Kurukshetra University (KUK)

Kurukshetra University is one of India's premier educational institutions, established in 1956. Its foundation stone was laid by Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. Originally starting as a unitary residential university with only a Department of Sanskrit, it has grown into a multi-faculty university. It is situated in the holy city of Kurukshetra, the land of the 'Mahabharata'. The university is committed to excellence in teaching and research, embodied in its motto "Yogastha Kuru Karmani" (Perform your duties while remaining steadfast in Yoga). Establishment Year: 1956 Approved By / Recognized By: UGC, AICTE, NCTE, BCI, Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). It is NAAC accredited with an 'A ' Grade. Affiliated To: State Public University (Autonomous Campus) with over 282 affiliated colleges. Type of Institution: Government (State University) Infrastructure & Facilities: Campus Size & Location: A sprawling, lush green campus spread over 473 acres on the banks of the famed Brahm Sarovar. Academic Blocks: 47 departments and institutes with smart classrooms and Wi-Fi connectivity. Laboratories: Each department has its own specialized labs for research and practical training. Library: The Jawaharlal Nehru Central Library (JLN Library) is centrally air-conditioned with a seating capacity of 1,270 and a collection of over 3.9 lakh books and 15,000 manuscripts. Hostel Facilities: 25 hostels (13 for girls, 11 for boys, and 1 for foreign students) accommodating over 5,700 students. Sports & Other Facilities: M.A. Pataudi Sports Complex, Olympic-size swimming pool, world-class gymnasium, 1857 War Museum, and an open-air theater.