Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar : Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), located on G.T. Road in Amritsar, Punjab, is a public university established in 1969 to commemorate the 500th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has been conferred Category-I University status by the UGC, making it the only university in Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh with this distinction. GNDU is accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade and an exceptional CGPA of 3.85/4.00, one of the highest ratings awarded in India. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs across disciplines such as Sciences, Humanities, Commerce, Law, Engineering, and Sports. It is also recognized as a “University with Potential for Excellence” by the UGC. GNDU emphasizes research and innovation, with specialized centers such as the Golden Jubilee Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, the Centre for UPSC & PCS preparation, and advanced facilities for life sciences and instrumentation. The Amritsar campus is well-equipped with modern infrastructure including libraries, laboratories, hostels, sports complexes, and cultural centers. GNDU is particularly renowned for its sports achievements, consistently producing national and international athletes. It also supports open and distance learning, skill-based courses, and lifelong learning initiatives to expand access to education. Guided by its mission to blend academic excellence with social responsibility, Guru Nanak Dev University continues to stand as one of India’s leading public universities, nurturing graduates who are academically strong, research-oriented, and socially conscious.