Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University

Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, established in 1964, is a premier State agricultural university located in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India. Named after the eminent agricultural scientist and Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr. N.G. Ranga, the university has been at the forefront of agricultural education, research, and extension services in Andhra Pradesh for over six decades. The institution is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University has consistently maintained its position amongst the top agricultural universities in India, securing Rank 6 in the ICAR ranking for agricultural universities in 2025. The university operates as a State public institution, offering comprehensive programmes across Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in various disciplines of agriculture and allied sciences. The admission process primarily relies on merit-based selection through EAMCET (Engineering, Agriculture and Medical Common Entrance Test) for undergraduate programmes, whilst postgraduate and doctoral admissions are conducted through the All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA) conducted by ICAR. The university's sprawling campus infrastructure, cutting-edge research facilities, and dedicated faculty members make it a preferred destination for students aspiring to build careers in agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering, food technology, sericulture, and allied sciences.