Established in 1992, Vels University is a private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Chennai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Vels University is a medium-sized coeducational Indian higher education institution. Vels University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Vels University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.