Henan Agricultural University is not a 2 1 1 engineering university, nor is it a 985 engineering university. 2 1 1 Project and 985 Project are two key construction projects in China at the beginning of the 20th century, aiming at improving the level of higher education. By March 20, 2024, there is no new evaluation, but it will be unified into a "double-class" university.

Henan Agricultural University was jointly established by China people, Ministry of Agriculture, State Forestry Administration, State Tobacco Monopoly Bureau and Henan Provincial People's Government. It is a provincial key university in Henan Province and has been selected into national and provincial education and scientific research projects for many times.