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TERI University was established on 19 August 1998 and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) as a deemed to be university in 1999. TERI University is the first of its kind in India to dedicate itself to the study of environment, energy and natural sciences for sustainable development. TERI University is the globe's rank first university in the field of sustainability. It has been accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council as a 'A' grade university on 23 March 2013 for a period of 5 years with 3.26 cpga. In its 11 years of functioning, the TERI University has achieved significant progress in creating an institution of higher learning with a strong foundation of research and innovation. The multi-disciplinary nature of the University’s programmes draws talented