HPU offers a diverse range of academic programs across various departments. Here are some of the key departments and their associated courses:

• Department of Political Science: Offers courses related to political theory, governance, and international relations.
• Department of Psychology: Focuses on understanding human behavior, cognition, and mental processes.
• Department of Public Administration: Provides knowledge about administrative systems, policy-making, and public management.
• Department of Sociology and Social Work: Explores social structures, community development, and social welfare.
• Department of Yoga Studies: Offers programs related to yoga, meditation, and holistic well-being.
• Department of Defence and Strategic Studies: Engages in research and teaching related to defense policies and strategic affairs.
• Department of Library and Information Science: Covers topics related to library management, information retrieval, and archival studies.
• Department of Archaeology: Focuses on historical and cultural studies through archaeological research.
• University Chairs: These are specialized academic positions that promote interdisciplinary research and collaboration.

Academic Schedule for the Academic Session 2023-2024:

• The tentative admission, teaching, examination, and vacation schedule for the current academic session is available.

Previous Year Academic Calendars:

• HPU maintains a record of academic calendars for previous years. You can find details for the academic sessions from 2015-16 to 2022-23 on their website.

HPU Date Sheet:

• If you’re looking for specific semester-wise timetables for UG and PG courses, including BA, B.Com, B.Sc., B.Tech, MA, and diploma programs, you can check the official HPU date sheet.

Faculty of Physical Sciences:

• Prof. Amar Jeet Singh: Researches Magnetic Nano Technology.
• Physics Department: Focuses on Condensed Matter Physics, Nuclear Physics, and more.
• Mathematics Department: Specializes in Algebra, Continuum Mechanics, and Cryptography.
• Computer Science Department: Explores Software Engineering, Data Mining, and Artificial Intelligence

For more detailed information, you can visit the HPU Faculty.

The HPU Library serves as a repository of wonderful treasures, offering a wide range of resources to students and researchers. Here are some key features:

• The library houses a large number of books, journals, M.Phil. dissertations, and Ph.D. theses across diverse disciplines and subjects of study.
• Through INFLIBNET, approximately 85,000 journals from major publishers are accessible.

Facilities

• 24x7 Reading Room: Students have access to a comfortable reading room round the clock.
• Xeroxing Facility: The library provides xeroxing services to students at nominal rates.
• Computer Lab for Special Category Readers: A dedicated computer lab caters to specific reader needs.

If you have any further inquiries or need to get in touch with Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), you can use the following contact information:

Vice Chancellor:

• Phone: +91-177-2830924
• Email: vc_hpu@hotmail.com, vc@hpuniv.ac.in

Pro-Vice Chancellor:

• Phone: +91-177-2833509
• Email: pro_vc@hpuniv.ac.in

Dean of Studies:

• Phone: +91-177-2830922
• Email: deanstudies@hpuniv.ac.in

Dean, Planning & Teachers’ Matter:

• Phone: +91-177-2830499
• Email: deanplanning@hpuniv.ac.in

Dean Student Welfare:

• Phone: +91-177-2830926
• Email: deanstdw@hpuniv.ac.in, dswhpuniv@gmail.com

Registrar:

• Phone: +91-177-2830912
• Email: registrar@hpuniv.ac.in, dradmnhpu@gmail.com

Controller of Examination:

• Phone: +91-177-2831959, 2833551
• Email: coehpu@hpuniv.ac.in, coehpu@rediffmail.com

For specific inquiries related to various departments, you can also reach out to the following offices:

• HPU Guest House: +91-177-2830958, 28333555, 2833515
• ICDEOL: +91-177-2833444
• Exam. Help Desk: +91-177-2832026, 2832019
• Online Admission: +91-177-2833648
• Enquiry Section: +91-177-2833555, +91-177-2830958
• Prospectus: +91-177-2833888 (EPABX 888)
• Health Centre: +91-177-2830940, 2833666
• H.P.U. Security Cell: +91-177-2831270 (EPABX 777)

You can also visit the official website of HPU at www.hpuniv.ac.in for additional information.

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) provides various scholarships and financial aid options to support students in their educational journey. Some of these opportunities are:

• Students Aid Fund:

This scholarship is specifically for economically disadvantaged students belonging to IRDP/BPL/Low Income families. It enables them to continue their higher education at the university level1.

• Cultural Activists Scholarship:

Awarded to 10 students who excel in both academic and cultural activities. The recipients are recommended by the Chairperson of the concerned department1.

• Sports Scholarship:

Recognizes outstanding sportsmen and sportswomen from the Teaching Departments of P.G Centre, Shimla-5. Sixteen students receive this scholarship1.

Additionally, there are other scholarship schemes available at the national and state levels. For instance:

• Kalpana Chawla Chhatravriti Yojna
• Mukhiya Mantri Protsahan Yojna
• Incentive to SC/ST girl students for Secondary Education
• Pre-Matric Scholarship to the children of those engaged in unclean occupation (Centrally Sponsored Scheme).

The tuition fees for various programs at Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) in Shimla are as follows:

• Ph.D.: The annual tuition fee for the Ph.D. program is INR 15,0001.
• B.A: For the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program, the first-year tuition fee is INR 2,6181.
• M.A: The Master of Arts (M.A.) program has a first-year tuition fee of INR 3,7041.
• B.Tech: The Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) program charges INR 1.19 Lakhs for the first year. 
• MBA: The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program has a first-year tuition fee of INR 7,100. 
• BCA: For the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) program, the first-year tuition fee is INR 30,000

Himachal Pradesh University accepts national entrance exams like NEET, NEET PG, and others for admission to particular programs. The eligibility requirement for HPU UG courses is a minimum of Class 12.For PG courses, however, requirement is  graduation. Both entrance and merit will be used for HPU admission in 2024. For programs like BTech and B.Ed., among others, the university offers the HPU Entrance Exam. You can visit- HPU Admission 2024 for detailed requirement for for different programs.

Himachal Pradesh University (HPU),  provides a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in numerous fields. A brief overview of the available programs is provided below:

Undergraduate Programs:

• B.Tech (CSE/IT): Bachelor of Technology in Computer Science and Information Technology.
• B.A.LL.B. (Hons.): Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (Honors).
• MTTM, FYICTTM, Hotel Management (BHM): Programs related to tourism and hotel management.
• BBA/BCA: Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Computer Applications.
• MBBS/BDS: Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
• Various other undergraduate courses in science, commerce, and arts.

Postgraduate Programs:

• MBA: Master of Business Administration.
• MCA, M.Tech: Master of Computer Applications and Master of Technology.
• Ph.D.: Doctorate programs.
• Various other postgraduate courses in engineering, science, management, education, law, commerce, and medical fields.

To apply for admission to Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), follow these steps:

• Go to the HPU official admissions website.
• Look for the online application option on the homepage.
• Click on the “Admission” section.
• Fill Out the Application Form:
• Complete the HPU application form with the necessary details.

For more specific instructions or to explore admission details for different programs, you can also visit the- HPU Admission procedure 2024.