Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur

Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, established in 1983, is a Central University located in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. The university was initially known as Guru Ghasidas University and was established as a state university. In June 2009, it was converted into a Central University under the Central Universities Act, 2009. The institution is named after Guru Ghasidas, a saint and social reformer who worked extensively for the upliftment of the downtrodden sections of society. Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' grade. The university offers diverse academic programmes across Diploma, Certificate, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in various disciplines including Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Technology, Management, Education, Law, Journalism, and Social Sciences. The university spreads over an expansive campus providing a conducive environment for quality education and research. Admissions to various programmes are conducted through national level entrance examinations such as CUET, JEE Main, GATE, NET, CAT, and university-level entrance tests. The institution has consistently maintained its position as one of the premier universities in Central India, focusing on academic excellence, research, and holistic development of students.