Best Agriculture Colleges and Universities in Gujarat
Government and private agriculture universities, horticulture, veterinary and dairy science, courses, NIRF 2025 ranks and admission guidance.
Gujarat has a strong agricultural higher-education network across Saurashtra, North Gujarat, South Gujarat and the central plains. Four state agricultural universities—Anand Agricultural University (AAU), Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU), Navsari Agricultural University (NAU) and Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU)—offer specialised teaching, research and extension. The state also has Kamdhenu University for veterinary, animal and fisheries sciences and Gujarat Natural Farming Science University for natural-farming education.
Top government agricultural universities
1. Anand Agricultural University (AAU), Anand
Score: 51.67
AAU offers programmes across agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering, food technology, dairy science and agricultural information technology. Its constituent colleges operate at Anand and other locations including Vaso, Jabugam and Godhra.
Undergraduate programmes: B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, Agricultural Information Technology, Dairy Technology and B.V.Sc. & A.H. through the relevant college. Check the current prospectus for course and seat availability.
2. Navsari Agricultural University (NAU), Navsari
Score: 49.13
NAU serves South Gujarat and adjoining agro-ecological zones. Its teaching and research portfolio includes agriculture, horticulture, forestry, agricultural engineering and allied fields. Its colleges and research stations provide exposure to crops and farming systems of southern Gujarat.
Study areas: B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry, agricultural engineering and other programmes notified in the current prospectus, with postgraduate and doctoral options.
3. Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU), Junagadh
JAU serves Saurashtra and western Gujarat. Its academic and research strengths include agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering, fisheries and allied sciences. Regional research covers dryland farming, groundnut, cotton, oilseeds, pulses and horticultural crops.
Undergraduate pathways: B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture and programmes in horticulture, agricultural engineering and fisheries/allied disciplines through its colleges. The university describes a four-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture programme and GUJCET-related eligibility for the relevant state admission route.
4. Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU), Dantiwada
SDAU serves North Gujarat and arid and semi-arid farming regions. Its academic and research work covers agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering, animal science and natural-resource management.
Study areas: B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture and other agriculture and allied undergraduate programmes, alongside postgraduate and doctoral specialisations, as notified in the current prospectus. Its regional research is relevant to dryland agriculture, water management and crop diversification.
Veterinary, animal science and natural-farming universities
5. Kamdhenu University, Gandhinagar
Kamdhenu University is Gujarat’s specialised public university for veterinary, animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries education and research. It is relevant to students interested in livestock, animal health, dairy production and aquatic resources.
Study pathways: Veterinary science, dairy technology, fisheries and animal science programmes through constituent colleges and affiliated institutions. Veterinary degrees have distinct professional eligibility and are not equivalent to B.Sc. Agriculture.
6. Gujarat Natural Farming Science University (GNFSU), Halol
GNFSU focuses on natural farming sciences, sustainable agriculture and related knowledge systems. Applicants interested in natural farming, organic and low-external-input systems, soil health and sustainable rural development should check its latest prospectus for active degrees, campus, eligibility and intake.
Private agriculture universities
1. Ganpat University – Kantaben Kashiram Institute of Agricultural Sciences and Research, Mehsana
Ganpat University is a state private university in North Gujarat. Its Kantaben Kashiram Patel Institute lists a four-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture programme. Subject areas include agronomy, genetics and plant breeding, soil science, agricultural entomology, agricultural economics and agribusiness management, plant pathology, horticulture and agricultural extension.
Practical learning: Its programme page refers to practical crop production, educational tours and Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE). Check current fees, admission rules and facilities with the institute.
2. P P Savani University (PPSU), Surat
PPSU’s School of Agriculture lists a four-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture programme. Its official page describes a curriculum based on ICAR Fifth Deans’ Committee recommendations and Student READY. The university describes a horticulture farm, polyhouse, nursery, crop cafeteria, laboratories and hydroponics facility.
Eligibility: The university lists 10+2 science with specified subjects and English, with additional details for agriculture diploma holders. Check the current 2026–27 admission brochure for final criteria, intake and fees.
Accreditation note: A curriculum based on ICAR recommendations is not, by itself, proof of ICAR programme accreditation. Verify any accreditation claim separately.
Quick comparison
| Institution | Type | Location | Main areas | NIRF 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anand Agricultural University | State agricultural university | Anand | Agriculture, horticulture, engineering, food and dairy | 27 (51.67) |
| Navsari Agricultural University | State agricultural university | Navsari | Agriculture, horticulture, forestry | 34 (49.13) |
| Junagadh Agricultural University | State agricultural university | Junagadh | Agriculture, horticulture, engineering, fisheries | Not top 40 |
| SDAU | State agricultural university | Dantiwada | Agriculture, horticulture and allied sciences | Not top 40 |
| Kamdhenu University | State specialised university | Gandhinagar | Veterinary, animal, dairy and fisheries | Not top 40 |
| GNFSU | State university | Halol | Natural farming | Not top 40 |
| Ganpat University – KKP Institute | Private university | Mehsana | B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture | Not top 40 |
| P P Savani University | Private university | Surat | B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture | Not top 40 |
Admission process in Gujarat
- Common admission: The four state agricultural universities use a common admission framework through the Council of State Agricultural Universities. Visit GSAUCA for UG notices, prospectuses, merit lists and counselling.
- Eligibility and entrance: Current rules may require 10+2 science subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and Biology, English and GUJCET. Verify subject combinations, qualifying marks, entrance weightage and reservation in the latest prospectus.
- ICAR seats: Review the current ICAR admission bulletin and counselling schedule for all-India seats and participating programmes.
- Private universities: Confirm degree title, campus, approved intake, fees, scholarships, refund policy and practical training before paying.
- Veterinary and fisheries: Kamdhenu University programmes have distinct eligibility and professional requirements. Veterinary courses are not the same as B.Sc. Agriculture.
- Accreditation: Check the exact institution, programme, campus, intake and validity in the latest ICAR accreditation documents. UGC recognition, NIRF ranking and ICAR programme accreditation are different checks.
Explore agriculture colleges in other states
Continue with Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand and West Bengal. Also see our national private agricultural universities guide.
Plan your agriculture education in Gujarat
Compare courses, campus facilities, admission routes, fees and current accreditation before selecting an institution.
Common admission portal · AAU · NAU · JAU · SDAU · Kamdhenu University
Official sources
- NIRF 2025 – Agriculture and Allied Sectors.
- Gujarat State Agricultural Universities – Common Admissions.
- GSAUCA – PG admission portal.
- ICAR – State Agricultural Universities.
- AAU – undergraduate courses.
- Navsari Agricultural University.
- JAU – admission details.
- SDAU.
- Kamdhenu University.
- Ganpat University – B.Sc. Agriculture.
- P P Savani University – School of Agriculture.
- ICAR – accreditation lists.
Editorial note: This guide is informational and is not an official ranking or admission notification. NIRF figures refer to 2025. Course availability, eligibility, intake, fees and accreditation can change; confirm current details with institutions and regulators.
