Veer Kunwar Singh University

Founded in 1992, Veer Kunwar Singh University (VKSU) is located at Arrah in Bihar. It was established under Bihar University Act 1976. It has been named after the well known national hero and distinguished freedom fighter Veer Kunwar Singh. Veer Kunwar Singh University is a public university approved by University Grants Commission (UGC). The university fulfills the educational needs of the Bhojpur region of Bihar. The university is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).

 

Besides imparting conventional education programs, emphasis is laid down by the university on job-oriented / professional courses. Apart from Bachelors level courses in Arts, Science, Commerce and Education, several Master degree courses are also available. 

The university has added professional courses like Computer Application and Business Administration to its kitty. New age science courses on Biotechnology, Sericulture and Industrial Fish and Fishery are held. Certificate courses are conducted in some high-demand subjects. Students who are unable to join regular courses are imparted education via distance mode.

Accommodation is available to the students in the university hostels. They can also avail of medical and transportation facilities. There is an up-dated central library that contains a large volume of books and periodicals on diverse subjects. Campus interviews and placement programs are organized for the students every year.

 

Veer Kunwar Singh University (VKSU) was set up in 1992. It has been named after Kunwar Singh, a reputed warrior of the Struggle of 1857. The University came into being with Bihar University Act 1976. Its educational jurisdiction extends across four districts of Bihar namely Buxar, Kamipur, Bhojpur and Rohtas.