India’s higher education system stands tall with its network of Central Universities, which are established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the Government of India. These universities ensure high academic standards, promote research, and make quality education accessible to students across all states and union territories.
As of 2025, there are 56 Central Universities in India — each dedicated to advancing knowledge, innovation, and cultural diversity. Let’s explore the complete list along with their details and website links.
What Are Central Universities?
Central Universities are governed directly by the Department of Higher Education, under the Ministry of Education (MoE) and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under sections 2(f) and 12(B) of the UGC Act, 1956.
They are known for:
- High academic and research standards
- National-level admission and recruitment processes
- Advanced infrastructure and faculty excellence
- Scholarships and inclusive education
Complete List of Central Universities in India (2025)
Below is the state-wise and alphabetical list of 56 Central Universities, including their address, postal code, and website information.
| S.No | Name of the University | Address | State | Status | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aligarh Muslim University | Zainul Abidin Road, Aligarh – 202001 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 2 | Assam University | Silchar, Dargakona, Cachar – 788001 | Assam | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 3 | Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University | Vidya Vihar, Rae Bareily Road, Lucknow – 226025 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 4 | Banaras Hindu University | Ajagara, Varanasi – 221005 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 5 | Central Agricultural University | Lamphelpat, Imphal West – 795004 | Manipur | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 6 | Central Sanskrit University | 56–57 Institutional Area, Janakpuri – 110058 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 7 | Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh | Kondakarakam (PO), Cantonment (SPO), Vizianagaram – 535003 | Andhra Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 8 | Central University of Andhra Pradesh | Chinmaya Nagar, Anantapur – 515002 | Andhra Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 9 | Central University of Gujarat | Sector-29, Gandhinagar – 382030 | Gujarat | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 10 | Central University of Haryana | Jant-Pali, Mahendergarh – 123029 | Haryana | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 11 | Central University of Himachal Pradesh | Dharamshala, Kangra – 176215 | Himachal Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 12 | Central University of Jammu | Rahya-Suchani, District Samba – 181143 | Jammu and Kashmir | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 13 | Central University of Jharkhand | Brambe, Ranchi – 835222 | Jharkhand | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 14 | Central University of Karnataka | Kadaganchi, Gulbarga – 585311 | Karnataka | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 15 | Central University of Kashmir | Duderhama, Ganderbal – 191201 | Jammu and Kashmir | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 16 | Central University of Kerala | Periye (PO), Kasaragod (DT) – 671316 | Kerala | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 17 | Central University of Odisha | Sunabeda, Koraput – 763004 | Odisha | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 18 | Central University of Punjab | Bathinda – 151401 | Punjab | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 19 | Central University of Rajasthan | Kishangarh, Ajmer – 305801 | Rajasthan | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 20 | Central University of South Bihar | Gaya, Bihar – 824236 | Bihar | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 21 | Central University of Tamil Nadu | Tiruvarur – 610005 | Tamil Nadu | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 22 | Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya | Sagar – 470003 | Madhya Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 23 | Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University | Samastipur – 848125 | Bihar | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 24 | English and Foreign Languages University | Tarnaka, Hyderabad – 500007 | Telangana | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 25 | Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya | Lalbaug, Vadodara – 390004 | Gujarat | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 26 | Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya | Bilaspur – 495009 | Chhattisgarh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 27 | Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University | Srinagar, Garhwal – 246174 | Uttarakhand | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 28 | Indian Maritime University | Semmencherry, Chennai – 600119 | Tamil Nadu | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 29 | Indira Gandhi National Open University | Maidan Garhi, New Delhi – 110068 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 30 | Jamia Millia Islamia | Jamia Nagar, New Delhi – 110025 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 31 | Jawaharlal Nehru University | New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi – 110067 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 32 | Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya | Wardha – 442001 | Maharashtra | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 33 | Mahatma Gandhi Central University | Motihari, East Champaran – 845401 | Bihar | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 34 | Manipur University | Canchipur, Imphal – 795003 | Manipur | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 35 | Maulana Azad National Urdu University | Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032 | Telangana | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 36 | Mizoram University | Aizawl – 796009 | Mizoram | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 37 | Nagaland University | Lumami, Kohima – 798627 | Nagaland | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 38 | Nalanda University | Rajgir, Nalanda – 803116 | Bihar | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 39 | National Sanskrit University | Tirupati – 517507 | Andhra Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 40 | National Sports University | Imphal – 795001 | Manipur | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 41 | North Eastern Hill University | Shillong – 793022 | Meghalaya | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 42 | Pondicherry University | Kalapet, Puducherry – 605014 | Puducherry | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 43 | Rajiv Gandhi National Aviation University | Raebareli – 229302 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 44 | Rajiv Gandhi University | Itanagar – 791112 | Arunachal Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 45 | Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University | Jhansi – 284003 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 46 | Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University | New Delhi – 110016 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 47 | Sikkim University | Tadong, Gangtok – 737102 | Sikkim | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 48 | Sindhu Central University | Leh-Ladakh – 194101 | Ladakh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 49 | South Asian University | Chanakyapuri, New Delhi – 110021 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 50 | Tezpur University | Tezpur – 784028 | Assam | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 51 | The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University | Amarkantak, Anuppur – 484887 | Madhya Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 52 | Tripura University | Agartala – 799130 | Tripura | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 53 | University of Allahabad | Prayagraj – 211002 | Uttar Pradesh | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 54 | University of Delhi | Delhi – 110007 | Delhi | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 55 | University of Hyderabad | Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500046 | Telangana | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
| 56 | Visva Bharati | Santiniketan, Birbhum – 731235 | West Bengal | 2(f) & 12(B) | View Website |
Why Choose a Central University?
Studying at a Central University offers numerous benefits:
- Nationwide recognition of degrees
- Highly qualified faculty and research-driven education
- Affordable tuition fees with scholarships
- Vibrant campus life with cultural diversity
Central Universities are the backbone of India’s higher education ecosystem. With 56 universities spread across every region, they provide students from all backgrounds access to quality learning and research opportunities.
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