About University

The Himachal Pradesh Technical University is established in the year 2010 by an Act of Legislative Assembly of Himachal Pradesh with an objective for value creation and welfare of society through technical education training, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and continuing education programs. At the same time, the University is responsive to the changing and exceptional requirements of our society and economy and contributes to find answers to global problems. The University offers both short-term and long-term programs leading to Advance Diploma and Degrees, which are conventional as well as innovative through public and private participation. Most of these programs have been developed after an initial survey of the demand for such Programs.

The programs offered are designed to equip graduates with the necessary skills and expertise to be the leaders in their chosen professions. The key to the success lies in the high premium it places on innovation, along with the work that is done by different role players and stakeholders to promote the University achievements in the fields of Science, Engineering and Technology. This is being achieved through a benchmarking system, which ensures that training and research programs always meet the highest standards
 

Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU), formerly HimTU, is a distinguished state technical university located in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh. Its establishment was enacted through the Himachal Pradesh Technical University (Established and Regulation) Act, 2010 (Act No. 16 of 2010), which was assented by the Governor on 28 July 2010 and came into force on 21 August 2010. Prof. (Dr.) Shashi Kumar Dhiman assumed charge as the founding Vice-Chancellor on 7 January 2011, inaugurating the university’s academic leadership. In a significant infrastructural development, after nearly a decade of functioning, HPTU shifted in August 2020 to its own purpose-built campus in Daruhi village, constructed at an estimated cost of ₹26 crore . Under the dynamic leadership of Prof. S.P. Bansal (who served from June 2018 to July 2021), the university achieved the top national ranking for implementing the Technical Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP) in 2021, having secured over ₹16 crore in World Bank–sponsored funding. In May 2022, Dr. Shashi Dhiman was reappointed as Vice-Chancellor, marking a return to stewardship after having previously held the position from January 2011 to June 2013. Most recently, in November 2024 (the fifth convocation), Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla conferred degrees and medals upon graduating students—awarding 259 degrees and 110 medals (including 59 gold and 51 silver)—underscoring the University’s growing academic prestige.

The Government of Himachal Pradesh has established the Himachal Pradesh Technical University with the mandate to create excellent competent environment to impart the technical education across the state. The University has been established with the following objectives: -

• To develop the knowledge of science, engineering and technology, management and environment by teaching, research, experimentation or practical training for the advancement of quality of life for the mankind.
• To supply the required manpower of the appropriate kind and quality to meet the needs of society and national development plans.
• To develop patterns of teaching and training at various levels of educational accomplishments so as to set high standards of education in science, engineering and technology.
• To drive benefits from the ever growing scientific and technological knowledge in different parts of the world to advance frontiers of knowledge by research, innovation, invention and product development.
• To establish close linkage with industry to make teaching, training and research in the university relevant to the needs of society and industry at national and international levels.
• To establish, maintain and manage colleges, University schools and departments, centres of research and other institutions necessary to carry out the objectives of the University.
• To affiliate and recognize colleges or institutions within and outside the state of Himachal Pradesh.
• To function as a leading resource centre for knowledge management and entrepreneurship development in the area of Science and Technology.

Provide a premier education that enhances the lives of our students, graduates, and the communities they serve. The H.P Technical University continues to strive for excellence in academics and community-engaged scholarship. Through exceptional programming, preeminent academic resources, and civically minded educational experiences continue to be endeavor in higher education for undergraduate & postgraduate professionals. Refine enrolment management plans that serve as foundations for quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, with attention to all demographics and to key metrics of success such as improving recruitment, retention, and degrees awarded while promoting student success and social mobility.

Enhance support for instructional excellence and pedagogical innovation and further recognize the value of high-quality instruction from all levels of faculty.

• Promote life and career success for our students and graduates by offering an array of educational, training, experiential and employment opportunities through the career centre and successful student placement initiatives throughout their time at H.P. Technical University.

Increase the University’s productivity, scholarship and creative activities that impact economic and social development

• Promote and enhance the university-wide culture for scholarship, and creative activities.
• Prepare current and future workforce and retain talent in the state.
• Advance current efforts to start, recruit, and partner with companies.

Enrich our learning and work environment by attracting, welcoming, and supporting all faculty, staff and students

• Expand current efforts that strengthen the recruitment, matriculation, retention of all students.
• Enhance the recruitment, hiring and retention of outstanding faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Expand educational and learning opportunities to assist faculty, staff, and students in developing competencies to succeed in the global workplace.

Foster an environment that will aid in the recruitment, retention, growth, and support of outstanding faculty and staff.

• Regularly review policies, salaries and benefits for the employees.
• Send employees to training organized by Himachal Pradesh Government in Dr. Manmohan Singh Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration (HIPA) that leads to deliver high-quality work.

A primary core value of any university is academic freedom, which is enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of India. This core value must be buttressed by institutional autonomy, but with in an environment where public accountability i s seen as a virtue. Principles and behaviors defined in the Charter must accord with these and the institutional core values below:

• Customer Service;
• Integrity;
• Diversity; and
• Innovation.

Hamirpur, located in the heart of Himachal Pradesh, is known as the "Veer Bhumi" for its rich tradition of valor and service, with a significant number of its youth serving in the Indian armed forces. Surrounded by low hills and scenic landscapes, Hamirpur enjoys a moderate climate throughout the year, making it one of the most comfortable places to live in the state. It is also emerging as an educational hub, housing prestigious institutions like the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Hamirpur and Himachal Pradesh Technical University (HPTU). The district blends cultural heritage, natural beauty, and modern educational facilities, offering a balanced environment for residents and visitors alike.

Hamirpur enjoys robust connectivity, offering seamless access to major towns and cities within Himachal Pradesh and beyond. A well-developed network of national and state highways connects Hamirpur with Shimla, Chandigarh, Dharamshala, and other regional centres, supported by frequent bus services operated by Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) and private operators. The nearest railway stations are Una (approximately 79 km) and Kangra (approximately 70 km), while air connectivity is facilitated through Gaggal Airport in Kangra and Chandigarh International Airport. Its strategic central location and dependable transport facilities make Hamirpur one of the most accessible districts in the hill state.