Daffodil International University

Daffodil International University (DIU; Bengali: ড্যাফোডিল আন্তর্জাতিক বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়) is a private research university located in Daffodil Smart City, Birulia, Savar, Dhaka -1216, Bangladesh. It was established on 24 January 2002 under the Private University Act of 1992. DIU is the largest private university in Bangladesh by its campus size. DIU is the first university in Bangladesh to have signed the UN's Commitment to Sustainable Practices of Higher Education Institutions. According to the SCOPUS indexed research publications in 2022, Daffodil International University has been ranked 2nd among all universities and 1st among all private universities in Bangladesh. History Daffodil International University (DIU) was established on 24 January 2002 with the approval of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Government of Bangladesh's Ministry of Education under the provisions of the Private University Act, 1992, which was later replaced by the Private University Act, 2010. The university began its academic activities in 2002 with 67 students and a few academic programs in Dhaka. Over time, it expanded its faculties and infrastructure, and later established its permanent campus at Daffodil Smart City in Birulia, Savar, Dhaka. Campus Daffodil Smart City Campus The campus is located in Daffodil Smart City (DSC), Birulia, Savar, Dhaka - 1216, Bangladesh. The university campus covers about 360 acres of land, making it the largest private university campus in the country. The campus offers a blend of nature and technology, featuring smart classrooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, a digital library, and advanced research labs. The university also has separate residential halls for male and female students, offering Wi-Fi, 24/7 security, medical support, dining, laundry, and recreational facilities. To enrich student life, the campus includes DIU Lake with boating facilities, a golf course, a super shop, and various sports complexes. Additionally, DIU prioritizes sustainability through solar energy, rainwater harvesting, and eco-friendly infrastructure.With continuous development, DIU remains a hub for innovation, learning, and student well-being in a serene and modern environment. Ras Al Khaimah Campus The university operates a branch campus in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. List of vice chancellors Aminul Islam (2002–2011) M. Lutfar Rahman (2011–2015) Yusuf Mahbubul Islam (2015–2020) M. Lutfar Rahman (2020–2025) M. R. Kabir (2025–present) Faculties and departments The university offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees through its 25 departments, themselves organized into five faculties: 1. Faculty of Science & Information Technology Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) Department of Software Engineering (SWE) Department of Multimedia and Creative Technology (MCT) Department of Computing and Information Systems (CIS) Department of Information Technology and Management (ITM) 2. Faculty of Engineering Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) Department of Textile Engineering (TE) Department of Civil Engineering (CE) Department of Information and Communication Engineering (ICE) Department of Architecture Department of Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering (RME) 3. Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship Department of Business Administration Department of Management Department of Real Estate Department of Tourism & Hospitality Management Department of Innovation & Entrepreneurship Department of Accounting 4. Faculty of Humanities & Social Science Department of English Department of Law Department of Journalism, Media and Communication Department of Development Studies 5. Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Department of Environmental Science and Disaster Management Department of Pharmacy Department of Nutrition and Food Engineering Department of Public Health Department of Physical Education & Sports Science Department of Agricultural Science Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Department of Fisheries Institutes Daffodil Institute of Languages (DIL) Daffodil University School and College (DUSC) Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI) Enterprise Competitiveness Institute (ECI) Daffodil Institute of Social Sciences (DISS) Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Directorate of Students' Affairs (Institute) Centers Yunus Social Business Centre (YSBC) Innovation and Incubation Centre (IIC) Career Development Centre (CDC) Cyber Security Center (CSC) Daffodil Islamic Center Daffodil Legal Research Center (DLRC) DIU Medical Center Day Care Center DIU Business Incubator DIU BELT & Road Research Centre DIU Embedded System Research Center DIU Astrophysics Center Research Daffodil International University (DIU) conducts academic and applied research through its Division of Research and interdisciplinary laboratories. The university focuses on fields such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, health informatics, and sustainable technology, supported by labs like the Cyber Security Lab, NLP & Machine Learning Research Lab, and Industrial Innovation Centre. DIU publishes several peer-reviewed journals, including the DIU Journal of Science and Technology, DIU Journal of Business and Entrepreneurship, and Journal of Emerging Global Health. International collaborations In November 2025, members of the Portuguese royal family visited Daffodil International University and signed several memorandums of understanding (MoUs) related to youth leadership and international cooperation. Gallery Rankings and awards In the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026, DIU ranked 484th globally and 112th in Asia, placing it 1st among Bangladeshi universities with an overall score of 69.5. In the 2025 edition of the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities Rankings, Daffodil International University was placed at #1,022 in the world, reflecting its growing academic and research presence globally. According to the QS World University Rankings 2026, Daffodil International University was ranked 2nd among private universities and 4th among all universities in Bangladesh. DIU ranked jointly 1st in Bangladesh in THE World University Rankings 2025. In 2024, according to the QS World University Rankings, Daffodil International University (DIU) is ranked in 1201-1400 globally, making it the 3rd highest-ranking private university in Bangladesh, alongside East West University (EWU) and United International University (UIU). As per QS Asia University Rankings 2025, DIU was raned 280th. DIU ranked within the top 400 universities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2022. DIU was the top private university in Bangladesh as per Scopus Indexed Publications in 2022. DIU ranked 1st in Bangladesh and 191st in UI Greenmetric World University Rankings 2022. DIU ranked top in Bangladesh & 150th globally at UI Greenmetric World University Rankings, 2019. CSIC, 5th-ranked university in Bangladesh One of the top ranked universities in Bangladesh by uniRank (2022) Membership, International Association of Universities (2013) DIU achieved the ASOCIO ICT Education Award 2018. Wins "Global Inclusion Award 2017" DIU won the "GEN ROOKIE of the Year" Award 2019. DIU awarded WITSA Global ICT Excellence Award 2017 Notable faculty Syed Akhter Hossain, the head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, received the National ICT Award 2016 for his "excellent contribution in ICT Education and Technology". Bibhuti Roy, visiting professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering Md. Abdur Rahim, professor of Agriculture, known for his contributions to fruit crop improvement, agrobiodiversity research, and the development of the BAU Kul-1 cultivar. Notable alumni Sania Sultana Liza, commonly referred to as Liza, is a singer who rose to fame after winning musical reality show Close Up-1, aired on NTV in 2008. Zhilik is a singer who won Channel i musical reality show Shera Kontho in 2008. Isa Faysal is a professional footballer who has played as a left-back for the Bangladesh national football team. Rahmat Mia is a professional footballer who has played as a defender for the Bangladesh national football team. Foysal Ahmed Fahim is a professional footballer who has played as a left winger for the Bangladesh national football team. Residential halls To address the accommodation needs of students, Daffodil International University operates five residential halls located in the Daffodil Smart City, Ashulia. The details of the residential halls are as follows: References External links Media related to Daffodil International University at Wikimedia Commons Official website DIU library DIU Hall DIU Blended Learning Center DIU Photo Gallery