Adhering to the vision and mission of the university, the academic programs are planned carefully. The objective of undergraduate and post graduate programs as well as our research programs of the university is to impart and disseminate knowledge and to provide facilities for research and development in the emerging areas of Health Sciences, Science and Technology, Business Management, Hospitality Management, Law, Liberal Education, Teacher’s Education, Sports, etc. 

Here are the key details about the university:

• The university got its name after the great and brilliant educationist Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil.
• The university has its sponsor which is known as D.Y. Patil Education Society.
• There are many facilities that are provided inside the campus so that the students can enjoy their campus life to the fullest. The library is well equipped and there are huge numbers of books kept for the students. The computer centre is also very well maintained and does not lag behind in any case or the other. 
• There are above 1,60,000 alumnus and they are placed all over.
• The faculty and the staff is above 10,000 and they are very professional and well-mannered.

When it comes to ranking, this university is ranked 2nd among best medical colleges of India. Also, it is ranked among top three private universities of India with 5 stars according to the survey by Pioneer newspaper.