Alipurduar University, located at P.O. Alipurduar Court, District Alipurduar, West Bengal, was established in 2020 by upgrading the historic Alipurduar College (founded in 1957). It is a state government university, recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), with the Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal serving as Chancellor and Prof. Sarit Kumar Chaudhuri as Vice-Chancellor. The institution was created under the Alipurduar University Act, 2018, to expand higher education and research opportunities in the Dooars region.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Arts, Science, and Commerce, along with diploma and research opportunities. Its urban campus is equipped with modern classrooms, advanced laboratories, a central library, hostels, and sports facilities, ensuring holistic student development. Students benefit from structured placement support and career guidance, while various scholarship schemes make education accessible to meritorious and economically disadvantaged learners.
Guided by the motto “Honesty, Wisdom, Creativity”, Alipurduar University emphasizes innovation, inclusivity, and regional development. Over the years, it has earned recognition for its contribution to higher education in North Bengal, positioning itself as a promising hub for academic excellence and community engagement.