Saurashtra University was established on 23 May 1967 with the mission to provide an educational facelift to the economically downtrodden region of Saurashtra. In more than three decades of its performance the University and the region have come a long way. It covers 7 major districts of Saurashtra region. It provides one of the most modern and sophisticated infrastructures in the region for higher studies, with all major Departments having their own buildings and other facilities. At present, Saurashtra University has 154 affiliated colleges and 2 recognized institutions functioning under it. The University campus situated on the posh University Road locality in Rajkot is spread across approximately 500 acres (2.0 km2) of lush green land with almost all Departments connected with road. The University has 27 PG Departments. It has 3 modern PG hostels accommodating 225 students along with a huge central library. Almost all Departments have their own customized library. It has a common senate hall, a canteen, a medical check up center, staff quarters and an employment information and guidance bureau. The university has been awarded 4 star rating by the NAAC