Solapur University was established on 1st August 2004 and was inaugurated on 03-08-2004 by the Governor of Maharashtra. The formation of the university at Solapur was a long cherished desire of the people of this region. Earlier, to the formation of University, Solapur had a P.G. Centre of Shivaji University for over two decades. The centre for P.G. studies had three postgraduate science departments and 7 postgraduate courses conducted in the P.G. departments. With this sound background Solapur University has been established to cater the needs of over 60,000 students community. The university is poised for an ambitious growth. The University is now a hub of various academic activities. Good number of Engineering, Agricultural, Architectural, Medical and Traditional institutions of national fame are located in and around the city.

It is a landmark to state that the university has successfully conducted its examinations and has declared results in record time. Student’s welfare department has conducted successfully its council elections, youth festivals and insurance scheme etc. activities. Further, students have bagged medals at state and national youth festivals and sports events. The varsity has strong NSS & NCC units.