Navsari Agricultural University

Navsari Agricultural University, established in 2004, is a premier agricultural university located in Navsari, Gujarat, India. The university was carved out of Gujarat Agricultural University to cater specifically to the agricultural education and research needs of South Gujarat region. As a State Public university, Navsari Agricultural University has emerged as a leading institution in agricultural sciences, veterinary sciences, and allied disciplines. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). Navsari Agricultural University offers comprehensive educational programmes across multiple levels including Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes in agriculture, horticulture, veterinary science, agricultural engineering, food processing technology, forestry, and allied sciences. The university operates through seven constituent colleges strategically located across South Gujarat, providing specialized education in various agricultural disciplines. Admission to undergraduate programmes is primarily conducted through the Gujarat Common Entrance Test (GUJCET) and ICAR AIEEA, while postgraduate admissions are based on ICAR AIEEA-PG scores and merit-based selection processes. The university has consistently maintained its position among India's top agricultural universities, earning Rank 14 in the NIRF Agriculture category 2025. With a sprawling campus infrastructure, state-of-the-art research facilities, and dedicated faculty, Navsari Agricultural University contributes significantly to agricultural development, rural transformation, and sustainable farming practices in Gujarat and beyond. The institution emphasizes practical training, field exposure, and innovation-driven research to produce skilled agricultural professionals who can address contemporary challenges in food security, climate change, and agricultural sustainability.