UAS Bangalore B.Sc {Hons.} Sericulture: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for B.Sc Sericulture at UAS Bangalore is INR 2,58,295 for four years (first year INR 69,220, years two to four INR 63,025 each). This is as per the official UAS Bangalore fee structure 2025-26 approved by the Vice-Chancellor. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.

Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Agriculture) from a recognised board with a minimum of 45 percent aggregate marks. A valid Karnataka KCET rank is required for Karnataka-domicile students. About 40 to 50 percent of seats are reserved for children of agriculturists as per UAS Bangalore policy.

Ans. UAS Bangalore accepts Karnataka KCET as the primary admission route for Karnataka-domicile students. KCET 2026 was held from April 22 to April 24, 2026, with results declared June 6, 2026. Seat allotment is through KEA agriculture stream counselling. Students are advised to check UAS Bangalore’s official notification for any additional requirements.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as sericulture development officer, silk board inspector, mulberry farm manager, sericulture researcher, and rural entrepreneur in silk production. UAS Bangalore’s ICAR affiliation and NAAC A+ status support government recruitment (Karnataka Agricultural Department, Central Government agricultural services) as well as research and entrepreneurship roles in the agri sector.

Ans. Karnataka SC/ST students can avail full tuition reimbursement through the state scholarship portal. Female students can apply for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship (up to INR 50,000 per year, for families with income below INR 8,00,000). Merit-based Central Sector Scholarships (up to INR 12,000 per year) are available through scholarships.gov.in. State OBC and minority scholarships are also available.

Ans. UAS Bangalore is Karnataka’s oldest and most respected agricultural university with NAAC A+ accreditation and strong ICAR affiliation. The university’s research farms, ICAR-funded projects, and experienced faculty provide hands-on training. The Bangalore location and state university recognition open doors to government placements in Karnataka’s agricultural services, research institutes, and the private agri-sector.