Dean of the Agriculture Faculty

Dean’s Biography – Faculty of Agriculture, Paktia University

Associate Professor Dr. Mohammad Daud Ahmadzai
Dean, Faculty of Agriculture
Paktia University – Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

Associate Professor Dr. Mohammad Daud Ahmadzai is a distinguished academic, researcher, and higher education leader, currently serving as Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Paktia University. Since his appointment in 2024, Dr. Ahmadzai has played a pivotal role in advancing academic programs, strengthening research capacity, and fostering community engagement.

Born in 1985 in Logar Province, Afghanistan, Mr. Ahmadzai completed his primary, secondary, and higher secondary education at Hazrat Qais ibn Saad High School, graduating in 2003. In 2004, he successfully passed Afghanistan’s Kankor National Entrance Examination and was admitted to the Faculty of Agriculture at Kabul University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Agricultural Economics and Extension in 2007.

Following graduation, Mr. Ahmadzai was appointed as a Teaching Assistant at Paktia University in 2008. He later pursued graduate studies in India, enrolling at Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU), Hyderabad, where he completed his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Agricultural Economics in 2011. Continuing his academic journey, in 2015 he joined Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU), Gujarat, India, for his doctoral research. In 2018, he was awarded the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Agricultural Economics after successfully defending his dissertation.

Upon his return to Afghanistan, Dr. Ahmadzai resumed his academic service at Paktia University as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Extension. In this role, he contributed extensively to curriculum development, agricultural research, and student mentorship. Recognizing his leadership, in 2019 he was appointed Head of the Department, where he actively shaped academic governance and institutional development.

In 2024, Dr. Ahmadzai was appointed Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Paktia University, where he continues to lead with a vision focused on academic excellence, research innovation, and service to Afghanistan’s agricultural sector.

Dr. Ahmadzai has led numerous research projects, collaborated with national and international institutions, and published extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Under his leadership, the Faculty of Agriculture has expanded its academic programs, strengthened research capacity, and established partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations.

His leadership is grounded in integrity, academic freedom, collaboration, and innovation. With a long-term vision.

Dr. Mohammad Daud Ahmadzai’s professional journey reflects academic achievement, research excellence, and unwavering commitment to the development of Afghanistan’s agricultural sector. His dedication continues to inspire students, colleagues, and stakeholders across the country.