Seth Govindji Raoji Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Solapur - Overview

History and Legacy of SGR Ayurved Mahavidyalaya

The roots of SGR Ayurved Mahavidyalaya go back to 1917, when Seth Sakharam Nemchand Doshi established Seth Sakharam Nemchand Jain Aushadhalaya Trust in Solapur with a mission to provide pure vegetarian Ayurvedic medicines without alcohol, guided by the Jain principle of 'Aushadhdan' — donation of medicine — considered one of the most important forms of charity in Jain Shastra. The trust started with an OPD section and a Rasashala (Ayurvedic pharmacy) in 1917, expanded into a full hospital in 1956, and went on to establish Seth Govindji Raoji Ayurved College in 1962. The college was named after Seth Govindji Raoji, whose generous donation made the college's establishment possible. Post Graduate education in Kayachikitsa was introduced in 1986, and in 1993 the Smt. Kasturbai Walchand Girls Hostel was built with a donation from Walchand Industries Charitable Trust. The trust recently completed 100 years of unbroken service in Ayurvedic healthcare and education.

Unique Identity – Jain Minority Institution

SGR Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Solapur, holds a distinction not shared by any other Ayurvedic college in Maharashtra — it is the only Jain Minority Ayurvedic institution in the state. This status reflects the institution's founding principles rooted in the Jain tradition of 'Aushadhdan' (charitable provision of medicines) and its commitment to making Ayurvedic healthcare accessible to all. Jain minority students are entitled to specific fee concessions and scholarships under Maharashtra government norms applicable to minority institutions.

Recognitions, Affiliations, and Approvals

The college is affiliated to Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik, and recognised by the Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM), New Delhi, and the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM), New Delhi. NCISM and MUHS permission and affiliation letters for UG, PG, and Ph.D. programmes for 2025-26 are available on the official website. The college is NAAC accredited and receives a Government Grant-in-Aid from the Government of Maharashtra. The fee structure is regulated and approved by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA), Mumbai.

Trust Leadership and Governance

The college is governed by Seth Sakharam Nemchand Jain Aushadhalaya Trust under the presidency of Mr. Arvind Raoji Doshi (C/O PAE Ltd., Mumbai), with Dr. Pradeep Jivraj Kothadia as Honorary Secretary and Dr. Adarsh Harshwardhan Mehta as Joint Secretary. Mr. Anoop Anil Doshi serves as CAO and College Coordinator, maintaining day-to-day academic and administrative coordination at the Solapur campus.

Vision and Mission

The vision of SGR Ayurved Mahavidyalaya is to be an excellent institution for education, research, and healthcare in the field of Ayurveda — fostering compassionate, innovative, and skilled Vaidyas. The mission of the institution is to promote Ayurvedic practice through research and community engagement, to provide high-quality Ayurvedic education, to foster clinical and translational research, and to preserve the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda through its integration with modern medical science for optimal wellness of society.

Location and Campus

Seth Govindji Raoji Ayurved Mahavidyalaya is located in Solapur, Maharashtra — a major city and district headquarters in southern Maharashtra, well-connected by road, rail, and air. The college campus houses the Mahavidyalaya building with 15 departments, a well-stocked library with a reading room, a maintained herbal garden, and hostel facilities. The attached Seth Sakharam Nemchand Jain Ayurved Rugnalaya is situated in the heart of Solapur city, making it easily accessible to patients and students alike.