| : Background: Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually
transmitted infection worldwide and a leading cause of cervical cancer. Despite the
availability of effective vaccines, uptake remains low in many regions, including India, due
to limited awareness and cultural barriers. Faculty members in academic institutions play
a vital role in influencing community health behaviors. This study aims to assess the
knowledge and attitudes of Sharda University faculty toward HPV vaccination to support
targeted educational interventions. Method and material: This descriptive study assessed
the knowledge and attitudes of 101 faculty members at Sharda University toward HPV
vaccination using an online structured questionnaire. Participants included faculty without
prior HPV vaccine information, while vaccinated individuals were excluded. The
questionnaire covered socio-demographics, knowledge questionnaire through 29 multiple-
choice questions, and attitudes via a 15-item Likert scale. The tool was validated by
experts to ensure accuracy and relevance. Result: The study revealed that most
participants were young faculty members aged 25-30 years, predominantly female, and
from allied sciences. A majority (69.3%) had poor knowledge of HPV vaccination, while
only 19.8% showed good knowledge. Attitude toward HPV vaccination was largely negative,
with 90.1% displaying unfavourable views. No significant association was found between
knowledge levels and demographic variables such as age, gender, education, or
vaccination status. Conclusion: The findings indicate a generally low level of knowledge
and a predominantly negative attitude toward HPV vaccination among Sharda University
faculty. This underscores the need for comprehensive educational programs targeting all
demographic groups to raise awareness. Enhancing knowledge and attitudes is crucial to
improve HPV vaccine acceptance and uptake in this population.