Centenary of Delhi University

Delhi University is celebrating its 100^th year. Established in 1922, it is a premier university with an unparalleled legacy and international acclaim for highest academic standards, diverse educational programmes, distinguished faculty members, illustrious alumni, varied co-curricular activities and modern infrastructure and stands tall by all parameters. Throughout the period of its existence, the university has sustained the highest global standards and best practices in higher education. Its long-term commitment to nation-building and unflinching adherence to universal human values are reflected in its motto: ‘Nishtha Dhriti Satyam’ (Dedication, Steadfastness and Truth).

The University was established by the Act of the then Central Legislative Assembly, with a vision of excellence in teaching, research and social outreach, has made the University a role-model and trend-setter for other universities. The President of India is the Visitor, the Vice-President is the Chancellor and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of India is the Pro-Chancellor of the University. Beginning with three colleges and 750 students, it has grown into one of the largest universities in India with 16 faculties, over 80 academic departments, an equal number of colleges and about eight lakh students. Over 550 programmes are offered by the University through various Colleges, Departments and Centres. It has about 2,000 Foreign students from 75 countries.

The University today boasts of a good central library 33 big libraries apart from over 80 libraries in colleges with more than 6.6 million books. The university has also laid fibre-optic network in the North and the South Campuses connecting all colleges and departments.

The University has maintained its top position in the country as per the Centre for World University Ranking (CWUR) and 8^th position in the Nation Institutional Ranking Framework. It is also among the top 10 Indian public educational institutions/universities and the first among Indian public universities under QS BRICS University Rankings. The h-index of the University touched 192, one of the highest among Indian Universities.

The vision and Mission statements of the University of Delhi reflect the resolve to assiduously pursue and achieve goals. It is committed to continue to be at the forefront of providing the best tertiary education to students and acting as a catalyst in shaping a bright and sustainable future of our nation and that of the whole world by acting as a bridge between the university community and community at large.

Department of Posts is pleased to issue a Commemorative Postage Stamps on Centenary Celebrations of University of Delhi and salute its contribution in nation building through excellence in education.