I am delighted to extend a warm welcome to everyone at the Forest Research Institute (Deemed to be) University. Forest Research Institute stands as a leading institution dedicated to Forestry Research & Education. Initially named as Imperial Forest Research Institute and colleges, it had a number of Centers located at different places all over the country administering research as well as training of forest officers and forest rangers. It was conferred the status of Deemed University in December 1991 on the recommendations of the UGC, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
The mission of the Forest Research Institute Deemed to be University is to advance education in Forestry and Environmental Sciences across various disciplines. Students here are benefitted from dedicated faculty with extensive field experience and are actively involved in teaching and impactful research. The University is offering four different disciplines in M.Sc. programmes which are thoughtfully designed to keep pace with the constantly evolving fields of Forestry, Environment Management, Wood Science & Technology and Cellulose & Paper Technology. Beyond academics, students participate in a variety of activities like library sessions, sports, cultural events, wildlife week celebrations, and nature clubs, all contributing to their holistic development. The M.Sc. and Ph.D. Programmes in Forest Research Institute (Deemed) University are well designed to cope with the ever-dynamic field of Forestry, Environment Management and Wood Science & Technology.
In the University, a lot of efforts are made by the faculty to inculcate virtues of honesty and integrity among our students. It is important that all students of the University understand and adhere to the University ethics and also follow the University policies, procedures and guidelines.
I feel privileged in inviting you all to begin the voyage to become forest professionals. I am confident that you will make noteworthy progress here and do well in your profession while serving the country in the times to come. I wish all M.Sc. and Ph.D. students great success.
Dr. Renu Singh, IFS
Director, Forest Research Institute & Vice Chancellor
Forest Research Institute (Deemed to be University), Dehradun