Soban Singh Jeena University

Soban Singh Jeena University, established in 2009, is a State Public University located in Almora, Uttarakhand, India. The university was created through the bifurcation of Kumaun University and is named after freedom fighter Soban Singh Jeena. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Soban Singh Jeena University operates under the governance of the Government of Uttarakhand and serves as a prominent higher education institution in the Kumaon region. The university is accredited by NAAC and offers a comprehensive range of academic programmes across various disciplines including Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, Law, Management, and Computer Applications. Soban Singh Jeena University provides diverse educational opportunities across multiple programme levels including Certificate Programmes, Diploma Programmes, Undergraduate Programmes, Postgraduate Programmes, and Research Programmes leading to M.Phil and PhD degrees. The university offers courses in disciplines such as B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Ed., LL.B., BCA, BBA, M.A., M.Sc., M.Com., M.Ed., LL.M., MCA, and MBA. Admission to various programmes is conducted through merit-based selection and entrance examinations including the university's own entrance tests for professional courses. The university maintains multiple affiliated colleges across Uttarakhand and serves as an examining and teaching institution for thousands of students annually. With its commitment to quality education, research excellence, and community engagement, Soban Singh Jeena University plays a crucial role in the educational landscape of the hill state.