Universities in Jammu & Kashmir (2026)

Following the reorganization of the former state into the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh in 2019, Jammu & Kashmir continues to maintain a strong higher education framework with over 20 UGC-recognized universities. The region is home to historic institutions like the University of Jammu (est. 1969) and the University of Kashmir (Srinagar), as well as specialized universities such as Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) and Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST). In recent years, new institutions like the Central University of Jammu and Cluster University of Srinagar have been established to expand access and quality.

This page provides a verified, up-to-date directory of all universities in Jammu & Kashmir, categorized by type: Central Universities (e.g., Central University of Jammu), State Universities (e.g., Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Rajouri), and Private Universities operating under the J&K Private Universities Act. Each listing includes location, year of establishment, official website, program offerings (arts, science, engineering, law, agriculture, Islamic studies, and more), and accreditation status from UGC, NAAC, or AICTE—ensuring alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.