The Kumaun University is one of the renowned universities of the country. It is famous for its academic brilliance in providing technical, professional and vocational education to the students over the years. The institution was set up in the year 1973. There are all together 35 colleges which are affiliated to the university. The university has three campuses. They are Almora, Nainital and Bhimtal campus. The University is one of the finest residential-cum-affiliating universities of the country. It was founded on 1st December 1973 under the Act of State Legislature (U P State Universities Act), and is a permanent member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) have awarded the Kumaun University with FOUR Stars status. It is an ISO 9001-2008 certified institution and it follows the International Quality Management System in its education and research process. Location- The university campus is spread over 160 acres of la