Kamdhenu University, Gandhinagar

Kamdhenu University, Gandhinagar, officially known as Kamdhenu University, was established in 2010 under the Gujarat Kamdhenu University Act. Located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, this specialized State university is dedicated to veterinary and animal sciences education, research, and extension services. The university operates under the aegis of the Government of Gujarat and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Kamdhenu University, Gandhinagar holds accreditation from the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). The institution offers comprehensive programmes across various levels including Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes in veterinary science, animal husbandry, dairy science, and allied sectors. The university comprises multiple constituent colleges spread across Gujarat, including veterinary colleges, dairy science colleges, and polytechnics. Admission to various programmes is conducted through entrance examinations such as ICAR AIEEA for postgraduate programmes, Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET), and university-level entrance tests for undergraduate programmes. The university focuses on advanced research in livestock management, animal breeding, veterinary medicine, dairy technology, and sustainable animal husbandry practices, contributing significantly to Gujarat's livestock sector development.