Dr.Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Faizabad was established in 1975.

The Government of Uttar Pradesh, establish Avadh University, Ayodhya, Initally as an affiliating university by it's notification No. 1192/fifteen-10-46(6)-1975 dated 04 March, 1975 and appointed Prof. (Dr.) Surendra Singh as the first Vice Chancellor. In 1993-94, it was renamed as Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya in the memoriam of Late Dr. Rammanohar Lohia, an epic socio-economic ideologue and freedom fighter par excellence.

The university initially started its office in a rental building at Civil Lines, Ayodha. Land acquisittion process for varsity's formal office started in 1976. Ultimately, the then Chancellor and the Governor of state Shr. G.D. Tapase laid foundation of the present administrative building of the varsity on 02 May, 1978.

The University assumed the shape of an affiliating cum residential varsity in April 1984. The residential segment became functional with the opening of four PG departments in the campus viz. History, Culture & Archaeology, Economics & Rural Development.

The university opened its four departments in the campus viz. history, culture and archaeology, rural economics, mathematics and statistics and solid state physics. The university provides under graduate/post graduate studies and researches in the disciplines of economics, mathematics & statistics, bio-chemistry, microbiology, environmental sciences and business administration.

Affiliated college's spread over in the 9 districts of Faizabad, Sultanpur, Pratapgarh, Ambedkarnagar, Barabanki, Balrampur, Baharaich, Shravasti and Gonda also add to the magnitude and strength of the University. 

VISION

Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University envisions being an institute of excellence in scientific, humanities and technical education in the service of the nation for advancement of knowledge, socio-economic development and empowerment of youth. The well-established systems of governance and managment along with the institutional leadership consitutes the inherent strength as demonstrated by high academic standards, quality research, strengthening of infrastructure facilities as well as consolidating professional networks to emerge as leader in the country. The university looks forward in disseminating information is specialized programs and establisheds research cenrtre which are not only unique but solo across the nation. This empowers the stakeholders to revive and revisit the cultural heritage of the country. To be an internationally acclaimed university offering highest quality of education to students, to bring forth the nascent talents while nurturing the peaceful coexistence to serve humanity and be a responsible citizen on this planet.

MISSION

To offer stae-of-the-art undergraduate, post graduate and doctoral programmes.

To frame policies and create an atmosphere to attract and retain best faculty.

To create an atmosphere for imbibing noble ideas and cutting edge research through effective curriculum and infrastructure thereby producing the leaders and innovators for tomorrow.

To inculcate healthy moral values, democraic principles and ethical practices.

To emphasize collaborative consultancies and projects so as to have long term viable interaction with the industry and academia.

To empower the youth for nation building in accordance with our culture, heritage and environment.

CORE VALUES

Dr. Rammanohar Lohia Avadh University, Ayodhya is governed by Core Values in delivering its Mission and pursuing its Vision. The core values of the University are :

Excellence in all academic related activities through innovation, creativity and dedication.

Integration of a value system among students towards imbibing respect, tolerance, honesty, trustworthiness, strong character, transparency, accountability, integrity of throught and responsibility towards themselves and society.

Diversity and equity is ensured among all the stakeholders and to develop a diverse community.

Responsiveness as students is recognized as a first priority and providing support to them ensure their academic success.

Accountability in accepting responsibilities for achievement of common goals.

Recognition in all aspects of university enterprises including teaching, learning, research, scholarship, creative activity and public engagement.

Collaboration by commitments to collaborative and interdisciplinary study along with pursuing opportunities for sharing knowledge.

Sustainability by performing activities in environmentally, economically and socially sustainable manner.