Srinagar, Feb 21: The University of Kashmir (KU) will hold its 21st Convocation on February 26, 2026, at the varsity’s Convocation Complex, marking a major academic milestone for its graduating students and scholars.
The Vice-President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, will attend as Chief Guest and deliver the convocation address. This will be his first official visit to the Kashmir since assuming office, adding special significance to the ceremony.
The convocation will be presided over by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and also Chancellor of KU. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Pro-Chancellor of KU, will attend as Guest of Honour. The event will also see participation from Minister for Higher Education Sakina Masood (Itoo), senior civil and police officers, faculty members, and university officials.
Expressing her delight over the upcoming ceremony, KU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nilofer Khan said, “The 21st Convocation is a moment of collective pride for the University community. It celebrates the academic accomplishments of our students and reaffirms our commitment to quality education, research, and public engagement.” She noted that the Vice-President’s presence reflects growing national recognition of the University’s academic and research contributions.
Held under the provisions of the Kashmir University Act, 1969, the convocation is a formal ceremony to confer degrees, gold medals, and certificates of merit. This year, a total of 59,558 degrees will be awarded, including 44,910 undergraduate, 13,545 postgraduate, 461 MD/MS, 4 MCH, 18 M.Phil, and 620 Ph.D. degrees.
The University of Kashmir continues to strengthen its national academic profile. It is the only university from Jammu and Kashmir among India’s top 50, holds NAAC A++ accreditation, is ranked 34th in NIRF, and is listed among the top eight State Public Universities in India. With the highest enrollment among state and central universities in the UT, KU caters predominantly to local learners while also attracting students from outside the region.
Over the decades, the Convocation has evolved into a key academic event, bringing together students, faculty, alumni, and dignitaries to mark the culmination of years of study.
University authorities, in collaboration with the UT administration, have made comprehensive arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the ceremony, which is expected to witness wide participation from the academic community and invited guests.
