Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), located on Lawley Road in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is a premier state public university dedicated to agricultural education and research. Established in 1971, it traces its roots back to the Agricultural School at Saidapet (1868) and later the College of Agriculture at Coimbatore (1906), making it one of the oldest institutions of agricultural learning in India.
TNAU offers programs at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels across disciplines such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Agribusiness Management, and Food Sciences. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and works closely with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The university has consistently ranked among the top agricultural institutions in India, with strong placements in NIRF rankings.
The Coimbatore campus is expansive, equipped with research laboratories, experimental farms, libraries, hostels, and innovation centers, fostering both academic and practical training. TNAU also operates constituent colleges, research stations, and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) across Tamil Nadu, ensuring regional outreach and farmer-centric extension services.
Guided by its mission of “Agriculture for Prosperity”, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University continues to play a vital role in advancing agricultural education, research, and extension, contributing significantly to food security, rural development, and sustainable farming practices in India.