Mahatma Gandhi Udhyanikee Evam Vanikee Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, C.g.

Mahatma Gandhi Udhyanikee Evam Vanikee Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, C.g. (formerly known as Indira Gandhi Agricultural University, Raipur) was established in 1987 as a State agricultural university under the jurisdiction of the Government of Chhattisgarh. The university was renamed in 2013 to honour Mahatma Gandhi's vision of rural development and self-reliance. Located in Durg district of Chhattisgarh, the university spans a sprawling green campus dedicated to agricultural education, research, and extension services. As a Public State university, it is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The university holds accreditation from ICAR and has been consistently working towards achieving excellence in agricultural and horticultural education. Mahatma Gandhi Udhyanikee Evam Vanikee Vishwavidyalaya, Durg, C.g. offers comprehensive programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and allied sciences. The institution focuses on producing skilled professionals who can contribute to sustainable agricultural development in the region and beyond. Admissions to various programmes are conducted through state-level and national-level entrance examinations including ICAR AIEEA (All India Entrance Examination for Admission), RAUAT (Rajasthan Agricultural University Admission Test), and university-level entrance tests. The university emphasises practical training, research-oriented learning, and community outreach to address the agricultural challenges of Chhattisgarh and central India.