Ahmedabad University is a private, non-profit research university located in Gujarat, India. Established in 2009 by the Ahmedabad Education Society, it comprises six schools and ten centres. The university offers a liberal education focused on interdisciplinary learning, research thinking, and experiential learning. Ahmedabad University provides diverse programmes across the humanities, arts, natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, and management.
Ahmedabad University was established by the Ahmedabad Education Society (AES), a non-profit educational foundation that has founded several prominent Indian academic institutions. The University's foundation is rooted in the vision of Kasturbhai Lalbhai, a distinguished figure in the Indian textile industry, and is guided by the motto of continuous progress of self and society.
Ahmedabad University's governance structure includes a Board of Governors comprising industry and academic leaders. As of 2025, the Board includes Sanjay Lalbhai (Chancellor, Chairman, and Managing Director of Arvind Limited) and Pankaj Chandra (Vice Chancellor), in addition to Naushad Forbes (Co-Chairman of Forbes Marshall), Punit Lalbhai (Vice Chairman of Arvind Limited), Sudhir Mehta (Chairman Emeritus of Torrent Group), Naishadh Parikh (Chairman and Managing Director of Equinox Solutions Ltd.), and Pankaj Patel (Chairman and Managing Director of Zydus Lifesciences), among others.
The Board of Governors, along with the University's deans and an academic board of scholars, oversee academic decisions, curriculum development, research initiatives, and other university-related matters.
The Ahmedabad University campus is situated in the Navrangpura area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, often referred to as the "University Area." The 158-acre campus features the internationally recognised University Centre, an urban forest with diverse flora and fauna, seven cafeterias, and various academic resources, including laboratories, high-performance computing system, and libraries.
Ahmedabad University provides comprehensive student facilities, encompassing on-campus accommodation, sports facilities, recreational spaces, and a wellness center. Ahmedabad University is an eco-friendly campus that has implemented sustainability strategies to mitigate the effects of extreme heat, reduce water runoff, and expand green spaces for the university community and surrounding area.
The university provides multidisciplinary undergraduate programmes in arts, sciences, humanities, technology, and management. A mandatory Foundation Programme, consisting of four studio courses focused on diverse aspects of society, precedes major declaration. All undergraduate students are encouraged to undertake a capstone project or engage in undergraduate research project to develop academic research skills. These undergraduate programmes offer students the flexibility to choose from a variety of courses to make learning interdisciplinary.
Ahmedabad University offers interdisciplinary, research-driven, and practice-oriented graduate degrees. Current offerings include programmes in business administration, heritage management, economics, and quantitative finance], and technology with specialisations composites, computer science and engineering, and microelectronics and semiconductors.
The university provides interdisciplinary PhD programmes in management, arts and sciences, engineering and applied science, and public health.
Ahmedabad University offers continuing education and executive programmes designed for professionals. These programmes include the Global Executive Master of Business Administration in Pharmaceutical Management, Transforming R&D in Indian Firms, and the GROW Executive General Management Programme. These programmes aim to provide advanced knowledge and skills for career advancement.
Ahmedabad University offers certificate programmes that enable participants to enhance their professional portfolios. Current offerings include programmes in business analytics, financial analysis, digital marketing, physiotherapy for the visually impaired, translation and creative writing, and composites.
Admission to Ahmedabad University's programmes requires the submission of an application form. For undergraduate programmes, applicants are evaluated based on their Grade XII test scores, application materials, and a personal interview. Graduate programme admissions consider applicants' academic performance in prior graduate studies, competitive examination scores (where applicable), application materials, and a personal interview. The university employs a holistic review process to assess applicants' fit with the University's culture and academic environment.
Ahmedabad University offers both merit-based and need-based scholarships to eligible students.
Amrut Mody School of Management at Ahmedabad University.
The Bagchi School of Public Health.
The School of Arts and Sciences follows a pedagogical approach. The School has five academic divisions: Biological and Life Sciences, Humanities and Languages, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Performing and Visual Arts, and Social Sciences.
The School of Engineering and Applied Science delivers undergraduate and graduate engineering programmes.
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The Centre works in collaboration nationally and globally with colleagues having related interests.
The Centre, spanning two campuses â the Blind People's Association and the School for the Deaf and Mute Society, supports the programme in physiotherapy with resources.
Ahmedabad UniversityâÂÂs Bagchi School of Public Health partnered with the Self Employed WomenâÂÂs Association (SEWA) to establish Sahyog: Centre for Promoting Health. The collaboration combines strengths in health promotion, research, training, epidemiology, community empowerment, and outreach.
The Climate Institute at Ahmedabad University facilitates the development of solutions for climate, energy, and environmental challenges in the Global South by integrating local, national, and international resources. The Centre achieves this through education, research, and strategic partnerships, accelerating the implementation of innovative and impactful solutions.
VentureStudio, the innovation and startup incubation centre at Ahmedabad University, was established in collaboration with Stanford University Design School in 2011. Since its inception, the Centre has supported over 150 startups in diverse science and technology domains such as Healthcare, BioTechnology, Life Sciences, Medical Devices, Diagnostics, Engineering, Agriculture, Fintech, Hardware, Industry 4.0, and Enterprise Software, among others. In 2017, the Department of BioTechnology chose the Centre to support BioIncubation activities in Gujarat.
Ahmedabad University has entered into collaborations with several international research universities for academic development. These include:
Ahmedabad University's faculty comprises approximately 200 academics and industry professionals with expertise in management, technology, humanities, arts, public health, and related fields.
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Student residencies offer comfortable, safe, and secure living accommodations that foster a sense of community and celebrate diversity in ideas, lifestyles, and cultural practices.
Ahmedabad University offers a comprehensive sports and games programme. Activities available include indoor and outdoor sports such as basketball, badminton, chess, cricket, carom, football, frisbee, shooting, table tennis, tennis, and volleyball. The University Centre features a gymnasium with modern equipment and a trained instructor.
Ahmedabad University has nearly 30 student clubs and associations, designed to facilitate participation in co-curricular, academic, and social events. These enhance the student experience, enabling students to develop their skills, pursue interests, and build networks.
The university's Circle of Care programme provides incoming students with a support network consisting of faculty advisors, senior student mentors, and peer groups. This programme aims to assist students with their transition to university life by offering academic and personal guidance. The university counsellor and career development centre provide additional support.
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Ahmedabad University's Career Development Centre assists graduating students in preparing for professional careers.
Ahmedabad University student community comprises 4000 students with more than 100 students pursuing PhD.