Yoga is an integral part of the rich heritage of India. Since ancient times. Yoga has been a way of life, and it has gained even greater significance in modern times across the world. There is also a growing movement in main stream research on true biological effects of yoga on human health and behaviour. It is imperative that the Indian Universities also engage themselves in strengthening scientific evidence of the positive effects of Yoga and Meditation on human health.
In order to pursue education and practice in Yoga & to promote our ancient Yoga tradition, the university has established a Yoga Guidance Centre in this University on 21st May 2017 on the occasion of International Yoga Day. Mission of Yoga Guidance Centre is Complete Physical, Mental, Social, Emotional & Spiritual Wellbeing of students, parents, teaching &non teaching staff, residents of quarters and their families, NSS / NCC students of University through yoga and Ayurveda.
Further, for effective implementation and to provide quality education in Yoga with regular and holistic approach, Department of Yoga Science was established on 21 June 2023. Academic courses like M.A.Yogshastra, Diploma in Yoga Teacher, Certificate Programme in Massage Therapy are run under this department and some Skill based Short Term Courses are run as well. Department is having good infrastructure. Department consist of well-equipped Yogayurveda Unit, Yoga Halls & Yoga props as well.
Highly qualified & experienced faculty members are our strength who are very enthusiastic. Faculty members are always ready to guide students apart from regular teaching hours.