The Vice Chancellor serves as the primary executive officer at Agriculture and Forestry University and is appointed by the Chancellor, who is the esteemed Prime Minister of Nepal, following recommendations from a specially constituted committee.
The Vice Chancellor operates directly from the university and oversees the academic, administrative, and financial aspects of the institution while actively supporting its activities. Responsibilities include ensuring the fulfillment of the university's mission and objectives. In this role, the Vice Chancellor has the authority to approve all policies, rules, and regulations of the university.
Currently, Prof. Dr. Saradha Thapaliya holds the position of Acting Vice Chancellor at the university.