable at the British Forum of Ethnomusicology Annual Conference
April 16, 2026
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Dr Sambaiah Gundimeda authors an essay in Frontline
April 15, 2026
Read More »
Dr Srajana Kaikini’s recent works
April 15, 2026
Read More »
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Research & Publication Highlights
Professor Madhuri Saripalle’s paper in Sustainable Futures, Elsevier
April 16, 2026
Read More »
Professor Shanti Pappu’s recent publications
April 16, 2026
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Dr Junaid Iqbal’s paper published in Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management
April 15, 2026
Read More »
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Student in Spotlight
IFMR GSB PhD Scholar Gogireddy Naga Malleswara Reddy presents paper at ICRBSS 2026
April 16, 2026
Read More »
SIAS alum co-authors an article published in Mongabay
April 16, 2026
Read More »
IFMR GSB PhD Scholar Pratibha Jain Presents Paper at International Human Resource Conference (HRIC)
April 15, 2026
Read More »
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Connect with Krea
Visit our campus to learn more about academic and student life at Krea
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Krea Updates
Media Mentions
Research study by IFMR GSB faculty accepted to various prestigious peer reviewed conferences
June 1, 2022
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Despite policy support, labour participation by Women still low
March 8, 2022
Read More »
‘India’s navrang bird can help us strengthen solar energy’
March 7, 2022
Read More »
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Impact Stories
On the Research Quest
September 9, 2022
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SIAS student conducts a skill development workshop for UG students at Kalasa
March 9, 2022
Read More »
LiveMint publishes ‘The Need for Empathetic Leadership in the Workplace’ – an opinion piece co-authored by Kapil Viswanathan
April 15, 2021
Read More »
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Latest at Krea
Dr Raghuram Rajan and Dr Rohit Lamba Launch Breaking the Mould: Reimagining India’s Economic Future
January 9, 2024
Read More »
Eminent Thought Leaders Unravel Critical Narratives at the IFMR GSB Research Symposium on Finance and Economics (RSFE) 2022
June 22, 2022
Read More »
Research Symposium on Finance and Economics by IFMR Graduate School of Business at Krea University
June 14, 2022
Read More »
Krea Talks
Krea Talks, a prominent initiative of our University, featuring a diverse line-up of invited speakers delivering expert talks across various academic fields. Immerse yourself in this collection of recorded talks, exploring the breadth and depth of knowledge shared by our esteemed speakers
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Students Speak
"Krea has empowered me to embrace independent living, build meaningful friendships, and explore interdisciplinary learning. Krea University's professors who are knowledgeable and accessible have enriched my education, and I anticipate taking diverse courses like pottery and filmmaking in the future. Krea's unique blend of perspectives and academic choices is what sets it apart for me."
Avanti Nayal
Cohort of 2025 - Major - Economics
"My time at IFMR GSB has been filled with multiple rich experiences of fun-filled learning and special moments. Besides academics, we have plenty of functions and events that celebrate diversity. My personal association with certain clubs and committees has honed my own leadership and interpersonal skills."
Masaya Sahoo
Cohort of 2024
"Krea University ignited my transformation during this crucial phase of my university life. It fostered exploration, allowing me to discover my passion for photography and evolve into an authentic version of myself."
Pranav Jain
Cohort of 2024 - Major Chemistry
"The IFMR GSB campus has transformed me into a better person on both the personal and a professional front. I have become independent and most importantly MBA, among the many management lessons, has helped me realise that we are all capable of being productive, provided we learn to prioritise our tasks and I think this is a crucial skill for any leader."
Latavya CN
- Cohort of 2024
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Convocation 2025
Prarambh 2024
Confluence 2024 - Catalyzing Entrepreneurship
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Open | MSc in Clinical Psychology 2026-28
Admissions open for the 2-year MSc in Clinical Psychology programme at School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences
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Admissions
Open | BA, BSc, BA (Honours) and BSc (Honours)
Admissions open for the 4-year undergraduate programmes at School of Interwoven Arts & Sciences (SIAS)
Click to apply
Admissions
Open | Integrated MBA 2026-31
Admissions open for the Integrated MBA Programme at IFMR Graduate School of Business.
Click to apply
Registrations
Open | Krea Summer School 2026
For students from Grade 9-12
Dates: 26 April - 3 May | 21 June - 28 June
Know more
Are
you keen to tour the Krea campus?
Register to visit Krea's sprawling campus at Sri City, and experience the academic and residential facilities on offer, first-hand
Register Here
BA & BSC HONOURS
Apply Now
Round 1 Admissions to the UG Programmes at
Krea University Closing in
Countdown Expired!
4 Year BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons) at SIAS
&
5 Year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme at IFMR GSB
Creativity in Action
The Krea Edge
Krea University is instituted by a team of global academicians, industrialists and intellectuals with a vision for the 21st Century and beyond. Guided by a unique Interwoven Learning model, our programmes encourage creativity, critical thinking, communication, contemplation, cross-disciplinary approaches, real-world implementation, and the ability to negotiate unanswered questions. At Krea University, students are guided by some of the best academic minds drawn from leading universities around the world, a combination of path-breaking young scholars to highly experienced experts. Krea University will shape a new generation of adaptable, resilient leaders, giving them critical thinking skills and the ethical grounding needed to forge ahead.
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Krea, this week (11 - 17 April 2026)
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Krea, this week (3 - 10 April 2026)
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Krea, this week (28 March - 2 April 2026)
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Events
Events
31
Mar
31
Mar
A Talk on ‘The workings of single member plurality electoral system within a multi-party polity’
31-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
JSW-2F & Online
25
Mar
25
Mar
A Talk on ‘Environmental studies for a planet in crisis: Time, space and capital’
25-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:20 PM
SH1, Krea University
25
Mar
25
Mar
A Talk on ‘The Fiscal Bargain of the Union: The 16th Finance Commission and Beyond’ by Nilakantan RS
25-03-2026 @ 02:30 PM - 04:30 PM
NAB-1D, Krea University
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In the Press
Krea University hosts Convocation ceremony, 400 students graduate
Renowned academic Professor Ram Ramaswamy, Former Vice Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad and Honorary Professor at IIT Delhi, graced the event as Chief Guest.
Krea University, IFMR GSB launch National Human Resource Development Network students’ chapter
The network aims for skill-building and competency enhancement, especially for students and young professionals.
A liberal arts degree is worth much more than realised
Vice Chancellor Professor Nirmala Rao pens a Op-Ed in The Hindu
Academic Inclusion Award goes to Krea University
Krea University wins the India Education Equality Index (IEEI) 2024 award for Academic Inclusion
KREA University hosted second TEDx on contradiction to collaboration theme
This year’s event highlighted the power of embracing contradictions as catalysts for innovation and progress and
A New Batch of Indian Universities
Interwoven Learning at Krea University featured in Forbes
How the flexibility and rigour of a Liberal Arts programme opens up diverse opportunities for students
With Teachers’ Day round the corner, educationists explain how a Liberal Arts education allows students to chart
Humanities is alive and kicking, thriving where you least expect
A new report shows how humanities disciplines shape critical thinking in universities, social movements, addressing contemporary challenges
Krea University’s IFMR GSB begins MBA cohort with over 250 students at Prarambh 2024
Chief Guest Divakar Jain, leader, risk and financial advisory at Deloitte, US-India Office shared insights
Liberal Arts: ‘Our curriculum is forward looking,’ says Krea University dean
Krea University’s School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences dean on liberal arts education,
View More
Films
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Schools and Centres
Krea University currently houses two Schools and provides strategic oversight to several Research Centres
The BA, BSc, BA (Honours), BSc (Honours), MSc and PhD degrees offered at the School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences (SIAS), Krea University equip our students with confidence, purpose, and the capacity for creative and critical thinking
IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB)
offers 5 year Integrated BBA + MBA, 2 year MBA, PhD, and customised Management Development programmes, including Executive Education programmes
The Research Centres LEAD,J-PAL South Asia, CDFI, Inclusion Economics India Centre, Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Sapien Labs Centre for the Human Brain and Mind, Water, Environment, Land and Livelihoods (WELL) Labs and Deccan Centre for International Relations work closely with international agencies, governments, policymakers and academicians in solving complex developmental challenges
IFMR Graduate School of Business
At IFMR GSB, we offer a curriculum based on a mix of theory and real-life exposure to business practices and prepare effective business leaders, through inventive, sharp-
thinking and cutting-edge research
Visit Website
School of Interwoven Arts and Sciences
At SIAS, we offer a distinctive undergraduate curriculum in the humanities, social sciences, literature, arts, and sciences. Our academic programme emphasizes our guiding principles of lnterwoven learning, a multi-directional approach to knowledge.
Visit Website
LEAD - Leveraging Evidence for Access and Development
LEAD is a collaborative hub that brings experts from diverse disciplines and sectors together to develop innovative solutions by harnessing innovation, technology and analytics
Visit Website
J-PAL - Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab
J-PAL South Asia conducts randomised evaluations, builds partnerships for evidence-informed policymaking, and helps partners scale up effective programmes
Visit Website
CDFI - Centre for Digital Financial Inclusion
CDFI was established in September 2014 with funding support from Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Michael and Susan Dell Foundation, and institutional support from IFMR
Visit Website
Deccan Centre for International Relations
A think tank dedicated to advancing policy, research and dialogue on Geopolitics, Business and Technology, with primary focus on South India’s role in international engagement.
Visit Website
Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences is a Centre of excellence of advanced research in humanities and social sciences providing a vibrant independent post-doctoral research environment to stimulate unfettered intellectual enquiry and ethical reflection
Visit Website
Sapien Labs Centre for the Human Brain and Mind
Deciphering the Human Brain and Mind through the lens of economic, environmental, and social dynamics of the 21st century
Visit Website
Inclusion Economics India Centre
Inclusion Economics India Centre is a policy-engaged research initiative that strives to inform and encourage evidence-based dialogue on economic and social inclusion.
Visit Website
WELL Labs
Water, Environment, Land and Livelihoods (WELL) Labs co-creates research and innovation for social impact in the areas of land and water sustainability.
Visit Website
Faculty in Focus
Dr Sumitra Ranganathan participates in a roundtable at the British Forum of Ethnomusicology Annual Conference
April 16, 2026
Read More »
Dr Sambaiah Gundimeda authors an essay in Frontline
April 15, 2026
Read More »
Dr Srajana Kaikini’s recent works
April 15, 2026
Read More »
View More
Research & Publication Highlights
Professor Madhuri Saripalle’s paper in Sustainable Futures, Elsevier
April 16, 2026
Read More »
Professor Shanti Pappu’s recent publications
April 16, 2026
Read More »
Dr Junaid Iqbal’s paper published in Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management
April 15, 2026
Read More »
View More
Student in Spotlight
IFMR GSB PhD Scholar Gogireddy Naga Malleswara Reddy presents paper at ICRBSS 2026
April 16, 2026
Read More »
SIAS alum co-authors an article published in Mongabay
April 16, 2026
Read More »
IFMR GSB PhD Scholar Pratibha Jain Presents Paper at International Human Resource Conference (HRIC)
April 15, 2026
Read More »
View More
Connect with Krea
Visit our campus to learn more about academic and student life at Krea
Visit Campus
Visit our campus to learn more about academic and student life at Krea
Register for a Campus Visit Now
Krea Updates
Media Mentions
Research study by IFMR GSB faculty accepted to various prestigious peer reviewed conferences
June 1, 2022
Read More »
Despite policy support, labour participation by Women still low
March 8, 2022
Read More »
‘India’s navrang bird can help us strengthen solar energy’
March 7, 2022
Read More »
Load More
Impact Stories
On the Research Quest
September 9, 2022
Read More »
SIAS student conducts a skill development workshop for UG students at Kalasa
March 9, 2022
Read More »
LiveMint publishes ‘The Need for Empathetic Leadership in the Workplace’ – an opinion piece co-authored by Kapil Viswanathan
April 15, 2021
Read More »
Load More
Latest at Krea
Dr Raghuram Rajan and Dr Rohit Lamba Launch Breaking the Mould: Reimagining India’s Economic Future
January 9, 2024
Read More »
Eminent Thought Leaders Unravel Critical Narratives at the IFMR GSB Research Symposium on Finance and Economics (RSFE) 2022
June 22, 2022
Read More »
Research Symposium on Finance and Economics by IFMR Graduate School of Business at Krea University
June 14, 2022
Read More »
Krea Talks
Krea Talks, a prominent initiative of our University, featuring a diverse line-up of invited speakers delivering expert talks across various academic fields. Immerse yourself in this collection of recorded talks, exploring the breadth and depth of knowledge shared by our esteemed speakers
Play
Play
Play
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Play
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Play
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Hear from our students
Students Speak
"Krea has empowered me to embrace independent living, build meaningful friendships, and explore interdisciplinary learning. Krea University's professors who are knowledgeable and accessible have enriched my education, and I anticipate taking diverse courses like pottery and filmmaking in the future. Krea's unique blend of perspectives and academic choices is what sets it apart for me."
Avanti Nayal
Cohort of 2025 - Major - Economics
"My time at IFMR GSB has been filled with multiple rich experiences of fun-filled learning and special moments. Besides academics, we have plenty of functions and events that celebrate diversity. My personal association with certain clubs and committees has honed my own leadership and interpersonal skills."
Masaya Sahoo
Cohort of 2024
"Krea University ignited my transformation during this crucial phase of my university life. It fostered exploration, allowing me to discover my passion for photography and evolve into an authentic version of myself."
Pranav Jain
Cohort of 2024 - Major Chemistry
"The IFMR GSB campus has transformed me into a better person on both the personal and a professional front. I have become independent and most importantly MBA, among the many management lessons, has helped me realise that we are all capable of being productive, provided we learn to prioritise our tasks and I think this is a crucial skill for any leader."
Latavya CN
- Cohort of 2024
Gallery
Convocation 2025
Prarambh 2024
Confluence 2024 - Catalyzing Entrepreneurship
Enquire Now
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Integrated MBA
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UG Programme
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