Our Story
Educating Minds, Inspiring Hearts
The phenomenal growth of the University, in terms of the number of faculties, departments, colleges, centres and hostels, denotes the physical infrastructure and commensurate growth in the number of academic programmes, encompassing Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral studies among others.
Early Years (1922-1947)
Established as a unitary, teaching, and residential university with three constituent colleges: St. Stephen's, Hindu, and Ramjas.
Post-Independence Era (1948-1972)
Adding more colleges, departments, and research centers to accommodate the growing student population.
Consolidation and Expansion (1973-1997)
Increasing demands of a growing student body and the need for academic diversification. The South Campus started.
Beyond (1998-Present)
Adoption of NEP 2020. Focus on Holistic Education.
Our Mission
Foster all-round development of students through multi-faceted ed- ucation and sustained engagement with local, national and global communities, and nurture lifelong inspired learners from across the globe in line with our cultural ideal of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam'.
Our Vision
To be an internationally acclaimed university, recognised for excellence in teaching, research, and outreach; dedicated to serving humanity through the creation of knowledgeable, skilled, enterprising and socially responsible citizens.
Core Values
Academic Excellence
In teaching, research, and innovation.
Honesty, Integrity and Compassion
In personal conduct, academic endeavours, and institutional practices. By exhibiting empathy towards multi-species existence and planetary responsibilities.
Diversity and Inclusion
By recognising and respecting human diversity leading to inclusivity.By practicing the idea of ‘वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्’ Vasudhaiv Kutumbkam ‘the world is one family’.
Happiness
In quest of contentment and ways of spreading the idea of 'सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः' Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah ‘May all be happy’.