Acharya Nagarjuna University

Acharya Nagarjuna University, named after the illustrious Buddhist philosopher Acharya Nagarjuna, was established in 1976 and is strategically located between Vijayawada and Guntur on the Kolkata - Chennai National Highway (NH 16). The university was inaugurated on 11th September 1976 by the former President of India, Sri Fakruddin Ali Ahmed, and celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 2001. Notably, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded “A+”-grade accreditation to Acharya Nagarjuna University, reinforcing its status as a premier institution.