About the South Asian University (SAU) - KNOWLEDGE WITHOUT BORDERS
South Asian University (SAU), established in 2010, is a pioneering institution created through the joint initiative of the eight SAARC nations: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Conceived at the 13th SAARC Summit in Dhaka in 2005, SAU aims to pool regional resources to provide cutting-edge knowledge and nurture regional consciousness. The university's mandate focuses on promoting understanding among South Asian communities, providing liberal and humane education, and enhancing the region's capacity in critical fields like science, technology, and management. SAU strives to equip the brightest students with world-class education and prepare them as future leaders.
Located in Maidan Garhi, South Delhi, SAU provides Bachelor's, Master's and Research programs spanning diverse disciplines in Applied Sciences and Social Sciences. To further enhance learning opportunities for senior working professionals, SAU has introduced its Executive programmes designed to support continued professional development and academic advancement. Its multicultural and cosmopolitan environment fosters intellectual growth and regional collaboration, enabling students to gain a distinctively South Asian perspective. Currently, SAU houses 11 Faculties - Chemical Sciences, Economics, Engineering & Technology, International Relations, Interdisciplinary Studies, Legal Studies, Life Sciences & Biotechnology, Mathematical Sciences, Management, Physical Sciences, Social Sciences and Arts & Design and Interdisciplinary Centre of Climate Change & Sustainability, with plans for future expansion to over 5500 students. SAU continues to serve as a beacon of academic excellence and regional unity.
Message from the President
It is with great pride and enthusiasm that I welcome you to the South Asian University (SAU), a distinguished hub of academic excellence and cultural diversity in the heart of South Asia. At SAU, our mission is to foster intellectual curiosity, encourage regional consciousness, and nurture leaders equipped to address global challenges.
Founded in 2010 as a collaborative initiative of the SAARC nations, SAU embodies the spirit of regional unity. Supported by all SAARC nations, the university represents a unique vision where academic excellence meets the diverse cultural mosaic of South Asia.
Our vibrant campus, state-of-the-art facilities, and distinguished faculty provide an environment where ideas transcend boundaries and students are empowered to excel both personally and professionally. Here, you will experience an unparalleled opportunity to engage in cross-border learning and cultivate a perspective that is uniquely South Asian. SAU is more than an institution; it is a community of thinkers, innovators, and changemakers. As you embark on this exciting academic journey, we look forward to welcoming you into our diverse and dynamic family.
Prof. K. K. Aggarwal
President
South Asian University
