Courses Offered at Assam Agricultural University: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Jorhat

Assam Agricultural University offers over 15 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Fisheries Science, and Community Science, among others. B.Sc (Honours) Agriculture is the flagship course of Assam Agricultural University offered based on Common Entrance Test for Under-graduate Programmes (CETUGAAU) scores. Besides, Assam Agricultural University also offers additional programs like M.V.Sc, B.V.Sc & A.H., and various M.Sc (Agriculture) specializations, including a PhD in multiple disciplines.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture and B.V.Sc & A.H. along with other specialised courses. Assam Agricultural University (AAU) is consistently ranked among the top agricultural universities in India by various surveys, often securing positions within the top 50 institutions for its contributions to agricultural research and education. The university also boasts numerous collaborations, with over 20+ tie-ups with renowned national and international universities and research centres, further enriching its academic environment. With experienced faculty and updated curricula across its 7 UG programs, 6 PG programs, and 1 PhD program, Assam Agricultural University ensures students are well-prepared in their courses, covering more than 50 specializations in total.

At Assam Agricultural University, admission to each program is based on a combination of academic merit, relevant qualifications, and program-specific requirements. While criteria may vary depending on the level and type of program, applicants can generally expect to meet following criteria:

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of high school or an equivalent qualification (10+2 with Science stream for most programs).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in high school, subject to program specific criteria (e.g., 40% for SC/ST/DAC category in B.F.Sc).
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require an entrance exam, such as Common Entrance Test for Under-graduate Programmes (CETUGAAU) or AAU VET (Veterinary Entrance Test). Specific details will be provided per program.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation if applicable.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field (e.g., Bachelor of Science in Agriculture or B.V.Sc & A.H.).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum 50-60% aggregate marks in the UG degree, subject to specific program requirements.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require standardized tests such as ICAR AIEEA (PG).
• Documents: Academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation.

PhD Programs

• Eligibility: A Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Master's degree in an agricultural or allied science discipline).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% marks in the Master's program, with a preference for applicants with research experience.
• Research Proposal: A research proposal outlining your intended research area, subject to faculty approval.
• Entrance Exams/Interviews: Some programs may require an entrance exam like ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD) and an interview.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.