Sri Sai University is established with the objective for professional and technical value-based education as State Private University vide Act No.3 of 2011 of State Legislature of Himachal Pradesh. It has been notified by the U.G.C. under Section 22 of the UGC Act 1956 and empowered to award degrees vide letter F.No.8-2/2011(CPP-1/PU) dated 01 June 2011.

Evaluating the academic progress and based on the glorious achievements of Sri Sai Group of Institutes founded by Sh. Ram Iqbal Bhardwaj Ji and under the dynamic leadership of Hon'able Chairman Er. S. K. Punj and respected Managing Director Smt. Tripta Punj, Government of Himachal Pradesh accorded approval through legislation to establish SRI SAI UNIVERSITY PALAMPUR in the year 2010. Sri Sai University Palampur is a multi-disciplinary and World Class University located amidst the sylvan surroundings of Kangra Valley. Guided by visionary educationist Hon'able Chancellor Er S K Punj, Sri Sai University aims to develop global leaders who can make significant contribution to cater to the needs of society at large. The University provides access to the high quality education, cutting-edge research and development of new technologies in line with preparing successful professionals in various walks of life i.e. Engineering & Technology, Basic & Applied Sciences, Management and Information Technology, Education, Law, Sports and Pharmacy with a close interaction with industry. The University strives to its aim of "Transforming Dreams into Reality" by developing professional competencies with flexibility, adaptability and passion for learning.