DDU Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur.

Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, founded in 1950, is the first university in Uttar Pradesh to emerge as a leading higher-studies centre after Independence. It has earned an A++ accreditation from NAAC for its relentless pursuit of its motto from NAAC for its relentless pursuit of its motto, “Let the noble thoughts come to us from all directions,” which reflects its openness to diverse perspectives, cultures, and values in its academic and organizational spheres. The university bears the name of the eminent political philosopher, Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya. It is situated in Gorakhpur, where it draws inspiration from the spiritual, philosophical, patriotic, and philanthropic heritage of Gautam Buddha, Sant Kabir, Guru Gorakshnath, Bismil, Hanuman Prasad Poddar, and the world-famous Gita Press. The university spans 190.96 acres and comprises eight faculties with forty departments that have been instrumental in providing holistic education to the people of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Western Bihar, and Nepal since its inception. As a residential-cum-affiliating State University with academic jurisdiction over three districts of Eastern Uttar Pradesh, it boasts of a rich academic legacy, distinguished alumni, competent, qualified, and committed faculty members, transparent and efficient administrative system, ample career growth opportunities, advanced research facilities, and a lively and secure campus. The university has more than 12,000 enrolled students, of whom more than 50% are women. It has successfully implemented a range of innovative schemes and programs to impart holistic education to its students. The university is renowned nationwide for its quality research, outstanding teaching and learning processes, national and international awards, sports activities and achievements, involvement in outreach and extension activities, strong student support system, placements in reputed government and private organizations, and transparent and effective governance. The university is furnished with facilities such as an automated Central Library, ICT-enabled classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories, an Incubation centre, Health Centre, separate hostels for men and women, facilities for sports and games, an environment-friendly campus, a gender-sensitive environment, and a ragging-free atmosphere. The university aims to excel as a University of Excellence in the near future by blending value-based ethical education with modern scientific education and advancing on the path of academic progress, contributing to the social, economic, political, cultural, and educational development of the region. The university’s A++ accreditation by NAAC demonstrates its dedication to excellence in education and academic standards. Vision / दृष्टि To be an institution of academic excellence, generate knowledge through research by integrating local wisdom with global expertise, nurture talent and promote intellectual growth in keeping with the University motto of “आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः” (Let noble thoughts come to me from all directions) and serve humanity with a commitment towards social, economic, cultural and spiritual development of society and the nation. अकादमिक रूप से एक उत्कृष्ट संस्था बनना, स्थानीय प्रज्ञा एवं वैश्विक दक्षता को एकीकृत कर ज्ञानोपार्जन करना, विश्वविद्यालय के सूत्र-वाक्य ‘आ नो भद्राः क्रतवो यन्तु विश्वतः’ (‘समस्त दिशाओं से उदात्त विचार मुझ तक पहुॅचें’) के अनुरूप प्रतिभा संपोषण एवं बौद्धिक उन्नयन को प्रोत्साहित करना तथा समाज व राष्ट्र के सामाजिक, आर्थिक, सांस्कृतिक एवं आध्यात्मिक विकास के प्रति कटिबद्ध रहते हुए मानवता की सेवा करना। Mission / लक्ष्य To provide the students with an academically congenial and safe environment conducive to their holistic development. विद्यार्थियों को उनके सर्वांगीण विकास में सहायक अकादमिक दृष्टि से अनुकूल एवं सुरक्षित वातावरण उपलब्ध कराना। To achieve and ensure intellectual excellence through effective teaching, latest research and relevant co-curricular activities. प्रभावी अध्यापन, अद्यतन शोध एवं उपयुक्त पाठ्यानुवर्ती गतिविधियों के माध्यम से बौद्धिक उत्कृष्टता को सुनिश्चित व अर्जित करना। To equip the students with academic and professional skills, ethical values and leadership qualities to enable them to contribute towards social, regional and national development. विद्यार्थियों को सामाजिक, क्षेत्रीय एवं राष्ट्रीय विकास में योगदान देने में समर्थ बनाने के लिए उन्हें अकादमिक एवं व्यवसायिक कौशल, नैतिक मूल्य एवं नेतृत्व क्षमता से सम्पन्न बनाना| To sensitize the University fraternity to the needs of the region through knowledge-transfer and outreach programmes. विश्वविद्यालय समुदाय को ज्ञानांतरण एवं परिसरेतर कार्यक्रमों के माध्यम से क्षेत्र की आवश्यकताओं के प्रति संवेदनशील बनाना। To strive towards the optimum use of available resources in making the campus sustainable, clean, green and eco-friendly. परिसर को संवहनीय, स्वच्छ, हरा-भरा तथा पर्यावरण-अनुकूल बनाने के लिए उपलब्ध संसाधनों के न्यायोचित प्रयोग के लिए प्रयत्नशील रहना। To promote the principles of social, cultural and religious co-existence among the students, faculty members, administrative officers and ministerial staff of the University. विश्वविद्यालय के विद्यार्थियों, शिक्षकों, प्रशासनिक अधिकारियों और कर्मचारियों के बीच सामाजिक, सांस्कृतिक एवं धार्मिक सह-अस्तित्व के सिद्धान्तों को बढ़ावा देना। ...view more