The Central University of Himachal Pradesh is established under the Central Universities Act 2009 (No. 25 of 2009) enacted by the Parliament. The University is funded and regulated by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The University became functional with the assumption of charge by the first Vice Chancellor on 20th January 2010.
The Central University of Himachal Pradesh is established with a Vision to be recognised as a ‘Research University’ with greater emphasis on creation of knowledge vis-à-vis revival of Indian Traditional Knowledge and Practices. The university is aimed at providing equitable and inclusive access to multidisciplinary higher education for all with a focus on quality, excellence and relevance. The university envisions its role in preparing future global citizens with strong commitment for human values by way of ensuring fairness, transparency and accountability in its academic and administrative affairs.
The Headquarter of the University is located in Dharamshala, District Kangra, Himachal Pradesh. Dharamshala is a place with profile and is known worldwide. Serene Location, pleasant climatic condition, spiritual atmosphere of the location provides an attractive ambience conducive to academic pursuits. he University will have two distinct campuses located in Dharamshala and Dehra, both the Kangra District of Himachal Pradesh, as under:
Beas Campus: Located in Dehra, it will have such Schools/Departments/Centres as may be decided by the University and may have infrastructure for about 70 percent of the academic activities of the University.
Campus: Located in Dharamshala, it will have such Schools/ Departments/ Centres as may be decided by the University and may have infrastructure for about 30 percent of the academic activities of the University.