Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Civil service training institute in Mussoorie, India
Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration is a civil service training institute in Mussoorie that occupies hillside grounds with teaching buildings, dormitories, and research facilities spread across the slopes of Uttarakhand. The campus includes lecture halls, library blocks, and administrative zones arranged across multiple structures for daily instruction.
The institution was founded in 1959 as the National Academy of Administration to train leadership for the Indian civil service. In 1973, it received its current name honoring Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's second Prime Minister.
The academy follows the Sanskrit motto 'Character is the highest virtue' while preparing future civil servants through theoretical knowledge and practical administrative training.
Graduates of the academy receive a Master's degree in Public Management from Jawaharlal Nehru University alongside their civil service certification after completing their training. Access to the campus is restricted since it functions as an active training facility.
The academy handles training for all Indian Administrative Service officers throughout their entire careers from entry level to senior positions. Specialized courses are offered at regular intervals to build skills and knowledge as careers progress.
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