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Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU) is a state agricultural university established on 2 February 1970 by the Government of Haryana. Named after former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, the university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade. It is also accredited by the National Assessment and Evaluation of Agricultural Bureaus (NAEAB) of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
As per NIRF 2025, CCSHAU is ranked 10th in the Agriculture and Allied Sciences category in India. It also holds a position in the 101 to 150 band in the overall NIRF University rankings.
The university is spread over a 7,219-acre campus at Hisar, Haryana, making it one of the largest agricultural university campuses in India. It operates 8 constituent colleges, including the College of Agriculture, College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, College of Basic Sciences and Humanities, College of Biotechnology, College of Fisheries Science, and I.C. College of Community Science.
- B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering and Biotechnology
- B.Sc (Hons) in Agriculture, Community Science, Home Science, Life Science, Physical Sciences, and Agribusiness Management
- BFSc (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)
- MBA and Master in Rural Management (MRM)
- M.Tech in Agricultural Engineering (4 specialisations)
- M.Sc in 40+ agricultural, science, and social science disciplines
- MFSc (Master of Fisheries Science) in 8 specialisations
- Ph.D programmes in 50+ disciplines across all colleges
The total B.Tech Agricultural Engineering fees are INR 1,15,850 for the full programme. B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture fees are INR 80,310 for the complete duration. MBA fees are INR 1,28,100 total. CCSHAU’s fee structure is among the most affordable at any ranked agricultural university in India.
Merit and need-based scholarships are available through the university and through national schemes on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP), including the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST candidates.
CCSHAU reported a highest placement package of INR 14 LPA in recent seasons. The median package for B.Tech graduates is INR 4.75 LPA and INR 7.2 LPA for PG programme graduates.
CCSHAU Admission Dates 2027
Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session at CCSHAU have concluded across all programmes. The 2027-28 cycle is expected to follow the same annual schedule, with the university’s own entrance examinations and merit-based selection processes typically opening in March 2027. The dates below show the concluded 2026-27 schedule alongside tentative 2027-28 projections.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | March 2026 | March 2027 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 2026 | April 2027 |
| CCSHAU Entrance Exam | May to June 2026 | May to June 2027 |
| Merit List Publication | June to July 2026 | June to July 2027 |
| Counselling and Admission | July 2026 | July 2027 |
| Session Commencement | August 2026 | August 2027 |
Separate admission calendars apply to PG and Ph.D programmes. ICAR-funded seats in M.Sc and M.Tech programmes are filled through ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF scores, while university-funded seats follow the CCSHAU entrance test schedule.
| Programme Family | Qualifying Exam | Category |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture / BFSc | CCSHAU Entrance Test + 10+2 merit | State and open category |
| B.Tech Agricultural Engineering | CCSHAU Entrance Test / JEE Main | State and open category |
| MBA / MRM | CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT | Open |
| M.Sc / MFSc / M.Tech | ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF (ICAR seats) + CCSHAU Entrance Test (university seats) | National and state |
| Ph.D | ICAR SRF / UGC NET + CCSHAU interview | National and university |
CCSHAU Courses and Fees
CCSHAU offers over 60 programmes across undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral levels through its 8 constituent colleges. The fee structure is regulated by the Government of Haryana and is among the most affordable at any nationally ranked agricultural university. Fees listed below are for the general (state) quota.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 50% + CCSHAU entrance / JEE Main | INR 1,15,850 |
| B.Tech (Biotechnology) | 4 years | 10+2 PCB/PCM with 50% + entrance test | INR 62,180 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | 4 years | 10+2 with 50% PCB/PCM/Agriculture | INR 80,310 |
| BFSc | 4 years | 10+2 with Biology/Agriculture | INR 62,180 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Community Science | 4 years | 10+2 with 50% | INR 80,310 |
| MBA / MBA (Agri-Business) | 2 years | Graduation with 50% + CAT/MAT/CMAT | INR 1,28,100 |
| M.Sc (Agriculture and Allied) | 2 years | B.Sc (Hons) in relevant discipline | INR 40,670 to 54,430 |
| M.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 2 years | B.Tech AgEng + GATE / ICAR AICE | INR 54,430 |
| MFSc | 2 years | B.Sc (Hons) Fisheries / Zoology / Life Science | INR 40,670 |
| Ph.D (all disciplines) | 3 years minimum | M.Sc/M.Tech + UGC NET / ICAR JRF/SRF | INR 2,30,370 to 2,43,250 |
CCSHAU also offers a 5-year Diploma in Agriculture plus B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture integrated programme and post-graduate diploma programmes in Remote Sensing and GIS. Hostel accommodation is available for both boys and girls at an annual charge of up to INR 13,390.
CCSHAU Admission Process
B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture and BFSc Admission
Admission to B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture and BFSc programmes is based on the CCSHAU Entrance Examination combined with 10+2 performance. Eligibility requires at least 50% aggregate in 10+2 with PCB, PCM, or Agriculture as main subjects.
- Online application on admissions.hau.ac.in
- CCSHAU entrance test (objective type, based on 10+2 syllabus)
- Merit list based on entrance score and board performance
- Online counselling with choice filling and seat allotment
- Document verification and admission confirmation
Haryana state domicile candidates are prioritised in the state quota. Open category seats are available for candidates from other states.
B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Admission
B.Tech Agricultural Engineering admission at CCSHAU is based on the CCSHAU entrance test or JEE Main score. Eligibility is 10+2 with PCM and a minimum 50% aggregate. Haryana state candidates with Haryana board or CBSE scores from Haryana-based schools are eligible for the Haryana quota.
MBA and MRM Admission
MBA and Master in Rural Management admissions require a graduation degree with at least 50% aggregate. Valid scores from CAT, MAT, CMAT, or XAT are accepted. Individual college shortlisting and group discussion plus interview rounds follow the entrance test screening.
M.Sc, M.Tech, and MFSc Admission
Postgraduate science programmes at CCSHAU draw seats from two sources: ICAR-funded seats filled through the ICAR All India Competitive Examination (AICE-JRF/SRF) national merit list, and university-funded seats filled through the CCSHAU entrance test. Eligibility for M.Sc and MFSc is a B.Sc (Hons) degree in the relevant or allied discipline. M.Tech requires a B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering with a valid GATE or ICAR AICE score.
Ph.D Admission
Ph.D admissions require a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline and a valid UGC NET, ICAR JRF, or ICAR SRF qualification. University-funded seats are filled through a CCSHAU doctoral entrance test and interview. Research is conducted across all 8 constituent colleges in disciplines ranging from Plant Pathology and Entomology to Agricultural Economics and Food Science.
CCSHAU Placements
CCSHAU operates a Placement Cell that facilitates campus recruitment for final-year students across B.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, and integrated programme batches. The university’s strong industry linkages in agribusiness, food processing, rural development, and agricultural input sectors drive recruiter engagement.
| Programme | Median Package | Highest Package | Key Sectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Agricultural Engineering | INR 4.75 LPA | INR 14 LPA | Agri-machinery, Food processing, IT |
| PG (M.Sc / M.Tech / MBA) | INR 7.2 LPA | INR 14 LPA | Agri-input, Banking, Rural finance, FMCG |
Active recruiters at CCSHAU include agribusiness majors and government-linked organisations. ICAR institutes, State Agriculture Departments, NABARD, NCDEX, and agri-input companies recruit regularly from the M.Sc and M.Tech batches. Private sector recruiters for B.Tech include firms in food processing, farm machinery, and precision agriculture.
Many CCSHAU postgraduate and doctoral graduates pursue academic or research careers at ICAR research stations, state agricultural universities, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), and central institutes. UPSC Civil Services and state PSC examinations are also a common pathway for B.Sc Agriculture graduates from the CCSHAU network.
CCSHAU Rankings
CCSHAU is one of the most consistently ranked agricultural universities in India, appearing in multiple NIRF categories. Its NIRF score reflects strong research output, industry income, and teaching quality across its constituent colleges.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Agriculture and Allied Sciences | 10 |
| NIRF | University (Overall) | 101 to 150 band |
The university does not participate in international rankings such as QS or THE. Its recognition rests on ICAR/NAEAB accreditation, which is the primary quality assessment framework for agricultural universities in India, and on its NIRF standing which has been stable in the top 15 Agriculture institutions over recent cycles.
CCSHAU Scholarships
Students enrolled at CCSHAU are eligible for a range of university-level, state, and central government scholarship schemes. Academic merit and financial need are the two primary criteria used across these schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| ICAR JRF / SRF Fellowship | Qualified ICAR AICE for M.Sc / Ph.D in agriculture disciplines | INR 5,000 to 8,000 per month stipend plus contingency |
| UGC JRF | Qualified UGC NET with JRF for Ph.D admission | INR 31,000 to 35,000 per month stipend |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | SC/ST students, parental income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum | Tuition fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Above 80 percentile in 12th board, parental income below INR 4.5 Lakhs per annum | INR 1,000 per month for UG, INR 2,000 per month for PG |
| CCSHAU Merit Scholarship | Top academic performers within each batch at constituent colleges | Cash award as per university notification |
Applications for central scholarships are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in). ICAR fellowship applications are submitted through the official ICAR portal at the time of AICE-JRF/SRF exam registration.
CCSHAU Campus and Infrastructure
The CCSHAU main campus at Hisar, Haryana, spans 7,219 acres and includes farm fields, research stations, processing laboratories, and residential zones. Additional outstation campuses across Haryana add 1,426 acres of operational area. The campus hosts 8 constituent colleges, faculty residences, administrative buildings, and student hostels for both boys and girls.
Key infrastructure includes a central library with a digital resource centre, multiple department-level research laboratories, post-harvest processing facilities, a dairy farm, a seed processing unit, and sports grounds. CCSHAU’s proximity to Haryana’s agricultural belt means the university farms serve both teaching and live research purposes, exposing students to real crop seasons and field experiments.
Hostel accommodation is available separately for boys and girls on campus. Annual hostel charges are up to INR 13,390 including meals and utilities. The university also maintains a health centre, a bank branch, and transport facilities within campus.
CCSHAU vs PAU Ludhiana vs GBPUAT Pantnagar
All three universities are prominent state agricultural universities in northern India with strong ICAR recognition. The comparison below covers decision-relevant parameters for prospective UG and PG applicants in the agriculture and allied sciences domain.
| Parameter | CCSHAU Hisar (Haryana) | PAU Ludhiana (Punjab) | GBPUAT Pantnagar (Uttarakhand) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1970 | 1962 | 1960 |
| NAAC Grade | A+ | A++ | A+ |
| NIRF 2025 Agriculture Rank | 10 | Top 5 | Top 5 |
| Campus Area | 7,219 acres (Hisar) | 1,510 acres (Ludhiana) | 12,500 acres (Pantnagar) |
| B.Tech AgEng Fees (Total) | INR 1,15,850 | Comparable low state fee | Comparable low state fee |
| Flagship Strengths | Crop breeding, dryland agri, food processing | Punjab wheat and rice varieties, farm mechanisation | First agri university in India, diverse crops |
| Admission Route | CCSHAU entrance test + ICAR AICE (PG) | PAU entrance test + ICAR AICE (PG) | GBPUAT entrance test + ICAR AICE (PG) |
PAU Ludhiana holds the strongest seed variety legacy and highest NAAC grade among the three, reflecting decades of Punjab’s agricultural output. GBPUAT Pantnagar, as the first agricultural university in India, offers the largest physical campus and broadest interdisciplinary exposure. CCSHAU Hisar leads in dryland and semi-arid farming research relevant to Haryana and northwest India’s agroclimatic conditions. All three offer similar fee bands and ICAR fellowship-eligible PG programmes.
CCSHAU FAQs
Ques. What is CCSHAU known for?
Ans. CCSHAU is a state agricultural university in Hisar, Haryana, established in 1970. It is known for its contributions to India’s Green Revolution and White Revolution, its NIRF rank of 10 in Agriculture and Allied Sciences (2025), and its research in dryland farming, crop improvement, and agri-engineering. It is accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade and by ICAR’s NAEAB.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering at CCSHAU?
Ans. The total fee for the B.Tech Agricultural Engineering programme at CCSHAU for general category students is INR 1,15,850 for the full four-year duration. This is among the lowest fee structures for a ranked engineering programme at an agricultural university in India. NRI quota fees are INR 1,22,540 total.
Ques. How does admission to CCSHAU work?
Ans. CCSHAU conducts its own entrance examinations for UG programmes like B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture and B.Tech Agricultural Engineering. Applications are submitted online at admissions.hau.ac.in. For PG and Ph.D programmes, ICAR AICE-JRF/SRF qualified candidates fill ICAR-funded seats, while university-funded seats are filled through CCSHAU’s departmental entrance tests. Haryana domicile candidates are given priority in the state quota.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of CCSHAU?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, CCSHAU is ranked 10th in the Agriculture and Allied Sciences category in India. It also holds a position in the 101 to 150 band in the NIRF Overall and University categories. The university is accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade and by ICAR’s NAEAB.
Ques. Is hostel facility available at CCSHAU?
Ans. Yes, CCSHAU provides hostel accommodation for both male and female students on campus. Annual hostel charges are up to INR 13,390 inclusive of meals and basic facilities. The 7,219-acre Hisar campus has dedicated boys’ and girls’ hostel blocks within easy reach of the constituent colleges.
Ques. What are placement outcomes at CCSHAU?
Ans. CCSHAU places students in agribusiness, food processing, rural finance, and government sectors. The median campus placement package for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering graduates is INR 4.75 LPA. Postgraduate programme (M.Sc and MBA) graduates report a median of INR 7.2 LPA, with the highest recorded offer at INR 14 LPA. ICAR research institutes, NABARD, State Agriculture Departments, and agri-input companies are among the regular recruiters.
Ques. When does CCSHAU open admissions for the next year?
Ans. CCSHAU typically opens admissions for the next academic year in March, with entrance examinations held from May to June and counselling in July. The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to open in March 2027. Candidates should track the official website and the admissions portal at admissions.hau.ac.in for exact notification dates once released.
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The application window for the Postgraduate (PG) Diploma in Vocational Courses at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar, has closed. The final date for online application submission was August 15, 2025. The university is conducting physical counseling with a late fee from August 13 to August 19, 2025
Yes, you can get admission to Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar, if you qualify for the entrance exam or merit. Admission is not direct; it depends on the entrance test score. Fees are affordable—around INR 12,000 to INR 21,000 per year for UG courses and INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 per year for PG courses.
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