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{{Short description|Private university in Haryana, India}} |
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| name = GD Goenka University |
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| motto = Foundation To Flight |
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| established = {{start date|2013}} |
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| chancellor = Renu Goenka |
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| city = [[Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana|Sohna, Gurugram]] |
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| accreditation = [[University Grants Commission (India)|UGC]] & ICAR |
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| affiliations = [[University Grants Commission (India)|UGC, Government of Haryana, AICTE, BCI, COA, NCTE, PCI, AIU, IAU, ACU]] |
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'''GD Goenka University''' is a [[private university (India)|private university]]<ref name=Private>{{cite web|title=State-wise List of Private Universities as on 19.09.2017|url=https://www.ugc.ac.in/oldpdf/Private%20University/Private%20University%20Consolidated%20List%20Private%20Universities%20as%20on%2019.09.2017.pdf|website=www.ugc.ac.in|publisher=[[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]]|access-date=1 September 2017|date=19 September 2017}}</ref> located in [[Gurugram]], [[Haryana]], |
'''GD Goenka University''' is a [[private university (India)|private university]]<ref name=Private>{{cite web|title=State-wise List of Private Universities as on 19.09.2017|url=https://www.ugc.ac.in/oldpdf/Private%20University/Private%20University%20Consolidated%20List%20Private%20Universities%20as%20on%2019.09.2017.pdf|website=www.ugc.ac.in|publisher=[[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]]|access-date=1 September 2017|date=19 September 2017}}</ref> located in [[Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana|Sohna, Gurugram]], [[Haryana]], India. It was established in 2013 by the GD Goenka Group<ref name=about>{{cite web|title=About GD Goenka Group|url=http://www.gdgoenkauniversity.com/about-gdgoenka-university/about-gd-goenka-group/|publisher=GD Goenka University|access-date=9 October 2017}}</ref> through the ''Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2013''. The GD Goenka Group was founded by Shri A.K. Goenka. GD Goenka University is approved by [[University Grants Commission (India)|University Grants Commission]] (UGC). |
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GD Goenka University offers a wide spectrum of academic fields, including Agricultural Sciences, Engineering & Sciences, Hospitality & Tourism, Liberal Arts, Law, Management, Medical & Allied Sciences, and Design. |
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== About GD Goenka University == |
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GD Goenka University (GDGU) is located on Sohna Road in [[Gurugram]], Haryana & has been established by the [[Government of Haryana]] under the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2013, notified in Haryana Government GAZ (Extra) 3 May 2013 (VYSK.13, 1935 SAKA). Founded in 2013, the university currently has 10 schools and offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Engineering, Basic Sciences, Business Management & Entrepreneurship, Humanities & Social Sciences, Fashion & Design, Communication, Law, Architecture & Planning, Hospitality, Education & Medical & Allied Sciences. It also offers PhD programs in all disciplines. About {{cvt|29|km}} from [[Indira Gandhi International Airport|Delhi International Airport]], it offers both day boarding and hostel facility to its students. |
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The university operates multiple schools and has a diverse student body, including students from various countries around the world. It holds recognition from regulatory bodies such as the [https://www.barcouncilofindia.org/public/info/recognised-universities-colleges?state=S13&cleAffiliatingUniversity=S13U09&cleAffiliatingCle=S13U09C01 University Grants Commission (UGC)] and the [https://www.barcouncilofindia.org/public/info/recognised-universities-colleges?state=S13&cleAffiliatingUniversity=S13U09&cleAffiliatingCle=S13U09C01 Bar Council of India (BCI)]. |
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== Infrastructure == |
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Set on 60 acres, GD Goenka Education City has the [[Aravalli Range|Aravalli hills]] as its backdrop; with the high-tech Millennium City-Gurugram and the [[National Capital Region (India)|National Capital Region]] within close range. Facilities include laboratories, dedicated video-conferencing facilities, virtual learning facilities, fully equipped conference rooms, library, Computer Labs, Training Restaurant for students, & Wi-Fi enabled campus. |
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Additionally, GD Goenka University is affiliated with prestigious national and international organizations, including the [https://www.aiu.ac.in/documents/sports/Mailing%20List%202022-23.pdf Association of Indian Universities (AIU)], the [https://www.acu.ac.uk/our-members/ Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)], and the [https://www.iau-aiu.net/List-of-IAU-Members#in International Association of Universities (IAU)] and its School of Agricultural Sciences from the [https://www.telegraphindia.com/edugraph/campus/school-of-agricultural-sciences-gd-goenka-university-receives-icar-accreditation/cid/1957626 Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)]. |
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GD Goenka University has six hostels that can house approximately 800 students. The dining hall can cater to about 1,000 people at once. Areas for extra-curricular activities at GD Goenka Group include a number of sports facilities with grounds, grass and concrete courts and net area for practice. The school has a half Olympic size swimming pool and two gymnasiums. The University campus is under CCTV surveillance, with 700 plus cameras installed all over the campus. There are 20 low floor AC buses, which ply to Delhi NCR. GD Goenka has its own fire engine and an ambulance is also available round the clock. In addition to doctor-on-call facility, there is a resident doctor on campus as well, along with two nurses and nursing attendants on campus. |
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==Academics== |
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GD Goenka University is a UGC-approved university.<ref>{{Cite web|title=Private universities list|url=https://www.ugc.ac.in/Error.aspx?code=500|access-date=2021-09-26|website=www.ugc.ac.in}}</ref> |
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GD Goenka University is now on the private university list of CUET 2023.<ref>{{Cite web|title=CUET 2023|url=https://cuet.samarth.ac.in/index.php/app/info/universities|access-date=2023-02-10}}</ref> |
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== List of Schools == |
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==Student life == |
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* School of Architecture & Planning |
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As part of the teaching practices, students are encouraged to document and present their work to experts. All the schools regularly conduct conferences and seminars where speakers, practicing managers and faculty researchers participate. Some of the events are REDSET, ELIXIR, ICON, ICAP, Media<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.animationxpress.com/index.php/institute/the-edutainment-show-indias-largest-exhibition-summit-of-media-communication-design-sees-a-footfall-of-7000-2|title='The Edutainment Show' - India's Largest Exhibition & Summit of Media, Communication & Design sees a footfall of 7000+ - AnimationXpress|website=www.animationxpress.com|access-date=2019-05-28}}</ref> clave, Agora, Code, Ihost, Mootcourt, Speed, ERA, and Udyami Bazaar. |
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* School of Agriculture |
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* School of Communication |
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* School of Engineering |
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* School of Fashion & Design |
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* School of Hospitality |
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* School of Humanities & Social Science |
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* School of Law |
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* School of Management |
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* School of Education |
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* School of Medical and Allied Sciences |
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* School of Basic and Applied Sciences |
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== Honorary doctorates == |
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[[Vikas Khanna]]: Chef Vikas Khanna is an award-winning [[Michelin Guide|Michelin Starred]] Indian Chef, restaurateur, cook book writer, film maker, humanitarian and judge of [[MasterChef India|Master Chef India]]. GD Goenka University in recognition of his outstanding record of culinary art, philanthropy, altruism and humanitarianism and his global reach as a chef honoured him with Doctor of Philosophy (Honoris Causa) Degree at a special convocation. |
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[[Raj Rewal]]: GD Goenka University hosted a Special Convocation Ceremony on Friday, 29 March 2019 to honour Raj Rewal for his exemplary contribution to the [[Architecture of India|architecture in India]]. The [[Indian Institute of Architects]] also felicitated Shri Raj Rewal on the occasion as one of the oldest members while the acting President of the Council of Architecture Shri Vijay Garg shared his thoughts on the contribution of Raj Rewal to architecture. |
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== Co-curricular activities == |
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As part of the teaching practices, students are encouraged to document and present their work to experts. All the schools regularly conduct conferences and seminars where speakers, practicing managers and faculty researchers participate. Some of the events are REDSET, ELIXIR, ICON, ICAP, Media<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.animationxpress.com/index.php/institute/the-edutainment-show-indias-largest-exhibition-summit-of-media-communication-design-sees-a-footfall-of-7000-2|title='The Edutainment Show' - India’s Largest Exhibition & Summit of Media, Communication & Design sees a footfall of 7000+ - AnimationXpress|website=www.animationxpress.com|access-date=2019-05-28}}</ref> clave, Agora, Code, Ihost, Mootcourt, Speed, ERA, and Udyami Bazaar. |
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== Extra-curricular activities == |
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The university organizes several events and other extra-curricular activities. Acceleron, Sportopia, Reva, Transcend, Research Conclave are some of the available activities. |
The university organizes several events and other extra-curricular activities. Acceleron, Sportopia, Reva, Transcend, Research Conclave are some of the available activities. |
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== Leadership == |
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GD Goenka University is led by President Suku Bhaskaran. |
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== Recognition and approvals == |
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GD Goenka University is a UGC-approved university.<ref>http://www.ugc.ac.in/privateuniversitylist.aspx?id=8&Unitype=3</ref> |
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It is also recognised by the [[National Council for Teacher Education]] (NCTE), and is approved by Council of Architecture (CoA) for Architecture programs, [[Bar Council of India]] (BCI) for Law, Pharma Council of India (PCI) for Pharmacy program and [[Association of Indian Universities]] (AIU), [[International Association of Universities]] (IAU), [[Association of Commonwealth Universities]] (ACU) for its relevant programs.{{Citation needed|date=July 2019}} |
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== Awards and rankings == |
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* In 2015, GD Goenka School of Engineering was ranked as the 3rd Top Emerging Private Institutes in India by ''[[The Times of India]].''<ref>http://epaperbeta.timesofindia.com/NasData/PUBLICATIONS/THETIMESOFINDIA/DELHI/2015/06/16/PagePrint/16_06_2015_460_70f57eda0864e0bd53cd2793856f5d40.pdf</ref> |
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* Listed as A Global League Indian University Skill Tree Great Place to Study 2014–16 at [[House of Commons]], London.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://corecommunique.com/inaugural-launch-skilltree-great-place-study-india-edition/|title=Skilltree Great Place To Study|website=corecommunique.com|access-date=2019-05-28}}</ref> |
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== Admission == |
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Admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs at GD Goenka University are open during the months of March – July every year. Online / offline applications are invited which are reviewed for eligibility, academic performance, and other evidence of the candidate's suitability to his/her preferred programme. If eligible, candidates have to appear for the Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission (GATA) followed by an interview. For admissions to Architecture and Planning Programs, NATA score is required. For Admission to Fashion and Design Programmes Design Aptitude Test (DAT) is conducted. For admission to PhD Program, a separate admission test is conducted which comprises written exam and presentation to the Doctoral Research Committee. |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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*[[GD Goenka La' Petite, Gurgaon]] |
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*[[G D Goenka Public School]] |
*[[G D Goenka Public School]] |
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== References == |
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{{Universities in Haryana}} |
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Latest revision as of 05:57, 17 July 2024
| Motto | Foundation To Flight |
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| Type | Private |
| Established | 2013 |
| Accreditation | UGC & ICAR |
| Chancellor | Renu Goenka |
| President | Suku Bhaskaran |
| Location | , , India |
| Campus | 60 acres (24 ha) |
| Website | gdgoenkauniversity |
GD Goenka University is a private university[1] located in Sohna, Gurugram, Haryana, India. It was established in 2013 by the GD Goenka Group[2] through the Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2013. The GD Goenka Group was founded by Shri A.K. Goenka. GD Goenka University is approved by University Grants Commission (UGC).
GD Goenka University offers a wide spectrum of academic fields, including Agricultural Sciences, Engineering & Sciences, Hospitality & Tourism, Liberal Arts, Law, Management, Medical & Allied Sciences, and Design.
The university operates multiple schools and has a diverse student body, including students from various countries around the world. It holds recognition from regulatory bodies such as the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Bar Council of India (BCI).
Additionally, GD Goenka University is affiliated with prestigious national and international organizations, including the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), and the International Association of Universities (IAU) and its School of Agricultural Sciences from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
Academics
[edit]GD Goenka University is a UGC-approved university.[3]
GD Goenka University is now on the private university list of CUET 2023.[4]
Student life
[edit]As part of the teaching practices, students are encouraged to document and present their work to experts. All the schools regularly conduct conferences and seminars where speakers, practicing managers and faculty researchers participate. Some of the events are REDSET, ELIXIR, ICON, ICAP, Media[5] clave, Agora, Code, Ihost, Mootcourt, Speed, ERA, and Udyami Bazaar.
The university organizes several events and other extra-curricular activities. Acceleron, Sportopia, Reva, Transcend, Research Conclave are some of the available activities.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "State-wise List of Private Universities as on 19.09.2017" (PDF). www.ugc.ac.in. University Grants Commission. 19 September 2017. Retrieved 1 September 2017.
- ^ "About GD Goenka Group". GD Goenka University. Retrieved 9 October 2017.
- ^ "Private universities list". www.ugc.ac.in. Retrieved 26 September 2021.
- ^ "CUET 2023". Retrieved 10 February 2023.
- ^ "'The Edutainment Show' - India's Largest Exhibition & Summit of Media, Communication & Design sees a footfall of 7000+ - AnimationXpress". www.animationxpress.com. Retrieved 28 May 2019.
