ShereKashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir - [SKUAST Srinagar]

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The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir, popularly known as SKUAST, is highly regarded among the leading agricultural universities in India. It offers a plethora of courses across diverse disciplines of agricultural science, including Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, and Seed Science & Technology. Admission to these courses is determined through entrance exams. Prospective students must apply online and pay the applicable fee. The university also offers various scholarships such as the Merit Scholarship, Student Welfare Fund, and Post Matric Scholarship to support students financially. Established in 1982, SKUAST is a state university approved by both the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). It provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, primarily selecting students based on entrance exams such as the SKUAST entrance test and ICAR-AIEEA. Among the popular courses are the BSc (Hons) in Agriculture and Biotechnology. The application process is conducted online. Renowned recruiters like IFFCO, Bank of India, NBHC, Chambal Fertilizers, and Chemicals Limited participate in campus placements. The campus boasts facilities like a library, Wi-Fi, laboratories, and sports grounds. In terms of rankings, SKUAST was positioned 13th among State Agricultural Universities in 2018 by the National Accreditation Board of ICAR and ranked 27th in 2017. The university's focus is on providing quality courses in areas like horticulture, agriculture, veterinary sciences, forestry, home science, and environmental sciences. Admissions criteria require intermediate graduates with PCB/PCM and English with a 50% mark minimum for UG courses, a relevant Bachelor’s degree with 60% for PG programs, and a Master’s degree with 65% for Ph.D. candidates. Various scholarships are available, including the Merit Scholarship and Frontier Scholarship, ensuring support for deserving students.

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