Courses Offered at Uttar Banga Krishi Vishwavidyalaya: UG, PG & PhD Programs- Cooch Behar

Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya offers over 10 courses at UG, PG, and PhD levels in the streams of Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, and Tea Science & Management. The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture is a flagship course of Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya offered based on Merit-based on 10+2 performance scores. Besides, Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya also offers additional programs like the Master of Science in Forestry, Doctor of Philosophy in Horticulture, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Tea Science & Management.

Students can choose from flagship programs such as Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Master of Science in Agriculture, along with other specialised courses. Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, often referred to simply as UBKV, provides 3 UG courses, 3 PG courses, and 3 PhD programs, plus a diploma, totaling 10 distinct programs. This esteemed institution focuses on sustainable agriculture, forest resource management, and horticultural innovation across its various streams, offering over 35+ specializations in its postgraduate and doctoral programs. Ranked 25th by a National Agricultural Survey and 32nd by the University Rankings Board for its agricultural programs, Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya also boasts over 15+ tie-ups with renowned universities and research institutions. With experienced faculty and updated curricula, this Viswavidyalaya ensures students are well-prepared in their courses.

At Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, 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.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% marks in high school (50% for SC/ST/PWD), subject to program specific criteria. For the Bachelor of Technology in Agricultural Engineering, it's 45% marks (40% for reserved category) in PCM and pass in English with 30%.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require an entrance exam. Specific details will be provided per program, such as Merit-based on 10+2 performance for B.Sc. courses, or WBJEE, JEE Main, JELET for B.Tech.
• Documents: Transcripts, mark sheets, a motivation letter, and letters of recommendation if applicable.

PG Programs

• Eligibility: A recognized UG degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum OGPA 6.5 in 10 point scale (6.0 for SC/ST/PWD) in the UG degree, subject to specific program requirements.
• Entrance Exams: Some programs may require standardized tests such as University Entrance Test or 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.
• Minimum Academic Requirement: A minimum of 7.00 OGPA (6.5 for SC/ST/PWD) 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 and interview, including University Entrance Test, ICAR-NET, or UGC qualifications.
• Documents: Academic transcripts, research proposal, and letters of recommendation.