University
of Pune is one of the oldest universities of India. Last year the University
celebrated its Diamond Jubilee.
Pune has been the hub of education and University of Pune has played a vital
role in this regard. University of Pune has enjoyed patronage from eminent
scientists, industrialists, social reformers, and the Government of
Maharashtra. University of Pune is a good blend of academic excellence in
diverse basic, applied and professional courses, and quality research. The
university is special as it is bestowed with a
naturally beautiful campus,
proximity to the industrial and financial capital, and highly cultured
social set up, and is a home for a large number international student
population.
University of Pune has tremendous growth
in last 60 years. Today, the university has about 600 affiliated colleges,
300 recognized institutions, and more than 5.5 lac students.
All the affiliated colleges and institutions have been connected using the
ICT under the triple connectivity project supported by the Government of
Maharashtra. The university conducts UG, PG, and Ph.D. programmes in Arts,
Commerce, Engineering, Law, Management, Physical, Chemical and Biological
Sciences. The university provides a special thrust on the research in all
disciplines and extends seed grant to the young faculty for initiating their
research.
As the Vice Chancellor of the
university, I would like to see University of Pune ranked among the top most
universities of the world. Let University of Pune be the trend setter: A
trend of quality education of international standard. A trend of research
which addresses national issues and at the same time is globally
competitive. A trend of inculcating high moral and ethical values among its
students. It is my
endeavor to create a transparent, efficient and academically inspiring
environment in the university. Let University of Pune be the most sought
after destination for all aspirants who want to achieve academic excellence
and want to be good citizens.
Come join us in this venture. We, the faculty, staff and students together
can make a difference in higher education.
Dr. R. K. Shevgaonkar
Vice-Chancellor
University of Pune
