GAU ranked top Bangladesh public university in THE Sustainability Impact report

Gazipur Agricultural University (GAU) has secured the highest position among all public universities in Bangladesh in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.

The university has also been placed in the prestigious 401–600 global band, marking a significant leap forward in its commitment to sustainable development, research excellence, and societal impact. The rankings, published by Times Higher Education on Wednesday, assessed 1,646 universities from 116 countries and regions based on their contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

GAU demonstrated remarkable performance across several SDG indicators. In SDG 1 (No Poverty), the university ranked 82nd globally with a score of 74.8. In SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), a category closely aligned with its agricultural mission, GAU secured the 66th position worldwide with a score of 78.3. The university also achieved a strong standing in SDG 4 (Quality Education), making it into the global 101–200 band.

This achievement reflects an extraordinary rise from the university’s position in the 801–1000 band in the previous year's rankings.

The university has also consistently secured leading positions in various international assessments over recent years. In the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2026, GAU emerged as the only public university in Bangladesh to be ranked among the world's top 100 institutions in the Financial Impact-Driven Transfer Technology category, securing an impressive 23rd place.

It also ranked first among Bangladesh's agricultural universities in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2026.

Expressing his delight at the achievement, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr GKM Mustafizur Rahman said, “This recognition is not merely a ranking milestone, it is a testament to the collective dedication of our faculty members, researchers, students, officers, staff, alumni and partners. It reflects our shared commitment to generating knowledge that serves society and contributes to a more sustainable future.”

He added, “This achievement inspires us to aim even higher. We remain committed to delivering world-class education, advancing impactful research, and nurturing future leaders who will contribute meaningfully to Bangladesh’s development and towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.”