Overview
University of Kashmir (कश्मीर विश्वविद्यालय) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, India. Established in 1948, University of Kashmir (KU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India. KU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 78-year-old Indian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. Its acceptance rate is 90-99%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. KU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.
Snapshot
Control
public
Entity
non-profit
Size
medium-sized
Selectivity
least selective
Identity
| Name (Non Latin) | कश्मीर विश्वविद्यालय |
|---|---|
| Name | University of Kashmir |
| Name (English) | |
| Acronym | KU |
| Founded | 1948 |
| Motto | From darkness to light |
| Colours | Blue |
| Mascot |
Do you work for this university?
CLAIM / UPDATE UNIVERSITYLocation
| Address | Hazratbal Srinagar 190 006 Jammu and Kashmir India |
|---|---|
 |
Location Map
Satellite View Street View |
 |
(194) 242 3345 |
 |
(194) 242 1357 |
| Other locations |
Gender Admission 
Admission Selection 
Admission Rate 
Minority Serving 
Admission Requirements 
International Students 
Admission Office 
Student Enrollment 
Academic Staff 
Control Type 
Entity Type 
Campus Setting 
Academic Calendar 
Disabled Students % 
Religious Affiliation 
University Library 
University Housing 
Sport Facilities/Activities 
Institutional Hospital 
Financial Aid 
Study Abroad 
Distance Learning 
Academic Counseling 
Career Services 
Wikipedia Article
Open Education Global
Social Media
Official Social Media Channels
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
n.a.
University of Kashmir's official LinkedIn profile
n.a.
Related Guide Articles
Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.