Dibrugarh University

Dibrugarh University, located in Dibrugarh, Assam, India, is a renowned public state university established on July 1, 1965, under the Dibrugarh University Act, 1965. It is the second oldest university in Assam and North East India. The university is situated at Rajabheta, approximately 5 kilometers south of Dibrugarh town, and spans over 500 acres of rural campus.

The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). It is also accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a 'B++' grade.

Vision and Mission

• Vision: To develop human resources by integrating knowledge and skill, human values, and compassion for a better world.

• Mission: To impart value-oriented education and skill-based training that fosters leadership traits among learners, promoting sustainable development, social harmony, and peace.

Academic Programs

Dibrugarh University offers a wide array of programs across various disciplines:​

• Undergraduate Programs: Bachelor's degrees in Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, and Law.​

• Postgraduate Programs: Master's degrees in disciplines such as Assamese, English, Political Science, Economics, Mathematics, and more.​

• Doctoral Programs: Ph.D. programs in various fields, including Life Sciences, Philosophy, Physics, Chemistry, and Pharmaceutical Sciences.​

The university also offers specialized programs through its departments and centers, such as the Centre for Studies in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Centre for Studies in Philosophy, and the Centre for Distance and Online Education.

Research and Innovation

Dibrugarh University is committed to fostering research and innovation. The university has established research centers in various fields, including:​

• Life Sciences: The Department of Life Sciences maintains a digital database of ethnomedicinal plants and has developed a botanical garden for ex-situ conservation of plant species.​

• Biotechnology and Bioinformatics: The Centre for Studies in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics offers postgraduate programs and conducts research in areas like biotechnology and bioinformatics.​

• Pharmaceutical Sciences: The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers programs approved by the Pharmacy Council of India and AICTE, with research in areas such as pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry, and pharmacology.

Campus and Facilities

The university's campus is equipped with various facilities to support academic and extracurricular activities:​

• Library: The Lakshminath Bezbarua Library houses over 2,25,000 print and non-print resources, including access to more than 10,000 e-journals and over 7,000 e-books.​

• Auditoriums: The Rangghar Auditorium is the main venue for cultural programs and events, equipped with sophisticated lighting and acoustic systems.​

• Hostels: The university provides accommodation in 18 hostels, offering facilities for both male and female students.​

• Guest House: The Vishranta Guest House offers standard, deluxe, and suite rooms for visitors and guests .​

Affiliated Colleges

As of September 2022, Dibrugarh University has 177 affiliated colleges and institutes spread across ten districts of Assam, including Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Sivasagar, and Jorhat