Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak (MDU, Rohtak)

Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, established in 1976 as a residential University with the objective of promoting inter-disciplinary higher education and research with special emphasis on studies of environmental, ecological and life sciences, is of environmental, ecological and life sciences, is making rapid progress to emerge as a leading educational institution of the nation. Now it is a teaching-cum-affiliating university with a formidable track record in academics, research, literacy and cultural activities, and sports. Currently, there are 38 Post-Graduate Departments and 11 Faculties in the University. Territorial jurisdiction of the University extends to 10 districts of Southern Haryana. The Directorate of Distance Education is providing quality education to the students with its traditional UG/ PG courses as well as Information Technology and Management programmes. Excellent standards of teaching and research, well-qualified faculty members, effective administrative functioning, congenial academic environment, pulsating campus life, key national and international linkages, timely holding of examinations and time-bound declaration of results, ample avenues for holistic development of personality of the students, a community-service approach, special emphasis on providing opportunities for students of rural background, girl students, and students from marginalized communities, administrative mechanism based on e-governance etc. are the salient features of this University. The overall progress made by the University in all fields resulted in the University receiving the ‘A+’ grade from NAAC in March 2019. University, with its large campus, provides excellent infrastructural facilities and necessary student support services, benefiting the students. Beautiful landscaping is a hallmark of the varsity. Hostel facilities for 2500 boys and equal number of girls is available on the campus. Computer and network facilities are available on the campus. The University has entered into national and international level strategic tie-ups with academic and research organizations for joint academic and research programmes. Recently, Recently University has signed MoU with National Skill Development Corporation to facilitate skill development of University students. We are all set to emerge as a pioneer University with overall excellence and global outlook and deep commitment towards social and community causes in times to come. Welcome to this vibrant Institute of Higher Learning, and realize your academic dreams! Effective curriculum delivery is attained through a well-planned and documented process. Academic Council, Board of Studies and other academic committees work in coordination to strengthen curricular, co-and extracurricular activities. Activities are planned in advance to accomplish the vision and mission of the University. The university offers more than 160 academic programs through the Departments/Centres/Institutes. Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) in academic programs of the University offers greater academic flexibility to enhance employability skills of the students by integrating discipline-specific, interdisciplinary/ multidisciplinary electives in curricula to meet students’ interests and aspirations. Courses relevant to Gender Sensitivity, Professional Ethics, Human Values and Community Outreach are also integrated in relevant programs. Environmental issues and sustainability is an integral part of UG/PG programs. Value-added certificate programs inculcate research aptitude, soft skills, personality development, and life skills to keep students conversant with the current global scenario, while value-addition Programs like communication skills, foreign languages and training in music facilitate holistic development of students. Timely conduct of examinations and declaration of results in accordance with the pre-determined schedule is an integral part of the evaluation process. The University has introduced NEP 2020 based curriculum in UG and 5-year Integrated programs offered at its campus and the same will be implemented in affiliated colleges w.e.f. 2024-25 session. The University library, named after the revered social reformer Swami Vivekananda, offers a highly conducive and enabling academic environment. It functions in its best mode as an effective knowledge treasury for students and teachers in the contemporary information era. Strategically located, the Vivekananda library with excellent state-of-the-art computer facilities and the latest infrastructure is housed in a magnificent 3-storeyed building with 1,10,000 sq. ft. carpet area and a seating capacity of 2163 users, in addition to a separate air-conditioned reading hall with 80 seats for the researchers with another 14000 sq. ft. carpet area and 428 seating capacity in its five off-shoots. Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, established in the year 1976 as a residential university with the objectives of promoting interdisciplinary higher education and research with special emphasis on studies of Life Sciences, Environmental and Ecological Sciences, is exhibiting tremendous progress to emerge as one of the leading educational institutions of the nation. Presently, M.D. University is a teaching-cum-affiliating university with a formidable track record in the field of teaching, research, extension, cultural and sports activities. The University has been awarded ‘A+’ grade by NAAC and ranked 96th in NIRF 2023 by the Ministry of Education. The University received the Green Institutional Mentor Award from MHRD in 2020. MDU is the first among the public funded universities in Sawachatta Rankings 2018 in the nation. The University is marching ahead with determined efforts to achieve academic excellence through qualified, experienced and hardworking faculty, congenial academic and administrative environment, transparent, dynamic, responsive and responsible administrative set-up, strategic academic and research linkages at national and international level, Wi-Fi Campus, state-of-the-art library services. In addition, a time-tested tradition of timely holding examinations and time-bound result declaration, pulsating campus life with an objective to provide ample career growth opportunities for students and harmonious relationship among all stakeholders are its essential hallmarks. ...view more