Leading ever since its inception Doon University (DU), Dehradun is regarded as one of the most top notch universities of the country. Drawing its ideology from the huge deficit that Uttarakhand as a state had been witnessing in the field of higher education, DU Dehradun, aims to impart culturally and economically centric education. This unitary university is further also approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Focused at providing the foremost quality education to its students, DU Dehradun provides highly qualified, experienced, and motivated faculty members who constantly aim to improve the interpersonal and other skill sets of the students. Final admissions at are granted on the basis of the Entrance Test held by DU Dehradun. Students willing to take admission can consider filling up the application form available on the official website, post which the successful candidates are called to appear for the test.
A special Doon University Student Aid Fund (DUSAF) is established by the Doon University to provide financial assistance to students based on poverty, satisfactory academic performance, topped with their conduct and behaviour. DU Dehradun has also made its brand associations with famous organisations like: Amazon, Infosys, SAGE, Policy Bazaar, Royal Bank of Scotland and Reliance Digital to help its students have a promising career post the completion of their course.
To help students get the exact right kind of atmosphere, the Central Library of the Doon University serves as a much needed gateway to culture and knowledge. This library is known to be having a large variety of resources of both physical and digital versions covering a wide range of topics. Additionally the DU Dehradun campus also has laboratories for different departments that grant practical expertise to the students. Technologically advanced classrooms that focus on interactive and participatory learning are one of the most distinct features of the campus. High speed internet services are available throughout the campus. Separate hostels for boys and girls with all necessary amenities and gyms are provided to students strictly on the basis of merit. To build a sense of community amongst children DU Dehradun, provides for both indoor and outdoor gaming facilities. Budget friendly cafeteria to provide nutritious and hygienic food to students is also present within the vicinity of the campus. Furthermore, on campus OPD services, along with emergency ambulance services are even provided as and when required. State of art auditorium with a large seating capacity here, acts as a mutual ground for faculty members and students to host conferences and other events. Above all banking services are also available for students to avail.
Highlights
UGC
Admission Procedure
The Doon University Entrance Test is used to determine admission to various academic programmes like B.Des, B.Com(Hons), B.B.A, B.A(Hons/Research), and B.Sc(Hons/Research). The Entrance Test is required to include all the applicants, even those who fall under the reserved category. If the number of applicants for an entrance test is less than the total intake for a course, the entrance test will not be held for that course, and admission will be granted on the basis of qualifying exam results. The online application form along with the prospectus is available on the website. Successful applicants called for admission should bring originals and attested copies of the required documents at the time of admission counselling.
DU Dehradun offers Postgraduate courses in M.A, M.Sc, MBA and PhD. Candidates for postgraduate admission must have graduated with at least 50% honours in a related subject from an accredited university. The qualifying examination, followed by a group discussion and an individual interview, will determine admission.
Faculty
The Doon University's faculty members are highly qualified, experienced, and motivated individuals who are continually striving for greatness in their disciplines. The University also continues to invite famous scholars and scientists to offer lectures and provide training to the students in order to keep them up to date on new needs in academia, profession, and industry.
Placements
The Career Counselling -Training and Placement Cell of the DU Dehradun are dedicated to guiding and upgrading students in their career planning and helping them shape and consolidate their qualifications, skills, interests, and aspirations in light of an increasing focus on career-related competencies that are more than technical and in order to keep pace with a dynamic set of upcoming career opportunities. A devoted team of faculty members organizes career counselling, training, and placement programs on a regular basis. Some of the brand associations made by DU Dehradun for its placements are - Amazon, Infosys, SAGE, Policy Bazaar, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Reliance Digital.
Scholarships
The DU Dehradun has established the Doon University Student Aid Fund (DUSAF) out of the student aid fee and funds/donations from institutions, people, the Central/State Government, charity trusts, and other sources to provide financial assistance and support to distinguished and disadvantaged students. The DUSAF is awarded at the admission point and is based on poverty, satisfactory academic performance, and a student's show of good conduct and behavior. Students in the third, fifth, seventh, and ninth semesters will be considered for DUSAF. The DUSAF will only be issued for a year.
Contact Details
P.O. Defense Colony Mothrowala Road, Kedarpur, Dehradun-248001
+91-135-2533136
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Latest Updates: 9th November, 2023
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