The Syndicate meeting of Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU) was held on the campus on Tuesday. Vice-Chancellor Prof Karamjeet Singh presided over the meeting, during which several key decisions related to academic, administrative, and developmental matters were discussed and approved.
During the meeting, the Syndicate approved a significant proposal allowing students enrolled in private, open and distance learning (ODL), and online modes to study the “Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset” course. The VC stated that the university has already been successfully running the “Entrepreneurship Mindset” course for undergraduate and five-year degree programmes.
Expanding this initiative further, the course will now be extended to students pursuing education through private, ODL and online modes from the 2026 academic session. Through this course, students will develop entrepreneurial thinking, innovation and business skills, enabling them to launch new ventures.
Apart from approving academic promotions under the Career Advancement Scheme (CAS), the Syndicate also considered proposed amendments in ordinances and eligibility criteria for various programmes, including Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT), Master of Physiotherapy (MPT), LLB, BCom LLB, and BBA LLB. Decisions were also taken regarding the appointment of a regulatory committee, its recommendations and other policy matters.
Prof Karamjeet Singh said the university remains committed to strengthening research and innovation. He added that the scope of seminars, lectures and national and international conferences will be expanded in the coming period. He highlighted that the Department of Physics recently secured a prestigious grant under the National Quantum Mission to establish a quantum technology laboratory, placing the university among India’s top 23 institutions. The university has also secured an international research project from HORIBA Ltd, Japan.
The Vice-Chancellor further mentioned GNDU’s 78th global rank in the WURI “University Brand and Reputation” category and the launch of redesigned official and ODL websites to enhance digital accessibility.
Besides academic and sports achievements, he also highlighted major seminars and lectures organised by the university, including the Nanak Singh Memorial Lecture, Gall Punjab Di conclave, Guru Ravidas events, Bharatiya Bhasha workshop, and quantum outreach programmes.
