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SDM College (Autonomous), Ujire — UG & PG
UjireAutonomous
The Society’s flagship degree and postgraduate college. Founded in 1966 at Siddavana Gurukula, it became autonomous in 2007 and was re-accredited with an ‘A’ grade (CGPA 3.59) in 2010.
SDM Institute of Technology (SDMIT), Ujire
UjireUjire Campus
Engineering college blending quality education with traditional values. BE in Computer Science, Information Science, Electronics & Communication, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical and Civil.
SDM College of Engineering & Technology, Dharwad
Dharwad
Established in 1979 under the SDME Society and now one of the country’s acclaimed engineering institutions.
Students
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SDM Educational Trust Scholarship: New application
New applicantsMonthly
Monthly scholarships for talented, needy students in first-year postgraduate and professional courses. The Trust has supported students across Karnataka since 1985.
SDM Educational Trust Scholarship: Renewal
RenewalMonthly
For existing beneficiaries who completed the previous academic year without any failures.
Alumni merit scholarships (SDM Nenapinangala)
SDM College UjireMerit
At SDM College, Ujire, the Alumni Association’s monthly ‘SDM Nenapinangala’ series has given scholarships of ₹5,000 each to 20 meritorious students.
On campus
See allRatnavarma Stadium
ClosedUjire Campus
Main outdoor ground for athletics, cricket, football and inter-college meets.
Swimming Pool
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Campus pool for training sessions and recreation. Check batch timings at the sports office.
Central Library
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Reading halls, reference books, journals and digital resources for students and staff.
Making education accessible and affordable for rural youth, with value woven into every course, from kindergarten to doctoral studies.
Putting Value into Education
Visiting Dharmasthala
See allSri Manjunatha Swamy Temple
Pilgrim Centre
The principal shrine of Dharmasthala, known for daily annadana and an equal welcome to all.
Manjusha Museum
ClosedMuseum
Artefacts personally collected by Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade over fifty years, with regular exhibitions and workshops.
Kshetra Guest Houses
Open NowAdvance Booking
Pilgrim accommodation run by the Kshetra. Rooms are allotted at the reception counter; book ahead on festival days.
Latest news
See all16 June 2026
SDM Institute for Management Development faculty team visits the Head Office
A faculty delegation from SDM Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru, visited the Society’s Head Office in Dharmasthala on 11 June.
28 May 2026
SDM Udyogam 2026: two-day mega job fair inaugurated at Ujire
The two-day mega job fair “SDM Udyogam 2026”, organised by the SDM Educational Society, was inaugurated at SDM Autonomous College, Ujire.
9 July 2022
Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade nominated to the Rajya Sabha
The President of the SDM Educational Society and Padma Vibhushan awardee was nominated to the Rajya Sabha.