Desh Bhagat University (DBU) is a private university located in Mandi Gobindgarh (Fatehgarh Sahib district), Punjab, India. It was established under The Desh Bhagat University Act, 2012 passed by the Punjab Legislative Assembly.
📍 Location: Off NH‑44, Amloh Road, Mandi Gobindgarh, District Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab – 147301, India.
🎓 Type: Private university approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
📜 Accreditations:
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NAAC A+ grade (high quality academic and institutional performance).
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Recognized by AIU, AICTE, PCI, BCI, INC, PNRC and other regulators for respective programs.
📆 Founded: Under the Desh Bhagat University Act in 2012 (effective in 2013).
DBU draws its name and inspiration from the legacy of freedom fighter S. Lal Singh Ji, honored with the Tamra Patra by the Government of India.
🎓 Academic Programs & Schools
DBU offers a wide range of programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and doctoral levels across many fields, including:
🛠 Engineering & Technology
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B.Tech, M.Tech and related technical programs (various engineering disciplines).
🧑⚕️ Health & Medical Sciences
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B.Pharm, Nursing, Ayurveda (including BAMS), Physiotherapy and allied health sciences.
📊 Management & Commerce
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BBA, MBA, B.Com, and inter‑disciplinary business programs.
⚖️ Law & Arts
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LLB, BA LLB, LLM and programs in social sciences, languages, arts.
🎨 Media, Fashion & Design
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Animation, fashion technology, media and communications.
🌾 Agriculture & Sciences
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Agriculture sciences and applied science programs.
Total offerings exceed 250+ programs across ~50 streams covering traditional and emerging fields of study.
📈 Campus, Facilities & Research
DBU’s campus is spacious, modern, and digitally equipped with:
✔ Wi‑Fi‑enabled classrooms and laboratories
✔ Libraries, research centers and digital learning support
✔ Hostels for boys and girls
✔ Sports complexes, auditoriums, seminar halls
✔ Medical, cafeteria, and student recreational facilities
It has also established research centers and faculty development programs to strengthen academic quality and innovation.
💼 Accreditations & Recognitions
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UGC‑recognized degree university (degrees accepted across India).
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NAAC A+ Accreditation, indicating high standards in teaching, infrastructure, research, and student outcomes.
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Program‑specific approvals by professional councils (e.g., PCI for pharmacy, BCI for law, INC for nursing).
🎓 Admissions & Eligibility
Undergraduate (UG):
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For programs like B.Tech: 10+2 with relevant subjects (Physics & Mathematics for engineering).
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Other UG programs: relevant 10+2 requirements vary by field.
Postgraduate (PG):
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Graduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., B.E/.B.Tech for M.Tech; bachelor’s for MBA).
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Some programs consider entrance tests (e.g., management or technical tests) or merit.
Exact eligibility and admission schedules are announced each year on the university’s official site and admissions portal.
💰 Placements & Career Support
DBU has an active placement cell that organizes job fairs, industry interaction events, internships and placement drives.
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Reported highest packages have been over ₹2 – 2.3 Cr per annum in select years.
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Median and average packages vary by program and discipline.
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Recruiters typically include IT, corporate, healthcare, banking and management firms.
🌟 Reputation & Impact
Desh Bhagat University positions itself as a multidisciplinary education hub focusing on innovation, research, entrepreneurship, industry relevance and student growth. Its NAAC A+ grade reflects quality in academics and institutional processes.
Additional initiatives include cultural centers such as the Centre for Punjabi Language, Folklore and Culture established to promote regional heritage.
