| College Name: | University of Hyderabad |
|---|---|
| City: | Hyderabad |
| Fees: | |
| Courses Offered: | |
| Download Brochure Click for Enquiry | |
The University of Hyderabad (IAST: Hyderabad visvavidyālayamu) is a prestigious public central research university located in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Founded in 1974, the university has grown to accommodate over 5,000 students and 400 faculty members across multiple disciplines. It operates under a governance structure where the Governor of Telangana serves as the chief rector, and the President of India is the university's visitor.
Historical Background
The university was established based on the Six-Point Formula of 1973, which aimed to promote educational and social development in the region. The first vice-chancellor was Gurbaksh Singh, an organic chemist from Banaras Hindu University, who served from 1974 to 1979. The initial chancellor was Shri B D Jatti.
In January 2015, the University of Hyderabad was honored with the Visitor's Award for the Best Central University in India, recognizing its academic excellence and contribution to higher education.
Campus Overview
Spanning over 2,300 acres, the university's campus is distinguished by its rich biodiversity and natural beauty. Key features include:
Conservation Initiatives
The university is committed to environmental preservation, planning to create a bio-reserve to safeguard the forest cover and wetland areas. This initiative aims to maintain the ecological balance and protect the diverse species inhabiting the campus.
Recognition and Eminence
The University of Hyderabad has been recognized as an Institute of Eminence (IoE) by the University Grants Commission (UGC), underlining its commitment to academic excellence, research, and innovation.
The Indira Gandhi Memorial Library at the University of Hyderabad serves as a vital central facility that supports the university's teaching and research activities. Inaugurated on October 21, 1988, by Shankar Dayal Sharma, the then Vice President of India, the library is named in honor of the late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
The University of Hyderabad (UoH), also known as the Central University of Hyderabad, offers various postgraduate, integrated, and doctoral programs in Science, Management, Engineering, and Law. The admission process is primarily based on entrance exams and is structured as follows:
Courses Offered
Entrance Exams and Eligibility
Admission Process for 2024
University of Hyderabad Rankings Overview
NIRF Rankings:
India Today Rankings:
QS World University Rankings:
Mass Communication & Media Rankings:
Accreditation and Approvals
| Particulars | Details |
| Establishment Year | 1974 |
| Ownership Type | Public Central Research Institute |
| Location | Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Also Known As | University of Hyderabad (UoH) |
| Campus | 2,300 Acres |
| Chancellor | L. Narasimha Reddy |
| Vice-Chancellor | Basuthkar J. Rao |
| Academic Affiliations | UGC, NAAC, AIU, ACU |
| Courses Offered | Postgraduate Programs, Integrated Programs, Distance Learning |
| Flagship Course | M.Sc./ MTech |
| Rankings 2024 | - 70th by NIRF under the Engineering category - 17th by NIRF under the University (Overall) category - 25th by NIRF under the Overall category - 28th by NIRF under the Research Institutions Category |
| Official Website |
