The 34th Edition of Universities Handbook is a compendium that contains latest information on 402 Universities level institutions of AIU Members including 56 Technical, 41 Agriculture, 24 Health Sciences, 13 Law, 03 Journalism, 15 Open. Universities and Five Associate Members : Kathmandu University, Nepal; University of Mauritius, Mauritius; Royal University of  Bhutan; Middle East University, United Arab Emirates and Semey State Medical University, Semey have also been included in this Edition. The Handbook gives information relating to : Courses of Studies; Minimum Requirements for admission to each course; Duration and the subjects of study for each course; Library and Research Facilities; Scholarship and Fellowships; Academic year – date for admission and the approximate dates of examinations; Names of Faculties; Deans of Faculties, Names of Professors and Readers/Associate Professors with their specialization (department-wise); Staff, Officers and Name of Affiliated Constituent. Colleges together with the names of Principals and Heads of Postgraduate Departments in the Colleges. The Handbook also includes an introductory chapter giving an overview of the University System in India.