Prof (Dr.) Piyush Ranjan
Vice Chancellor
Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi
Vice Chancellor’s Message
At Jharkhand Rai University, we believe education has the power to unlock greatness. Since our inception in 2012, we’ve been on a bold mission to shape minds that will shape the future. Our journey has been marked by excellence in academics, transformative research, and a spirit of innovation that runs deep through every discipline.
JRU stands at the heart of a pivotal moment in Indian education—one defined by the visionary National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. We proudly embrace this opportunity to reimagine learning by embedding NEP’s principles of equity, inclusion, innovation, and holistic development across our academic ecosystem.
Our commitment to democratizing education is unwavering. Founded with the belief that quality learning must be accessible to all—irrespective of background or financial constraints—we continue to build pathways where every student can thrive. Through flexible curricula, multidisciplinary exposure, and student-first pedagogy, JRU is leading the way in making education truly inclusive and impactful.
Innovation, modernization, and personalized mentorship form the cornerstone of our academic philosophy. Our robust Mentorship Program ensures that every learner receives guidance rooted in empathy, purpose, and growth. We go beyond employability—we aim to nurture confident, ethical, and socially responsible individuals who will contribute meaningfully to society.
Aligned with NEP 2020’s emphasis on 21st-century skills, our curriculum is dynamic, industry-relevant, and entrepreneurially driven—reflecting Indian values with a global outlook. Our faculty act as facilitators, encouraging students to question norms, explore new ideas, and challenge boundaries.
Located in Ranchi—a vibrant and evolving city surrounded by natural beauty—our campus offers a space where academic rigor meets inspiration. Students from across regions and cultures come together, forming a diverse and collaborative learning community that mirrors India’s unity in diversity.
At JRU, learning transcends classrooms. Our integrated approach focuses on value-based education, creativity, character-building, and critical thinking—echoing NEP’s call for lifelong, holistic learning. Every initiative we undertake is driven by a vision of fostering excellence and national development through student empowerment.
Because for us, students are not just learners—they are nation-builders. It is our privilege to prepare them for life, not just for work.
We invite you to discover Jharkhand Rai University: a place where purpose meets possibility, and where students become the architects of a better tomorrow.