Manipal University Jaipur, founded in 2011, is a part of the Manipal Education Group, which comprises four additional universities. Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) has been ranked 76th in the Engineering category and 79th in the Management category in the NIRF 2023 rankings. Manipal University Jaipur, is a private university and a part of Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG). MUJ is accredited with A+ grade by NAAC and approved by UGC, AICTE, BCI, COA and DSIR. Some courses are accredited by the NBA.

Manipal University Jaipur provides a wide range of academic programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. These programs cover diverse fields including engineering, management, basic and applied sciences, humanities, social sciences, journalism and mass communication, and law.

The university also offers various diploma and certificate courses in specific fields. Students who have completed the MET certificate examination administered by the university are admitted to undergraduate programs. Admission to PG programs is determined on the basis of merit.

Manipal University Jaipur is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with 'A' grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Manipal University Jaipur is also ranked among the top private universities in India by various ranking agencies. Manipal University Jaipur has been ranked 151 – 200 (band) in the overall category by NIRF 2023.

Manipal University Jaipur Placement 2023 concluded with 98% placements and 1479+ offers. The average package was INR 7.5 LPA. 9% of the total offers were given above INR 30 LPA. There was participation from 289+ recruiters during the placement drive.