1. Basic Information
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University |
| Former Name | Amravati University |
| Established | 1 May 1983 |
| Type | State Public University |
| Location | Amravati, Maharashtra |
| Main Campus | Amravati, Maharashtra |
| Jurisdiction | Amravati, Akola, Buldhana, Yavatmal and Washim |
| Campus Area | Approximately 470.63 acres |
| Teaching Departments | 28 |
| Affiliated Colleges | 441 colleges as per university list dated 18 December 2024 |
| Recognition | UGC 2(f) and 12(B) |
| NAAC Accreditation | B++ Grade, CGPA 2.96 |
| Formerly Known As | Amravati University |
| Official Website | sgbau.ac.in |
The university’s official profile states that it was established on 1 May 1983 and currently has a campus of about 470.63 acres, 28 teaching departments and jurisdiction across five Western Vidarbha districts. Its affiliated-college page records 441 colleges as of 18 December 2024.
2. Location & Campus
Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University is located in Amravati, Maharashtra, and serves as an important centre for higher education in the Western Vidarbha region.
The university’s campus is spread across approximately 470.63 acres, providing space for academic departments, laboratories, administrative facilities, student services, hostels, sports and research activities. The current Vice-Chancellor’s message describes the university as a centre of teaching and learning for Western Vidarbha and notes a campus of around 480 acres.
The university’s jurisdiction covers five districts:
- Amravati
- Akola
- Buldhana
- Yavatmal
- Washim
This makes SGBAU particularly important for students looking for undergraduate and postgraduate education across the Vidarbha region.
3. Admission Information
Admissions at Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University depend on the programme and may be conducted through merit, university-level entrance examinations or other admission processes prescribed for the particular course.
The university currently publishes 2026–27 academic information, including updated NEP curriculum, programme information and admission-related notices. The university website also lists specific entrance-based admissions, such as M.Sc. Biotechnology through an entrance process.
Students generally need to:
- Check the eligibility criteria for their chosen course.
- Register through the applicable university or admission portal.
- Appear for an entrance examination where required.
- Follow merit-list or selection procedures.
- Complete document verification.
- Pay the prescribed fees within the admission deadline.
Students applying to affiliated colleges should check the individual college’s admission process because admission rules can vary between university departments and affiliated institutions.
4. Undergraduate Programmes
SGBAU offers undergraduate education through its university departments as well as its extensive affiliated-college network.
The university’s current NEP 2026–27 curriculum covers undergraduate education across Science & Technology, Humanities, Commerce & Management and Inter-disciplinary Studies.
Major undergraduate areas include:
- B.Sc.
- B.Sc. Biotechnology
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Physics
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Botany
- B.Sc. Zoology
- B.Sc. Geology
- B.Sc. Home Science
- B.A.
- B.Com.
- BBA
- BCA
- B.A. Journalism and Mass Communication
- Engineering programmes
- Technology programmes
- Law
- Education
- Pharmacy and other professional programmes through affiliated institutions
The university is also implementing multidisciplinary and NEP-oriented undergraduate programmes. The 2026–27 interdisciplinary curriculum includes B.Sc. Home Science, B.Sc. Animation and B.A. Journalism and Mass Communication, among others.
5. Postgraduate Programmes
Postgraduate education is a major component of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University’s academic structure.
Science & Technology
Major postgraduate areas include:
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- M.Sc. Physics
- M.Sc. Mathematics
- M.Sc. Statistics
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Microbiology
- M.Sc. Geology
- M.Sc. Applied Geology
- M.Sc. Electronics
- M.Sc. Applied Electronics
- M.Sc. Environmental Science
- MCA
- M.Tech. programmes
- Chemical Technology-related programmes
The university’s current curriculum pages show updated 2026–27 programmes in areas such as Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Information Technology and Chemical Technology.
Humanities & Social Sciences
Postgraduate programmes are also offered in areas such as:
- M.A. Marathi
- M.A. English
- M.A. Hindi
- M.A. History
- M.A. Economics
- M.A. Political Science
- M.A. Sociology
- M.A. Psychology
- M.A. Education
- M.A. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Thought
- M.A. Lifelong Learning & Extension
- M.A. Counseling & Psychotherapy
- M.A. Naturopathy and Yogic Science
- M.A. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Thoughts & Management
The university’s Lifelong Learning department currently lists two-year M.A. programmes in Lifelong Learning & Extension, Naturopathy and Yogic Science, Counseling & Psychotherapy, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Thoughts and Management.
Commerce & Management
- M.Com.
- MBA
- Management-related postgraduate programmes
Home Science
The university also offers specialised postgraduate programmes in Home Science, including:
- M.Sc. Home Science – Communication and Extension
- M.Sc. Home Science – Food Science and Nutrition
- M.Sc. Home Science – Resource Management
The department also provides research opportunities in these areas.
6. Ph.D. / Research Programmes
Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University has a significant research component, with doctoral research opportunities across its teaching departments and affiliated research centres.
Ph.D. research areas include disciplines such as:
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Computer Science
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Botany
- Zoology
- Geology
- Environmental Science
- Education
- English
- Marathi
- Hindi
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Economics
- Commerce
- Management
- Home Science
- Law
- Physical Education
- other recognised research disciplines
The university is currently conducting Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) 2026, demonstrating that doctoral admissions and research activity remain an active part of its current academic cycle.
Research activities are supported through university departments, research centres, innovation initiatives and academic collaborations.
7. University Departments & Academic Areas
Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University has 28 teaching departments and offers education across a wide range of disciplines.
Major university departments include:
- Applied Electronics
- Biotechnology
- Botany
- Business Administration & Management
- Chemical Technology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Education
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Thought
- English
- Geology
- Hindi
- Home Science
- Law
- Library & Information Science
- Marathi
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Physical Education
- Statistics
- Sociology
- Zoology
The university’s broader academic structure is organised around four major faculties covering Science & Technology, Humanities, Commerce & Management and Inter-disciplinary Studies. Its current NEP curriculum continues to expand multidisciplinary and technology-oriented education.
8. Campus & Facilities
The university provides infrastructure for academic learning, research, residential life and student development.
Major facilities and activities include:
- Central library and learning resources
- Departmental laboratories
- Computer and digital learning facilities
- Hostels
- Sports facilities
- Gymnasium
- Health and student-support facilities
- NSS activities
- Student development programmes
- Research and innovation facilities
- Skill-development initiatives
- Examination and evaluation facilities
- Internet and ICT infrastructure
- Seminar and conference facilities
The university also has a Model Degree College at Buldhana, extending its academic presence beyond the main Amravati campus.
Its current institutional initiatives include the SGBAU Research and Incubation Foundation, Intellectual Property Rights Cell, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan activities and student development programmes.
9. Affiliated Colleges / Student Life / Career Opportunities
Affiliated Colleges
Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University has a large affiliated-college network spread across its five-district jurisdiction.
The university’s official affiliated-college page lists 441 affiliated colleges as of 18 December 2024. Because this is the latest consolidated figure explicitly published on the university’s affiliated-college page, it is better to use this date-qualified figure rather than presenting it as an unqualified current 2026 count.
The affiliated-college network includes institutions offering programmes in:
- Arts
- Commerce
- Science
- Engineering
- Technology
- Pharmacy
- Law
- Education
- Management
- Computer Applications
- Social Work
- Home Science
- Physical Education
- Other professional and vocational areas
For Admission Katta, these affiliated colleges should be maintained as separate college profiles linked to SGBAU, rather than being presented as departments of the university itself.
Student Life
Student life at SGBAU extends beyond regular classroom education through:
- NSS
- Sports
- Cultural activities
- Student development programmes
- Research activities
- Seminars and workshops
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- University-level academic events
The university also places emphasis on skill development and improving opportunities for students from rural and economically disadvantaged communities.
Career & Placement Opportunities
Career opportunities vary considerably according to the programme and whether a student studies at a university department or an affiliated college.
Students from technology, computer science, management, biotechnology, microbiology, commerce and other professional disciplines can pursue opportunities in industry, services, research, education, government and entrepreneurship.
The university’s focus on skill development, research, innovation and incubation complements conventional academic education and provides additional avenues for students interested in employability and entrepreneurship.
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