Centenary Year of Andhra University

The Andhra University Centenary commemorative stamp celebrates one of India’s oldest and most prestigious institutions. Established in 1926, the university has been a cornerstone of academic excellence in Visakhapatnam for a century.

The brochure details the university’s impressive scale and impact:

Infrastructure and Academics

The sprawling 425-acre campus operates like a self-sustained city, housing 215 buildings and 58 departments. With 188 ICT-enabled classrooms and 16 specialized research centers, it provides a modern environment for its 5,200+ students. The university holds a prestigious NAAC Grade ‘A++’ with a score of 3.74, reflecting its commitment to high-level pedagogy.

Innovation and Research

Andhra University has evolved into a hub for modern industry and entrepreneurship through initiatives like:

• a-Hub: A 4-star rated incubation center supporting 135 start-ups.
• Algorithm: A dedicated digital zone with 25 smart classrooms.
• Industry Collaborations: Specialized schools and centers for International Business, Machine Intelligence & IoT, and pharma incubation.

Distinguished Legacy

The university’s alumni list is a testament to its national importance. It includes Nobel laureate Sir C.V. Raman, world-renowned statistician Prof. C.R. Rao, former Vice-President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu, and Dr. Neeli Bendapudi, President of Penn State University.

This Department of Posts release honors the university’s transition from a regional educational center to a global institution of research and nation-building as it enters its second century.