Courses Offered at College of Agriculture & Research Station, Rajnandgaon: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Rajnandgaon

Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College of Horticulture & Research Station offers over 5 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Horticulture, Vegetable Science, Fruit Science, and Floriculture and Landscaping. B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture is the flagship course of Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College of Horticulture & Research Station offered based on CG PAT and ICAR AIEEA scores. Besides, Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College of Horticulture & Research Station also offers Master's and Doctoral programs like M.Sc. Fruit Science and Ph.D. Horticulture. This college is recognized for its specialized agricultural education.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture along with other specialised courses. Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College of Horticulture & Research Station (or PKSCHRS as it's often known), ensures students are well-prepared in their courses, focusing on sustainable agriculture, crop improvement, and post-harvest technology. The institute also boasts over 10+ tie-ups with renowned universities for research collaborations, further enhancing its academic standing. This college was recently ranked 15th by AgriToday and 22nd by HortiWorld for its specialized research output. PKSCHRS, a part of the state agricultural university system, provides 1 UG course, 3 PG courses, and 1 PhD program, covering 3+ specializations at the doctoral level.

At Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College of Horticulture & Research Station, 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. The college maintains rigorous standards for its admissions process.

UG Programs

• Eligibility: Completion of high school or an equivalent qualification (10+2 in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology) or Agriculture group).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 50% marks in 10+2, subject to program specific criteria.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require an entrance exam like CG PAT or ICAR AIEEA. Specific details will be provided per program by Pt. Kishori Lal Shukla College.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation if applicable.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field (B.Sc. Agriculture/Horticulture or B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture/Horticulture from ICAR accredited university).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum 6.00/10.00 OGPA or 60% marks in the UG degree, subject to specific program requirements.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require standardized tests such as ICAR AIEEA.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, resume, and letters of recommendation.

PhD Programs

• Eligibility: A Master's degree in a relevant field (M.Sc. (Ag.) in Horticulture/M.Sc. (Hort.) in relevant specialization from ICAR accredited university under 10+2+4+2 system).
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 3.00/4.00 OGPA, 6.50/10.00, or 65% 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 Ph.D. CET (conducted by MGUVV) and interview.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.