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Srinagar, Feb 9 (JKNS): The University of Kashmir is set to hold its 21st Convocation on February 26, 2026, with Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, is expected to attend as the chief guest on the occasion.
The convocation was originally scheduled during the last week of December 2025 but could not be conducted due to official reasons, sources said.
Registrar of the University, Prof. Naseer Iqbal, confirmed to news agency JKNS, that “The University is hosting its 21st convocation on February 26, 2026.”
“We are honoured to have Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan attend the convocation. He will deliver the convocation address, marking a historic occasion for the University of Kashmir,” Prof Naseer told JKNS.
“The ceremony will be held at the Convocation Complex of the Hazratbal campus,” sources familiar with the preparations said.
Meanwhile, In an official circular issued by the University’s Assistant Registrar, a copy of which lies with JKNS, it reads, “All the registered students for the upcoming 21st Convocation of the University of Kashmir, scheduled for 26.02.2026, are hereby informed that they shall collect their respective convocation gowns from February 16 to 20, 2026, at the designated counters in Committee Room No. 204 on the 2nd Floor of the New Administration Block, during working hours.”
“The convocation gowns shall be issued by the Estates Department (University of Kashmir) against valid identity proof (preferably Aadhaar Card) and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only) per student. The security deposit shall be refunded upon proper return of the issued gowns from March 2 to 3, 2026,” the circular reads.
“The concerned students are advised to strictly adhere to the above instructions to avoid any inconvenience,” it added.
Meanwhile, sources said that preparations for the event are in full swing. The ceremony will include the conferment of degrees to students who have successfully completed their academic programmes, along with medals and awards for outstanding academic performance.
University authorities are coordinating with civil administration and security agencies to ensure the smooth conduct of the event.
Logistical arrangements, including seating, traffic management, security, and hospitality, are being meticulously planned in view of the high-profile visit, sources said. (JKNS)
