Hindi University

Hindi University, formerly known as Kendriya Hindi Sansthan, was established in 1961 and was elevated to the status of a deemed-to-be university in 2018 under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Located in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, this Central institution operates under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The university is dedicated to promoting Hindi language, literature, linguistics, and translation studies across India and abroad. Hindi University holds the distinction of being India's premier institution for Hindi education and research, with its headquarters in Agra and eight regional centres spread across the country including Delhi, Hyderabad, Mysore, Guwahati, Shillong, Dimapur, Pune, and Ahmedabad. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and offers a wide range of programmes from Certificate to PhD levels in Hindi language, literature, linguistics, translation, and allied fields. Admission to various programmes is conducted through entrance examinations and merit-based selection processes. The university plays a crucial role in implementing the Government of India's policies related to Hindi propagation and development, offering specialised training programmes for Hindi teachers, translators, and language professionals. With a strong focus on research and innovation in Hindi linguistics and literature, Hindi University has established itself as a leading centre for advanced studies in Hindi language and its various dimensions, contributing significantly to the preservation and promotion of Hindi as a national and international language.