RGUHS 28th Convocation: Over 72,000 Degrees and 115 Gold Medals to Be Awarded on June 16
Bengaluru, June 12, 2026 – The Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) in Karnataka is set to host its 28th annual convocation ceremony on June 16. The event will take place at the Dr. Babu Rajendra Prasad International Convention Centre, located within the GKVK Campus on Ballari Road, starting at 10:00 AM.
Karnataka’s Governor and RGUHS Chancellor, Thaawarchand Gehlot, will lead the proceedings by presenting degrees to successful graduates. The event’s chief guest will be Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who will also deliver the convocation address. Other dignitaries in attendance include Medical Education Minister Dr. Sharanaprakash R. Patil (Pro-Chancellor) and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Bhagavan B.C.
Degree Distribution and Honorary Awards
A total of 72,741 candidates are scheduled to receive various qualifications. The breakdown includes 71 Ph.D. scholars, 211 super-speciality degree holders, 9,761 postgraduates, 8 postgraduate diploma recipients, 256 fellowship graduates, 15 certificate course completers, and 62,419 undergraduates.
In recognition of their outstanding contributions to their respective fields, three distinguished individuals will receive honorary Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) degrees: Prof. (Dr.) Nailady Sridhar Shetty, Dr. Harshangi Veerbhadrappa, and Dr. A.C. Shanmugam.
ಆರ್ಜಿಯುಎಚ್ಎಸ್ 28ನೇ ಘಟಿಕೋತ್ಸವ: ಜೂನ್ 16ರಂದು 72,741 ಪದವಿಗಳು ಮತ್ತು 115 ಚಿನ್ನದ ಪದಕಗಳ ಪ್ರದಾನ
Academic Performance and Medal Winners
The university reported an overall pass rate of 89.22% across all faculties. Commenting on the results, Vice-Chancellor Dr. Bhagavan B.C. stated that the students’ accomplishments highlight the dedication of institutions, educators, and learners in advancing quality health sciences education.
This year, 103 students will collectively receive 115 gold medals. Each medal is a 22-carat gold coin weighing five grams, funded by both the university and donor contributions.
The top performer is Spandhana I, a Bachelor of Physiotherapy student from Padmashree Institute of Physiotherapy in Bengaluru, who secured three gold medals. Additionally, ten students have each earned two gold medals. They are:
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Dr. Prajwal Kashyap (Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute)
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Dr. Brinda M.K. (SJM Dental College and Hospital, Chitradurga)
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Dr. Sanjana S. (A.L.N. Rao Memorial Ayurvedic Medical College, Koppa)
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Dr. Rodrigues Praneel Melvin (Alva’s College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Moodbidri)
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Dr. Kavana B.K. (Shri Siddaganga College of Pharmacy, Tumakuru)
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Annu Priya (Acharya and B.M. Reddy College of Pharmacy, Bengaluru)
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Trupti Shanmukh Naik (Srinivasa College of Pharmacy, Mangaluru)
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Vedika S. (Kengal Hanumanthaiah Institute of Physiotherapy, Bengaluru)
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Kalyani Bajpeyee (Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Bengaluru)
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Shruthika (A.J. Institute of Medical Sciences, Mangaluru)
Minister Dr. Sharanaprakash R. Patil emphasized that the graduating students will play a crucial role in enhancing healthcare services and addressing the growing demands of society.
