Azim Premji University opened its third campus in Ranchi, Jharkhand, for the current academic year. The new campus aims to expand higher education opportunities in eastern India, offering Master of Arts (MA), postgraduate diploma, and short-term certificate programs.
Located in Itki, the 150-acre Ranchi campus is fully residential. It includes modern classrooms, laboratories, sports facilities, and housing for both students and faculty. The university has plans to establish a teaching hospital and a medical college on the campus in the future.
The campus infrastructure integrates energy-efficient systems. It also features rainwater harvesting and water treatment facilities, focusing on sustainable operations.
Academic Programs Offered
The Ranchi campus begins its academic offerings this year with two Master of Arts programs:
- Master of Arts (MA) in Applied Economics
- Master of Arts (MA) in Development
Additionally, the university provides three postgraduate diploma programs:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Local Development
- Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education
- Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Assessment
Short-term certificate programs will also be available. These focus on public health, education, and development.
Faculty and Regional Integration
The university designed its courses to reflect the specific development context of Jharkhand and eastern India. Faculty members will combine academic expertise with practical field experience.
The campus will actively engage with local communities. This includes Adivasi groups, ensuring that learning connects directly to regional realities and needs.
Vision for Ranchi Campus
Zulfiquar Haider, vice-chancellor designate for Azim Premji University’s Ranchi campus, outlined the institution’s vision. Haider stated, “We want the Ranchi campus to be closely connected to the Social and Developmental needs of this region and contribute to building knowledge and human resources.”
Haider also noted that the university will offer a diverse range of programs. These programs will suit various students and learners, including working professionals. He emphasized the university’s goal to engage meaningfully with the rich traditions, histories, knowledge systems, and worldviews of Jharkhand’s diverse Adivasi and other communities.