About Acharya Nagarjuna University

Acharya Nagarjuna University, a state university established in 1976, has been constantly striving towards achieving progress and expansion during its existence for over four decades, in terms of introducing new programs in the University colleges, affiliated colleges and professional colleges. Spread over 300 acres of land on the National High Way (NH-16) between Vijayawada and Guntur of Andhra Pradesh, which is declared as State Capital of Andhra Pradesh, the University is one of the front ranking and fastest expanding Universities in the state of Andhra Pradesh. The university was inaugurated on 11th September, 1976 by the then President of India, Sri Fakruddin Ali Ahmed and celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 2001. It is recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC), Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Ministry of HRD, and Government of India. It has been funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and Government of Andhra Pradesh. The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded A+ with 3.46 CGPA on four point scale to Acharya Nagarjuna University. The NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India) Ranked 97th rank in overall Category.

It is named after Acharya Nagarjuna – one of the most brilliant preceptors and philosophers, whose depth of thought, clarity of perception and spiritual insight were such that even after centuries, he is a source of inspiration to a vast number of people in many countries. The University is fortunate to be situated on the very land where he was born and lived, a land made more sacred by generations of students aspiring for enlightenment and holistic education.

It is an Affiliating University with over 215 U.G., P.G and Professional colleges and offers instruction for higher learning in 68 UG & PG programs and guidance for the award of Ph.D. in 48 disciplines spread over six campus colleges. Characterized by its heterogeneous students and faculty hailing from different parts of the state and the country, the University provides most hospitable environment for pursuing Higher Learning and Research. Its aim is to remain connected academically at the forefront of all higher educational institutions.

Accreditation and International Rankings of ANU:-

  • Accredited “A+” Grade by National Assessment & Accreditation Council of India (NAAC).
  • NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India) Ranking – 97th rank in overall Category.
  • It is certified by ISO 9001:2015 for quality management system.
  • Acharya Nagarjuna University is ranked among 201-250 as per BRICS World Ranking.
  • Acharya Nagarjuna University is among the Top 20 Universities in India as per Times Higher Education Ranking.
  • Acharya Nagarjuna University stands No. 1 among the Andhra Pradesh Universities as per Web of Universities Ranking.
  • Acharya Nagarjuna University stands in second position as per the ranking given by Andhra Pradesh State Government.
  • Acharya Nagarjuna University stands in second position in Andhra Pradesh as per 4ICU.

ISC – International Student Cell

The university has established an International Students Cell (ISC) to cater to the needs of foreign students. It is headed by a Director, who is in constant contact with the International Institutions /organizations such as the Embassies/Consulates of the foreign countries for providing required information for the benefit of the prospective foreign students. It has collaborations with Foreign Universities, jointly offering twinning programs, Dual Degree Programs and Integrated Degree programs.

It provides single window system to facilitate the international students with all kinds of services that they require. International Students Hostel is available with all the modern amenities. ISC is a host to students from several foreign countries like Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Iraq, Panama, Vietnam, Libya, Mali, Laos, Thailand, Oman, Saudi Arabia, USA, Nigeria, South Korea, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Muscat, Bahrain, Afghanistan, De Cote D’ivoire, Eritrea, United Kingdom, Qatar, South Africa, etc. studying in various faculties.


Admission and guidance to International Students:

International students will be given admission into postgraduate and professional programs in the campus colleges of the University. Admissions for Ph.D. programs are given round the year.