About Us Himachal Pradesh University was established by an Act of the Legislative Assembly of Himachal Pradesh on nbsp nd July nbsp as a response to the needs and aspirations of the Union Territory poised for full statehood in the Union of India on nbsp th January It is the only multi-faculty residential and affiliating university in the State that provides higher education to urban rural and tribal areas through formal and distant modes The headquarters of the University is located at Summer Hill the picturesque suburb of Shimla The University has a total area of nbsp bighas nbsp with stately buildings set among rhododendron silver oak pine and deodar trees It affords a salubrious clime and congenial atmosphere for reflection study and research The prime objective of the University is to disseminate knowledge advance learning and understanding through research training and extension programmes It instills in its students and teachers a conscious Read More