Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University) is a beacon of learning and innovation since its inception in 1999 as an affiliated institution under Bangalore University. The Institution is managed by St. Joseph Province Kottayam, Kerala of Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), the first indigenous catholic religious congregation in India. Marking a significant milestone in its journey, Kristu Jayanti attained the ‘autonomous’ status in the year 2013. As per the notification dated July 08, 2025, vide letter No. 9-13/2025 - U.3(A), Kristu Jayanti has been conferred the status of Deemed to be University under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, by the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India under General Category.