The
Agriculture University in Kota was founded under the Agriculture University, Kota Act of
2013 by the Rajasthan Government. Affiliated with ICAR, it operates as a State
University.
Covering six
districts in the state, namely Kota, Baran, Bundi, Jhalawar, Karauli, and Sawai
Madhopur, the university holds jurisdiction over these regions.
Offering
B.Sc, M.Sc, and PhD programs across 18 specializations, the university enrolls
students through the JET exam.
Rankings
Agriculture
University, Kota is recognized as a leading agricultural institution, not only
within Rajasthan but also nationwide.
In the 2018
rankings by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, the university
achieved an impressive #23 ranking across the country.
Remarkably,
it stood out as the sole agricultural university from Rajasthan to secure a
position among the top 25 institutions, further affirming its prominence and
excellence in the field of agriculture education and research.
Highlights
- Established in 2013, Agriculture
University, Kota is a public institution.
- Affiliated with the Indian
Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
- Admission to various courses is
through the Joint Employment Test (JET).
- The university offers 3 courses
across 18 specializations.
- Popular courses include B.Sc and
M.Sc.
- Application for admission is
done offline.
- Admission criteria are based on
both merit and performance in the entrance examination.
- Facilities provided include
hostel accommodation, gymnasium, library, and auditorium.
Course
Details
- B.Sc:
- Details: The program offers subjects in
Agriculture, Horticulture, and Forestry, with a duration of 4 years.
- Eligibility: Candidates should have
completed 10+2 from a recognized board or its equivalent.
- Selection Basis: Admission is based on JET
scores.
- M.Sc:
- Details: The program covers subjects
like Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Horticulture Floriculture and
Landscaping, Horticulture Fruit Science, among others, over a duration of
2 years.
- Eligibility: Candidates must have completed
B.Sc or its equivalent in the relevant subject.
- PhD:
- Details: The doctoral program offers
specializations in Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant
Pathology, spanning a duration of 6 years.
- Eligibility: Applicants should hold an M.Sc
or its equivalent in the relevant subject.
| Course | Specialisations | Eligiblity |
B.Sc
| Agriculture, Horticulture, and Forestry, with a duration of 4 years
| completed 10+2 from a recognized board or its equivalent Selection Basis: Admission is based on JET scores
|
M.Sc
| Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Horticulture Floriculture and Landscaping, Horticulture Fruit Science, among others, over a duration of 2 years
| Candidates must have completed B.Sc or its equivalent in the relevant subject
|
PhD
| Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, spanning a duration of 6 years
| M.Sc or its equivalent in the relevant subject
|
Admission
at Agriculture University, Kota:
- Admissions at the university are
based on entrance exams, particularly the Joint Employment Exam (JET). The
process is conducted offline, and candidates are selected through
counselling sessions held at the college.
How to
Apply:
- The application process is
offline and relies on JET scores.
- To obtain the prospectus and
admission form, candidates need to visit the college and pay Rs. 1000 at
the cash counter.
- Alternatively, applicants can
request the prospectus and form via post by sending a demand draft of Rs.
1100 to the Dean's office.
- Candidates should carefully
review the materials provided by the college and neatly fill out the
application form.
- The completed form and
prospectus should be retained for submission during the final counselling
or interview session.
- Applicants should also be
prepared to pay the required course fee on the counselling day.
- For Master's level programs,
admissions are based on merit in the Pre-PG test advertised nationally and
conducted by the university.
Facilities
at Agriculture University, Kota:
- Hostel: Separate hostels for boys and
girls provide comfortable accommodation with basic amenities.
- Laboratories: Department-specific labs
facilitate practical learning experiences for students.
- Library: The campus library houses a
wide range of books and papers, aiding students in their projects and
research.
- Gym: A gym is available for fitness
enthusiasts, promoting a healthy lifestyle among students.
- Sports: Students can unwind and engage
in sports activities at the campus grounds.
- IT: High-speed internet is provided
on campus, with assistive technology available for visually impaired
students. The university adheres to W3C WCAG 2 level AA guidelines,
enabling effective teaching methods for visually impaired students.
Faculty
at Agriculture University, Kota:
- The university boasts a faculty
of over 40 teachers, ensuring adequate support for the relatively small
student body.
- Faculty members are highly
qualified and maintain a professional demeanor in their teaching approach.
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Agriculture
University, Kota Faculty:
Dr.
Dinesh Chandra Joshi
Other
Faculty Members:
Dr. I.B.
Maurya
- Dean, College Of Horticulture
& Forestry
Dr.
Jitendra Singh
- Professor And Head - Fruit
Science
Dr. S.K.
Jain
- Professor And Head - Post
Harvest And Technology
Dr.
Asutosh Mishra
- Professor And Head -
Floriculture And Landscaping
Dr.
Virendra Singh
- Professor (Fruit Science) &
Controller Of Examinations, AU, Kota
Dr. P.S.
Chauhan
- Associate Professor And Head -
Forest Biology And Tree Improvement
Dr.
S.B.S. Pandey
- Associate Professor And Head -
Silviculture And Agroforestry
Dr.
Prerak Bhatnager
- Assistant Professor - Fruit
Science
Dr. V.C.
Prahlad
- Assistant Professor -
Silviculture And Agro Forestry
Dr.
Kavita Aravindakshan
- Assistant Professor - Vegetable
Science
Er. C.K.
Arya
- Assistant Professor(SWC) -
Natural Resource Management
Dr. Ashok
Kumar
- Assistant Professor -
Biotechnology And Incharge Basic Science
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