Banasthali Vidyapith University was founded in 1983 in Jaipur, India by Pandit Hiralal Shastri and Smt. Ratan Shastri to provide higher education opportunities for women. It is a residential university with hostels that provide accommodations, libraries, recreational activities and modern amenities for its students. The university has strong IT infrastructure across campus as well as excellent sports and library facilities. It offers numerous scholarships and placements opportunities to help students continue their education and careers.