Dr. Daljit Singh


Dr. Daljit Singh is an eminent academician, administrator, and renowned law specialist. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he has made significant contributions to the field of legal education and administration.

Dr. Singh began his teaching career in the Department of Laws at Punjabi University, where he served as a faculty member from 1978 to 1995. He played a pivotal role in shaping the legal education landscape and imparting knowledge to aspiring law students.

As a testament to his expertise and leadership, Dr. Singh served as the founder Director of the Army Institute of Law, Patiala, from June 1999 to June 2000. He also served as a Professor and founder Head of the School of Legal Studies from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, he held the positions of Director at the Guru Nanak Dev University Regional Campus in Jalandhar and Principal at Khalsa College in Amritsar from 2005 to 2014.

Dr. Daljit Singh’s commitment to education and academic excellence extended beyond his teaching roles. He served as the Vice-Chancellor of Bahra University, Shimla Hills, for two years, further contributing to the growth and development of higher education.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Singh has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. Notably, he received the prestigious Bharat Vidya Ratan Award from the Global Achievers Foundation, New Delhi, in May 2013. This recognition underscores his significant contributions to the field and his impact on the academic community.

Dr. Singh’s expertise and reputation have led to his involvement in various academic bodies. He has been a member of the Syndicate of Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, from 2013 to 2014, and a member of the Senate of Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. Additionally, he has served as a member of the Senate of Sri Guru Granth Sahib University, Fatehgarh Sahib, and the Governing Council of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala.

With his vast knowledge, administrative acumen, and commitment to academic excellence, Dr. Daljit Singh continues to inspire and shape the legal education landscape in India. His contributions to the field have left an indelible mark and have positioned him as a respected figure in the academic and legal communities.