Excellence in
Agricultural Education
A Legacy of Academic Leadership
Established in 1975, the PGIA has been at the forefront of providing quality education for professionals in the agricultural sector. We cater to the needs of the nation and the region by producing highly competent scientists, administrators, and policy makers.
Our institute is uniquely positioned within the University of Peradeniya, allowing for extensive interdisciplinary collaboration and access to a wealth of academic resources.
Academic Rigor
SLQF-aligned Masters, MPhil, and Doctoral pathways benchmarked against international standards.
Applied Science
Annual Annual Congress, high-impact peer-reviewed journals, and national field trials.
National Policy
Advising state ministries, agricultural research institutes, and global food agencies.
Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture
Old Galaha Road, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
Prof. D.K.N.G. Pushpakumara
Director, PGIA
Senior Professor of Crop Science
Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture
University of Peradeniya
Welcome to the PGIA.
Welcome to the Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture (PGIA) at the University of Peradeniya.
As Sri Lanka’s premier postgraduate institution for agricultural education and research, PGIA is committed to advancing knowledge and skills, promoting sustainable practices, and preparing the next generation of professionals to tackle the complex challenges in agriculture and allied fields.
We take immense pride in delivering rigorous postgraduate curricula that reflect the evolving challenges of regional food security, sustainable agribusiness, biotechnology, and environmental stewardship. Through an elite academic faculty and state-of-the-art laboratory infrastructure, we provide an enriching, multidisciplinary learning environment.
Our programs are designed to foster innovation, critical thinking, and leadership skills, empowering our graduates to make significant contributions to both the national and global agricultural sectors. PGIA alumni are recognized for their expertise and skill, dedication, integrity, and adaptability, and we are confident that you, too, will play a vital role in advancing agriculture and allied fields in Sri Lanka and beyond.
As we approach the golden jubilee of the PGIA, I warmly invite you to explore our academic offerings, research opportunities, and potential collaborations.
Together, we can make impactful developments in shaping the future of agriculture for the betterment of society.
Thank you for visiting our website. We look forward to welcoming you to PGIA.
Warm regards
Prof. D.K.N.G. Pushpakumara
Director, Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture
University of Peradeniya
Pioneering
Agricultural
Excellence
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