Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science and Technology of Jammu was established in 1999. Under the UG domain, the university offers B.Sc (Hons), B.V.Sc & A.H., and B.Tech programs. Under the PG Domain, M.Sc, M.V.Sc, M.F.Sc, M.Tech, and HBM programs are offered. SKUAST also offers Ph.D. courses under various specializations.
- Admissions to all the UG and PG courses are done on the basis of the score obtained in the SKUAST-J CET, supplemented by marks in the qualifying examination.
- Admissions to the Ph.D., Diploma, and certificate courses are solely merit-based.
- Application forms can be submitted online.
- For admission to the UG courses and Diploma courses, candidates should have passed 10+2 examinations.
- For admission to the PG courses, candidates should have completed graduation in any relevant discipline.
- For admission to the Ph.D. courses, candidates who hold a master’s degree are eligible.
- Candidates who have passed 10th grade can apply for certificate courses.
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Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Jammu is ranked Number 15 in the year 2016-17 amongst Agricultural Universities by ICAR.
Admission Highlights 2023
Name of the University | Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST) |
University Type | State University |
Basic Admission Criteria | Entrance and Merit-Based |
Entrance Exam | SKUAST-J CET |
Application Mode | Online |
Counseling | State |
Scholarship | Yes |
Official Website | http://www.skuast.org/ |
SKUAST Jammu B.Sc., B.V.Sc & AH Admission 2023
SKUAST, Jammu offers a B.Sc. course with specializations in Agriculture and Biotechnology and a B.V.Sc course both full-time and for a duration of 3 years.
Course | Specialization | Minimum Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
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B.Sc (Hons) | Agriculture | Passed 10+2 with minimum 50% marks in PCB/ PCMB or Agriculture with Science | SKUAST-J + merit in 10+2 |
Biotechnology | Passed 10+2 or its equivalent with at least 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English | ||
B.V.Sc. & AH | - | Passed 10+2 with minimum 50% marks in aggregate in PCB |
- A 10% relaxation of marks is granted to reserved category candidates.
- ICAR scores can be considered for admission against free seats and self-financing seats (State Domicile).
- The application process for the examination is mentioned at the bottom.
SKUAST Jammu B.Tech Admission 2023
The institute has recently launched a B.Tech Hons program in Biotechnology. The details are summarised below:
Name of the Course | Bachelor of Technology |
Duration | 4 years |
Eligibility | 10 + 2 with minimum 50% in PCB |
Specializations | Biotechnology |
Admission Criteria | SKUAST-J + merit in 10+2 |
Type | Self Financed |
- The regular 10% relaxation of marks is not valid for the B.Tech course.
- The application process for the examination is mentioned at the bottom.
SKUAST Jammu M.Sc., M.V.Sc. Admission 2023
SKUAST offers full-time masters’ courses for a duration of 2 years in M.Sc. in 4 specializations, an M.V.Sc. in 16 specializations, M.Tech in 2 specializations, and M.Sc.(Allied Science and Agriculture) in 13 specializations.
Course | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
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M.Sc Basic Science | Biochemistry | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or in relevant discipline with 55% | SKUAST-J score or ICAR (against Free seats) followed by marks in graduation. |
Statistics | |||
Microbiology | |||
Plant Physiology | |||
M.V.Sc. | Veterinary Anatomy | B.V.Sc. & AH with 60% | |
Veterinary Biochemistry | |||
Veterinary Microbiology | |||
Veterinary Medicine | |||
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | |||
Veterinary Parasitology | |||
Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | |||
Veterinary Pathology | |||
Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | |||
Veterinary Physiology | |||
Veterinary Gynecology and Obstetrics | |||
Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | |||
Animal Nutrition | |||
Animal Genetics and Breeding | |||
Livestock Production and Management | |||
Livestock Products Technology | |||
M.Sc Agriculture and Allied Sciences | Agricultural Economics | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or in relevant specialization with 60% | |
Agricultural Extension and Communication | |||
Agronomy | |||
Biotechnology | |||
Entomology | |||
Genetics and Plant Breeding | |||
Plant Pathology | |||
Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry | |||
Fruit Science | |||
Vegetable Science | |||
Floriculture and Landscaping | |||
Food Science and Technology | |||
Sericulture | |||
Forestry |
- Candidates should not be less than 19 years of age as of December 31.
- Final year students of the qualifying examinations are also eligible to apply for admissions to the college.
- The selection of the candidates is based on the score of the applicant in the Common Entrance Test conducted by SKUAST, Jammu, or ICAR for admission against free seats and self-financing seats(State Domicile).
SKUAST Jammu M.Tech Admission 2023
The institute also offers 2 M.Tech specialization courses of a 2 year duration. The details are explained below.
Name of the Course | Master of Technology |
Duration | 2 years |
Eligibility | B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering with 60% |
Specializations | Soil & Water Engineering Farm Machinery & Power Engineering |
Admission Criteria | SKUAST-J score or ICAR (against Free seats) followed by marks in graduation |
- Candidates should not be less than 19 years of age as of December 31.
- Final year students of the qualifying examinations are also eligible to apply for admissions to the college.
SKUAST Jammu Ph.D. Admission 2023
SKUAST also offers full-time Ph.D. programs in three specializations, namely, Allied Science, Veterinary, and Basic Sciences.
Candidates who have completed a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in any relevant discipline and secured a minimum of 65% marks are eligible for admission to the Ph.D. course. Selection is based on performance in UG and PG examinations and also performance during interviews and counseling rounds.
Course | Specialization | Minimum | Selection Criteria |
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Ph.D. Veterinary | Veterinary Medicine | Master Degree in any relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks | Merit-Based |
Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | |||
Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | |||
Veterinary Gynecology and Obstetrics | |||
Veterinary Anatomy | |||
Veterinary Pathology | |||
Animal Nutrition | |||
Animal Genetics and Breeding | |||
Veterinary Parasitology | |||
Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | |||
Livestock Production and Management | |||
Veterinary Microbiology | |||
Veterinary Physiology | |||
Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | |||
Ph.D. Basic Science | Biochemistry | Master Degree in any relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks | |
Statistics | |||
Ph.D. Allied Science | Agriculture Economics | Master Degree in any relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks | |
Agriculture Extensions and Communication | |||
Agronomy | |||
Entomology | |||
Genetics and Plant Breeding | |||
Plant Pathology | |||
Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry | |||
Fruit Science | |||
Vegetable Science | |||
Food Science and Technology | |||
Sericulture | |||
Agroforestry |
- A 5% relaxation of marks is given to candidates from reserved communities.
- The selection of candidates is solely based on merit achieved in the Bachelor’s and Master's degree.
SKUAST Jammu Diploma & Certificate Courses Admission 2023
SKUAST, Jammu offers diploma courses in two specializations and Certificate courses in 11 specializations. The details are mentioned below.
Course | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
---|---|---|---|
Diploma | Agriculture | 10+2 in Science Stream from any recognized board | Merit-based |
Horticulture | |||
Certificate | Production and Processing of Saffron and Kalazeera | Minimum pass in class 10th | |
Spawn Production and Mushroom Cultivation | |||
Production Technology of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants | |||
Propagation and Nursery Management of Fruit Crops | |||
Seed Production Technology | |||
Production of Seed and Planting Material of Vegetable and Ornamentals | |||
Beekeeping | |||
Food Processing | |||
Poultry Production and Management | |||
Fisheries Production and Management | |||
Dairy Production and Management |
- Candidates are selected on the basis of merit achieved in the qualifying examination.
- Candidates who have passed 10+2 are eligible for the Diploma courses.
- Candidates who have passed 10th are eligible for the Certificate courses.
SKUAST Jammu Application Process
How to Apply for SKUAST-J CET?
- Visit the official website of the college.
- Click on the “SKUAST-J Common Entrance Test (CET)-2021” link and fill the form carefully with valid credentials.
- In the first part, fill in all the personal details cautiously and in the second part, fill in your educational details. Make sure the name and other details are filled in BLOCK LETTERS.
- In the next step, add your photograph and signature as required.
- Verify all the details and finally, submit the form.
- The application fee of INR 1800 is now to be paid via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- Take print out of the confirmation page(s) of the online application format and preserve it for future reference.
- The Admit Card can be downloaded from the University website.
Counselling Process
The candidates must come for counseling along with all documents in original, a set of attested copies of all documents, the admit card issued by SKUAST-J and a counselling fee of INR 1000 (nonrefundable). The documents include:
- Permanent resident/domicile certificate
- Date of birth certificate (Matriculation certificate)
- Marks certificate of qualifying examination
- Category certificate, if applicable
FAQs
Ques. Are there hostel facilities available?
Ques. Can NRI Candidates also apply?
Ques. If two candidates receive the same marks, what is the order of preference?
- Candidates obtaining higher marks in Biology/or Mathematics
- Candidates obtaining higher marks in Chemistry in aggregate.
- Candidates older in age to be preferred if points as per (i) and (ii) are equal.
For postgraduate courses:
- Candidates obtaining higher marks at graduation level
- Candidates older in age to be preferred if points as per (i) are equal
Ques. What is the placement scenario?
Ques. How do we contact the college for further details?
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