Gujarat University [GU], Ahmedabad established in 1949 is a State University, currently having 94th position in NIRF Ranking 2024. GU Ahmedabad is approved by UGC, BCI and NMC (MCI), and is accredited by NAAC-B. Admission in Gujarat University is offered in Engineering, Management and Humanities at UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate level with scholarship benefits to deserving students.
| Institute Name | Gujarat University, Ahmedabad |
| Estd. Year | 1949 |
| Approved/Recognised by | UGC, BCI, NMC (MCI) |
| Type | State University |
| Accreditation | NAAC-B |
| Programmes offered | UG/ PG/ Diploma/ Doctorate/ Certificate |
| Chancellor | Shri Acharya Dev Vrat |
| Address | Navrangpura, Ahmedabad - 380009, Gujarat, India |
| Contact Number | 08928033694, 079-26300105, 079-26308565 |
| Official Website | https://www.gujaratuniversity.ac.in/ |
Since 1949, Gujarat University has been promoting quality education in a wide range of streams to a large group of young aspirants. The UGC has approved the University. It is accredited by BCI and MCI.
The University has a mission of empowering young students through a modernised curriculum and innovative teaching methods. The university envisages to promote research, consultancy and extension for the benefit of society. Its vision is to impart value-based education among students and produce efficient individuals who can contribute to the economic development of society.
Notices of admission for different courses are published on the official website of Gujarat University. Interested candidates have to check the website regularly and register themselves for taking admission. They can click on “More Details” given below the “Admission” tab that appears on the main page. Here they will find multiple links for applying for different courses. They need to click on the desired link and follow the instructions as given to proceed further.
Students belonging to SC / ST or lower backward classes are provided with around 30 scholarship schemes by Gujarat University that are initiated by the Government of Gujarat. These scholarships help in influencing students to believe in their potential and perform better in academics. Research Scholars can also avail SHODH-Scheme of Developing High-quality Research provided by the Government of Gujarat.
| Rank By | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|
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94 out of 200 | 2024 (Overall) |
| 85 out of 200 | 2023 (Overall) | |
| 73 out of 200 | 2022 (Overall) | |
| 62 out of 200 | 2021 (Overall) | |
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10 out of 75 | 2022 (State Public Universities) |
| 12 out of 75 | 2021 (State Public Universities) | |
| 14 out of 70 | 2020 (State Public Universities) | |
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9 out of 10 | 2021 (Government Technical University & Deemed to be University) |
The University has a Placement Cell that has an objective to identify potential employers for students to assist them in accomplishing higher targets in the future. The Cell also educates students about available career options and prepares them for the future by developing skills and job-search strategies needed to achieve career objectives. It also assists them in their personality development and improving communication skills by arranging seminars or classes of experts from industries.
Some major recruiters of the University are L&T Electrical & Automation, Parshwanath Life Science, Finecure Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Sourceved Technologies Pvt Ltd, Ekoching, QSEC Tiles, Tata Consultancy Services, and others.
The campus of Gujarat University has been spread over an area of around 300 acres and is surrounded by eco-friendly green fields to provide students with a sustainable environment to complete their studies. The campus also has a Garden Space where students can have discussions, debates, and sometimes classes. Further information about Infrastructure and Facilities is given below:
