MANDI: The Department of Zoology at Sardar Patel University in Mandi has once again affirmed its academic distinction as several of its students have cleared the prestigious CSIR-NET and NET-JRF examinations.
Among them, Shailja Rana, Arhat Samar and Pankaj have successfully qualified for both the NET and the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), earning recognition at the national level.
In addition to the JRF achievers, five more students — Jyotika, Neeraj, Atul Sharma, Ritika and Ayushi — have cleared the NET, opening doors for advanced research and academic careers.
Furthermore, Simranjeet and Rohini Guleria have attained eligibility for admission into PhD programmes, marking another academic milestone.

Vice-Chancellor extends congratulations
Lauding the students, Sardar Patel University Vice-Chancellor Professor Lalit Kumar Awasthi congratulated the qualifiers.
“This remarkable achievement reflects the commitment of the Zoology Department towards research-oriented education and the tireless efforts of our dedicated faculty,” said Prof Awasthi.
He emphasised that the faculty members were not only subject matter experts but also deeply invested in the holistic academic growth of their students.
“Such results underscore the university’s unwavering focus on quality education and innovative research,” he added.
Prof Awasthi expressed confidence that the successful candidates would make notable contributions to the scientific and academic community.
“Their success will not only elevate the university’s stature nationally and internationally but also inspire other students to pursue academic excellence with renewed dedication,” he remarked.
The Zoology Department’s latest success continues to bolster Sardar Patel University’s reputation as a hub of academic innovation and research excellence in the region.
Munish Sood