Jai Narain Vyas University: University of Jodhpur, Jodhpur

Jai Narain Vyas University also known as University of Jodhpur is situated in Jodhpur city in Indian state of Rajasthan. Established in 1962 it took over the four colleges of jodhpur run by the state government. Accredited with "A" grade by the NAAC, this is the only residential University in the State of Rajasthan, catering mainly the needs of students of western Rajasthan (the Marwar). Since, this University is located in the great Indian Thar Desert, its R&D activities centered on heritage, society and challenges of the region. This is the Western most University of the country and imparts education and conducts research in border areas neighboring Pakistan. It is our endeavor to provide education not only to citizens of the Desert/border Districts but also to the wards of Defence/Paramilitary forces and other Organizations which are working in strategically important sectors of the country.

The university has several colleges and institutes offering courses under the following faculties:

* Faculty of Arts
* Faculty of Commerce
* Faculty of Engineering
* Faculty of Law
* Faculty of Science