Gorakhpur, 13th August 2025: Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU) has taken a pioneering step in higher education by becoming the first university in Eastern Uttar Pradesh to launch Work-Linked Degree Programs, in partnership with TeamLease EdTech, India’s leading learning and employability solutions company.
The university has introduced five programs under this initiative: BBA, B.Com (Hons), MA English, MBA, and M.Com (Hons), comprising two undergraduate and three postgraduate programs. These programs are specially designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry exposure, enabling students to “learning by doing” and “earning while learning.”
Through these programs, students will gain valuable work experience alongside their education, significantly enhancing their employability in the region and contributing to the development of a future-ready workforce. The curriculum has been carefully crafted to be flexible and industry-aligned, ensuring that students acquire both theoretical knowledge and practical skills without compromising academic rigour.
Prof. Poonam Tandon, Vice Chancellor of Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University, expressed her enthusiasm about the launch, “This is a proud moment for the university. The launch of Work-Linked Degree Programs reflects our commitment to the vision outlined in the National Education Policy 2020, which advocates for integrating education with hands-on experience. By enabling students to work while they study, we are fostering holistic, employability-focused education that empowers our youth and contributes to the development of Uttar Pradesh.”
Mr. Shantanu Rooj, Founder and CEO of TeamLease EdTech, added, “We are delighted to partner with Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University in launching these unique programs. The future of higher education lies in integrating work and learning, and DDUGU is leading the way. This model not only improves learning outcomes but also ensures that students become financially independent and professionally prepared while still studying.”
These Work-Linked Degree Programs align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which emphasises the integration of vocational education and on-the-job training within formal degree frameworks. With this launch, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University has positioned itself at the forefront of educational innovation in the region.