Maharshi Dayanand University, ab initio established as Rohtak University, Rohtak, came into existence by an Act No. 25 of 1975 of the Haryana Legislative Assembly in 1976 with the objective to promote inter-disciplinary higher education and research in the fields of environmental, ecological and life sciences. It was rechristened as Maharshi Dayanand University in 1977 after the name of a great visionary and social reformer, Maharshi Dayanand. It had a unitary and residential character in its nascent stage, but became an affiliating University in November 1978. The University secured the recognition of University Grants Commission – the higher education regulatory body of India - for central Govt. grants in 16 Mar, 1979

The University aspires to be a leading 'transformative learning community' recognized world-wide for excellence in teaching, research and service and as a catalyst for intellectual, social, cultural and economic development.

The University is committed to transform lives and serve the society through pursuit of excellence in teaching, innovation, lifelong learning, cultural enrichment and outreach services.

To achieve its Vision and Mission, the University will endeavour:

1. To provide intellectually inspiring, academically challenging and supportive environment conducive to positive personal growth.
2. To provide a comprehensive education, benchmarked against the highest global standards.
3. To engage in innovative, high-impact and leading-edge research within and across disciplines.
4. To produce graduates of distinction committed to academic/professional excellence and lifelong learning.
5. To provide a safe, healthy and sustainable workplace.
6. To act in partnership with the community over the generation, dissemination and application of knowledge.
7. To act as a gateway and forum for scholarship with rest of the world.

1. Academic Excellence: University strives for the uncompromising quality and highest standard of excellence in teaching, learning, research and scholarship across various disciplines.
2. Pursuit of Excellence in Research and Innovations: University is driven by research and innovation and ensures continuous engagement in the scholarly activities in the pursuit of innovation, creativity and excellence.
3. Morality and Ethics: University upholds the highest ethical values, integrity and professionalism and an unwavering commitment to academic freedom, transparency and accountability.
4. Social Commitment and Inclusiveness: University commits to nurtures and preserve an environment of safety, trust, mutual respect, equality and diversity in its all endeavors to ensure fairness and inclusiveness.
5. Environmental Sustainability: University is aware of its environmental responsibilities and embraces principle of sustainable development to ensure that any adverse environmental impact of its activities is minimized.
6. Service: University seeks to serve the diverse, personal and professional development need of its constituents and encourage habit of engagement, caring, and civic responsibility by emphasizing a connect between service, excellence, and career growth.

The admission to MDU Rohtak courses is based on entrance test, merit in the national level examination, interview followed by counseling. Maharshi Dayanand University UG admission is done based on merit of the qualifying examination. MDU Rohtak admission to M.B.A programme is based on CMAT scores.

Scholarships and other forms of financial aid are available to students at Maharshi Dayanand University. These grants are awarded considering a variety of factors, including academic performance and financial necessity. Using the school's website, students can submit scholarship applications.

The college has a Transport facility for the students.