Top Agricultural Universities in India (As per ICAR 2023 Rankings)
Rank – University Name – Location – Specialization
1️⃣ Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) – New Delhi – India’s most prestigious national agricultural institute (mainly postgraduate and research)
2️⃣ Punjab Agricultural University – Ludhiana, Punjab – Leader in wheat and rice research
3️⃣ Tamil Nadu Agricultural University – Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – Leader in crop diversity and horticulture
4️⃣ G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology – Pantnagar, Uttarakhand – India’s first agricultural university
5️⃣ Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University – Hisar, Haryana – Strong in animal husbandry and grain production
6️⃣ Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University – Andhra Pradesh – Leader in tropical crop research
7️⃣ University of Agricultural Sciences – Bengaluru, Karnataka – Leader in climate-resilient farming
8️⃣ Rajasthan University of Agriculture and Technology / Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences – Bikaner, Rajasthan – Research focused on farmers of Rajasthan
9️⃣ Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry – Himachal Pradesh – Specializes in horticulture and forestry
🔟 Bihar Agricultural University – Bhagalpur, Bihar – Leader in regional agricultural studies
Major Agricultural Degree Courses in India
| Course Name | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. Agriculture | 4 years | Crop production, soil science, pest control, horticulture |
| B.Sc. Horticulture | 4 years | Fruit, flower, and vegetable production |
| B.Sc. Forestry | 4 years | Forestry and forest management |
| B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering | 4 years | Agricultural technology, machinery, irrigation management |
| B.Sc. Animal Husbandry / Dairy Technology | 4 years | Livestock management and dairy industry |
| M.Sc. Agriculture | 2 years | Specializations such as entomology, agronomy, biotechnology |
| Ph.D. Agriculture | 3–5 years | Research-based studies |
Major Entrance Examinations
1️⃣ ICAR All India Entrance Examination (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral)
- Conducted by: National level
- Eligibility:
- Undergraduate – Class 12 (Science or Agriculture subjects)
- Postgraduate – B.Sc. Agriculture or related field
- Time: Usually May–June
2️⃣ State-Level Entrance Examinations
| State | Exam Name | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan | JET Agriculture (Joint Entrance Test) | B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Dairy, Food Technology |
| Uttar Pradesh | UPCATET | Admission to state agricultural universities |
| Haryana | HAU Entrance Exam | B.Sc. Agriculture |
| Maharashtra | Maharashtra Agriculture Entrance Exam | Admission to agricultural courses |
| Bihar | BCECE (Agriculture) | Admission to state agricultural colleges |
Major Agricultural Universities in Rajasthan
| University | Location | Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University | Bikaner | B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture, M.Sc., Ph.D. |
| Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology | Udaipur | B.Sc. Agriculture, Forestry, Engineering |
| Agriculture University | Jodhpur | UG & PG |
| Agriculture University | Kota | UG & PG |
| Agriculture University | Jobner (Jaipur) | UG & PG |
| Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences | Bikaner | Veterinary Science, Dairy Science |
Rajasthan JET Agriculture Exam
- Organizer: Agriculture University, Jodhpur
- Eligibility: Class 12 (Science or Agriculture subjects)
- Courses Offered: B.Sc. Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Dairy Technology, Food Technology
- Time: May–June
Documents Required for Admission
- Class 10 and 12 mark sheets
- Domicile certificate (for Rajasthan residents)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Photograph and signature
- Copy of application form
- Aadhaar card
Conclusion
If you want to build a career in agriculture, ICAR entrance exams or Rajasthan JET are the best options.
From B.Sc. Agriculture to Ph.D., government colleges offer low fees, experienced faculty, and research opportunities.
After completing agricultural education in a state like Rajasthan, you can work as an agriculture officer, agricultural field officer in banking, entrepreneur, researcher, or educator.
