Prof. Som Nath
I am glad that you are choosing Kurukshetra University, one of the premier institutions of higher learning in the country, for your higher education. In recognition of its commitment to excellence in teaching and research, KU has been awarded ‘A++’ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and placed at 8th position amongst the State Universities of the country in Category-I by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) and granted academic autonomy.
Established in 1976, the Directorate of Distance Education of KU is one of the oldest institutes in India. It has been facilitating learners from different backgrounds who did not have access to regular studies due to various reasons or who preferred arranging their studies around their work or family. With a strong innovative focus on its pedagogical, curricular, infrastructural and student service policies, the Directorate has been recognized as No. 1 institute of distance learning by Career 360 Survey.