About the Department
Genesis of the Department
The Department of Anthropology and Tribal Studies came into existence on 20th September 2022.
It is the amalgamation emerging due to restructuring, renaming and merging of the following centres / departments operational at different points of time in the University :
Centre for Indigenous Culture Studies [2010-2018] / Department of Tribal Studies [2018-2022]
Centre/Department of Tribal Folklore, Language and Literature [2013-2018]
Centre for Tribal and Customary Law [2012-2018] / Dept. of Contemporary and Tribal Customary Law [2018-2022]
At present, the Department offers the following academic programs :
Integrated BA-MA in Anthropology (as per National Education Policy, 2020)
M.A. (Anthropology) - 2 years
Master of Social Work (MSW) - 2 years
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Mission and Vision
Collect, preserve and disseminate tribal culture of Jharkhand in particular and India in general.
Consolidate study with research, while acquiring new bodies of knowledge for the benefit of the disciplines of Anthropology and Tribal Studies, thereby supporting over all development.
Promote research collaboration with local, national and international bodies / institutions.
Offer life-long educational opportunities, particularly at tertiary level.
Our Mentors
(Hon'ble President of India and Visitor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Former Hon'ble Chief Justice of India and Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor, Central University of Jharkhand)
(Dean, School for the Study of Culture, Central University of Jharkhand)