About University

Sri Guru Teg Bahadur State University, commemorates the Quincentenary of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji was the ninth of ten gurus who founded the Sikh religion and was the leader of Sikhs from 1665 until his beheading in 1675. He was born in Amritsar, Punjab, India in 1621 and was the youngest son of Guru Hargobind, the sixth Sikh guru. Functioning as both a residential and affiliating institution, the University's founding principles, as outlined in the Sri Guru Teg Bahadur State University Act of 1969, underscore its mandate to provide education and foster research across a spectrum of disciplines, including the humanities, learned professions, sciences—particularly of applied nature—and technology. Embedded within the University's ethos is a steadfast commitment to embody the teachings and values espoused by Guru Teg Bahadur, the revered proponent of universal brotherhood, truthfulness, compassion, tolerance, harmony, and humanity. Emulating the exemplary moral and ethical conduct exemplified by the Guru, the institution endeavors to imbue its academic pursuits with these enduring principles. Central to the University's mission is the scholarly examination and dissemination of the life and teachings of Guru, alongside initiatives aimed at advancing the Punjabi language and extending educational opportunities to historically marginalized communities. Over its distinguished history, Guru Teg Bahadur University has emerged as a beacon of educational enlightenment, fostering academic excellence across diverse disciplines such as Law, Science, Arts, Management, Information Technology, Media and Industrial Technology, Environment, Planning, and Architecture.



Sri Guru Teg Bahadur State University .has been placed among Top Ten “High Performing State Public Universities” across India by MHRD. The University is continuously improving its NIRF ranking for consecutive last few years and by securing 46th position in NIRF ranking in 2023 and it has become a part of elite group of top 50 universities. 

With the motto of the University as engraved on its emblem ‘Guru's wisdom illumines all’, the University has been leaving no stone unturned to meet the aspirations and expectations of the society. Spread over area of 200 acres towards the west of the city, Sri Guru Teg Bahadur State University presents a picture of lush green landscape, modern architecture and sustainable environment. The University today boasts of 27 teaching departments at the Campus and 35 affiliated, university and constituent colleges, many of which are located in the rural areas so as to make quality higher education accessible to the rural masses. All the programmes of the university compile the guidelines of New Education Policy 2020. More than 10000 students, an overwhelming majority of them being women, are enrolled in various Departments at University Campus and University-Constituent Colleges. Online admission, online Counselling, online re-evaluation, introduction of Credit Based Evaluation & Grading System etc. are a few hallmarks of the University. All the results have been computerized and OMR (Optical Magnetic Recognition) system is being used to bring in more efficiency and transparency. It is the first University in the region to have computerized its examination and registration system. The students now have an all-time access to their results through SMS service.

Academically also, the University has carved a niche for itself in the field of higher education in the country. Our university is recognized as one of the leading institutions in North India in the domain of Arts, Humanities, Science and Technology. Many coveted projects from the apex bodies like MHRD, DST, CSIR, BARC and other organizations worth crores of rupees have been awarded to our faculty members 

Presently, a Centre with Potential for Excellence in Life Sciences and a Centre for Advanced Study in Chemistry granted by UGC are working successfully in the University. A Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has been set up in the university under the aegis of Rashtriya Uchatar Shiksha Abhiyan to provide skill-oriented training and incubation facilities.

It was in acknowledgment of our strengths that we have had the honour to host the 28th North Zone Inter-University Zonal Youth Festival 'Guldasta' under the aegis of Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi and Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Govt. of India. University hosted 4-day International Conference sponsored by Indian Academy of Neurosciences: Unraveling Mysteries of Brain in Health and Disease. Sri Guru Teg Bahadur State University has also hosted 57th Annual conference of Association of Plastic Surgeons of India (APSICON 2023), 68th Annual Conference of Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOACON-2023), 76th Annual Conference of Indian Radiological and Imaging Association (IRIA-2024) and 48th Indian Society of Periodontology ISP National Conference 2023.

In the field of Science and Technology our University is one of the leading institutions in North India. Our faculty members have bagged prestigious projects from the apex bodies like the DOT, CSIR, BARC and other organizations worth crores of rupees. Recently BARC has established a Nodal Calibration Centre at the campus. This is one of the four centres established all over the country.

The employment trajectory of our students within prominent corporate entities and multinational corporations has yielded commendable results. Graduates hailing from various disciplines such as engineering, planning, architecture, management, and commerce have secured positions both within the governmental sector and esteemed companies, both domestically and internationally. Their diligent contributions serve to enhance the prestige and standing of the University, a testament to their unwavering commitment and industriousness.

The collective successes achieved can be attributed to the concerted efforts of the students, faculty members, and administrative personnel of the University. Their relentless dedication and tireless endeavors have played a pivotal role in shaping a brighter future for Punjab and fostering the development of a more enlightened and civilized society.