South Asian University: A global campus for regional excellence
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South Asian University (SAU), established jointly by the eight SAARC nations, represents a shining example of regional cooperation and educational diplomacy. Proposed at the 13th SAARC Summit in 2005 and operational since 2010, the university was envisioned as a centre of excellence to foster academic collaboration and cultural unity across South Asia.
Located in a modern, fully residential 100-acre campus in Maidan Garhi, New Delhi, SAU provides world-class education to students from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. This University is currently under the bright vision of the President, Prof. K. K Aggarwal.
President, Prof. K. K Aggarwal.
Diverse and expanding academic structure
SAU currently offers postgraduate and doctoral programmes through five key faculties: Economics, Legal Studies, Life Sciences and Biotechnology, Mathematics and Computer Science, and Social Sciences, which include departments like Sociology and International Relations.
The university envisages plans for new faculties in Earth System Sciences, Management, Humanities, Physical and Chemical Sciences, and a Faculty of Undergraduate Studies.
Introducing the virtual campus
The Virtual Campus of South Asian University's mission is to provide world-class business education through its MBA, Executive MBA, and BBA programs byintegrating the intellectual capital of globally renowned faculty with advanced digital pedagogy.
The Virtual Campus aims at AI, Data Science and digital business education. The focus will be on expanding the global faculty network, enhancing digital teaching capabilities, and establishing a Virtual Centre for Excellence in Business Research.
Introducing the Faculty of Arts and Design
In addition to this, the Faculty of Arts and Design, which aims to foster creativity, communication skills, and cultural awareness has been inaugurated on January 31, 2025, by Hon'ble President Prof.
K.K. Aggarwal. This Faculty currently offers skill-based short-term certificate courses in Cinematography, Visual Communication, Hindi Language Proficiency, and South Asian Music (ITSA).
Infrastructure and campus development
SAU's lush green campus in South Delhi provides a modern, eco-friendly, and secure environment. Facilities include residential hostels, faculty housing, a well-equipped library, laboratories, seminar halls, and performance spaces that foster learning and innovation.
The campus architecture—designed through a regional competition—is inspired by South Asian aesthetics, promoting a sense of belonging and unity.
Global recognition and
alumni success
Degrees from SAU are recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in India and by educational bodies across SAARC nations. SAU alumni are excelling globally—pursuing research, policy work, teaching, and professional careers at reputed institutions and organizations. Their success speaks volumes about the quality of education and academic mentorship provided at SAU.
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