Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University (RMLAU), commonly known as Avadh University, is a state university located in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. Established on 4 March 1975 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh as Avadh University, it was renamed in 1993–94 in memory of Dr. Rammanohar Lohia, a noted socio-economic ideologue and freedom fighter.

The university has grown into a major higher-education institution, currently serving about 5 lakh regular and private students through nine residential postgraduate departments, an on-campus Institute of Engineering & Technology, and over 600 affiliated colleges across multiple districts in the Avadh region. Spread across 112.24 acres, the campus houses 23 academic and administrative buildings, including the central library, Swami Vivekananda auditorium, examination centre, IT centre, hostels, and specialized departmental facilities.

RMLAU offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, humanities, management, biotechnology, mass communication, and more, supported by departments such as Physics & Electronics, Mathematics & Statistics, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, and Economics & Rural Development. The university is affiliated with the UGC and holds a NAAC B accreditation, reflecting its commitment to academic quality and regional educational development.

With its motto “Dedicated to Truth”, RMLAU continues to advance research, professional education, and cultural integration through initiatives like the Sardar Patel Centre for National Integration, established in 2020 to promote interdisciplinary studies in governance, strategic affairs, and international relations.

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