BUAT Admissions 2023: Courses, Fees, Eligibility

Banda, Uttar Pradesh Estd 2010 State University 0

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT) , being the first agricultural university in the Bundelkhand region, offers UG and PG courses in Agriculture, Forestry, Horticulture and Home Science. 

Admissions are based on entrance and merit. 

  • B.Sc in Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry (H) requires students to have passed 10+2 exams with Agriculture Science as a compulsory subject. Also qualifying UPCATET.
  • M.Sc in Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry requires applicants to complete B.Sc in Agriculture or B.Sc (H) along with scores in UPCATET.
  • B.Sc in Home Science applicants must have studied Home Science or PCM/PCB. They must also submit scores of UPCATET to be eligible for admission.
  • Students who qualify for CUSAT are also eligible for admission to the M.Sc program.
  • English as a compulsory subject is a mandatory requirement for admission to all programs at BUAT.

Students must appear for counselling post qualifying UPCATET entrance. They must carry necessary documents and identification proofs along with them. Seats will be allotted based on final scores and preference for subject and institution.

BUAT has been ranked #43 among ICAR Agricultural Universities across the country. It is the only state university dedicated towards Agriculture and Technology education.

 There are more than 120 qualified faculty members teaching across all four departments. A lot of students who have passed out are involved in profitable start-ups.   

Admission Highlights 2023

Name of Institute Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT) 
Institute Type State / Government
Recognition UGC
Courses Offered B.Sc , B.Sc (Hons) and M.Sc.
Entrance Exam UPCATET
Fees B.Sc (Hons) : INR 1,69,000 M.Sc : INR 1,19,000
Number of Departments 4
Application Accepted Both online and offline
Reservation of Seats Based on UPCATET/All India Test

BUAT B.Sc. Agriculture Admissions 2023

Course Name B.Sc. Agriculture (H) 
Duration 3 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  09
Total Intake 104
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Agronomy
  • Plant Breeding and Genetics
  • Entomology
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Plant Pathology
  • Agricultural Extension
  • Crop Physiology
  • Statistics and Computer Science

Eligibility Criteria

Clearance of 10+2 exam with Agriculture Science or PCM as compulsory subjects along with English language.

Selection Criteria

  • Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.
  • Around 7 seats are reserved for those who are admitted on the basis of All India Test by ICAR.

BUAT M.Sc. Agriculture Admission 2023

Course Name M.Sc. Agriculture 
Duration 2 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  07
Total Intake 104
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed B.Sc.(Agr) with English
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Agronomy
  • Plant Breeding and Genetics
  • Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry
  • Entomology 
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Plant Pathology
  • Agricultural Extension

Eligibility Criteria

Clearance of B.Sc.(Ag.)/B.Sc. Ag. (Hons.)/ B.Sc. (Hons.) Ag. (10+2+4 years degree) with at least 50% aggregate score along with English language.

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT B.Sc. Horticulture Admissions 2023

Course Name B.Sc. Horticulture (H) 
Duration 3 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  06
Total Intake 104
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Fruit Science
  • Vegetable Science
  • Post Harvest Technology
  • Floriculture & Landscaping
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Basic Sciences & Humanities

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 exam with at least 50% aggregate score with PCM as compulsory subjects along with english language.

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT M.Sc. Horticulture Admissions 2023

Course Name M.Sc. Horticulture 
Duration 2 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  04
Total Intake 20
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Fruit Science
  • Vegetable Science
  • Post Harvest Technology
  • Floriculture & Landscaping

Eligibility Criteria

Passed B.Sc.(Ag.)/B.Sc. Ag. (Hons.)/ B.Sc. (Hons.) Ag. / B.Sc. Hort. B.Sc. (Hons.) Hort.(10+2+4 years degree).

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT B.Sc. Forestry Admissions 2023

Course Name B.Sc. Forestry (H) 
Duration 3 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  06
Total Intake 53
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed 10+2 with PCM/PCB
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Silviculture and Agroforestry
  • Forest Biology and Tree Improvement
  • Forest Products Utilization
  • Wildlife Sciences
  • Natural Resources Management
  • Basic Sciences & Humanities

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 exam with subjects like Agriculture Science or subject combinations like PCB/PCM/PCMB.

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT M.Sc. Forestry Admissions 2023

Course Name M.Sc. Forestry 
Duration 2 years
Mode  Full time
Specializations  02
Total Intake 06
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed B.Sc Agriculture Science
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

The following specializations are offered:

  • Silviculture and Agroforestry
  • Forest Biology and Tree Improvement

Eligibility Criteria

Passed B.Sc. Forestry or B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry /B.Sc. Hort./ B.Sc. (Hons.) Hort./ B.Sc. Agri. (10+2+4 Degree programme) .

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT B.Sc. Home Science Admissions 2023

Course Name B.Sc. Home Science or Community Science 
Duration 3 years
Mode  Full time
Total Intake 06
Basic Eligibility Criteria Passed 10+2
Entrance Required UPCATET
Selection Criteria Entrance based

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 with Home Science as a compulsory subject along with subject combinations like PCB /PCM/ PCMB/Agricultural Science.

Selection Criteria

Students will be selected based on their scores in UPCATET.

BUAT Admission Process 2023

There are two steps for acquiring admission at BUAT. First of all the student must apply and qualify for UPCATET. Following which counselling takes place. Read on for instructions:

UPCATET Application

If the student is willing to apply through online mode:

  • The student must visit the official website for the application form.
  • Select Apply Online and agree to the terms and conditions to continue.
  • First the student must register using a valid email ID.
  • All the required information in the application form must be filled accurately.
  • The photograph of the student must be uploaded.
  • The print out of the application form must be taken and preserved for usage during counseling etc.
  • An application fee of INR 1250 (For general category) or 1NR 1050 (For SC/ST) can be paid through credit/debit card, e-challan etc.

If the student is willing to apply through offline mode :

  • The application form can be purchased from Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology or can download from the online portal.
  • Fill the form along with the required documents.
  • DD of application fee of  INR 1250 (For general category) or 1NR 1050 (For SC/ST) must be enclosed with the form.
  • The application form along with the documents and DD must be sent to the given address :
    Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology
    Kumarganj, Faizabad, 224 229 (U.P.)
    Name of the Registrar: Dr P.K. Singh
    Email ID: pksinghgpb@gmail.com
    Mobile: +91-7408836617 (O)
    Ph.: +91-5270-262035 (O)

UPCATET Counselling Process

The students are required to apply and appear for the exam. Counselling is the second step after qualifying for the entrance. The standard procedure has been explained below

  • Once the results are announced, the counseling takes place.
  • The students will be alloted seats based on merit/reservation/number of seats available. 
  • The counseling letter must be downloaded from the website.
  • The schedule of counseling like date, time, place will be specified in the letter.
  • While appearing for counseling session, the student must carry
    • Attested online application form, 
    • Attested photocopies of 10+2/B.Sc degree certificates, 
    • Sports certificate (If available) , 
    • Character Certificate, 
    • Passport size photographs, 
    • Transfer/ migration certificate.
  • Along with those documents , the students must bring along 2 bank DDs: INR 500 as counseling fee and INR 5000 as initiation fee.
  • If the candidate fails to bring any of the above mentioned documents, his/her admission will be canceled.

FAQs

Ques. Who are the top recruiters of BUAT?

Ans. Many well known popular companies like Heritage foods, GAIL, DOW Chemicals, BASF, Hindustan Copper Ltd., ITC etc. are the frequently visited companies.

Ques. Are there hostel facilities at BUAT?

Ans. Yes, the university offers hostel accommodation to students. Each hostel comprises 53 rooms each which can accommodate 120 students. The hostel names are:
  • Varsha Hostel 
  • Sharad Hostel
  • Basant Hostel
  • Hemant Hostel
  • Shishir Hostel

Ques. What is the selection criteria for admission to BUAT?

Ans. Admission selections are based on merit, that is, scores in previous qualifying examination along with the scores in entrance- UPCATET. Students must have studied compulsory subjects or should have had certain subject combinations.

Ques. How many departments function at BUAT?

Ans. There are four departments namely:
  • College of Agriculture: Offering B.Sc and M.Sc Agriculture
  • College of Horticulture: Offering B.Sc and M.Sc Horticulture
  • College of Forestry: Offering only B.Sc in Forestry
  • College of Home Science: Offers B.Sc in Home Science/Community Science 
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