Welcome to the University:
Maharshi Dayanand University, ab initio established as Rohtak University, Rohtak, came into existence by an Act No. 25 of 1975 of the Haryana Legislative Assembly in 1976 with the objective to promote inter-disciplinary higher education and research in the fields of environmental, ecological and life sciences. It was rechristened as Maharshi Dayanand University in 1977 after the name of a great visionary and social reformer, Maharshi Dayanand. It had a unitary and residential character in its nascent stage, but became an affiliating University in November 1978. The University secured the recognition of University Grants Commission – the higher education regulatory body of India - for central Govt. grants in 16 Mar, 1979 .. Read more
Vision
The University aspires to be a leading 'transformative learning community' recognized world-wide for excellence in teaching, research and service and as a catalyst for intellectual, social, cultural and economic development.Mission
The University is committed to transform lives and serve the society through pursuit of excellence in teaching, innovation, lifelong learning, cultural enrichment and outreach services.To achieve its Vision and Mission, the University will endeavour:
- To provide intellectually inspiring, academically challenging and supportive environment conducive to positive personal growth.
- To provide a comprehensive education, benchmarked against the highest global standards.
- To engage in innovative, high-impact and leading-edge research within and across disciplines.
- To produce graduates of distinction committed to academic/professional excellence and lifelong learning.
Vice Chancellor's Message
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 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.. ..Read more
