Mataram, Indonesia – Institut Agama Hindu Negeri (IAHN) Gde Pudja Mataram has reached another remarkable milestone in its institutional development by officially receiving “Excellent” (Baik Sekali) Institutional Accreditation from the National Accreditation Agency for Higher Education (BAN-PT). The prestigious recognition affirms the university’s outstanding performance in academic quality, governance, research, community engagement, and institutional management, while further strengthening its reputation as one of Indonesia’s leading State Hindu Higher Education Institutions.The accreditation was conferred through the Decree of the Director of the Executive Board of BAN-PT No. 2830/SK/BAN-PT/Ak/PT/X/2025 and is valid from 15 October 2025 until 15 October 2030. The certification confirms that IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram has successfully fulfilled the rigorous national standards established for higher education institutions in Indonesia.The “Excellent” accreditation is the result of the collective intelligence, dedication, and collaborative spirit of all members of the university under the visionary leadership of Rector Prof. Dr. Ir. I Wayan Wirata, A.Ma., S.E., M.Si., M.Pd. Through strong leadership, strategic governance, and a culture of continuous improvement, the Rector has inspired every academic and administrative unit to work cohesively toward achieving the university’s long-term vision.The accreditation process required comprehensive evaluation across various aspects of institutional performance, including academic governance, curriculum development, quality assurance systems, student services, faculty qualifications, research productivity, community service programs, infrastructure, financial sustainability, international cooperation, and institutional outcomes. The positive assessment demonstrates that IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram has established robust systems capable of ensuring sustainable academic quality and institutional accountability.The university extends its deepest appreciation to every stakeholder whose dedication has made this accomplishment possible. This includes lecturers, educational staff, students, alumni, governing boards, external partners, and all supporting units who contributed their expertise, professionalism, and unwavering commitment throughout the accreditation process. Their collective efforts exemplify the university’s strong institutional culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.As the only State Hindu Higher Education Institution in the Province of West Nusa Tenggara, IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram continues to play a strategic role in advancing higher education rooted in Hindu values while embracing interdisciplinary scholarship, technological innovation, and global perspectives. The university remains committed to producing graduates who are academically competent, professionally skilled, ethically grounded, culturally responsive, and capable of contributing to sustainable national and international development.Looking ahead, the university views this accreditation not as the culmination of its journey but as a renewed motivation to pursue even higher standards of academic excellence. Building upon this achievement, IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram will continue to strengthen its quality assurance system, foster innovation in teaching and research, expand international collaborations, and enhance its contribution to society through impactful education and community empowerment.The “Excellent” Institutional Accreditation stands as a testament to IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram’s unwavering commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement. It also serves as an invitation to prospective students, scholars, researchers, and institutional partners around the world to become part of a dynamic academic community dedicated to knowledge, innovation, and the preservation of noble values.
(by: DKS)
