Acharya Nagarjuna University, a state university established in 1976, has been constantly
striving towards achieving progress and expansion during its existence for over three
decades, in terms of introducing new courses in the University Colleges, affiliated colleges
and professional colleges. It is one of the front ranking and fastest expanding Universities
in the state of Andhra Pradesh. Its aim is to remain connected academically at the forefront
of all higher educational institutions.
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. The National Assessment and
Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded A grade to Acharya Nagarjuna University. 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.