In pursuance of the recommendations of Knowledge Commission, Krishna University was established, vide Andhra Pradesh Act.No.4 of 1991, G.O’ Ms. No.89 Higher Education (U.E.II) dated 25/06/2008 and G.O Ms. No.109, Higher Education (U.E.II) department dated 14/07/2008 at Machilipatnam, as the town is the head-quarters of Krishna District of Andhra Pradesh. On 23/04/08, The then Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr.Y Rajasekhara Reddy laid the foundation stone for the University. A Feasibility committee headed by Prof. K. Viyyanna Rao visited Machilipatnam for establishing the University.

KRISHNA DISTRICT

Krishna University largely caters to the higher educational needs of people in Krishna District in particular and Andhra Pradesh in general. This district is famous for its fertile soil, rich mineral resources, aqua culture and horticulture etc. This district is also widely known for its publishing houses.

MACHILIPATNAM

Krishna University is established in a great historic coastal town called Machilipatnam, which is the head-quarters of Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. The town is a special grade municipality in Krishna district existing since 3rd century BC.