The Director, Student Affairs, looks after the welfare of students and is available in office on the first floor of the Manipal Academy of Higher Education building on all working days between 10 am and 4 pm.

CONTACTS :

Department of Student Affairs Office
manipal.edu building

Email: dsa.mahe@manipal.edu
Tel No: 0820 - 2922035

My dear students, 

Welcome to the Department of Student Affairs at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Manipal.

University life is about so much more than lectures, classrooms and degrees. It is a journey of discovering yourself, building lifelong friendships, exploring new ideas and growing into the person you aspire to become. At MAHE, we believe these years should inspire every student to dream bigger, step beyond their comfort zones and evolve into confident, compassionate individuals ready to make a meaningful difference in the world.

Our commitment is to ensure that every student feels supported, valued, heard and empowered throughout this transformative journey. While academics remain central to university life, some of the most meaningful learning happens outside the classroom - through student clubs, cultural and technical events, leadership opportunities, sports, community engagement and the diverse experiences that make campus life vibrant and memorable. I truly wish you enjoy all of this. 

We also understand that every student’s journey comes with its own set of challenges, both academic and personal. The Department of Student Affairs is here to walk alongside you through these moments. Through counselling support, healthcare facilitation, student engagement initiatives and responsive grievance redressal mechanisms, we strive to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment where every student can thrive both personally and professionally.

Every student brings unique dreams, perspectives and potential to our community. As Director of Student Affairs, I look forward to working together with our students, faculty, staff and the larger MAHE family to nurture a culture rooted in empathy, respect, opportunity and meaningful experiences.

I warmly welcome you to a journey of growth, discovery, connection and transformation at MAHE.

Dr. Poornima Panduranga Kundapur

Director, Student Affairs

Vision statement of DSA:

To facilitate students' transformation into confident and successful individuals who are worthy citizens of their country.

Mission statement of DSA:

To ensure holistic development and a healthy study and work atmosphere for all students of MAHE.

Objectives:

1. To address student concerns with need-based counselling.
2. To facilitate and provide holistic healthcare.
3. To effectively address student grievances with appropriate redressal mechanisms.