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CONTENTS
Message from the Vice Chancellor-- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - 3
The ICFAI Group -- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - 4
The ICFAI Universities-- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 5
The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh-- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 6
Faculty of Management Studies -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 7
The BBA Program -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 8
The BBA Logistics -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- 9
The B.Com Program-- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 10
The MBA Program -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 11
The M.Com Program -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 12
Faculty of Liberal Arts -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 13
The BA (Humanities) -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 14
The BA Hons. (English) -- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 15
Faculty of Science & Technology -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 16
The B.Tech & B.Tech (Lateral Entry) Programs-- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 17
The B.Sc (Non-Medical) Program-- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 19
The B.Sc (Medical) Program -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 20
The BCA / B.Sc (IT) Program-- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 21
The BCA (Data Science / BCA (Cyber Security) / BCA (AI & IOT) Programs -- -- 22
The M.Sc Programs -- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 22
Faculty of Law-- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 24
The BA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 25
The BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program-- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 26
The LL.B. Program -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 28
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 30
The B.Pharmacy & B.Pharmacy (Lateral Entry) Programs -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 31
The M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry Program-- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 32
Ph.D. Programs-- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 33
Examinations at IU HP-- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 34
Education Methodology-- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- 36
Training & Placement and Career Counseling -- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 37
Academia-Industry Interface -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 38
Resources & Facilities-- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- -- 39
Faculty Profiles -- --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - --- - - 41
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Message from the Vice Chancellor

Welcome to the ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh. A pivot to opportunity, progression and
achievement. An institution, where excellence and honesty are passion, a community that
is built on the bedrock of affable relationships between the staff, students, families and
among the students themselves, palladium to shape students’ glorious future. Ever since
its inception, we have been adding badges of glory to our prestigious institution and it is
emerging as an institution of quality learning with integrated academic programs.

The ICFAI University aims to deliver a multi-disciplinary world-class education through effective
and efficient methods so as to make it accessible to all sections of society. Sprawling over 47
acres, situated on the foothills of the beautiful Shivalik Mountains it is repleted with lush
green trees, beautifully landscaped gardens, magnificently designed buildings smart classes,
well-equipped laboratories, skill development rooms, neat and clean corridors, playgrounds,
a library, common rooms and a canteen.

The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh endeavors to empower students from all walks of life
by using diverse pedagogical tools, mentor-mentee programs, fieldwork, internship programs
and social entrepreneurship skills. It is known for its commitment to the cause of education,
keeping the aspects of equity, access, quality, affordability & accountability as the uppermost
considerations. The curriculum of the University is prepared carefully & continually updated
as per the needs of the Industry, the Corporate Sector, and the Research Organizations and
resonates with the New Education Policy, 2020.

Students at The ICFAI University are a community of enthusiastic learners. They endeavor
to achieve greater accomplishments as part of a productive and knowledgeable academic
community. Education is not confined to four walls of a classroom, for we take the teaching-
learning experience beyond the mere chronicle of facts and figures. Exclusive access to an
unparalleled range of extra-curricular activities to enjoy around studies, enrich experience
and develop skills is an endeavor to empower and educate the whole person in the widest
possible ways and this is reflected in our Street-plays, Field works, Business games, and many
other co-curricular activities.

At our University, we all nurture a common vision of making it the preferred choice of 21st
Century learners. We constantly strive to establish and foster linkages with other renowned
institutions to broaden the prospects of our students. Successful affiliations have already
enriched our diverse culture and reinforced ethical values at every step in our endeavor and
brought in the requisite academic rigor.

Prof. Keshav Sharma

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The ICFAI Group

Pioneering professional education for over 35 years
ICFAI was established in 1984 as a not-for-profit society with the broad objective of empowering citizens through
world class quality education. The Institute announced its arrival into the Indian education fora by launching a
high end, innovative professional program in financial analysis in 1985. The Program was first-of-its-kind in India,
aimed at equipping students and working professionals with cutting-edge knowledge in contemporary areas of
finance. Since its establishment, ICFAI Group has made a significant mark in the Indian educational field with a
pan-Indian network and presence.

Innovation has been the mainstay of ICFAI Group with innovation prevalent in its programs and even its culture.
Subsequently, there was a big leap when ICFAI Group started its chain of business schools (IBS) across India in
1995 to offer management program. Since its inception, IBS has been consistently ranked among the top ranked
B-Schools of India providing excellent academic delivery and infrastructure to its students and transforming them
into leaders for the future.

Another example that is a testimony to the culture of innovation is the introduction of Case Study methodology
at IBS. The Case Research Center at IBS has become a center of excellence and has won several accolades across
the world.

ICFAI Group has 2 Strategic Institutional Units, the ICFAI Universities and the ICFAI Business Schools. In all the
programs offered across these units, the emphasis is on adherence to academic rigor and differentiated curriculum
that bridges the industry-academia gap.

ICFAI Group focuses on learning rather than instruction. In addition, the institute is engaged in important areas
of research covering environmental sustainability, agricultural economics, health policy, financial economics,
banking, intellectual property rights etc. There have been path-breaking research and good quality publications
in these areas.

Flexible and tech enabled learning also plays an important role in ICFAI’s teaching methodology. The delivery
takes place with the use of hi-tech learning management system at campus programs and content delivery for
distance learning through online medium.

ICFAI Group practices the value of academic integrity at all levels. As a policy, admissions are purely based on
merit and there is nothing like capitation fee et al. The fee payable is published in the application material and
that remains unchanged.

The ICFAI Group’s culture of teaching and learning supports and fosters intellectual and personality development
among its graduating students. They carry an attitude of ownership of their work. ICFAI Group strives to make
the students - DOERS. The programs are designed such that the students & professionals graduating from the
institution have the ability to take risks, make decisions and own the work. ICFAI Group system, strongly believes
in developing an ‘entrepreneurial mindset’ among its graduating students.

At ICFAI, students inculcate research and analytical orientation due to its institutional strength and support for
the research and development activities. Holistically, the student undergoes a transformative change.

The alumni of ICFAI Group are working in renowned companies world-wide. Collectively, ICFAI Group alumni
contribute significantly to the growth story of India.

Awards won by The ICFAI Group

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Founder’s Profile
Mr. N. J. Yasaswy (1950-2011), founder of the ICFAI Group of educational institutions and a pioneer in promoting
higher education in the private sector had a brilliant academic career: B.Com (Andhra University 1969 – First Rank),
CA Inter (May 1971 – First Rank), CA Final (May 1973 – First Rank), ICWA Inter (July 1970 – First Rank) and
ICWA Final (July 1972 – First Rank). He was the recipient of the Basu Foundation Award for the Best Student of
the Year from both – The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (in 1972) and The Institute of Chartered
Accountants of India (in 1973).
During 1974-1980, Mr. Yasaswy was associated with the Administrative Staff College of India as a Faculty Member.
In 1981, he started his consultancy firm, Yasaswy Management Associates Private Limited. Hyderabad.
Mr. Yasaswy was appointed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh as Chairman, Andhra Pradesh State Trading
Corporation (1985–88), and Vice-Chairman, Public Enterprises Management Board (1986–88). He was a visiting
faculty member at the Indian Institute of Management-Ahmedabad (1986-88) and was nominated as a Member
on the SEBI Committee on Accounting Standards. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Association
of Certified International Investment Analysts (ACIIA), Switzerland. He authored several books on finance and
investments.
N J Yasaswy Mr. Yasaswy set up the ICFAI as a single institute in 1985 without governmental sops or institutional funding, in an
(1950-2011) era where government support was the norm. He chose to spend all his energy on the fledgling institution which over
the years grew to become a monument to what ambition can deliver. He was instrumental in building several business
schools and universities in the developing states of India, particularly in the North-East region. He stood for professional
management, excellence in the quality of education offered in the ICFAI institutions, and absolute discipline.
He was charismatic, a great teacher, an institution builder, a visionary and a genius who was years ahead of his time.
His vision will continue to guide ICFAI forever.

The ICFAI Universities

ICFAI has established 11 Universities across India. The ICFAI
Universities are located at Hyderabad [The ICFAI Foundation
for Higher Education (IFHE), which is a Deemed-to-be
University], Himachal Pradesh (Baddi), Dehradun, Jaipur,
Jharkhand, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Raipur, Sikkim and
The ICFAI Foundation for The ICFAI University, Tripura
Higher Education, Hyderabad Tripura.

The ICFAI University, Dehradun The ICFAI University, Raipur

The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh (Baddi) The ICFAI University, Nagaland
The ICFAI University, Jaipur

The ICFAI University, Sikkim The ICFAI University, Jharkhand The ICFAI University, Mizoram The ICFAI University, Meghalaya
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The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh

The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh, has been established under the Medium of Instruction:The
provision of the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India University medium of instruction for all
(Establishment and Regulation) Act 2011 (Act No. 43 of 2011) passed programs is English.
by the Legislative Assembly of Himachal Pradesh on June 17, 2011. The
University is sponsored by The ICFAI Society - a not-for-profit educational Elective Courses: The academic
society established in 1984. structure of the program provides
students with an opportunity to
Campus Infrastructure: The university campus is in the Educational choose elective courses from the
Hub at Baddi. It has 2 lakhs sq.ft. built-up area with academic blocks and bouquet of courses offered by the
classrooms with the latest audio-visual equipment. Other facilities include a University. The actual offering of the
well-equipped library, labs, and computer center. The entire campus is Wi-Fi electives will however depend on an
enabled. optimal number of students opting
Programs: The University offers career-oriented educational programs for the same elective. It is up to the
at Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral levels in Management, University to offer or not to offer a
Commerce, Law, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Information Technology and particular elective course.
Science & Technology as under: Medals: Students securing the
UG Programs first rank and the second rank on
completion of their programs will
B.Tech (CSE |Civil) | B.Pharmacy 4 years
be awarded Gold and Silver Medals
B.Tech (LE) | B.Pharmacy (LE) | B.Com | BCA respectively.
BCA (Data Science) | BCA (Cyber Security) | BCA (AI & IOT)
LL.B. | BBA | BBA (Logistics) | BA (Humanities) 3 years Scholarships: Scholarships are
BA (Hons.) English | B.Sc. (IT) | B.Sc. (Non Medical) offered to Meritorious Students.
B.Sc. (Medical)
BA-LL.B. (Hons.) | BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) 5 years Student Handbook: Students will
be supplied with a Student Handbook
PG Programs
containing all rules and regulations
MBA | M.Com | MCA | M.Sc in Physics | Chemistry of the respective programs including
2 years
Maths | Botany | Pharmaceutical Chemistry detailed curriculum, electives,
Doctoral Programs academic calendar, the code of
(Full-time) conduct, etc.
Ph.D in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Management, 3 years
Botany, Commerce, Economics, Award of Degree: After the
Computer Science & Engineering and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Part-time)
successful completion of the
4 years
program, the students will be
Semester System: The University follows the semester pattern for all its awarded a Degree in their respective
programs. Each academic year consists of two semesters and a summer term. discipline by the University subject
Continuous evaluation through monthly tests, assignments and quizzes etc., to the Rules/Regulations of the
along with an end semester examination is conducted for each semester. University.
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Faculty of Management Studies (FMS)

Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), is a constituent of the ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh. FMS offers
management and commerce programs with latest pedagogy at UG, PG & Doctoral levels namely BBA, BBA
(Logistics), B.Com, MBA and M.Com programs. FMS is focused on creating the leaders for tomorrow.
Courses Offered at FMS
 Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA)
 Apprenticeship based BBA Logistics (BBA Logistics)
 Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com)
 Masters of Business Administration (MBA)
 Masters of Commerce (M.Com)
Strengths of FMS
 Qualified faculty members from Central and State Universities.
 Located in a serene environment
 Excellent Placement support
 A strong Alumni network
 Curriculum with strong emphasis on creativity and research
 Integrative Business and Management courses meeting Industry standards.
 Case study based learning
 Problem Based learning and active learning approach.
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The BBA Program

The ICFAI University offers Bachelor
Program Structure
of Business Administration, popularly
known as BBA, is a 3-year professional Semester-I Semester-II
undergraduate degree that gives an • English • Macro Economics
• Principles of Management • Cost Accounting
insight into the basics of business
• Micro Economics • Business Statistics

Year-I
and management. The BBA program • Financial Accounting • Organizational Behavior
nurtures students and equips them • Business Environment • Business Communication
with strong foundational skills • Introduction to Computers • Environmental Sciences
and knowledge in management. It Summer Internship Program - I
combines contemporary coursework Semester-III Semester-IV
with practical applications, through • Business Law • Company Law
which the students will learn how • Management Accounting • Research Methodology
to solve complex management
Year-II

• Principles of Banking & Insurance • Financial Management

problems effectively with a “Think • Marketing Management • Production and Operations Management
global and act global” perspective. • Human Resource Management • Entrepreneurship Development
Following this process, students can • Life Skill Development- Practical • Retail Management
acquire a high level of knowledge and Summer Internship Program - II
skills that will help them, excel in the Semester-V Semester-VI
competitive world and consequently • International Business • Strategic Management
contribute to society. It also prepares • E-Commerce • Sustainable and Ethical Business
Year-III

students to pursue MBA programs in • Advertising and Media Practices

due course. • Elective-I • Supply Chain & Logistics Management
• Elective-II • Elective-III
Duration: • Summer Term Internship and Viva • Elective-IV

Three Years (Six Semesters) The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
Elective Courses:
Eligibility: Family Business and Entrepreneurship: Family Business Management and Governance;
Business Plan and Project implementation; Innovation, Creativity and Strategies in
Pass in Class XII (or equivalent), Entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurial Finance and Tax Strategies. Pharmaceutical Management:
any discipline with aggregate 45% Pharmaceutical Logistics and Supply Chain Management; Pharma Sales and Customer
and above marks. Class XII students Relationship Management; Risk and Quality Management for Pharmaceuticals; Legal and
awaiting final examination results are Ethical Aspects of Pharmaceuticals. Agri Business Management: Agri-Business and Co-
also eligible to apply. operative Management; Agricultural and Rural Marketing; Agri Logistics and Supply Chain
Management; Agriculture and Food Retailing. Retail Management: Retail Marketing: Retail
Program Structure: Branding & Visual Merchandising; Sales & Customer Relationship Management; Information
Technology in Retail Management. Human Capital Management: Organization Development
The BBA program is organized in six and Change Management; Talent Management & Competency Mapping; Labour Law & HR
semesters in three years. Students Compliance; International Human Resource Management. Banking & Insurance: Money,
are also required to do summer Banking & Financial Markets; Information Technology in Banking and Insurance; Laws
internship program after completion Governing Banking and Insurance; Claim Settlement of Insurance. Digital Marketing: Digital
of Year I and Year II respectively. Marketing and Web Analytics; Search Engine Optimization; Digital and Online advertising;
During V and VI semester, students Social Media Marketing.
are exposed to elective courses.
The actual offering of electives will
however, depend on an optimal
number of students opting for the
same elective.
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The BBA (Logistics) Program

The Apprenticeship based BBA Group B – E-Commerce
(Logistics )Program will be in  First Mile Operations
collaboration with Logistics Sector  Last Mile Operations
Skill Council (LSC) - established by Group C – Land Transportation
the Ministry of Skill Development
 Multimodal Transportation
and Entrepreneurship (MSDE),
Government of India.  Commercial Aspects of Transportation

The attraction of the course is two

years class-room teaching, projects, Program Structure
MOOCs, Cases, industrial visits and Semester-I Semester-II
in last two semesters students will • English • Environmental Studies
be in industry. • Business Economics • Business Communication
• Fundamentals of Logistics • Freight Forwarding (Ocean & Air Cargo)
Duration: • Principles of Management • Forecasting and Inventory Management
Year-I

• Business Statistics • Surface Transportation

Three Years (Six Semesters) • Materials Management • Human Resources Management
Eligibility: • Warehousing & Distribution Centre • Management and Cost Accounting
Operations
Pass in Class XII (or equivalent), Summer Internship Program - I
any discipline with aggregate 45% Semester-III Semester-IV
and above marks. (40% for SC/ST • MIS for Logistics • Port Terminal Logistics
category). Class XII students awaiting • International Logistics Management • Data Analysis using Spread Sheet
final examination results are also • Marketing Management • Commercial Geography
Year-II

eligible to apply. • Retail Logistics and E-Commerce • Logistics Network Design

• Word & Presentation Tools - Practical • Logistics 4.0
Program Structure: • Life Skill Development - Practical • Specialisation Module – Course I
The BBA logistics is Industry – • Liner Logistics • Specialisation Module – Course II
Integrated Degree Program organized Summer Internship Program - II
in six semesters in three years. Semester-V Semester-VI
Year-III

Semesters I, II, III, and IV are Teaching • Allied course - MOOC • Allied course - MOOC
Semesters along with specializations. • Allied course - MOOC • Allied Course - MOOC
In the last two semesters students • Apprenticeship – I • Apprenticeship – II
will be doing MOOCs Allied courses The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
and Apprenticeship.
Allied Courses- MOOCs
 Warehouse Automation
 Best Practices in Transportation
 Inland Waterways & Costal
Shipping
 Courier, Express & Parcel
Services
 In plant Logistics
 Documentation for Exports &
Imports
Specialization Modules
Group A – Aviation
 Introduction to Aviation Industry
& Airport Operations
 Introduction to Air Cargo
Industry
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The B.Com Program

Program Structure
The ICFAI University offers a three-
Semester-I Semester-II
year regular and professional B.Com
• Fundamentals of Accounting • Financial Accounting
course. The program provides
• Micro Economics • Macro Economics
knowledge to students in distinct

Year-I
• Business Mathematics • Business Statistics
areas of Business, Accounting, • Business Organization & Management • Organization Behavior
Finance, and other extensive studies • Introduction to Computers • Environmental Sciences
of a particular area of interest. • English Language • Business Communication
Semester-III Semester-IV
The program also encourages the • Corporate Accounting • Cost Accounting
students to self-learn through • Income Tax Law & Practice • Goods & Service Tax (GST) and Customs
Year-II

practical knowledge and offers a • Introduction to Financial Management • Human Resource Management
holistic opportunity to develop • Business Law • Company Law
business skills. In the process, • Insurance & Risk Management • Business Auditing
students can acquire a high level of • Principles of Marketing Management • International Business
knowledge and skills that help them Semester-V Semester-VI
in excelling in the competitive world • Management Accounting • Entrepreneurship Development
and thereby contributing to the • Export Import Procedures & • Financial Reporting & Analysis
Documentation • E-Commerce
Year-III

society. It also prepares students to

• Research Methodology • Elective-III
pursue M.Com or MBA programs in • Computerized Accounting System-II • Elective-IV
due course. • Elective-I • Research Project & Viva Voce
• Elective-II • PSI Program-II
Duration:
• PSI Program-I
3 Years (Six Semesters) The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
Eligibility:
Pass in Class XII (or equivalent),
any discipline with aggregate 40%
and above marks. Class XII students Electives: Banking and Financial Planning: Principles and Practices of Banking;
awaiting final examination results are Banking Law and management; Marketing of Financial Services; Credit Management.
also eligible to apply. Investment Management: Fundamentals of Investment; Personal finance and
planning; Investment in Stock Markets; Treasury Management and Foreign
Program Structure: Exchange. Taxation: Custom Procedures & Practices; Corporate Taxation; Tax
The B.Com Program is organized into Planning & Administration; E-Filing of returns. Financial Markets: Indian Financial
six semesters in three years. Markets; Foreign Exchange Markets; Commodities Markets; Portfolio Management
& Mutual Funds.
The University follows a Credit-based
semester system of teaching-learning
and evaluation.

During the Vth and VIth semesters,

students are exposed to elective
courses from their chosen fields
of specialization. These elective
courses provide understanding of
the specialized fields.

Students are required to pursue

a minimum of 4 elective courses
during the B.Com degree program.
The programs provides vide choice
of electives from different areas.
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The MBA Program

The ICFAI University offers a two-year
Program Structure
regular and professional MBA course
with different specializations. The Semester-I Semester-II
Master of Business Administration • Management Practices and • Marketing Management
Organizational Behavior • Human Resource Management
Program is designed to blend
• Managerial Economics • Financial Management
learning with development, and

Year-I
• Statistics for Managers • Business Research Methods
sharpening conceptual and analytical • Accounting for Managers • Legal aspects of Business
skills in business management. The • Business Environment • Production and Operation Management
emphasis on management education • Business Communication • Life Skill Development - Practical
is to develop a “Learning Manager” • Computer Applications in Management
who adapts to the contemporary Summer Internship Program
environment. Semester-III Semester-IV
Duration: • CSR &Human values and ethics • Entrepreneurship Development
• Business Policy & Strategic • International Business
2 Years (Four semesters) Management • Major Research Project
Year-II

• Summer Internship Project report • Elective-V

Eligibility: • Elective-I • Elective-VI
Pass in graduation in any discipline • Elective-II • Elective-VII
with 50% and above aggregate • Elective-III • Elective-VIII
• Elective-IV
marks, along with qualification
in CMAT or any other eligibility The program structure is tentative subject to change (if required)
criteria prescribed by the Regulatory
Specialization Modules for Semester III and IV
Authority. Final year graduate
Finance:
students awaiting results are also
Quantitative analysis of financial decision; Behavioral Finance; Financial Engineering;
eligible to apply.
Personal Finance & Investment Management; Project Appraisal & Finance;
Human Resource Management:
Students must enclose an attested
Organizational change and development; Performance Management & Competency
copy of CMAT or other test scorecard.
Mapping; Strategic Human Resource Management; Training and Development;
Program Structure: Industrial Relations & Labour Laws.
Marketing:
The Program covers 30 courses
Sales and Distribution Management; Marketing Research and Analysis; Digital
apart from soft skills spread over 4
Marketing; International Marketing; Consumer behavior;
semesters in 2 years. Students are
Supply Chain Management:
also required to undergo a summer
Supply Chain Concepts & Planning; Materials Management; Forecasting and
internship program after semester II.
Inventory Management; Retail Logistics and E-Commerce;
Specializations: Digital Marketing:
 Supply Chain Management Digital Business; Digital and Online Marketing; Technology Competition and Strategy;
 Human Resources Management Search Engine Marketing; Content and Affiliate Marketing.
 Finance Management
 Marketing Management
 Digital Marketing
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The M.Com Program

The ICFAI University envisages its Program Structure
Master of Commerce education by Semester-I Semester-II
focusing on the field of Accounting, • Managerial Economics • Financial Management & Policy
Finance and Taxation, and other • Managerial Accounting • Legal Aspects of Business

Year-I
emerging areas. This program • Business Statistics • Operation Research
imparts students with accounting, • Marketing Management • Research Methodology
banking and financial knowledge • Organization Theory and Behaviour • Project Planning and Analyses
and enhances their skills in these • Business Communication • Business Environment
domains. The M.Com Program Semester-III Semester-IV
prepares the students with the • Strategic Management • Corporate Governance and Business
knowledge, skills, and strategic • Corporate Tax Structure and Planning Ethics
perspectives essential to business • Financial Institutions and Markets • Entrepreneurship Development
Year-II

leadership and a managerial career • Security Analysis and investment • International Financial Management
in the competitive world. Management • Management of Financial Services
• Industrial Relation and Labour • Management Control System
Duration: Management • Portfolio Management & Mutual Funds
• Computer Applications in Accounting
Two Years (Four semesters) and Costing
Eligibility: The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
Pass in graduation in Commerce with
50% and above aggregate marks.
Final year graduate students awaiting
results are also eligible to apply.
Program Structure:
The Program covers 24 courses
spread over 4 semesters in 2 years.
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Faculty of Liberal Arts

The Liberal Education was coined by the Romans which

means “of or pertaining to free men ‘’. Founded in 2020, The faculty is chosen from the best institutions of
The Department of Liberal Arts at ICFAI University is India, who produces individuals who are open-minded
famous for its creative approach towards imbibing the and free from any preconceptions and dogmas. The
innovative and an interdisciplinary education of a global students are trained to be reflective of their actions
level based on reasoning. Liberal Arts is the cluster of and aware of their place in the social and the natural
various disciplines such as History, Political Science, environment. The graduate students at the FLA are
Economics, Sociology, Media , Culture, Gender Studies, trained to excel in the world of challenges.
Literature and Communication. Plato and Aristotle saw
education as a search for the truth in its purest form, Courses Offered at FLA
and the Faculty of Liberal Arts at ICFAI works on this  Bachelor of Arts in Humanities BA (Humanities)
principle.  Bachelor of Arts in English BA (Hons.) English
Strengths of FLA
Its major concern is on the development of an individual’s
 Well qualified faculty members with strong emphasis
identity and understanding of the social world. It
on creativity and research.
does not just deal with communication or the skill
enhancement; rather, it concentrates on the critical  Good placements coupled with dynamic institute-
analysis of life long complexities too. The liberal arts industry interaction.
education is the combination of both philosophical and  Vibrant Entrepreneurship and Incubation Student
practical approaches. The program also emphasized on centric Cell, unique Mentor-Mentee Program
the research orientation.  Excellent ambience for teaching-learning.
Specialization courses to make students industry
oriented.
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The BA (Humanities) Program

The ICFAI University offers the B.A designed and developed in association with academicians and professional
(Humanities) with special reference to experts, and as per the guidelines of the UGC. The program is divided
the skill and intellectual development into six semesters consisting of 36 courses to be covered in six semesters
through practical understanding spread over three years. The course structure is in sync with the New
of the social concepts. The B.A. Education Policy 2020 .From the 1st semester, students are exposed to the
(Humanities) Program is a 3-year skill enhancement and Discipline Specific courses. The Ability Enhancement
campus-based program offered to Compulsory Courses (AECC) and Generic Elective Courses are also taught. .
impart in-depth knowledge and a
broad understanding of the subject. BA (Humanities) Program Course Structure
The program focuses on various Semester-I Semester-II
areas of social science and liberal • English Language – I • English Language – II
arts and jones the necessary skills • Introduction to Political Science – I • International Politics
required for the students to go ahead • Introduction to Sociology – I • Concepts of Sociology
Year-I

in their professional lives beyond the • Ancient History – I • Ancient History-II

University. Here, the students are • Indian Government and Politics • Environmental Sciences
encouraged to improve their ability • Introduction to Computers • Introduction to Cultural Studies
and discover themselves in the social Semester-III Semester-IV
world. The B.A. (Humanities) program • English Literature – I • English Literature – II
combines creativity, innovation and • Western Political Thought • Indian Political Thought – I
discovery. • Sociological Thought – I • Sociological Thought – II
Year-II

• Medieval History – III • Colonial History –

Duration: • Introduction to Gender Studies • Theoretical Concepts of Gender Studies
• Media Literacy • Soft Skills
Three years (Six Semesters).
Semester-V Semester-VI
Eligibility: • English Literature-III • English Literature-IV
Pass with 40% and above aggregate • Indian Political Thought-II • Major Issues in Contemporary World
marks in Class XII or equivalent in • Rural and Urban Sociology Politics
Year-III

• Modern Indian History • Indian Sociological Thought

any discipline. Students appearing • Social Research Methodology • World History
for final examinations and awaiting • Concepts of Cultural Studies • Academic Writing
results are also eligible for admission • Social Development in India
Program Structure: The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
The curriculum is mostly Discipline Specific Electives &
contemporary and innovatively Skill enhancement & Ability
Enhancement Subjects
First Semester
• Indian Government and Politics
• Introduction to Computers
Second Semester
• Introduction to Cultural Studies
• Environmental Sciences
Third Semester
• Introduction to Gender Studies
• Media Literacy
Fourth Semester
• Theoretical Concepts of Gender
Studies
• Soft Skills
Fifth Semester
• Concepts of Cultural Studies
• Social Research Methodology
Sixth Semester
• Social Development In India
• Academic Writing
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The BA (English) (Hons.) Program

The ICFAI University offers the with academicians and professional experts, and as per the guidelines of
B.A English(Hons.) emphasizes the the UGC. The program is divided into six semesters consisting of 39 courses
detailed study of English Literature to be covered in six semesters spread over three years.
which includes poetry, proses, essays
and several other literary pieces. In Program Course Structure
addition to this, the curriculum of Semester-I Semester-II
B.A. English also includes various • Introduction to poetry • English Phonetics and Grammar
novels of different genres. This • Introduction to Fiction and Non- Fiction • Introduction to Drama
course helps students to gain Year-I • English language • Environmental Studies
expertise in English reading, writing • Media and Communication • Academic Writing and Composition
and fluent speaking. Not just this, • History of English Literature- I • History of English Literature II
it builds the students’ intellect and • The politics of English Language • Shakespeare
helps broaden the understanding of • Introduction to Computers • Rise of Novel
literature through rigorous reading Semester-III Semester-IV
and make them more efficient. • British Poetry • Literary Criticism
• British Fiction • Indian Writing in English -I
Duration: • Autobiography • English Novel
Year-II

• History of English Literature III • Film Studies

Three years (Six Semesters). • Popular Fiction • History of English Literature -IV
Eligibility: • English Drama
Semester-V Semester-VI
Pass with 40% and above aggregate
• Women’s Writing • Dalit Writing in India
marks in Class XII or equivalent in
• American Literature • Post-Colonial Literature
any discipline. Students appearing • Literature and cinema • Introduction to World Literature
for final examinations and awaiting
Year-III

• Literary Theory • Theatre and performing Arts

results are also eligible for admission. • Indian Aesthetics and Literature • Partition Literature
• Introduction to Translation Studies • The process of Creative writing
Program Structure: • History- I • History- II
The curriculum is mostly
contemporary and innovatively
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
designed and developed in association
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Faculty of Science & Technology

Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) is a constituent of The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh offers
Engineering and Science programs with the latest pedagogy at UG and PG levels. FST is a blend of vision and
value and a model of excellent professional learning producing new-age technocrats. FST is the culmination of
the untiring efforts of its founders to create an institute for Engineering and Technology education that would
produce technocrats who will not only meet the prerequisites of the global industries but also invent cutting-
edge technologies. In our endeavor to create an excellent learning environment at FST, we have built up state-
of-the-art infrastructure and hired the services of committed and dedicated teaching faculty. Today, FST is leading
the way in offering excellent educational facilities, impeccable academic credentials, distinguished faculty and a
plethora of programs to choose from.
Programs Offered at Faculty of Science & Technology
 Bachelors of Technology (Civil Engineering and Computer Science Engineering)
 Bachelor of Science (Non-Medical, Medical, Information Technology)
 Bachelor of Computer Application(BCA)
 Master of Computer Application(MCA)
 Masters of Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany)
Strengths of Faculty of Science & Technology
 Well qualified faculty with strong emphasis on creativity and research.
 Good placements coupled with dynamic institute-industry interaction.
 Vibrant Entrepreneurship and Incubation Student centric Cell , unique Mentor-Mentee Program
 Pollution free and peaceful atmosphere
 Excellent ambience for teaching -learning. Specialization in B.Tech. courses to make students industry oriented.
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The B.Tech Program

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering Program Structure
The B. Tech. program is a full-time, Semester-I Semester-II
campus-based program. The program • Computer programming – I • Computer programming – II
provides cutting-edge education to • Physics I • Engineering Mechanics
• Chemistry I • Environmental Sciences
equip students with a comprehensive

Year I
• Communication Skills • Engineering Graphics
and critical understanding of various • Workshop Practices • Physics II
branches of engineering. • Mathematics – I • Mathematics – II
• Physical Sciences Laboratory I • Physical Sciences Laboratory II
The following branches of Engineering • Computer programming lab-I
are offered: Summer Term: Course on English Language Skills
 Computer Science and Semester-III Semester-IV
Engineering (Specialization in • Database Management System • Object Oriented Programming
Artificial Intelligence) • Mathematics III • Discrete Structures For Computer Sciences
• Database Management Lab • Programming with Java
 Civil Engineering (Specialization
Year II

• Operating System • Microprocessor programming & Interfacing

in Construction Management) • Data Structures for Computer • Measurement techniques
Duration: Sciences • Numerical Method
• Principles of Management • Object-Oriented Programming Lab
4 Years (Eight Semesters) • Digital Logic Design • Microprocessor Programming and
Eligibility: • Digital Logic Design Lab Interfacing Lab
Summer Term - Internship Program I (6 weeks)
Pass in Class XII or its equivalent Semester-V Semester-VI
with 50% aggregate marks with • Computer Graphics • Computers Networks
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and • Computer Graphics Lab • Cyber Law and IPR
English as subjects, along with JEE • Web Technology • Computer organization & architecture
Year III

(Main) 2023 or HPCET 2023 score. • Web Technology Lab • Artificial Intelligence
• Software Engineering • Programming languages & Compiler
For reserved category students (SC/ • Theory of Computation Construction
• .NET and C# Programming • Humanities / Social Sciences
ST):-Pass in Class XII or its equivalent
• .NET and C# Programming Lab • Computer Networks Lab
with 45% aggregate marks with
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Summer Term - Professional Development Program
English as subjects, along with JEE Semester-VII Semester-VIII
(Main) 2022 or HPCET 2023 score. • Cloud Computing • Internship Program II
• Cloud Computing Lab Big Data or Thesis
• Big Data Lab
Class XII students awaiting final
Year IV

• Python Programming
examination results are also eligible • Python Programming Lab
to apply. • Machine Learning
• Machine Learning Lab
B.Tech (Lateral Entry): • Elective I
Eligibility: • Elective II
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
Pass in 3-year Diploma in Engineering
in respective discipline with at least
50% marks in aggregate. *Elective Papers: Computer Science and Engineering: Discrete Structures for Computer
Science, Object Oriented Programming using C++, Digital Logic Design, Computer
Duration: Organization and Architecture, Advanced Data Structures, Algorithms and Analysis, Operating
3 Years (Six Semesters) Systems, Database Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering,
Data Communications and Networking, Programming Languages and Compilers, Theory of
Program Structure: Computation, Object Oriented System Design, .Net & C # Programming, Cloud Computing
using Azure, Information Security, Mobile Application Development, Java Programming,
The B.Tech program (regular) is Computer Graphics.
covered in 8 semesters spread over 4
years and 6 semesters spread over 3
years in case of B.Tech (Lateral Entry).
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*Elective Papers: Civil Engineering: Strength

B.Tech. Civil Engineering Program Structure
of Materials, Fluid Mechanics, Surveying,
Semester-I Semester-II
Construction Materials and Construction
• Computer Programming – I • Computer Programming –II
Practices, Structural Analysis - I, Concrete
• Physics-I • Engineering Mechanics
Technology, Water Resource Engineering,
• Physical Sciences Laboratory I • Environmental Sciences
Year I

Transportation Engineering-I, Geotechnical

• Chemistry- I • Engineering Graphics
Engineering-I, Hydraulics & Hydraulic
• Thermodynamics • Physics-II
Machinery, Structural Analysis -II, Design of
• Workshop Practices • Physical Sciences Laboratory II
Reinforced Cement Concrete Structures,
• Mathematics – I • Mathematics – II
Geotechnical Engineering-II, Design of
Summer Term: Course in English Skills Steel Structures, Construction Supply
Semester-III Semester-IV Chain Management, Building Drawing
• Basics of Civil Engineering • Measurement Techniques and Architecture, Estimation, Costing &
• Mathematics III • Organizational Behavior Valuation, Transportation Engineering-II,
• Structure & Properties of Materials • Surveying-II Water Supply and Sanitary Engineering,
Year II

• Principles of Management • Surveying-II Lab Prestressed Concrete, Quantity Surveying,

• Surveying-I • Fluid Mechanics Water Resources Development, Irrigation
• Surveying-I Lab • Fluid Mechanics Lab Engineering, and Design of Bridge Structure.
• Building Materials & Construction • Mechanics of Solids
• Determinate structures
Summer Term Internship Program - I (6 weeks)
Semester-V Semester-VI
• Design of steel structures- I • Design of Concrete Structures – II
• Design of Concrete Structures - I • Design of steel structures- II
• Geotechnical Engineering - I • Geotechnical Engineering - II
Year III

• Geotechnical Engineering Lab • Concrete Technology

• Hydraulics & Hydraulic Machines • Concrete Technology Lab
• Hydraulics & Hydraulic Machines Lab • Transportation Engineering I
• Numerical Methods • Transportation Engineering I Lab
• Indeterminate Structures • Construction planning and management
Summer Term - Professional Development Program
Semester-VII Semester-VIII
• Water supply & Wastewater • Internship Program-II
Engineering or Thesis
• Hydrology
Year IV

• Transportation Engineering II
• Urban Transportation Planning
• Elective (1)
• Elective (2)
• Elective (3)
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
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The B.Sc Program (Non-Medical)

with Specialization in Multimedia & Advertising

B.Sc. (Non-Medical) B.Sc. (Non- Medical) Program Structure

Program is a three- Semester-I Semester-II
year campus-based • Mechanics •
Fundamentals of Animation
program offered with a • Electricity & Magnetism •
Calculus
view to impart in-depth • Physics Lab-I •
Linear Algebra
Year-I

• Algebra &Trigonometry •
Physical chemistry-I
knowledge and broad
• Communicative English- I •
Inorganic Chemistry- I
understanding of various • Organic Chemistry-I •
Chemistry Lab-II
Subjects in science. • Chemistry Lab-I •
Vibrations & Waves
Duration: • Fundamentals of Computer •
Physics Lab-II
Semester-III Semester-IV
Three Years(Six semesters) • Optics • Computer Applications
• Statistical mechanics & • Electronics
Eligibility:
Thermodynamics • Physics Lab-IV
Pass in Class XII with • Physics Lab-III • Real & Complex Analysis
Year-II

PCM (Physics, Chemistry, • Organic Chemistry –II • Abstract Algebra

Mathematics), with • Inorganic Chemistry- II • Physical Chemistry- II
aggregate 50% and • Chemistry Lab-III • Chemistry Lab-IV
• Advanced Calculus • Discipline Elective Courses-I: Novel Inorganic Materials
above marks. Class XII
• Graphic & web Design /Electro Chemistry / Heterocyclic, Organic Synthesis
students awaiting final and Pericyclic Reactions
year examination results Summer Term - Internship Program
are also eligible to apply. Semester-V Semester-VI
Program Structure: • Nano Science • Environmental Chemistry
• Physics Lab-V • Nuclear and Particle Physics
The B.Sc. Program • Audio & Video-Editing: Tools & • Quantum Mechanics
is covered in six Technology • Physics Project
semesters spread over • Differential Equation • Numerical Analysis
Year-III

3 years. Students are • Statics & Dynamics • 2 D Digital Animation

also encouraged to do • Inorganic Chemistry- III • Corel Draw & Illustrator (LAB)
project work during sixth • Physical Chemistry- III • Organic Chemistry- III
semester • Chemistry Lab-V • Chemistry Project
• Discipline Elective Courses-II: Nano Chemistry /Basic
Analytical Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry
• Discipline Elective Courses: Numerical Analysis Lab
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
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The B.Sc Program (Medical)

The aim of this course is to train students in the basic medical sciences, with the object of research, laboratory
work or academia.

Duration: Three Years (Six semesters)

Eligibility: Pass in Class XII or its equivalent with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), with aggregate 50% and above

Program Structure: The B.Sc. (Medical) Program is covered in six semesters spread over 3 years. Students are
also encouraged to do Internship Program during Summer Term after 2nd year of the program.

B.Sc. (Medical) Program Structure

Semester-I Semester-II
• Plant Biodiversity • Plant Ecology and Taxonomy
• Plant Biodiversity Practical • Plant Ecology and Taxonomy Practical
• Animal Biodiversity and • Environmental Science (Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course)
• Techniques in Biology • Comparative Anatomy and Developmental Biology of Vertebrates
Year-I

• Animal Biodiversity and • Comparative Anatomy and Developmental Biology

• Techniques in Biology Practical • of Vertebrates Practical
• Organic Chemistry-I • Physical Chemistry-I
• Communicative English- I • Inorganic Chemistry- I
• Chemistry Lab-I • Chemistry Lab-II
• Fundamentals of Computers
Semester-III Semester-IV
• Anatomy and Embryology of Angiosperms • Plant Physiology and Metabolism
• Anatomy and Embryology of Angiosperms Practical • Plant Physiology and Metabolism Practical
• Animal Physiology and Biochemistry • Genetics and
• Animal Physiology and Biochemistry Practical • Evolutionary Biology
Year-II

• Inorganic Chemistry- II • Genetics and Evolutionary Biology Practical

• Organic Chemistry –II • Physical Chemistry- II
• Chemistry Lab-III • Discipline Elective Courses-I: Novel Inorganic Materials /Electro
• Medical Diagnostics Chemistry / Heterocyclic, Organic Synthesis and Pericyclic Reactions
• Chemistry Lab-IV
• Ethnobotany (Skill Enhancement Course)
Semester-V Semester-VI
• Cell and Molecular Biology (Discipline Elective Course) • Economic Botany and Biotechnology (Discipline Elective Course)
• Cell and Molecular Biology Practical • Economic Botany and Biotechnology Practical
• Aquatic Biology (Discipline Elective Course) • Reproductive Biology
Year-III

• Aquatic Biology Practical • Reproductive Biology Practical

• Inorganic Chemistry- III • Organic Chemistry- III
• Physical Chemistry- III • Chemistry Project
• Chemistry Lab-V • Discipline Elective Courses-II: Nano Chemistry /Basic Analytical
• Apiculture & Amp; Sericulture (Skill Enhancement Course) Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry
• Mushroom Culture Technology (Skill Enhancement Course)
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
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The B.Sc (IT) Program

with specialization in Cloud Computing, Digital Marketing, Windows Programming,
Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Web Technology

A Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, (abbreviated B.Sc. IT), is a Bachelor’s degree awarded for an
undergraduate course or program in the Information technology field.
Duration:
Three Years (Six semesters)
Eligibility:
Pass in Class XII or equivalent with an aggregate of 50% (any discipline) Class XII students awaiting final year
examination results are also eligible to apply.
Program Structure:
The B.Sc. (IT) Program is covered over six semesters spread over 3 years. Students are also encouraged to do
project work during the sixth semester.

B.Sc. (IT) Program Structure

Semester-I Semester-II
• Fundamental Mathematics for Computer Application • Professional Communication Skills
• Environmental Science • Discrete Mathematics
• Computer Fundamental & Office Automation • Microprocessor Programming & Its Interfacing
• Digital Logic Design • Computer Programming- II
Year-I

• English Communication Skills • Data Communication and Networking

• Computer Fundamental & Office Automation Lab • Organizational Behavior
• Computer Programming I • Microprocessor Programming & Interfacing, Microprocessor
• Computer Programming I Lab Programming & Interfacing Lab
• Linux & Shell Programming Lab • Computer Programming- II Lab
• Digital Logic Design Lab • Data Communication and Networking Lab
Semester-III Semester-IV
• Software Engineering • Cyber Law and IPR
• Computer Systems and Architecture • Programming with Java
• Data Structures and Algorithms • Content Management and Data Analysis
Year-II

• Database Management System • Computer Graphics

• Operating Systems • Principles of Management
• Discrete Mathematics • Web Technologies
• Data Structures and Algorithms Lab • Programming with Java Lab
• Database Management System Lab • Data Mining Lab
• Operating System Lab • Web Technologies Lab
Summer Term: Internship Program
Semester-V Semester-VI
• Design and Analysis of Algorithm • Cloud Computing and IOT
• Cryptography & Network Security • NET and C# Programming
• E- Commerce and Marketing • NET and C# Programming Lab
Year-III

• Design and Analysis of Algorithm Lab • Project (Implementation and Viva)

• Elective-I • Elective-III
• Elective-II • Elective-IV
• Unix Shell Programming • Elective-V
• Unix Shell Programming Lab
• Software Testing and Project Management

The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)

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The BCA Program

Bachelor in Computer BCA Program Structure
Application (BCA) is an Specialization: (General / AI & IOT/ Data Sciences / Cyber Security)
undergraduate degree Semester-I Semester-II
course generally for
• Fundamental Mathematics for Computer • Professional Communication Skills
students who wish to Application • Discrete Mathematics
delve into the world of • Environmental Science • Microprocessor Programming & Interfacing
Computer languages. • Computer Fundamental & Office Automation • Microprocessor Programming & Interfacing Lab
The course is one of the • Computer Programming I • Computer Programming- II
Year-I

most popular options • Digital Logic Design • Data Communication and Networking
to get started with a • English Communication Skills • Organizational Behavior
career in Information • Computer Fundamental & Office Automation • Microprocessor Programming & Its Interfacing Lab
Technology. Lab • Computer Programming- II Lab
• Computer Programming I Lab • Data Communication and Networking Lab
Duration: • Digital Logic Design Lab
• Linux & Shell Programming Lab
Three Years (Six
Semester-III Semester-IV
semesters)
• Technical Report Writing • System Analysis & Design
Eligibility: • Computer Systems and Architecture • Programming with Java
• Data Structures and Algorithms • Data Mining
Pass in Class XII • Database Management System • Computer Graphics
Year-II

or equivalent with • Operating Systems • Principles of Management

aggregate 45% (any • Probability & Statistics • Web Technologies
discipline) Class XII • Data Structures and Algorithms Lab • Programming with Java Lab
students awaiting final • Operating Systems Lab • Data Mining Lab
examination results are • Database Management System Lab • Computer Graphics Lab
• Web Technologies Lab
also eligible to apply.
Semester-V Semester-VI
Program Structure: • Design and Analysis of Algorithm • Management Information System
The B.C.A. Program • Network Security • .NET and C# Programming
is covered in six • Presentation & Seminar • .NET and C# Programming Lab
Year-III

semesters spread over • Design and Analysis of Algorithm Lab • Project (Implementation and Viva)
• Electives-I • Electives-III
3 years. Students are • Electives-II • Electives-IV
also encouraged to do • Unix Shell Programming • Electives-V
project work during • Unix Shell Programming
sixth semester • Software Testing and Project Management
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)

The M.Sc Programs

The M.Sc. program is structured to enable the students to improve their intellectual and laboratory skills. The
program emphasizes the development of industrial applications and to pursue academic research.

Duration: Two years (Four semesters) also required to undergo a Dissertation / Project in the
second year.
Eligibility: For graduates who wish to specialize in a particular
 M.Sc. Chemistry: Pass in B.Sc. Med/Non-Med, with a area of science, the University offers a Master’s of
minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Science program in four subjects with specialization in
 M.Sc. Physics: Pass in B.Sc. (Non-Med), with a respective fields.
minimum of 50% aggregate marks.  M.Sc. in Chemistry with specialization in Organic /
 M.Sc. Mathematics: Pass in B.Sc. (Non-Med), B.A Inorganic or Physical Chemistry
with mathematics, with a minimum of 50% aggregate  M.Sc. in Physics with specialization in Laser Physics
marks. or Semiconductor Electronics.
 M.Sc. Botany: Pass in B.Sc. Med with Botany/Zoology/  M.Sc. in Mathematics with specialization in Special
Chemistry with 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. Functions or Fluid Dynamics.
Program Structure: The M.Sc. program covered in  M.Sc. in Botany with specialization in Plant Physiology
four semesters spread over two years. Students are or Plant Biochemistry or Stress Physiology
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M.Sc Chemistry Program Structure
Semester-I Semester-II
• Inorganic Chemistry & Group Theory • Metal Ligand Bonding & Magneto chemistry
• Organic Reaction Mechanism and Stereochemistry • Organic Reactions & Reagents
• Molecular Spectroscopy • Thermodynamics
Year-I

• Mathematics for Chemists and Applications of Computer in Chemistry • Chemistry of Life & Environmental Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry Practical –I • Inorganic Chemistry Practical –II
• Organic Chemistry Practical –I • Organic Chemistry Practical –II
• Physical Chemistry Practical –I • Physical Chemistry Practical –II
• Computer Lab Practical-I
Semester-III Semester-IV
• Analytical & Nuclear Chemistry • Organic Chemistry: •Natural Products •Synthetic Strategy • Polymer
• Organic Spectroscopy Chemistry •Project & Dissertation • Major project presentation
• Statistical Thermodynamics and Basic Quantum Chemistry
• Specialization (Opt. anyone) •Inorganic Chemistry Special Theory • Inorganic Chemistry: • Advanced Organometallics • Inorganic
Year-II

• Organic Chemistry Special Theory • Physical Chemistry Special Spectroscopy

Theory Theory • Bio-Inorganic Chemistry • Project & Dissertation • Major project
• Chemistry Lab (Opt. any one) •Inorganic Lab • Organic Lab presentation
• Physical Lab • Physical Chemistry: • Advanced Quantum Chemistry •Solid State
• Project (Inorganic/Organic/Physical) Chemistry • Bio Physical Chemistry
• Project Seminar • Project & Dissertation • Major project presentation

M.Sc Physics Program Structure M.Sc. (Mathematics) Program Structure

Semester-I Semester-II Semester-I Semester-II
• Mathematical Physics • Quantum Mechanics -II • Real Analysis-I • Real Analysis-II
Year-I

• Classical Mechanics • Statistical Mechanics • Advanced Algebra-I • Advanced Algebra-II

Year-I

• Quantum Mechanics -1 • Computational Physics • Ordinary Differential Equations • Partial Differential Equations
• Electromagnetic Theory • Atomic & Molecular Physics • Fluid Dynamics • Classical Mechanics
• Soft Skills • Photonics • Soft Skill • Solid Mechanics
• Physics Laboratory-1 • Physics Laboratory-II
Semester-III Semester-IV
Semester-III Semester-IV
• Complex Analysis • Operations Research
• Condensed Matter Physics • Nano Science/Nonlinear Dynamics • Topology • Magneto Fluid Dynamics
• Nuclear & Particle Physics (Electives) • Mathematical Statistics • Advanced Discrete Mathematics
Year-II

• Laser & fiber optics • Space Physics/Quantum Field • Analytic Number Theory • Functional Analysis
• Electronics Theory (Elective)
Year-II

• Differential Geometry • Major Project (Dissertations)

• Physics Laboratory-III • Advanced Condensed Matter • Discipline Elective Courses
• Minor Project Physics/Semiconductor Electronics (Choose any one): • Theory of
(Elective) Elasticity • Advanced Operations
• Electronics & Experimental Physics/ Research
Laser Physics (Elective)
• Major Project

M.Sc. (Botany) Program Structure

Semester-I Semester-II
• Biology and Diversity of Fungi and Plant Pathology • Biology and Diversity of Pteridophytes and Gymnosperms
• Biology and Diversity of algae, Bryophytes and Lichens • Reproductive and developmental biology of angiosperms
• Water relationship, Growth and Development • Metabolic integration
Year-I

• Plant Biochemist ry and Metabolism • Genetics, Plant Breeding and Evolution

• Biostatistical methods • Fundamentals of computer
• Seminar/ Assignments • Seminar/Assignments
• Botany Lab IA • Botany Lab IIA
• Botany Lab IB • Botany Lab IIB
Semester-III Semester-IV
• Angiosperm Morphology and Txonomy • Advanced Cell Biology
• Ecology • Molecular Genetics
• Cytology and Molecular Biology of Plants • Specialisation: A.Stress Physiology
Year-II

• Plant Tissue Culture and Genetic Engineering • Specialisation: Advanced Plant Biochemistry
• Project Work • Project Work
• Seminar • Seminar
• Botany Lab IIIA • Botany Lab IVA
• Botany Lab IIIB • Botany Lab IVB

The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)

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Faculty of Law

Faculty of Law is a constituent of the ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh and is established with an objective of
developing a new generation of legal professionals through comprehensive and contemporary body of knowledge
integrating law with Management / Humanities and through rigorous education and research programs. Faculty of
Law at present offers 5 year integrated BA-LL.B. (Hons.), BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) and LL.B. (3 Year) programs. Faculty of
Law facilitates its students to explore their intellectual potential and encourages their professional development
through a fine blend of career-oriented courses and compulsory internships with Eminent Lawyers, Law Firms,
MNCs, PSUs, NGOs, International Organizations, etc. The courses are thus designed to impart legal knowledge
and skills, both theoretical and practical to the students to make them leaders in their professional life
Programs Offered at FOL
 5 Year Integrated Bachelors of Arts with Bachelors of Law [BA-LL.B (Honours)]
 5 Year Integrated Bachelor of Business Administration with Bachelor of Law [BBA-LL.B. (Honours)]
 3 Year Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)
Strengths of FOL
 Enthusiastic and committed faculties
 Innovative Teaching Pedagogy & Resourceful Library
 Court Visits
 Job Oriented Courses
 Mentoring Process
 Legal Aid and Awareness Cell
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The BA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program

The BA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program is BA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program Structure
a 5-years campus-based program
Semester I Semester II
offered with a view to impart in-depth
• General English • English Communication
knowledge and broad understanding
• Micro Economics • Macro Economics

First Year
of the subject. The program focuses • Political Science – I • Political Science – II
on various areas of social science, • Introduction to Computers • Law & Society
liberal arts and law. The program • Constitutional Law - I • Constitutional Law - II
emphasizes to imbibe the students • General Principles of Contract • Special Contracts
with the necessary values required • Jurisprudence • Law of Torts and Consumer Protection
for professing themselves in the Legal Internship Program - I (6 weeks)
competitive world beyond the Semester III Semester IV
University. • Introduction to Psychology • Leadership and Entrepreneurship
Second Year

Duration: • Political Science-III • Political Science-IV

• Indian Economy • Money, Banking & Public Finance
Five years (Ten Semesters). • Sociology I • Sociology II
• Indian Penal Code -I • Indian Penal Code- II
Eligibility: • Family Law-I • Family Law-II
Pass with 45% and above aggregate • Environment law • Interpretation of Statues
marks in Class XII or equivalent in Legal Internship Program - II (6 weeks)
any discipline. Semester V Semester VI
• History – I • History – II (Legal & Constitutional
For reserved category students • Intellectual Property Law History)
Third Year

(SC/ST):-Pass with 40% and above • Code of Criminal Procedure - I • Administrative Law
aggregate marks in Class XII or • Public International Law • Code of Criminal Procedure - II
• Labour & Industrial Law-I • Women and Child Laws
equivalent in any discipline.
• Cyber Laws • Labour & Industrial Law-II
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (Clinical • Law of Trust & Equity
Candidates shall not be more than 21 Course – I) • Professional Ethics (Clinical Course – II)
Years in case of General Category, 23 Legal Internship Program - III (6 weeks)
Years in case of SC/ST, on the date
Semester VII Semester VIII
of admission.
• Code of Civil Procedure-I • Code of Civil Procedure-II
Program Structure: • Property Law • Law of Evidence
Fourth Year

• Company Law – I • Company Law II

The curriculum is contemporary and • Drafting, Pleading and Conveyance • Moot Court (Clinical Course – IV)
innovatively designed and developed (Clinical Course–III) • Elective – II
in association with academicians and • Elective – I • Honours Paper – III
professional experts, and as per the • Honours Paper – I • Honours Paper – IV
guidelines of Bar Council of India. • Honours Paper – II
The program is divided into ten Legal Internship Program - IV (6 weeks)
semesters spread over five years. Semester IX Semester X
There are legal internships after • Law of Taxation • Mediation
every year. The program consists of • Banking and Insurance Laws • Land Laws
Fifth Year

70 courses covered in ten semesters • Human Rights Law • Law of Medicine and Mental Health
spread over five years. • Elective – III • Elective – V
• Elective – IV • Elective – VI
• Honours Paper – V • Honours Paper – VII
From the 5th semester, students are • Honours Paper – VI • Honours Paper – VIII
exposed to various elective courses. Legal Internship Program - V (6 weeks)
From their 7th semester, students are
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
exposed to honors’ courses, in their
respective field of specialization.
The actual offering of electives will
however, depend on an optimal
number of students opting for the
same elective, which is decided from
time to time.
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The BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program

The BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program is BBA-LL.B. (Hons.) Program Structure
a 5-years campus-based program Semester I Semester II
offered with a view to impart • General English • English Communication
in-depth knowledge and broad • Micro Economics • Macro Economics

First Year
understanding of the subject. The • Business Statistics • Principles of Management
program focuses on various areas of • Introduction to Computers • Human Resource Management
• Constitutional Law I • Constitutional Law II
management and law. The program
• General Principles of Contract • Special Contracts
emphasizes to imbibe the students • Fundamentals Jurisprudence • Law of Torts and Consumer Protection
with the necessary values required Legal Internship Program - I (6 weeks)
for professing themselves in the Semester III Semester IV
competitive corporate world beyond
• Introduction to Psychology • Entrepreneurship
the University.
Second Year

• Financial Accounting • Principles of Marketing

Duration: • Business Environment • Business Ethics & Values
• Organizational Behavior • Financial Management
Five years (Ten Semesters). • Indian Penal Code -I • Indian Penal Code- II
• Family Law-I • Family Law-II
Eligibility: • Environment Law • Interpretation of Statues
Pass with 45% and above aggregate Legal Internship Program - II (6 weeks)
marks in Class XII or equivalent in Semester V Semester VI
any discipline. • Business Strategy • International Business
• Intellectual Property Law • Administrative law
Third Year

For reserved category students • Code of Criminal Procedure - I • Code of Criminal Procedure - II
(SC/ST):-Pass with 40% and above • Public International Law • Women and Child Laws
• Labour Law-I • Labour Law-II
aggregate marks in Class XII or
• Cyber Laws • Law of Trust & Equity
equivalent in any discipline. • Alternative Dispute Resolution • Professional Ethics (Clinical Course – II)
• (Clinical Course – I)
Candidates shall not be more than 21 Legal Internship Program - III (6 weeks)
Years in case of General Category, 23 Semester VII Semester VIII
Years in case of SC/ST, on the date • Code of Civil Procedure-I • Code of Civil Procedure-II
of admission. • Property Law • Law of Evidence
Fourth Year

• Company Law – I • Company Law II

Program Structure:
• Drafting, Pleading and Conveyance • Moot Court (Clinical Course – IV)
The curriculum is mostly (Clinical Course–III) • Elective – II
contemporary and innovatively • Elective – I • Honours Paper – III
designed and developed in • Honours Paper – I • Honours Paper – IV
association with academicians and • Honours Paper – II
professional experts, and as per the Legal Internship Program - IV (6 weeks)
guidelines of Bar Council of India. Semester IX Semester X
The program is divided into ten • Law of Taxation • Mediation
semesters spread over five years. • Banking and Insurance Laws • Land Laws
Fifth Year

• Human Rights Law • Law of Medicine and Mental Health

There are legal internships after
• Elective – III • Elective – V
every year. The program consists of • Elective – IV • Elective – VI
70 courses covered in ten semesters • Honours Paper – V • Honours Paper – VII
spread over five years. • Honours Paper – VI • Honours Paper – VIII
Legal Internship Program - V (6 weeks)
From the 5th semester, students
are exposed to various elective The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
courses. From their 7th semester,
students are exposed to honors’
courses, in their respective field of
specialization. The actual offering
of electives will however, depend
on an optimal number of students
opting for the same elective, which
is decided from time to time.
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List of Elective Courses (Common to BA-LLB & BBA-LLB Programs)
Elective – I (Constitutional Law) Elective – III (International Law) Elective – V (Business Law)
• Media Law • Citizenship and Emigration Law • Takeovers & Mergers
• Law, Poverty and Developments • Private International Law • Law of Tenders
Elective – II (Crime & Criminology) Elective – IV (International Trade Law) Elective – VI (Law & Agriculture)
• Criminology & Penology • International Commercial Arbitration • Law on Agricultural Finance
• Prison Administration • International Trade Law • Farmers and Breeders Rights

List of Honors Courses (Common to BA-LLB & BBA-LLB Programs)

Criminal Law Group • Law of Local Self Government • International Environmental Law
• Criminology and Criminal Justice • Legislative Drafting • International Labour Organisations and
Administration • Indian Federalism Labour Law
• Penology and Victimology • Comparative Constitutional Law • International Criminal Law and
• Corporate and White-Collar Crimes Business Law Group International Criminal Court
• Women and Criminal Law • Corporate Governance • International Human Rights Law
• International Criminal Law and • Corporate and White-Collar • Maritime Law
International Criminal Court • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code • Air and Space Law
• Comparative Criminal Procedure • Energy Laws Intellectual Property Rights Law
• Offences Against Children and Juvenile • Law of Infrastructure Development • Law of Copyright
Offences • Investment Law • Law of Patents
• Criminal Psychology • Competition Law • Law of Trademarks, Designs and GI
Constitutional Law Group • Advanced Contracts- Evolving • IPR Valuation and Management
• Service Law Jurisprudence in Contracts Law • IPR Protection and Technology
• Election Law International Law Group • IPR & Pharma Industry
• Affirmative Action & Discriminative • Law of International Organisations • Biotechnology and Patent Law
Justice • Law of Armed Conflicts • Intellectual Property & Bio Ethics
• Gender Justice & Feminist Jurisprudence
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The LL.B. Program

The LL.B. Program is a 3-years LL.B. Program Course Structure
campus-based program offered Semester-I Semester-II
with a view to impart in-depth • General Principles of of Contracts • Special Contracts
knowledge and broad understanding • Constitutional Law – I • Constitutional Law – II

First Year
of the subject. The program focuses • Indian Penal Code • Labour Laws
on various areas of management • Family Law-I • Family Law-II
and law. • Cyber Law • Law of Torts and Consumer Protection
• Elective – I • Elective – II
Duration: Legal Internship (6 weeks)
Three years (six Semesters). Semester-III Semester-IV
• Code of Criminal • Code of Civil Procedure & Limitation Act
Eligibility: • Procedure • Administrative Law
Pass with 45% and above aggregate • Fundamentals of Jurisprudence • Women and Child Laws
Second Year

marks in Graduation or equivalent in • Intellectual Property Law • Law of Evidence

any discipline. For reserved category • Human Rights Law • Professional Ethics (Clinical Course – II)
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (Clinical • Elective – IV
students (SC/ST):-Pass with 40% and
Course – I)
above aggregate marks in Class XII • Elective – III
or equivalent in any discipline. Legal Internship (6 weeks)
Program Structure: Semester-V Semester-VI
• Environment Law • Interpretation of Statues
The curriculum is most contemporary
• Banking and Insurance Laws • Law of Taxation
and innovatively designed and • Property Law • Public International Law
Third Year

developed in association with • Company Law • Land Laws

academicians and professional • Drafting, Pleading and • Moot Court (Clinical Course – IV)
experts, and as per the guidelines • Conveyance (Clinical Course – III) • Elective – VI
of Bar Council of India. The program • Elective – V
is organized into six semesters spread Legal Internship (6 weeks)
over three years. There are legal
The program structure is tentative, subject to change (if required)
internships after every year. The
program consists of 36 courses List of Elective Courses
covered in six semesters spread
over three years. In every semester, Elective – I (Constitutional Law) Elective – IV (International Trade Law)
students are exposed to elective • Media Law • International Commercial Arbitration
courses. The actual offering of • Law, Poverty and Development • International Trade Law
electives will however, depend on Elective – II (Crime & Criminology) Elective – V (Business Law)
an optimal number of students • Criminology & Penology • Takeovers & Mergers
opting for the same elective, which • Prison Administration • Law of Tenders
is decided from time to time. Elective – III (International Law) • Elective – VI (Law & Agriculture)
• Citizenship and Immigration Laws • Law on Agricultural Finance
• Private International Law • Farmers and Breeders Rights
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Beyond Academics
Legal Aid and Awareness Cell the nation and participate in the of legal professionalism. The intent
(LAAC): same to enhance their literary and of the society, as envisaged in the
The most important objective of debating skills. Preamble of its Constitution, is to
the Faculty of Law, ICFAI University, foster the interest of law students
Himachal Pradesh is the promotion Moot Court Committee (MCC): by encouraging and assisting them in
of legal awareness to inculcate in A moot court is an extracurricular developing, inter alia, legal acumen,
its students the sense of social activity at Faculty of Law, in which research and advocacy skills.
responsibility which will lead to the students take part in simulated
realization of goals embodied under court proceedings, to hone up their Placement & Internship Cell
the Constitution of India. The Legal advocacy skills, which usually involves (PIC):
Aid and Awareness Cell of Faculty of drafting memorials or memoranda The Placement and Internship Cell
Law is not only serves the society, and participating in oral arguments. of Faculty of Law works with its
but also provides students with The Faculty of Law offers Moot Court student members to provide quality
innumerable opportunities to hone training to its students wherein they internship to its students. Internships
their skills in law, informs them of are trained about the professional are the backbone of legal education
the challenges in the profession etiquettes that they are supposed to system as it attempts to bridge
and gives them opportunity to serve adhere to in the court and also the the gap between the professional
people who are in most dire need of skills required to be a class above world and the academic institutions.
their knowledge and skills and above the others in the competitive world. Students are encouraged to take
all it bridges the gap between theory The students are encouraged to up assignments which are multi –
and practice, so as to put forth the participate in various competitions disciplinary, goal – oriented, time
concept of “Clinical Legal Education”. in reputed law schools across the bound and involve team work. All
country as well. These skills help students undertake this program
Debating Society (DEBSOC): them to get acquainted with the legal during their summer holidays with
A lawyer is known by his power of paraphernalia that they would be the help of the Cell coordinating
arguing, debating and advocacy skills. embracing as soon as they are away with the student to get an internship
The Debating Society of Faculty of from the coveted shelter of their Law in the area of their interest at law
Law, helps the students to identify School. The activities stimulate them firms, corporates, NGOs, High Courts,
their skills of debating and learn the to have a threshold knowledge of Commissions and the Supreme
correct way to oppose their clients. the contemporary system prevailing Court. The committee also caters to
The society encourages the students in the courts and makes them placements once the students are
to organize competitions within the understand the importance of court in their final years and works with
University and also helps them to room management. The Committee the Central Placement Department
identify the leading competitions is governed by its Constitution to ensure placement assistance to
in the various universities across specially drafted with the intent to the students.
ensure the environment and attitude
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Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Knowledge and skills play a crucial role in finding The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences has modern
the solutions to various challenges associated with classrooms and Laboratories which are equipped with all
the management of diseases. the required instruments, Glassware and Chemicals.

The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences forms a key The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences has its own library
component of the ICFAI University Baddi, Solan, which has about 2500 books in it. Latest editions of Indian
Himachal Pradesh. The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Pharmacopoeia, British Pharmacopoeia and United States
Sciences is affiliated with the Pharmacy Council of Pharmacopoeia are available which helps students to remain
India. updated about the current trends of the Pharmaceutical
World.
The Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences is dedicated
to quality education, innovative research, and Programs Offered at Faculty of Pharmaceutical
professional service. Our goal is to produce scientific Sciences
evidence to improve medication use and health  Bachelors of Pharmacy (B.Pharmacy)
outcomes for all.  M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
 Ph.D. Pharmaceutical Sciences
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences is composed of
dynamic and experienced faculty members who Strength of Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
are actively engaged in knowledge creation and  Well Qualified and Experienced staff.
dissemination at the frontiers of the Pharmaceutical  Separate Library for Pharmacy Students
Sciences. The faculty members have expertise in the  Highly Equipped Laboratories
fields of research encompassing Nanotechnology,  Excellent Placement support
Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Computer Aided  Designed Curriculum strongly focused on innovations,
Drug Design, Formulation and Development,  Creativity, and Research
Chemistry of Natural Products etc. We aim to provide  Innovative Learning Environment
experiential learning opportunities that contribute
 Practical Learning experience for students through
to a rigorous curriculum and prepare students for
Industrial Visits
today’s dynamic world.
 Problem Based learning and active learning approach.
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Bachelor of Semester-I
Program Course Structure
Semester-II

Pharmacy • Human Anatomy and Physiology I–

Theory
• Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Theory
• Human Anatomy and Physiology II –
Theory
• Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I –

Program
• Pharmaceutics I – Theory Theory
• Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – • Biochemistry – Theory
Theory • Pathophysiology – Theory
• Communication skills – Theory • Computer Applications in Pharmacy –

First Year
• Remedial Biology Theory
Bachelor of Pharmacy is a Four- • Remedial Mathematics – Theory • Environmental sciences – Theory
Year Undergraduate Course. • Human Anatomy and Physiology – • Human Anatomy and Physiology II –
B.Pharmacy course curriculum is a Practical Practical
blend of different disciplines like • Pharmaceutical Analysis I – Practical • Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I–
• Pharmaceutics I – Practical Practical
Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical • Pharmaceutical Inorganic Chemistry – • Biochemistry – Practical
Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Practical • Computer Applications in Pharmacy –
Pharmacology, and Pharmacognosy. • Communication skills – Practical Practical
Studying the curriculum student • Remedial Biology – Practical
Module I*: 1. Conference (Desirable) 2. Industrial Training (Desirable)
learn the methods of preparation
Semester-III Semester-IV
of Drugs and Medical Formulations
• Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – • Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry III–
along with drug analysis, Natural and Theory Theory
synthetic source of Drugs along with • Physical Pharmaceutics I – Theory • Medicinal Chemistry I – Theory
extraction methods and Mechanism • Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Theory • Physical Pharmaceutics II – Theory
Second Year

of Actions of all Drugs. The course • Pharmaceutical Engineering – Theory • Pharmacology I – Theory
• Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II – • Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I–
enables candidates to practice the Practical Theory
profession of a Pharmacist after • Physical Pharmaceutics I – Practical • Medicinal Chemistry I – Practical
graduation. • Pharmaceutical Microbiology – Practical • Physical Pharmaceutics II – Practical
• Pharmaceutical Engineering –Practical • Pharmacology I – Practical
• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry I –
The regulatory body for the program Practical
is Pharmacy Council of India (PCI), Module II*: 1. Conference (Desirable) 2. Industrial Training (Desirable)
which is responsible for laying down Semester-V Semester-VI
all norms and regulations for the B. • Medicinal Chemistry II – Theory • Medicinal Chemistry III – Theory
Pharmacy course. • Industrial Pharmacy I– Theory • Pharmacology III – Theory
• Pharmacology II – Theory • Herbal Drug Technology – Theory
• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II– • Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
Duration: 4 years (8 semesters); 3 Theory – Theory
years (Six semester) for lateral entry • Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence – Theory • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology – Theory
students • Industrial Pharmacy I – Practical • Quality Assurance –Theory
• Pharmacology II – Practical • Medicinal chemistry III – Practical
• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry II – • Pharmacology III – Practical
Eligibility: Candidate shall have Practical • Herbal Drug Technology – Practical
passed 10+2 examination with Module III*: 1. Conference (Compulsory) 2. Industrial Training (Compulsory)
aggregate 50% and above marks, Semester-VII Semester-VIII
conducted by the respective state/ • Instrumental Methods of Analysis – • Biostatistics and Research Methodology
central government authorities Theory • Social and Preventive Pharmacy
• Industrial Pharmacy II – Theory • Pharma Marketing Management
recognized as equivalent to 10+2
Third Year

• Pharmacy Practice – Theory • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Science

examination by the Association • Novel Drug Delivery System – Theory • Pharmacovigilance
of Indian Universities (AIU) with • Instrumental Methods of Analysis – • Quality Control and Standardization of
English as one of the subjects and Practical Herbals
• Practice School • Computer Aided Drug Design
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics • Cell and Molecular Biology
(PCM) and or Biology (PCB / PCMB) • Cosmetic Science
as optional subjects individually. • Experimental Pharmacology
Any other qualification approved • Advanced Instrumentation Techniques
• Dietary Supplements and Nutraceuticals
by the Pharmacy Council of India • Project Work
as equivalent to any of the above • * Module I, II, III & IV will be Evaluated in VIIth Semester under Practice School (BP706PS). Each
examinations. Module has two components 1. Conference/Seminar & 2. Industrial training. Students have to
submit a report for each module in the format provided by the University, and a copy of the
B.Pharm (Lateral Entry) (to Third certificate (for the participation & completion of Conference/Industrial Training) enclosed within
Semester): the Report.
• # Course code from BP803ET to BP812ET are Elective Subjects, Students have to select only 2 out
A pass in D.Pharm. course from an of these subjects.
institution approved by the Pharmacy
Note: The Program Structure is tentative, subject to change
Council of India under section 12 of
the Pharmacy Act.
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The M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry Program

M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry Entry Specialist, Patent Analyst, Pharmaceutical Patent Analyst, etc.
is a 2 year Postgraduate Course in
Pharmaceutical Chemistry which Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
includes the study of drugs and
drug development. The discipline Eligibility: For Admission in M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Candidates
includes concepts and processes of shall have B.Sc. (Medical/Non-Medical) with an aggregate of 50% from a
drug discovery, delivery, absorption, College or University recognized by the UGC with Chemistry as one of the
metabolism etc. Pharmaceutical compulsory subject.
Chemistry also involves
elements of Biomedical Analysis, Eligibility for B.Pharmacy Graduates: B.Pharmacy candidates shall have a
Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, pass from the PCI approved College or University with an aggregate of 50%.
and Pharmacodynamics.
Course Structure for M.Sc. Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Chemistry-related Semester-I Semester-II
work is usually based on lab settings. • Organic Chemistry-I • Medicinal Chemistry-I
The course components include • Quantitative Analytical Methods • Advanced Analytical Techniques -I
an advanced study of Drug-based • Basic Pharmacology • Chemistry of Natural Products
First Year

• Basic Computers • Pharmaceutics

cures and remedies for disease,
• Soft Skills • Soft Skills
Analytical techniques, Pharmacology • Organic Chemistry-I Practical • Chemistry of Natural Products Practical
and Metabolism, Quality Assurance • Quantitative Analytical Methods • Advanced Analytical Techniques -I
and Drug Chemistry, Development of Practical Practical
life-saving remedies, Enhancement Semester-III Semester-IV
of the speed of delivery of new • Fundamentals of QA & QC • Industrial Training/Project Work in the
medications. • Advanced Analytical Techniques -II Institute
Second Year

• Drug Delivery System & • Max. Marks: 400 (Thesis: 200 and Viva-
Such postgraduates can work in the Biopharmaceutics voce and Presentation: 200)
various capacities like Scientists, • Advanced Analytical Techniques -II
Professors, Researchers, Research Practical
• Seminar
Executives, Quality Control & Quality
• Minor Project
Assurance Analyst, Scientific Data
Note: The Program Structure is tentative, subject to change
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Ph.D. Programs (Full-time / Part-time)

Science, Technology, Management & Pharmaceutical Sciences
The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh is committed to provide an outstanding environment for excellence in
Research and Development. The Ph.D. Program of the University is a three Year (Regular) and four year (Part-
time) program that emphasizes on development of the student’s capacity to conduct original research. The
program encourages the student to work independently and also to be able to identify, analyze and solve basic
and applied research problems effectively and creatively.
Eligibility:
The minimum qualifications for admissions to Ph.D. program shall be a Master’s Degree with 55% marks or
equivalent grade/CGPA or equivalent qualification recognized by the University. A relaxation of 5 percent may
be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently abled candidates. The University
shall admit applicants to Ph.D. degree program through Entrance Test conducted by the University. Applicants
who have qualified UGC- NET/SLET/GATE/GPAT candidate in the relevant discipline shall be exempted from the
Entrance Test.
Program Structure:
The program is organized in four stages, viz., Course Work, Course work Examination, DRC (Departmental Research
Committee), RAC (Research Advisory Committee), for Approval of Synopsis that includes Topic of Research and
Research work, publishing of papers, RAC (Pre Ph.D. Submission) and Thesis Submission.
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Examinations at IU HP
The performance of a student the course prescribed of the all Code of Conduct for Students
in a semester shall be evaluated semesters. In case a student fails to  All Students remain punctual
through continuous class assessment obtain passing marks in any subject to their classes and attend their
and End semester examination. at any stage, he/she may improve classes regularly.
The continuous assessment shall the percentage by reappearing in the  75 % attendance is mandatory to
be based on two class tests, two subject(s) of his/her choice. become eligible to appear in the
assignments, two mid semester End-Semester Examination.
tests and attendance. The marks Conduct of Examinations
 It should be compulsory for all
for continuous assessment shall be  The schedule of examination/ the students of the Institution to
awarded at the end of the semester. date sheet etc. shall be displayed attend all the functions / activities
The End Semester Examination on the Notice Board, as soon as it organized in the University.
comprises of written papers, is received by the COE.
 Smoking / drinking is strictly
practical and viva-voce, inspection  The medium of instruction and prohibited. Defaulter will be
of certified course work in classes examination shall be English. severely dealt with up to the
and laboratories, project work,  It will be the responsibility of the expulsion from the University.
design reports or by mean of any candidate to collect all information  Strict discipline is to be
combination of these methods. regarding examination schedule, maintained by the Student inside
roll number slip and result etc. / outside the University.
The distribution of marks for sessional, from the University office.
 All Students will use gentle &
end semester theory papers,  Students will collect the University refined language in the campus.
practical and other examination, Roll Number slips at least one day
seminar, project, industrial training  Carrying / use of cell phone in
before the commencement of
and general proficiency shall be as classrooms, labs and workshops
the examination.
prescribed. are strictly prohibited. Cell phone
 No candidate will allow appearing of defaulters will be confiscated.
in the University examination
The marks obtained in a subject  Students should attend the
without the Roll Number Slip.
shall consist of marks allotted University in proper uniform.
 Programmable calculators,
in end semester theory paper,  No Student will leave the campus
mobile phones and any electronic
practical examination and sessional before the University hours.
gadget is strictly prohibited in the
work. examinations..  No Student will bring any
Outsider with him in the Campus.
To become eligible for the award of Teaching Schedule  In Case of illness proper medical
degree for undergraduate course, The academic year is divided into Certificate from Govt. approved
a student must obtain a minimum two semesters. Odd Semester runs hospital is required.
of 4.5 CGPA and for postgraduate from July to December and Even  Copying in the Examination &
course, it is required to obtain Semester runs from January to June Test is an offence & defaulters
5.0 CGPA of the total marks of all every year. will be punished..
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Ban on Ragging As per the instructions of UGC/  Hostellers must adhere strictly
The Anti-ragging squad shall work Supreme Court of India, each of the to the meal timing. (Breakfast,
in coordination with the Anti- students of the institute and his/ her Lunch, Dinner/Supper)
ragging committee and oversee parents and, guardian are hereby  The entire student residing in
the implementation of the required to submit an affidavit at the hostel is responsible for their
recommendations the time of registration/ admission, personal belongings.
in the prescribed format as attached  Writing on the wall, putting
Punishments to this order, which is mandatory for posters on the hostel walls is
Depending upon the nature and registration/ admission. strictly prohibited.
gravity of the offense as established  Students must ensure that all
Hostel Rules
by the Anti-Ragging Committee of the the taps are closed and lights are
University, the possible punishments  All rights of admission to the
hostel of ICFAI University are switched off before leaving the
for those found guilty of ragging at room.
the college level shall be anyone or reserved with the Dean of
Student welfare. No students can  Only those visitors are allowed to
any combination of the following: see their wards whose names are
claim admission as a right.
 Cancellation of admission. mentioned in the hostel form.
 Orders / Decisions notified from
 Suspension from attending  Students are advised not to
time to time, by the Warden will
classes. bring costly materials like gold
be binding on the boarders.
 Debarring from appearing in ornaments in their rooms. The
 Making noise and shouting is
any test /examination or other responsibility for the safety of
strictly prohibited.
evaluation processes. their belonging including mobile
 Visitors are not allowed to enter
 Withholding results. s e t s / l a p to p / d e s k to p /a u d i o
the student’s rooms; they can see
 Debarring from representing the their wards in the visitor’s room system will entirely be that of
college in any regional, national or at the reception. the student/ residents. The use
international meet, tournament, of a strong and reliable lock is
 Electrical appliances like heater, recommended.
youth festival, etc.
electric iron, TV, etc. are not
 Suspensions/expulsions from the allowed in the room. These items  As per the Supreme Court ruling,
hostel. should not have hostellers. If smoking in public places is a
 Rigorous imprisonment of three found, disciplinary action will be punishable offense. Smoking
years and / or a fine of up to taken as per university rules. is strictly prohibited in hostel
`50,000. including mess or canteen
 All the hostellers have to ensure areas. Defaulters will be fined
 Could be handed over to the the safety and cleanliness of the
police (Penalty: 2 years in prison ` 500 per offense
hostel premises.
as per Government rules).
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Education Methodology
The education methodology Soft Skills Lab: to provide proficiency in oral and
adopted by the University The Soft Skills Lab excels in imparting written skills.
encourages independent thinking soft skills that form a vital component
and helps the students develop Summer Internship:
of corporate needs. The exclusive
holistic perspectives, strong domain design and the right mix of teaching The summer internship enables the
knowledge, contemporary skill-sets, and training processes of Soft Skills Lab students to experience the rigors
and a positive attitude. The University help the students add a new dimension of the business environment and
has evolved a comprehensive student- to their personality. The innovative apply the concepts learned in the
centric learning approach consisting methodology to impart soft skills is the classroom to real-life situations in
of several stages, designed to add propelling force and the Soft Skills lab organizations.
significant value to the learners’ thrives on it. An activity-based learner-
understanding in an integrated Live Projects:
centered curriculum ensures that the
manner. student is well rounded to understand Students are encouraged to pursue
the subtleties of the corporate world. live projects to enhance their
Classroom Instruction: learning by applying theoretical
The core elements of methodology like
Students receive full-time classroom peer work, group work, stimulating concepts to industry situations.
instruction, which will help them learn group discussions, mock interviews, This is done under the guidance of
and consolidate their understanding skits, role plays, etc. instill confidence in experienced and well-versed faculty
of the subjects. the students to meet the challenges of members to ensure proper focus and
corporate work culture. implementation.
Courseware:
The University makes sure that Language Skills: Continuous Evaluation:
reference books and textbooks There is a facility for developing Student performance in each
designed for independent study are language skills in English wherein course will be assessed employing
available in the library. students who are weak in English continuous evaluation. Students will
will be taught the English language be evaluated based on assignments,
Assignments: seminars, projects, and tests.
The study package also includes self
evaluatory assignments that help
students to evaluate their academic
progress.
IT Lab:
Assignments related to computers
will require the students to spend
significant time in the lab. All
students will have access to a well-
equipped computer lab for their
practical work in IT courses.

Summer Internship Program

 To provide students a platform to work and develop
Summer Internship Program is faculty-supervised. The a network that will be useful to enhance career
Summer Internship Program equips the students with prospects.
practical application skills relevant to various situations. It Industry Interaction
is an attempt to bridge the gap between the professional
world and the academic institutions. It is a simulation The University consciously encourages industry
of the real work environment and enables students to interaction with a wide cross-section of professionals
experience the rigors of a professional organization. in the industry. Summer projects, industry interaction
Objectives: programs, seminars, etc. organized in association with
 To provide students with opportunities to apply the industry offer students an opportunity to exhibit
the concepts learned in the classroom to a real life their organizational and communication skills, analytical
situation. abilities, and awareness of contemporary issues to
 To sensitize students to the nuances of a workplace leading recruiters.
by assigning time-bound projects in a company.
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Training & Placement and Career Counseling

Training and Placement: The Training and Placement Ph.D. students can pursue their careers in academics and
wing at the University looks after the training and research.
placement activities on a continuing basis. Staffed by B.Tech students have abundant opportunities in the IT
senior professionals and placement executives, the team sector, manufacturing companies, corporates, and banks
initiates and maintains the University-Industry dialogue or can become an entrepreneur.
and manages the summer internship program and BBA students are absorbed in appropriate management
final placement activities. The team evaluates student levels in manufacturing, marketing services, BPOs, Import/
performance levels and ensures relevant preparation for Export organizations, HRM, IT, and Systems.
their corporate placements. Working both at the supply B.Com degree leads to opportunities for employment in
and demand sides of the placement, the team plays the banking, financial services and insurance industries, IT-
vital intermediary role of matching academic excellence enabled serviced and corporates. The degree holders are
and industry expectations and counseling the students also eligible for the pursuit of higher studies leading to
appropriately. M.Com, Chartered Accountancy, Financial Analysis, Cost
Activities of Training and Placements: Accountancy, or MBA.
 Campus Recruitment Programs Pharmacy: A Pharmacy professional can venture into:
 Project Semester for UG & Internship for PG students Research & Development / Academics: Hospital Pharmacist
 Summer Training Programs / Analysis & Testing: Production & Manufacturing/
Regulatory Bodies / Marketing Professionals.
 Industry Institute Interaction
TNP arranges campus interviews for placement of Placements: Utmost importance is given to placement-
final year students of all branches by inviting various related activities to ensure that all successful graduates
Public Sector and Private organization. A data base of receive suitable placements. In this context, the University
organizations is always with Training and Placements is uniquely placed to leverage on an industry-wide
which is continuously updated. network, developed over a period of time. A training and
All students of various Courses PG & UG disciplines are placement officer has been appointed to ensure purposeful
required to spend a full required month’s semester in placements and internship opportunities.
the industry completing an industrial project under the As a part of its placement efforts, placement teams
joint supervision of industry supervisors and Campus visit potential employers and consultants and apprise
faculty. This provides a system of education that formally them of the level of knowledge and practical application
integrates academic studies with related work experience. skills acquired by the graduates in their respective areas
More Industries provided Project slots/Training to our of specialization. The profiles of the students seeking
students, Training and Placements assists in arranging placement assistance are made available to prospective
project semester slots for various Courses of UG & PG. employers.
Training and Placements is closely involved in Industry/ Placement meets and personality development workshops
Institute Interaction Programs such as Faculty Exchange are organized as a part of the placement program. All the
Program, Mobility of Industrial Personnel Program and students are provided guidance in career planning as they
Joint Research Projects in collaboration with industries. progress to higher levels of the program.
The entire placement exercise is a joint effort between
Career Opportunities: Graduates will have opportunities
the University and the students. While the University
to work in public and private sector firms involved in both
provides guidance, support, and networking with potential
manufacturing and service functions or can become an
employers, the students have the responsibility to put in the
entrepreneur.
maximum possible efforts to obtain suitable placements.
The following organizations provide career opportunities
Placements depend upon not only the performance of
for fresh graduates.
the student at degree level but also on previous academic
Finance: National and Multi-National Banks; Credit Rating records. The University is committed to improve the
Agencies; Insurance Companies; Trading and Broking Firms placements of students commendably.
and Other Financial Service Firms etc. In addition, all students have the option of pursuing higher
Marketing: Sales and Marketing departments in both studies or teaching at appropriate levels.
national and multi-national firms; Advertisement Agencies;
Event Management Companies etc. A Joint Effort: The University believes that the entire
Human Resource Management: HR departments in placement exercise is a joint effort between the University
National and Multi-National Companies; Recruitment & and the students. While the University provides guidance,
Training Agencies; Counseling and Career Development support, and network with potential employers, the
firms etc. students have the responsibility to put in the maximum
possible efforts to obtain suitable placements.
Operations Management: Production, Distribution, and
Placements depend upon not only the performance of
Logistics departments in both manufacturing and service
the student at degree level but also on previous academic
organizations.
records.
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Academia-Industry Interface
drawn after thoughtful consideration exposure to the students about the
Placement Selection on the relevant subjects on which business environment. In professional
Improvement Program: such seminars/workshops are institutions, such educational trips
required to be organized on different are known as industrial visits. The
This program provides the students topics for all courses and the speakers students visit industries which are
with the insights for the better are chosen with due consideration relevant for their studies and gain
industry awareness and strong of their reputation. Such seminars/ practical experience about operation
technical and soft skills that are workshops are not confined to any & maintenance systems of different
required along with the in-depth particular department - all schools industries. Every industry is different
subject knowledge along with / institutes under the university since the raw materials as well as
importance of grooming, right conduct these programs for enhanced products are different. Even the
content with right format of resume learning. operating system is totally different.
and enthusiastic approach required Hence industrial visits need to be
to answer in interview, extempore Corporate Social Responsibility: arranged only in industries which are
as well as the group discussions. The society is a union of human related to the courses being pursued
beings living together as an entity by the students.
Webinars: meeting the norms and ethical
Webinar is a way of enriching our standards set by the society itself for At ICFAI University, educational trip
students with the latest updates its existence and development. The / industrial visit is an integral part
of the Industries and Technicalities. welfare activities of the society have of the academic calendar of every
The Students are bestowed with to be undertaken by the members institution. Students are periodically
knowledge about Industry needs, of the society who have binding sent on industrial visits under the
latest technical updates, Avenues responsibility to serve the society guidance of faculty members of
for Higher studies etc. At ICFAI in a manner that can result in well- concerned departments. While in
University, emphasis is given on not being of its members. the campus of an industrial set up,
only making student academically students are taken on a guided tour
brilliant, but true leaders and team In the corporate world and the by an executive of the company
players, thus preparing them for academic universe, the responsibility who explains different activities of
the real life corporate world. This of serving the society in various ways the organization and the operating
is done by inviting people from - adoption of villages, running an process.
industries and top institutions to NGO, running a trust for helping the
provide valuable information to our poor etc. - lies with the organizations/ Industry Interaction:
students. institutions. It is academicians The basic objective of education in
who have to play a major role in professional courses is to groom
We Invite Eminent personalities form of the society that attaches a lot the young students to perform
various Industries and Institutions to of importance to its role in social efficiently and effectively so that
lend valuable Information from their upliftment. they can be gainfully employed. With
Experiences to our students. employment of right candidates, the
Industrial Visits: industry can register growth and the
Seminar Presentations: The basic purpose of conducting GDP can clock a steady increase over
The ICFAI University is committed to educational trips is to provide an a period of time.
provide quality education to every
student pursuing his/her studies in
any of the institutions/schools under
the university. Quality education
needs wide coverage - much beyond
the teaching-learning process in
the classrooms where topics are
discussed as a part of the syllabi
designed through the process of
curriculum development.

Seminars / workshops are conducted

on regular basis to fill up the voids
in the education system. There is an
annual calendar for such seminars/
workshops wherein a schedule is
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We at ICFAI University, recognize Faculty at IU HP: competent enough for delivering
the importance of such interface Faculty members are at the core of high quality lectures in class rooms
and accordingly corporate meets high quality education. They play and demonstration in laboratories.
are organized where the corporate an important role in an educational
leaders are invited to the ICFAI institution by imparting right kind of Faculty Development Programs,
University. These leaders interact education to the students. Seminars, Workshops, etc. are also a
with the faculty members and part of the teaching-learning process.
update them about the demands of ICFAI University is well aware of the All faculty members are highly
the industry and advise the academic important role played by a teacher. competent, qualified, experienced
fraternity about the extent of Accordingly, it makes every effort to and devoted. They mentor the
improvements, specially in practical ensure that the teachers inducted students so that every educational
aspects, required to make the are of high caliber. Care is taken to and non-educational problem faced
students employable. Such corporate ensure that every department has a by every student is satisfactorily
meets are intended to deliberate set number of competent teachers. resolved. Every faculty member is
on effective use of strategies for In the recruitment process, the encouraged to write research papers
taking advantage of emerging global aspirants are subjected to a rigorous for publishing in various journals,
opportunities for the students of interview process conducted by magazines etc.
engineering, management and other eminent educationists who ensure
streams. that the teachers appointed are

Resources & Facilities

Internet Facility at Icfai  Individual access to internet in tasty food is prepared in hygienic
The nerve Centre of University is individual faculty chambers. environment providing wholesome
internet and IT Centre precisely  Wi-Fi enabled Campus. and balanced nutrition. Canteen is
works on vision based action. It is The University Cafeteria open in all working days from 08:00
future savvy so as to adapt itself for am to 10:00 pm.
future change. ICFAI have a well-established canteen
located within the campus where Hostels .......A Second Home
The Salient Features are tea, coffee, snacks, vegetarian food Choosing a University Hostel is also
 Internet is provided round the and other eatable items are available about choosing a new home. Our
clock through radio frequency at at subsidized rates .Quality and University ensure that students dwell
100 Mbps. in a healthy environment that helps
them to grow and learn without any
obstacle.

The ICFAI University, Himachal

Pradesh Campus has separate hostels
for boys and girls with all modern
facilities. Each room is furnished with
beds, chairs, study tables, curtains
and a storage space. Basic amenities
are provided and entertainment
facilities in the form of LCD TV with
DTH in the common area, Internet
facility, Uninterrupted power supply,
well equipped Gym, Indoor and
Outdoor Games facilities, common
room, medical facilities and first Aid
box along with a 24 hour ambulance
service adds to the level of comfort
that is guaranteed to each hosteller.
The water coolers with RO for
drinking water are installed in the
hostel and geysers are also available.
Apart from this, 24 hour security
guards posted at the hostel gate
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the prescribed reference books

and textbooks, providing students
an opportunity to gain significant
appreciation of Management and
IT subjects, going well beyond the
classroom-based program. Library is
augmented with books, periodicals,
journals, magazines and other
publications on a regular basis.
Sports & Recreational Facilities
The University provides recreational
facilities for indoor and outdoor
games like Table Tennis, Chess,
Carrom Board, Badminton,
Volleyball, Football and Cricket. The
ensure a secure abode for the students. The hostel mess serves fresh and University also encourages students
hygienic food. The concerned wardens and highly-experienced staffs look to participate in various co-curricular
after the University assets and ensure that the hostel remains responsive activities. Various clubs have been
all the time. formed in the University. Each
student has to compulsorily become
Mentoring System a member of at least one club. Club
ICFAI follows the Mentoring system. As a teacher plays an important role activities foster camaraderie and
in the academic, social, psychological well-being of the student. One class inculcate a spirit of teamwork.
of the student is handled by each faculty member. The faculty member
maintains class association with parents and university authorities regarding Transportation Facility
attendance, performance and growth of students. For students who wish to travel
from city areas, the transportation
Library Facilities facility will be arranged on payment
The University has a well-stocked library. Students have access to the basis. Details will be provided in the
finest collection of contemporary books and journals which supplement selection letter.
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Faculty Profiles
Faculty of Management Studies
Dr. Nisha Chanana, Ph.D, MBA, UGC-NET,
Head of the Department
Dr. Nisha Chanana has more than 15 Years of teaching experience with reputed Universities. Her current research
interests include Organizational Behaviour, Recent HR practices, Organizational Change and Development, Training
and Development, and Strategic HRM. She has published papers in National and International Journals, published/
presented papers in National Conferences and Seminars. Attended various Faculty Development Programmes and
Workshops. She has been invited to deliver her expertise and insights in various seminars and workshops. She has
organized various conferences, workshops, management development programmes and seminars.

Dr. Ravi Vashisht, PhD., MBA, B.Tech IT

Assistant Professor
“Dr. Vashisht is a HR whiz. and has a teaching/research and industrial experience of over 10 years in various
Universities and corporates in North India. His areas of specialization include Human Resource Management,
Organization Behaviour and Business Communication. He has publications in several national and international
journals which are listed in SCOPUS, ABDC, UGC CARE of repute to his credit like-Vision: The Journal of Business
Perspective, Prabhandan- Indian Journal of Management, International Journal of Business and Globalisation, Pacific
Business Review International etc. to name a few. He has also presented papers in International and National
Conferences and Participated in various FDP’s and Webinars to upgrade his skills and knowledge.

Dr. Bharat Bhushan, PhD, MBA, M Com, UGC-NET

Assistant Professor
Dr. Bharat Bhushan has over 15 years of teaching and industrial experience at prestigious universities and
institutions. He has served in a variety of roles and chaired a number of committees over the years. His current
research interests include Investment Behaviour, Stock Market Operations, and Recent Trends in Marketing and
Finance, among others. He has papers published in national and international journals, as well as papers presented
at national conferences and seminars. He has participated in a number of Faculty Development Programs and
Workshops. He has coordinated a number of conferences, workshops, management development programmes,
and seminars. He has taught Marketing Management, Sales and Distribution Management, Advertising, Financial
Services, Indian Financial System, and other courses.

Dr. Esha Bansal, Ph.D (Mgmt), MBA (Finance & IB), B.Sc (Non-Medical), UGC NET(Mgmt), DBF
Assistant Professor
Dr. Esha Bansal has a vast academic and administrative experience of 15 years in various academic institutions. She
is also experienced as a teacher administrator. Over the years, she has served the University in diverse roles and
has headed several committees. She has been teaching courses like Operation Research, Strategic Management,
Security Analysis and Investment Management, Financial Services, Insurance Management, Operations Management.
She has publications in reputed national and international journals, attended FDPs/workshops to her credit and has
presented papers in conferences and seminars too. She is outcome-oriented and positively motivates her students
to come up with innovative ideas for their enrichment.

Mrs. Chitra, Assistant Professor

Ms. Chitra has more than 15 years of work experience in both teaching and administration. Her Specialisation
is Human Resource Management and Commerce. She has been teaching various subjects i.e. Human Resource
Management, Training and Development, Industrial Relations and Labour Law, Compensation Management,
Banking and Insurance Management, Business Law and Business strategy. She has published 12 research papers and
3 book chapters. She had presented 11 research papers in national and international conferences and attended 10
FDP in reputed organisations.

Ms. Yuvika Singh, MBA(HR), B.Tech(ICE), UGC-NET, Pursuing Ph.D

Assistant Professor
Ms. Yuvika has about 12 years of work experience in both industry as well as academic areas and has been associated
with reputed B-Schools in Punjab and Haryana. She has published about 23 research papers in reputed journals
along with 3 chapters (one SCOPUS Indexed) in IGI Global Publication. She has presented 20 research papers in
national and international conferences and attended more than 30 workshops/FDP in reputed organizations. She
is actively engaged in organizing developmental programs such as industrial visits, guest lectures, business plan and
placement activities for the students along with the coordination for different committees.

Ms. Nisha, M.Com, UGC NET

Assistant Professor
Ms. Nisha has an academic experience of more than 6 years with reputed Colleges and Universities. She has
obtained her M.Com degree with distinction from Panjab University, Chandigarh. She has authored 3 books to
her credit and presented research papers in various national and international seminars. Her area of interests are
Financial Management Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Micro economics and security analysis. She
is a passionate educator who offers the required motivation and inculcates habits to make students independent.
42 Faculty Profiles
Mr. Shailesh Pandita, UGC-NET, MBA (Gold Medalist), BBA, Ph.D (Submitted)
Assistant Professor
Mr. Shailesh Pandita has submitted his Ph.D. thesis in the area of Marketing Management from Shri Mata Vaishno
Devi University Katra, J&K. He holds Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Jammu university and Master
of Business administration (MBA) in Marketing from SMVDU. He is a gold medalist in MBA and also the recipient
of various reputed awards such as “Infosys Foundation price for excellence in 2019”, “Certificate of Distinction for
excelling in Academics” etc. His current research interests are bibliographic analysis, sharing economy and marketing
management. He has published his research work in various International reputed journals indexed in ABDC, SSCI,
SCOPUS such as Tourism Review (Emerald), Children and Youth Services Review (Elsevier), International Journal
of Business & Economics (Feng Chia University, Taiwan) etc. and has also published a Teaching Case study with The
Case Centre, UK. He has also presented his research work in various reputed International conferences such as
North American Society for Marketing Education in India (NASMEI-2019) at IIM Indore, IRDCP-2022 etc. and also
participated in the various FDPs, Summer Schools and Workshops.

Ms. Anjali, Ph.D(Pursuing ),UGC NET(Commerce), M.Com, B.Com (Economics Hons.)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Anjali has an academic experience of 4 years with ICFAI University . She is also involved in various academic
activities and organizing the cultural events . She is pursuing Ph.D from ICFAI University, Baddi.She has been teaching
Income Tax, Managerial economics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics,Basics of Banking, Corporate Governance,
Principles of Management, Banking and Company Law, Financial Management. She has publications in reputed
journals, attended FDPs/workshops to her credit. She is results-driven and encourages her students to develop
creative ideas for their growth and personality development by conducting several events in the department.
her credit.

Mr. Gurpreet Singh, MBA (Finance), B.Com

Assistant Professor
Mr. Gurpreet Singh has an academic experience of more than 6 years with ICFAI University. He is pursuing Ph.D
from The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh. He has been teaching Credit Management, Financial Management,
Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Managerial Accounting.

Ms. Sakshi Jindal, M.Com, B.Com

Assistant Professor.
Ms. Sakshi Jindal has 4 years of academic experience with reputed ‘The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh’ and
3 years of teaching experience in her own institution as a best tutor in the region. Her area of interest financial
accounting, cost accounting,corporate accounting, economics, statistics, financial management. she is actively
involved in various events and activities in the university. she is coordinator of cultural events. she encourage her
student to learn more and create a good academic record. Her lectures are result oriented. she has attended
various workshops, FDPs,Seminars.

Mr. Kshitij Saklani, M.Com, UGC NET

Assistant Professor
Mr. Kshitij has an academic experience of 8 months with ICFAI University.He has been teaching subjects like Direct
Taxes,Indirect Taxes,Business Statistics,Indian Economy and Money banking and Financial Management. He has
given Guest Lecture on Financial Literacy and ITR filling at NYKS Nalagarh. He has Keen interest in Indian Stock
Markets and Derivatives Markets.”

Ms. Charul, UGC-NET, MBA(Finance), M.Com, B.Com, Pursuing Ph.D

Assistant Professor
Ms. Charul has an academic experience of more than 5 years with reputed Colleges and one year experience with
ICFAI University. She has involved in various academic activities and organised the cultural activities. She is pursuing
Ph.D from ICFAI University, Baddi. She has been taught Managerial Economics, Financial Management, Organisation
Management, Business Statistics and many more. She has attended FDPs, workshops and many seminars. She is a
passionate educator who offers the required motivation and inculcates habits to make students independent.

Ms. Preeti Dhiman, M.Com, B.Com, B.Ed

Assistant Professor
Ms. Preeti Dhiman has 8 years of work experience with ICFAI University. Her area of interests are Financial
Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Management and Insurance Management. She has attended various
seminars, FDPs, and workshops.She has organised various Management activities .
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Ms. Rubal, UGC-NET, M.Com, B.Com
Assistant Professor
Ms. Rubal Chauhan passed her Masters degree in commerce from Panjab University,Chandigarh. She has two years
of work experience. Her area of interests are Marketing Management , E-Business, Principles of Management
and Human values & professional ethics. She has attended National webinars on various aspects of Marketing and
Communication. She give the students an environment where they can analyse the concepts of the topics.She
is very keen to learn new things that enhance her knowledge results in giving students an excellent and updated
concepts of the topics.

Ms. Aditi Jindal, M.Com, B.Com

Assistant Professor
She is very enthusiastic and actively involved in the various departmental activities. Aditi is the alumni of Kurukshetra
University, Kurukshetra. She has completed her masters degree in Commerce. Her area of interests are cost
accounting, international finance, economics and insurance. She is very enthusiastic and actively involved in the
various departmental activities.

Ms. Manju Sharma, M.com , B.com , Pursuing MA (Economics)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Manju Sharma passed her masters degree in commerce with distinction from Kurukshetra University,
Kurukshetra. She is very optimistic. Her area of interests are financial management, accounting, business statistics
and economics and her vision and goals are very clear about her teaching profession.

Ms. Himanshi, M.Com, B.Com

Assistant Professor
Ms. Himanshi has 5 years of work experience. Her area of interests are Micro Economics, Banking Law, Business
Environment, and Financial Management. She has attended various seminars, FDPs, and workshops. She has
organised various Management activities .

Faculty of Science & Technology

Dr. Ram Krishan Bhardwaj, PhD, M.Sc
Head of the Department
Dr. Bhardwaj has academic and administrative experience of over 19 years. His area of interest is Semi-Conductor
Electronics. He is the Life Member of the Indian Association of Physics Teachers and has publications in various
national and international journals of repute. He has also presented papers in various national and international
conferences in India as well as abroad and has guided many M.Phil, Ph.D. scholars as well.

Dr. Pankaj, Ph.D, M.Phil .(Gold Medalist), M.Sc (Gold Medalist), B.Sc
Associate Professor
A renowned scholar in the field of Mathematics and has more than 17 years of experience. His area of interest are
Applied Mathematics, Polymer Science, Mechanics. He has over 125 research publications in SCIE/ESCI/SCOPUS
listed journals. He has guided many 22 M.Phil Scholars, 12 Ph.D. scholars, and has also completed a UGC Major
Project. and serving as Editor of various National/International Journals of repute.

Mr. Mahendra Kumar Soni, M.Tech, M.Sc ECE, B.Sc

Assistant Professor
Mr. Soni has around 11 years of experience in the field of academics and administration. His area of interest are
Micro Processor, Micro-Controller, Digital Logic Design, Digital Electronics, and Electrical Science.

Dr Sangeeta Bhogal, Ph.D, M.Phil, M.Sc.

Assistant Professor
Dr. Sangeeta Bhogal has 5 years of experience with reputed industries and educational institutions. Her areas of
interest are Inorganic chemistry, Nanomaterial, Photocatalysis. She worked at various capacities Lectures. Dr.
Sangeeta Bhogal is invited expert by Industry, Institutions and Universities. She published about 10 papers and
presented about 08 papers in reputed international conferences- organized by reputed business schools Also, she
successfully organized different conferences and FDPs.
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Dr Ankit Verma, Ph.D, M.Sc. (Chemistry)
Assistant Professor
Dr. Ankit Verma has more than 1.5 year of teaching experience. His current research interests include Hydrogel,
Hydrogel Nanocomposite, Ferrites and Water remediation by Adsorption as well as Photo-catalysis. He has
published 16 research papers and one book chapter in Scopus and SCI journals. He had presented research papers
in national and international conferences.

Ms.YogeshKumari, M.Sc. (Chemistry), B.Sc.(Non-Med)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Yogesh Kumari has around 5 years of experience in academia. She has expertise in organic chemistry. She has
presented papers in various conferences and has publications in journals of repute to her credit.

Ms. Rachna Devi, M.Sc (Zoology), B.Sc., B.Ed

Assistant Professor
Ms. Rachna Devi has academic experience of 8 years. Her area of interest are Animal Physiology and Genetics. She
has publications in reputed journals.

Dr. Manish Saraswat, Ph.D, MCA, PGDCA, B.Sc

Associate Professor
Dr. Manish Saraswat has 19 years of experience with reputed industries and educational institutions. His areas
of interest are Optimization Techniques using Genetic Algorithms, Cloud Computing, Real Time System Testing
Techniques and Expert Systems . He worked at various capacities Examination Controller, Proctor, Course
Coordinator and Research Supervisor. He is invited expert by Industry, Institutions and Universities.

Mr. Vivek Kumar Sharma, M.Tech (ME) & B.Tech (ME), Diploma (Production & Industrial Engg.)
Assistant Professor
Mr. Sharma has more than 10 years of experience. His area of interest are Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Machine
Design He published papers in journals of repute. He has been part of national and international conferences where
he has published papers. He has also been a member of various committees of the University.

Dr. Ratnesh Kumari, Ph.D (Botany), M.Sc, B.Sc, ICAR-ARS NET

Assistant Professor
Dr Ratnesh has more than 2 years of experience with educational institutions. Her areas of interest are Plant
physiology, Plant stress physiology, Plant nutrition and Horticultural plants. She has published 7 research papers,
1 book chapter and presented about 8 papers in reputed national and international conferences- organized by
reputed institutes.

Mr. Vishal, M.Tech (CSE), B.Tech (CSE)

Assistant Professor
Mr. Patyal is having more than 10 Years of academic and administrative experience in the field of Computer Science
& Information Technology. His main areas of expertise are Databases & Data Structures. He has published many
research manuscripts in various International & National journals & conferences. He has also presented papers in
International and National conferences. He has also been a member of various committees of the University.

Dr. Monika Sethi, Ph.D., M.Phil., M.Sc., B.Sc, B.Ed.

Assistant Professor
Dr. Monika Sethi has experience of 5 years in academics. Her areas of interest are Solid Mechanics, Mathematical
Physics, Applied Mathematics. She has published 21 research papers and 2 book chapters in SCOPUS/SCI/SCIE
journals. She has been part of many Conferences as well as seminars.
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Mr. Ajay Prashar, M.Tech (CSE), B.Tech (CSE), UGC Net
Assistant Professor
Mr. Ajay Prashar has one year teaching experience. His area of interest are cloud computing, machine learning,
data mining and swarm intelligence.

Mr. Suryanarayan Ojha, MCA.,BCA.

Assistant Professor
Mr. Suryanarayan Ojha has more than 2 years of industry experience and 1 year of teaching experience. His area of
expertise is Asp.net Technology . He is actively involved in planning developmental programs for technical students
like Software Development, Cloud Computing and Artificial Intelligence. He has also been a member of various
committees of the University.

Mr. Dalip Kumar, NET, NET - JRF, SET, JEST, M.Sc. (Physics), B.Sc.
Assistant Professor
Mr. Dalip Kumar has around 8 months experience in academics. He has done B.Sc. and M.Sc. Physics (H.S.) from
Panjab University Chandigarh. He has worked as JRF under UGC - IUAC research project in the department of
physics Panjab university Chandigarh. he has published 2 research publication.

Dr Bandna, Ph.D. (Botany) M.Sc. B.Sc., B.Ed.

Assistant Professor
Dr. Bandna Kumari has done her PhD in Botany. Her area of interest includes Forest ecology, carbon sequestration
and nutrient cycling. She has published seven research papers including a book chapter in reputed journals. She had
presented seven research papers in national and international conferences and also participated in training courses
and workshops.

Ms. Charu Sharma, MCA, M.Sc.(IT), PGDCA, B.Ed

Assistant Professor
Ms. Charu has academic experience of more than 2 years. She is doing her Ph D in Information Technology. She
participated in many conferences and attended many FDPs.

Mr. Sidhant Walia, BCA, M.Sc (IT)

Assistant Professor
Mr. Sidhant Walia have rich experience in Graphic designing , Coding , web designing , Logo designing.

Ms Hemanshu, M.Tech (CE), B.Tech (CE)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Hemanshu Verma has acedamic experience of 5+ years . Her area of Intrest is in structure analysis and she
participated in many conferences and attended FDP.

Ms. Rishika, Ph.D.(Pursuing) M.Sc. (Organic Chemistrty), B.Sc. (Chemistry)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Rishika Guleria is Msc.in Organic Chemistry and purusing her PhD in Natural Products Chemistry. She has
above four years of experience in working in a Research and Development laboratory as JRF funded by (DST)
and (ICFRE).She is the recipient of prestigious Young Scientist Award. She has one publication in International
forestry journal to her credit. She has Volunteered and presented her research outcomes in several national and
international conferences, National Workshops, Symposiums, Hands on Trainings and various other technical
events. Her area of interest lies in Natural Products, Phytochemicals and Spectroscopy.
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Dr Sonali, M.Sc. Mathematics , B.Ed , Ph.D

Assistant Professor
Dr. Sonali Magotra has more than 5 year of teaching experience. Her area of specialization is Functional Analysis
and Operator Theory. Her current research work includes weighted composition operators on different types of
function spaces. She has published 5 research papers in International Journals including scopus index journal as well.

Mr. Anish Kumar, M.Phil (Mathematics), M.Sc. (Mathematics), B.Sc.

Assistant Professor
Mr. Anish Kumar has academic experience of more than 1 year. He has been the part of various conferences and
FDPs . He also presented the Paper in International Conference. He has attened many Seminars and also the part
of various Workshops.

Faculty of Law

Mr. Suresh Kumar, B.A., LL.B, LL.M., Ph.D. pursuing-HPU Shimla (2019), PGDPM & LW-HPU, Honors DCA-NIIT
(2003)
Head of the Department
Mr. Suresh Kumar has 10 years of experience with reputed industries and educational institutions. His areas of
interest are Business Law, ADR and Cyber Law. He worked at various capacities in the academic institutions. He
published about 8 research papers and presented about 2 research papers in reputed international conferences-
organized by reputed institutions Also, has attended different conferences and FDPs.

Mr. Keshva Nand, B.A., LL.B., LL.M Ph.D. pursuing

Assistant Professor
Mr. Keshva Nand has 6 years of experience with reputed industries and educational institutions. His areas of interest
are Constitutional Law, Cyber Law and IPR Laws. He worked at various capacities in the academic institutions. He
has attended different conferences and FDPs. He has qualified UGC- NET (Four Times) and is pursuing Ph.D. from
Himachal Pradesh University Shimla.

Munish Kumar, B.A.LL.B,LL.M, Ph.D Pursuing

Assistant Professor
Mr. Munish has 3 years of experience with reputed educational institutions. His areas of interest are Criminal Law,
Administrative Law and Constitutional law. He worked at various capacities in the academic institutions. He worked
at various capacities in the academic institutions. He has attended different Conferences, Workshops, Seminars and
Webinars. He has qualified UGC- NET in first attempt and is pursuing Ph.D. from Himachal Pradesh University,
Shimla.

Mamta Kumari, BA-LL.B, LL.M, Ph.D Pursuing

Assistant Professor
Ms. Mamta Kumari is pursuing a Ph.D. in law from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. She has a bachelor of laws
degree (B.A.LL.B. Hons.) from the University Institute of Legal Studies, H.P.U. Shimla. She has five years of teaching
experience at various universities. She has participated in various national and international conferences, seminars,
workshops, and FDPs. She has published eight research papers in reputed journals, along with one book chapter.
Her area of interest includes criminology and criminal laws.

Champa Devi, B.A, LL.B, LL.M., Ph.D. Pursuing

Assistant Professor
Ms. Champa has 3 years of experience with reputed Universities. Her areas of interest are Constitutional Law,
Environmental Law, Law of evidence and Property Law. She worked at various capacities in the academic
institutions. She published about 7 research papers in UGC Care list Journal, International Journal and Peer
reviewed Journal. She has presented many research papers in international and national conferences- organized by
reputed institutions. She has participated in UGC Sponsored Program on GURU DAKSHATA: Faculty Induction
Programme (FIP- 1) with A+ Grade. She has attended different conferences, seminar and FDPs at national and
international level. She has qualified UGC- NET and is pursuing Ph.D. from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla.
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Sidhant Gupta, B.Com, LL.B., LL.M. (Corporate & Business Laws), Ph.D. (Pursuing)
Assistant Professor of Law
Mr. Sidhant Gupta is an alumnus of Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. He has actively
participated and contributed in various National Moot Court and Debate Competitions and has many awards on
his name. He has 1.5 years of experience with reputed industries and educational institutions. His areas of interest
are Contract Law, Banking & Insurance Law and Corporate & Business Laws. He worked at various capacities in the
academic institutions. He has attended different Conferences, Workshops, Seminars and Webinars. He has qualified
UGC- NET twice and is pursuing Ph.D. from Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.

Ekta Gahlawat, B.A.LL.B, LLM, Ph.D. Pursuing

Assistant professor
Ms. Ekta Gahlawat has 3 years of experience with ICFAI University. Her areas of interest are Constitutional Law,
Administrative Law and Media Law. She worked at various capacities in the academic institutions. She published
about 7 research papers in UGC Care list Journal, International Journal and Scopus. She has presented many
research papers in international and national conferences- organized by reputed institutions. She has participated
in She has attended different conferences, seminar and FDPs. She has done a certificate course in Insolvancy and
bankruptcy Code, 2016. she is proficient in operating legal blogs like Law octopus, Live Law and legal database such
as Manupatra and Westlaw.

Ms. Swati Sharma, UGC-NET, LL.M., B.A.LL.B (Hons)

Assistant Professor
Prof. Swati Sharma has done LLM from Himachal Pradesh University in Constitutional Law. She has worked as an
Assistant Professor of Law in Punjab University Regional Centre Hosiarpur. Her areas of interest are Family Law
and Constitutional law. She has actively participated in various competitions of the University.

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Dr. Bharat Parashar, Ph.D, M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy, PGDCR
Professor & Principal
Dr. Bharat Parashar has a vast academic and administrative experience of more than 15 years. His area of interest
is includes Formulation & Development, Nanotechnology and Microencapsulation. He has an excellent research
background and has published more than 150 research and review articles in the journals of repute. He is a reviewer
of many reputed journals in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences. He has delivered talk in various National &
International Conferences, workshops, and seminars. He has organized various seminars, webinars & workshops.
He has written a book of Pharmaceutical Engineering. He has grabbed many awards and recognitions for his work
in the field of Pharmacy.

Ms. Shilpa Chandel, Pursuing Ph.D., M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy,D.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
Ms. Shilpa Chandel is GATE & GPAT qualified & has more than 10 years of Industrial and Academic experience.
Her area of interest includes Pharmaceutical analysis, Synthesis of drugs, Computer Aided drug designing and
Molecular Modelling. She has sound instrument handling skills. She has attended various National and International
Conferences,Webinars & Seminars. She has published various research and review articles in reputed National and
International journals.

Mr. Ashok Kumar Sharma, Pursuing Ph.D., M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy, D. Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
Mr. Ashok Kumar has more than 9 years of industrial and academic experience. His areas of interest includes
Pharmacology, Pharmacovigilance, Adverse Drug reactions and Clinical Trials. He has published several research/
Review Papers and has attended various International/national conferences & webinars. He is performing diverse
activities in the organization.

Ms. Esha Vatsa, Pursuing Ph.D, M.Pharmacy, B.Phamacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmacognosy)
Ms. Esha Vatsa, more than 7 years academic experience. Her areas of interest includes Pharmacognosy,
pharmacological studies on natural drugs and standardization of medicinal plants. She has attended several National
and international conferences Webinars & Seminars. She has published various research papers in National and
international journals of repute and has also reviewed several book chapters.
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Ms. Swati Pal, M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy
Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
Ms. Swati Pal has an academic experience of more than 4 years. Her area of interest includes Formulation &
Development, Molecular Modelling, Chemical synthesis etc. She has attended various Seminars, FDP’s, National
and International Conferences.

Ms. Navni Sharma, Pursuing Ph.D., M. Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutics)
Ms. Navni Sharma has an academic and research experience of more than 4 years. She has done 1 month training at
“UGC Networking Resource Centre” Panjab University, Chandigarh. Her area of interest includes Nanotechnology,
Nanostructured Lipid Carriers, Nano sponge, Pancreatic Cancer, Rheumatoid arthritis. She has publications in
several national and international journals of repute. She has presented various papers in International and National
Conferences and Participated in various FDP’s and Webinars.

Ms. Roshmi Ray, Pursuing Ph.D., M. Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
Ms. Roshmi Ray has an academic experience of more than 3 years. She has publications in several national and
international reputed journals. She has authored, and edited books which are internationally published. Her area
of interest includes Immunomodulatory agents, Respiratory Tract Infections and related animal-models. She has
presented various papers in International and National Conferences and Participated in various FDP’s and Webinars.

Mr. Akshay Parihar, Pursuing Ph.D., M. Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutics)
Mr. Akshay Parihar is GPAT qualified & has more than 3 years of academic experience. He has publications in several
national and international reputed journals. His area of interest includes nanotechnology, novel drug delivery system
development and optimization. He has presented various papers in International and National Conferences and
Participated in various FDP’s and Webinars.

Mr. Sushant, M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutical Analysis)
Mr. Sushant has publications in various National & International journals. He has attended various national and
international conferences & webinars . He has 3 months training experience in the skill vigyan program by Punjab
govt.

Ms. Jasveer Kaur, M.Pharmacy, B.Pharmacy

Assistant Professor (Pharmaceutics)
Ms. Jasveer kaur is GPAT Qualified. Her area of interest includes novel drug delivery system development,
Polyherbal formulations & Polyherbal Formulations. She has attended various National & International conferences
& webinars.
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Faculty of Liberal Arts
Dr. Anil Kumar, MA English, M Phil, NET, PhD, PGCTE (EFLU Hyderabad)
Assistant Professor
Dr. Anil Kumar has about three years of teaching experience and eight years of administrative-cum-extension
experience in private and public sector institutions and departments. He has published research papers in
international peer-reviewed reputed journals; presented papers and chaired sessions at international conferences;
published book chapters, attended FDPs, workshops, and seminars etc. His research work is in the area of Indian
Literature and Translation in general and on Caste Narratives and Caste Discourses in particular. In addition, he has
also been a member of various department-level and university-level committees in different institutions. “

Ms. Surbhi, MA (English Literature), BA (Honours School in English)

Assistant Professor
Presently Ms. Surbhi is having an experience of more than three years. She has qualified UGC-NET (English Literature) She
has presented as well as published a research paper in an International Journal. Besides this she has also attended National
and international Webinars. FDPs.”

Ms. Sarishti Joshi, Ph.D Pursuing, MA (Sociology), B.A Hons. (Sociology)

Assistant Professor
Ms. Sarishti Joshi has an academic experience of 3 years and is currently working with ICFAI University, Himachal
Pradesh as an Assistant Professor of Sociology and a coordinator of F.L.A. Department. She has cleared HPPSC-
SET. Her specialisation is in Population Studies. She has organised various cultural activities. She has presented
research papers in various National and International Conferences and Seminars. She also holds the certificates of
many Workshops and Faculty Development Programmes. She Has also published a book chapter.

Ms. Harsimran Kaur, MA (English Literature & Cultural Studies), B.A English (Hons.), M.Phil
Assistant Professor
Ms. Harsimran has cleared UGC -NET and GATE. She has presented research papers in National seminars and
published a chapter in the book and attended conferences, workshops and FDPs. She reckons herself as one of the
few scholars who been working in the field of Dance Studies in India.

Ms. Sapna, MA (Political Science),BA, B.Ed, TET

Assistant Professor
Mrs.Sapna has more than three years of experience. She did her Master’s from Himachal Pradesh University.Her
area of interests are Indian Political Thoughts and Western Political Thoughts. She is TET qualified.

Ms. Nancy Sharma, MA(Ancient Indian History,Culture and Archaeology),BA(History)

Assistant Professor
Ms.Nancy Sharma did her Master’s from Panjab University. Her area of interests are Archaeology, Ancient Indian
Culture and Modern Indian History.She has attended International and National webinars and workshops on various
aspects of History,Culture and Archaeology. She coordinated as an interviewer with Himachal Kala Sanskriti Bhasha
Academy during Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. She worked as an intern with State Museum Shimla.
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How to Reach the University

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Routes from

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¡ Chandigarh Airport
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¡ Chandigarh Railway Station
¡ Bus Stop - Daria
to The ICFAI University,
HP (Baddi) Campus
Route via Pinjore
Route via Kalka
Route via Siswan
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