About
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), often informally referred to as Gazipur Agricultural University due to its location, is a premier public institution in Bangladesh specializing in agricultural sciences. It is highly regarded for its comprehensive programs and research in agriculture, fisheries, and veterinary medicine, alongside strong faculties in Agricultural Economics and Food Science & Technology. BSMRAU actively recruits international students, especially for its postgraduate degrees, providing assistance with admissions, visa procedures, and accommodation through its dedicated international student support services. A distinctive characteristic is its deep commitment to practical, field-based research and direct engagement with local farming communities for agricultural development.
Background
Gazipur Agricultural University (GAU) (Bengali: গাজীপুর কৃষি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় (গাকৃবি)) is a public agricultural university in Bangladesh, established in 1998. It was the first Graduate Agricultural Institute in Bangladesh emphasizing research and extension. It is located at South Salna, in Gazipur District. It is 9.5 kilometres (5.9 mi) from Gazipur Chowrasta, just east of the Dhaka-Mymensingh Highway. As of Times Higher Education World University Ranking of 2025, Gazipur Agricultural University (GAU) stood first in all categories among all universities of Bangladesh. Moreover, according to the "Scimago Institute Rankings, 2021" report, Gazipur Agricultural University was ranked first in these three indices of research, innovation and social position among the public and private universities of Bangladesh considering international standards.
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