ThrissurKerala Agricultural University

Kerala Agricultural University - [KAU], Thrissur

Thrissur, KeralaState UniversityEstd 1971
#101 For Overall By NIRF 2023  
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Courses Offered By Kerala Agricultural University

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    1 Courses2 YearFull Time

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    Graduation with 50% + CAT

    MBA Specilization Fees
    Agribusiness
    ₹65650
    1st Yr Fees
    4 Courses4 YearFull Time

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    10+2
    Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]
    1st Yr Fees:₹19,600
    2 Courses4 YearFull Time

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    10+2 with 50% + KEAM
    Master of Science [M.Sc]
    1st Yr Fees:₹30,700
    35 Courses2 YearFull Time

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    Graduation
    2 Courses5 YearFull Time

    Eligibility:

    10+2

    About Kerala Agricultural University

    The Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) was established in 1971. The university offers multiple bachelor’s, masters, and PhD. programs in the field of agriculture, horticulture, and forestry. Admissions to the UG courses is done based on a common entrance exam, CEE, and the PG courses will be done based on written tests and interviews. The applications are available in online mode only.

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    Kerala Agricultural University Highlights

    Established I University Type 1971 I State University
    Approved by ICAR and UGC
    Popular courses B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA and Ph.D. 
    Entrance Exams CEE, NEET, and KEAM
    Application mode Online
    Admission Criteria Entrance Based
    Facilities Available Computer Lab, Auditorium, Library, Laboratory, Cafeteria, Gym, Medical, Classrooms
    Top recruiters Canara Bank, Federal Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, IBPS, UPSC.
    Official Website http://www.kau.in/

    Kerala Agricultural University Important Dates

    Event Dates
    Last Date to Apply for MBA May 05, 2023

    Kerala Agricultural University Courses

    The university offers UG, PG, and doctorate level courses in various specializations:

    Courses Details
    B.Sc. (Hons.) Specializations: Agriculture, Co-operation and Banking, Forestry, and Co-operation, Banking & Management
    Duration: 4 years
    Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% in PCM/B
    Selection Criteria: Entrance Based (CEE by KEAM)
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    B. Tech Specializations: Agricultural Engineering and Food Engineering
    Duration: 4 years
    Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% in PCM/B
    Selection Criteria: Entrance Based (CEE by KEAM)
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    M.Sc. Specializations: Agricultural, Co-operation and Banking, and Forestry
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligibility: Bachelor’s/ B.Sc. (Ag.)/ B.Sc. (Hort.) degree in the respective subject recognized by KAU.
    Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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    MBA Specializations: Agribusiness Management
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with 60% aggregate
    Selection Criteria: Entrance Based (KMAT, CAT, CMAT or MAT)
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    M.Tech Specializations: Agricultural Processing & Food Engineering, Farm Power & Machinery, Soil, and Water Conservation
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 6.0/10 for general category and 5.5/ 10 for SC/ ST category
    Selection Criteria: Entrance Based (GATE)
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    Ph.D. Specializations: Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Entomology, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Microbiology, Agricultural Statistics, Agronomy, Floriculture & Landscaping, Fruit Science, Plant Biotechnology, Plant Breeding & Genetics, Plant Pathology, Plant Physiology, Plantation Crops & Spices, Pomology & Floriculture, Post Harvest Technology, Rural Marketing Management, Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, Vegetable Science, Community Science, Forest Biology and Tree Improvement, Forest Products and Utilisation, Natural Resource Management, Silviculture and Agroforestry, Wildlife Sciences, Agricultural Processing & Food Engineering, Farm Power & Machinery, Soil, and Water Conservation Engineering
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline with OGPA of 7.0/ 10.0 for general category and 6.5/ 10.0 for SC/ ST
    Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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    Diploma Specializations: Agricultural Sciences and Organic Agriculture
    Duration: 1 year
    Eligibility: 10+2
    Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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    PG Diploma Specializations: Soil Fertility and Crop Production and Solid Waste Management
    Duration: 2 years
    Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree
    Selection Criteria: Merit Based
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    Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. Specializations: Biotechnology and Climate Change Adaptation
    Duration: 5 years
    Eligibility: 10+2 with a minimum percentage of 60 (for the general category) with the subject background in Science, Entrance Examination
    Selection Criteria: Entrance Based
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    Kerala Agricultural University Admission

    Admissions to KAU for UG and PG courses are done based on the Common Entrance Exam set by the Commissionerate of Entrance Examinations, Government of Kerala. The PG and Ph.D. courses also have an interview round.

    How to Apply?

    • Get listed on the government notification on the common entrance exam (www.cee-kerala.org). Apply and write the entrance exam
    • Visit the official website (http://www.kau.in/) and download the application.
    • Fill the form with required details
    • Pay the application fee of INR 1000 through the online or sent the DD
    • Send the application with the required documents to Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU Main Campus, KAU P.O. Thrissur – 680656
    • Look for the list of candidates on the college website

    Foreign students can apply for admission to the Programmes of the Kerala Agricultural University through the Indian Missions in the respective country and the application with biodata and copies of certificates to prove qualification and age has to be forwarded to the Government of India by the Indian Embassy/Mission in their concerned country.

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    Kerala Agricultural University Cutoff

    KEAM 2019 B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering cutoff:

    Category 2019
    General 5072
    PWD 5072
    OBC 10462
    SC 15787
    ST 37286

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    Kerala Agricultural University Placement

    The college campus placement drive starts around July. Some deserving students also get a chance to work as teaching assistants in the same college after the completion of their masters for a salary of INR 30,000 and some students also got placed as research associates with a daily payment of INR 350 per day. Many students got job packages with regional and national banks. Some of the top companies that participate in Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), Thrissur placement are Canara Bank, Federal Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI, ICICI Bank, and so on.

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    Kerala Agricultural University Facilities

    The college has many facilities the students have access to. 

    • Hostel: The university has separate hostels for boys and girls with all the necessary facilities.
    • Equipment: There is a state of the art equipment they can use and learn. 
    • Library: The university library is stocked with the latest books that will help students with their works. The students can also access these books online and they also have access to many online e-resources.
    • Sports: The university also has a well-built sports complex where students can participate in different activities.
    • Infrastructure: The university has an 800-seater fully air-conditioned central auditorium on the main campus with one of the finest acoustic systems.

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    Kerala Agricultural University FAQs

    Ques. Does Kerala Agricultural University take part in academic collaborations?

    Ans. Yes, Kerala Agricultural University is collaborating with the following International Academic Institutions through student and faculty exchange programs.
    • International Agriculture and Rural Development Programme with Cornell University, Ithaca, USA. Four meritorious students and one faculty have undergone the program during 2018 and during 2019 also the program will be continued.
    • Western Sydney University, Australia for Joint MRes & Joint Ph.D. and Joint MRes & Dual Ph.D. programs.

    Ques. What are some of the extra-curricular activities Kerala Agricultural University offers?

    Ans. Some of the clubs offered in the university are:
    • National Cadet Corps
    • National Service Scheme
    • Sports tournaments
    • Organizing various cultural events

    Ques. Are foreign students supported by Kerala Agricultural University?

    Ans. Foreign students supported by respective Govt./ International organizations through scholarships/fellowships and approved by Govt. of India (ICAR/ DARE).

    Ques. Where can I find the application forms for Kerala Agricultural University?

    Ans. Application forms for KAU can be downloaded from the website (http://www.kau.in/) and be mailed to the university with a Demand Draft of the application fee.

    Ques. Does Kerala Agricultural University provide scholarships?

    Ans. The university fees for the courses are very affordable. The university provides scholarships to SC/ ST students and other deserving students. The state government also has many facilities for students.

    Kerala Agricultural University Upcoming Application Dates & Links

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    CMAT Exam Date
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    May 04, 2024
    KEAM Admit Card Date
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    May 04, 2024
    KEAM Exam Date
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    May 17, 2024
    CMAT Result
    Tentative
    May 31, 2024
    KEAM Result Date
    Tentative
    May 31, 2024

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    KMAT Karnataka Admit Card AvailabilityNov 03, 2023
    KMAT Karnataka Exam DateNov 05, 2023
    CAT 2023 Admit Card DateNov 07, 2023
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    KEAM Admit Card Date
    Upcoming
    May 04, 2024
    KEAM Exam Date
    Tentative
    May 17, 2024
    KEAM Result Date
    Tentative
    May 31, 2024

    EventsDates
    KEAM Registration DateMar 18, 2024 - Apr 10, 2024
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    CMAT Exam Date
    Upcoming
    May 04, 2024
    CMAT Result
    Tentative
    May 31, 2024

    EventsDates
    CMAT Admit Card DateApr 08, 2024
    CMAT Registration TimelineFeb 13, 2024 - Mar 13, 2024
    CAT 2023 Result DateJan 04, 2024

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    director
    Dr. R. Chandrababu
    Professor
    Prof. Indira Devi P
    Department of Economics
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    Prof. Ramachandran VR,SureshkumarPK
    Department of Engineering
    Professor
    Prof. Jiju P Alex
    Department of Extension
    Professor
    Prof. Laly John C
    Department of Statistics
    Professor
    Prof. John PS
    Department of Agronomy
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    Prof. George Thomas C
    Department of Agronomy
    Professor
    Prof. Sally K Mathew
    Department of Plant Pathology
    Professor
    Prof. Presanna Kumari KT
    Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics

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    KAU P.O., Vellanikkara
    Thrissur - 680656
    Kerala, India
    Get SMS Contact:  0487-2438011
    Get Call Details  0487-2438011
    Website Link:  http://www.kau.in/
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