GBPUAT B.Sc (Ag.) : Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The university's admission process involves an entrance exam available for Uttarakhand domicile holders and ICAR national exam candidates, with forms released from February to early April and exams in late May or early June. A notable feature is its third-place ranking among Indian agricultural universities, established in 1960 by Jawaharlal Nehru. The university employs a predominantly PhD-holding faculty with a 1:5 student-to-faculty ratio, fostering personalized learning. The curriculum meets ICAR standards, blending theory, practicals, and industrial/village attachments.

The tuition fee ranges from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 8,000 per semester, with a total cost of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 40,000, including hostel and food. The course structure is rigorous, with 24 credits per semester. Placement rates are modest, with 60-82% of students placed; however, many pursue higher studies or government jobs instead. Average salaries range from 4.3 to 7 lakhs annually, with some reaching 15-25 lakhs. Companies like AMUL, IFFCO, Mahindra, and Tata recruit mainly in agriculture, fertilizer, and food processing.

Internship opportunities are facilitated, offering stipends up to Rs. 30,000 monthly. Scholarships are diverse, including merit-based, economic status, sports, and ICAR affiliation, with amounts ranging from Rs. 800 to Rs. 3,000 monthly, and up to Rs. 1 lakh for ICAR candidates. Economically weaker students and those with Uttarakhand domicile can receive Rs. 24,000 annually. The overall course fee is approximately 4 lakh rupees. Additional scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS students and those with family incomes under Rs.

2,50,000 annually. Despite criticisms of teaching methods and placement process, the university offers a feasible and comprehensive educational experience for middle-class students.