KAU Thrissur Course Admission 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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19 Nov, 2025 KAU Thrissur PG Admission 2025-26 is ongoing. Further, the candidates must report for certificate verification from Nov 24 to Nov 25, 2025. Check details here.

19 Nov, 2025 KAU Thrissur is ongoing for the PhD Admission 2025-26. Further, the candidates selected for the program have to report for verification on Nov 25, 2025. Check details here.

Kerala Agriculture University (KAU) Vellanikkara, Kerala is an agricultural university that offers various programs in agriculture, horticulture and forestry. From 2011, the university is trifurcated into Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU), Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) and Kerala Agricultural University.

The University has six colleges (three Agriculture, one Agricultural Engineering, one Forestry, one Co-operation Banking & Management), six RARSs, seven KVKs, 15 Research Stations and 16 Research and Extension Units under the faculties of Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering and Forestry. In addition, one Academy on Climate Change Adaptation and one Institute of Agricultural Technology offering M.Sc. (Integrated) Climate Change Adaptation and Diploma in Agricultural Sciences respectively are also functioning in Kerala Agricultural University. The University has five campuses in Vellayani, Padannakad, Vellanikkara, tavanur, and pattambi.

It offers Diploma courses, Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Integrated and doctoral degree programmes in the field of agriculture.

The University follows the online mode of application only. Students are admitted to the Under Graduate courses of the university on the basis of the ranks obtained in the common entrance examination (CEE) conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations, Government of Kerala.

Application forms for all Under Graduate courses other than B.Sc (C&B) can be obtained from institutions listed in the Government Notification regarding Common Entrance Examination, issued from time to time.

Admissions to BSc Co-operation and Banking (C&B) course are made on merit.

For the PG courses, admissions are made on the basis of merit scored in the entrance test conducted by the university. For the admissions to Ph.D., selections are made by the committee constituted by the University for the purpose on the basis of written test and interview. Ph. D. admissions are on the basis of interviews. Application forms for PG courses can be downloaded from this website.

The foreign students shall apply for admission to the Programmes of the Kerala Agricultural University through the Indian Missions in the respective country and the application with bio-data and copies of certificates to prove qualification and age has to be forwarded to the Government of India by the Indian Embassy/Mission in concerned country. The Govt. of India, ICAR or EdCIL arranges for admission through the Indian Council of Agricultural Research/ DARE/ EdCIL. The seats allotted to foreign students will be over and above the notified strength in each course.

Admissions to all UG courses usually begin in the month of February.

University has reservation policy for ST and SC candidates.

Kerala Agriculture University, Under Graduate Admissions 2024

The University offers B.Sc (Hons.) in Agriculture in three Affiliated colleges, B.Sc Co-operation and Banking, B.Sc Forestry and B.Sc Co-operation, Banking and Management different colleges of university.

It also offers B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering and B.Tech in Food Engineering. University also runs Integrated programme such as M.Sc in climate change adaptation and M.Sc in Biotechnology. Admissions to all the Under Graduate courses are made through CEE (Common Entrance Exam) conducted by Commissioner of Entrance exam. Eligibility criteria are given in the table below.

Course Specialization Selection Procedure College Eligibility
B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture Admissions to the course is done on the basis of rank scored in CEE conducted by KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical courses) College of Agriculture, Vellayani College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara College of Agriculture, Padannakad Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education, with 50% marks in Biology separately, and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology put together, are eligible Biotechnology will not be considered as a subject for academic eligibility.
B.Sc (Hons.) Forestry Admissions to the course is done on the basis of rank scored in CEE conducted by KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical courses) College of Forestry, Vellenikkara Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala, or examinations recognised equivalent thereto, with 50% marks in Biology separately, and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology put together, are eligible . Biotechnology will not be considered as a subject for academic eligibility.
B.Sc (Hons.) Co-operation and Banking. Co-operation Banking and Management Admissions to these courses are made on merit basis. Faculty of Co-operation banking and management Candidates for admission to B.Sc. (C&B) Hons programme should have passed Higher Secondary Examination of the Board of Higher Secondary Education, Kerala or examinations recognised equivalent thereto with a minimum of 50% marks in optional subjects taken together
B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Admissions to the course is done on the basis of rank scored in CEE conducted by KEAM (Kerala Engineering Architecture and Medical courses) Faculty of Agriculture Engineering Candidates who have passed Higher Secondary Examination with 50% marks in Mathematics separately, and 50 % marks in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry put together are eligible for admission.

The application procedure for admission to these courses is online. Students who are interested in any of the courses are required to visit website and apply online there. Mode of admission to these courses is through Common Entrance Exam. Selection is made strictly on the basis of merit in entrance exam. University has reservation provision for SC and ST candidates.

Note: For admission to all UG courses, the minimum eligibility for ST/SC candidates is pass marks in qualifying exam.

Kerala Agriculture University MBA Admissions 2024

University offers MBA program in Agriculture Business Management.

Course Specialization College Eligibility Selection Procedure
MBA Agriculture Business Management College of Co-operation, Banking and Management

Any graduate with 60% marks in aggregate from class 10 onwards are eligible for admission to this course.

Or 

Professional Graduate from State Agricultural Universities recognised by ICAR with minimum 7.00/10 OGPA

Selection of students is made on the basis of scores secured in KMAT, CAT, CMAT or MAT

The candidates who are keen to seek admission in MBA course need to qualify any of the following tests- KMAT, CAT, CMAT, or MAT. Usually, these tests are conducted in the month of December or January.  Kerala Agriculture University invites application for MBA in Agriculture Business Management only after the declaration of results of the above mentioned tests. Admissions to the course are made on the basis of the scores in KMAT, CAT, CMAT OR MAT.

University also has reservation policy for ST and SC candidates.

Kerala Agriculture University Postgraduation Admissions 2024

University offers M.Sc and M.tech programmes in various disciplines of Agriculture, Forestry Wildlife and Co-operation, Banking and Management. Admissions to Postgraduation courses begin in the month of July every year. Mode of application is online only. Candidates who wish to take admission in these courses should regularly visit the university website for more information.

Application forms and prospectus for admission to the PG programmes are available in the KAU website. The candidates should apply for the course(s) online and a hard copy of the application shall be forwarded along with the required documents and fees to the Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU P.O., Thrissur, Kerala - 680 656 within 7 days to the last date prescribed for the submission of online application.

Selection is made on the basis of merit.

Course Specialization Eligibility Selection Procedure College
M.Sc Agriculture (Agronomy) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Soil Science and Agriculture Chemistry) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Entomology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Extension) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Breeding and Genetics) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Pathology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Physiology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as Selection is made on the basis of merit. equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant and Bio-Technology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Microbiology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Minimum eligibility for admission to M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics) is restricted to basic degree holders in Agriculture. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Pomology and Floriculture) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Plantation Crops and Spices) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Olericulture) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Processing Technology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Home Science (FS and N)  Students with any degree of the Kerala Agricultural University except that in Co-operation, Banking and Management and Agriculture Engineering are eligible. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Vellayani
M.Sc Agriculture (Soil Science and Agriculture Chemistry) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agriculture (Agronomy) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agricultural Statistics Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agriculture (Entomology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agriculture (Pomology and Floriculture) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Breeding and Genetics) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Agriculture, Padannakad
M.Sc Agriculture (Agronomy) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Soil Science and Agriculture Chemistry) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Entomology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Extension) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Breeding and Genetics) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Physiology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Pathology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Plant Bio-Technology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Microbiology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Pomology and Fomiculture) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Plantation Crops and Spices) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Olericulture) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Processing Technology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Statistics) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Seed Science and Technology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Agriculture (Agricultural Meterology) Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Co-operation and Banking (Rural Marketing Management) Any degree of the Kerala Agricultural University or an equivalent degree recognized by KAU. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Co-operation, Banking and Management
M.Sc Co-operation and Banking (Rural Banking and Finance Management) Any degree of the Kerala Agricultural University or an equivalent degree recognized by KAU. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Co-operation, Banking and Management
M.Sc Co-operation and Banking (Co-operative Management) Any degree of the Kerala Agricultural University or an equivalent degree recognized by KAU. Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Co-operation, Banking and Management
M.Sc Forestry (Silviculture and Agroforestry) A basic degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture or equivalent degree recognized by KAU Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Forestry, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Forestry (Tree Physiology and Breeding) A basic degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture or equivalent degree recognized by KAU Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Forestry, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Forestry (Wild Life Sciences) A basic degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture/ B.V.Sc. &A.H (for Wildlife Science only) or equivalent degree recognized by KAU Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Forestry, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Forestry (Forest Management and Utilization) A basic degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture or equivalent degree recognized by KAU Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Forestry, Vellanikkara
M.Sc Forestry (Wood Sciences) A basic degree in Forestry/ Agriculture/ Horticulture) or equivalent degree recognized by KAU Selection is made on the basis of merit. College of Forestry, Vellanikkara

Students with three year B.Sc. (Ag.)  of other Agricultural Universities and Traditional Universities are not eligible for admission to all the M.Sc Agriculture programmes; however, this is not applicable to persons already employed as teachers in the Kerala Agricultural University and Agricultural Officers in the Government of Kerala prior to 8-9-1983.

University has reservation policy for ST and SC candidates.

Kerala Agriculture University M.Tech Admissions 2024

The University offers M.Tech Agriculture in Farm Power and Machinery and Agricultural Processing and Food Engineering. Admissions to the courses begin in the month of June and July every year. University also provides reservation to ST and SC candidates seeking admission to the courses.

Mode of application to the courses is online.

Course Specialization Eligibility College Selection Procedure
M.Tech Agriculture (Farm Power and Machinery) Graduation in Agricultural Engineering or an equivalent degree recognized by KAU with an OGPA of 6.0/10 for general category and 5.5/10 for SC/ST category for graduates of KAU, under UG regulations 2007. For graduates of KAU under UG regulations up to 2006, the minimum OGPA is 7.3/10 for general category and 7.0/10 for SC/ST. Kelappaji College of Engineering Selection is made through Entrance Exam conducted by the University
M.Tech Agricultural processing and Food Engineering Graduation in Agricultural Engineering or an equivalent degree recognized by KAU with an OGPA of 6.0/10 for general category and 5.5/10 for SC/ST category for graduates of KAU, under UG regulations 2007. For graduates of KAU under UG regulations up to 2006, the minimum OGPA is 7.3/10 for general category and 7.0/10 for SC/ST. Kelappaji College of Engineering Selection is made through Entrance Exam conducted by the University

Application forms and prospectus for admission to the PG programmes are available in the KAU website. The candidates should apply for the course(s) online and a hard copy of the application shall be forwarded along with the required documents and fees to the Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU P.O., Thrissur, Kerala - 680 656 within 7 days to the last date prescribed for the submission of online application.

Kerala Agriculture University PhD Admissions 2024

University offers various Research programmes in many disciplines. Admissions are made on the basis of overall assessment of the candidate. Admission procedure starts in the month of June and July every year.

University has many colleges that provide research in Agronomy, Agricultural Entomology, Agricultural Extension, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Plant Pathology

Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Plant Physiology, Home Science(FS&N),

Plant Biotechnology, Plantation Crops and Spices, Olericulture, Processing Technology, Agricultural Statistics, Silviculture & Agroforestry, Tree Physiology & Breeding, Wild Life Science, Forest Management & Utilisation, Wood Science.

Course Specialization Eligibility College
Ph.D Agronomy, Agricultural Entomology, Agricultural Extension, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Plant Pathology  Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Plant Physiology, Plant Biotechnology, Plantation Crops and Spices, Olericulture, Processing Technology Master’s Degree in the respective discipline /related discipline from the faculty concerned of KAU or a recognised equivalent qualification with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST. A basic degree in Agri./Hort./Ag.Engg./Forestry is essential for all courses College of Agriculture, Vellayani AND College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara
Ph.D Rural Marketing Management Master’s Degree in the respective discipline /related discipline from the faculty concerned of KAU or a recognized equivalent qualification with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST or MBA (ABM) with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST. College of Co-operation, Banking and Management, Vellanikkara
Ph.D Silviculture & Agroforestry, Tree Physiology & Breeding, Wild Life Science, Forest Management & Utilisation, Wood Science Master’s Degree in the respective discipline /related discipline from the faculty concerned of KAU or a recognised equivalent qualification with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST. A basic degree in Agri./Hort./Ag.Engg./Forestry is essential for all courses College of Forestry, KAU P.O., Vellanikkara
Ph.D Farm Power & Machinery,  Soil & Water Engineering,  Agriculture Processing & Food Engineering Master’s Degree in the respective discipline /related discipline from the faculty concerned of KAU or a recognised equivalent qualification with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST. A basic degree in Agri./Hort./Ag.Engg./Forestry is essential for all courses Kelappaji College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Tavanur
Ph.D Home Science(FS&N), The minimum eligibility for admission to Ph.D in Home Science shall be M Sc. in Home Science with specialisation in Food Science and Nutrition/M Sc. in Food Science and Nutrition recognised by KAU with an OGPA of 7.0/10.0 for general category and 6.5/10.0 for SC/ST or 60% marks for general category and 50% marks for SC/ST under traditional system. College of Agriculture, Vellayani AND College of Horticulture, Vellanikkara

Application forms and prospectus for admission to the PG programmes are available in the KAU website. The candidates should apply for the course(s) online and a hard copy of the application shall be forwarded along with the required documents and fees to the Registrar, Kerala Agricultural University, KAU P.O., Thrissur, Kerala - 680 656 within 7 days to the last date prescribed for the submission of online application.

FAQs

Ques. How many colleges comes under KAU? 

Ans. The University has the following - 
  • Six colleges (three Agriculture, one Agricultural Engineering, one Forestry, one Co-operation Banking & Management)
  • Six RARSs, seven KVKs, 15 Research Stations and 16 Research and Extension Units under the faculties of Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering and Forestry
  • One Academy on Climate Change Adaptation and one Institute of Agricultural Technology offering M.Sc. (Integrated) Climate Change Adaptation and Diploma in Agricultural Sciences respectively are also functioning in Kerala Agricultural University
  •  The University has five campuses in Vellayani, Padannakad, Vellanikkara, tavanur, and pattambi.

Ques. What are courses available at KAU? 

Ans. Kerala Agriculture University (KAU), Vellanikkara, Kerala is an agricultural university that offers various programs in agriculture, horticulture and forestry. From 2011, the university was trifurcated into Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU), Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) and Kerala Agricultural University. There universities offer courses like BSc. (Hons), B.Tech, BSc. + MSc. , M.Sc, PG Diploma, Diploma and Ph.D.

Ques. What is the admission process at KAU? 

Ans. The application procedure for admission to these courses is online. Students who are interested in any of the courses are required to visit the website and apply online there. Mode of admission to these courses is through the Common Entrance Exam. Selection is made strictly on the basis of merit in the entrance exam.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for MBA admissions at KAU? 

Ans. The eligibility criteria for MBA admissions are as follows - 

  • Any graduate with 60% marks in aggregate from class 10 onwards are eligible for admission to this course

Or, 

  • Professional Graduate from State Agricultural Universities recognised by ICAR with minimum 7.00/10 OGPA

Ques. What is the prospectus of postgraduate admission at KAU? 

Ans. University offers M.Sc and M.tech programmes in various disciplines of Agriculture, Forestry Wildlife and Co-operation, Banking and Management. Admissions to Postgraduate courses begin in the month of July every year. Mode of application is online only. Candidates who wish to take admission in these courses should regularly visit the university website for more information.

Ques. What are the research programmes available at KAU for Ph.D courses ? 

Ans. University has many colleges that provide research in Agronomy, Agricultural Entomology, Agricultural Extension, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Plant Pathology, Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Plant Physiology, Home Science(FS&N),

Plant Biotechnology, Plantation Crops and Spices, Olericulture, Processing Technology, Agricultural Statistics, Silviculture & Agroforestry, Tree Physiology & Breeding, Wild Life Science, Forest Management & Utilisation, Wood Science.

Ques. What are eligibility criteria for the MSc. courses at KAU ? 

Ans. The basic eligibility criteria for the MSc. courses at KAU is Bachelor’s degree in the respective subject/ equivalent degree recognised by KAU. B.Sc. (Ag.) and B.Sc. (Hort.) will be treated as equal for admission purposes.

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Date of Reporting for Document Verification Via ICAR Admission 2025 [B.Sc] (Agriculture)
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B.Sc + M.Sc, Biotechnology
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

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I have applied for bds, homeopathy, ayurveda and biotechnology . And I've got admission for bds but I am not much interested in dental field so I've relocated my options and applied for the next three courses, in that After rejecting bds I've got admission in biotechnology. Before relocating my options I had done a research and investigation about biotechnology and find that it is good for me to chose. The admission for biotechnology in college of agriculture Vellayani is through NEET exam, the candidate who had appeared for neet exam who are willing for study biotechnology can choose the option and by the basis of rank you will be get admission. For year 2024 the cut off marks in neet to get biotechnology is 520 + for OBC, 420 + for SC, 350 + for ST. Next year the cut off may vary according to ranks.
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Reviewed on Jan 6, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

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I applied at kerala university and got seat in SNCT KOLLAM but dropped out when I got chance in kerala agricultural university as I thought I would be more exposed to the outside world. The eligibility for admission process is, in 12 th std we need above 85% of marks
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College Ninja
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Reviewed on Dec 29, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

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The admission was through Neet . I had hoped to be a doctor. But as the marks wasn't sufficient, I chose agriculture. I only applied for two colleges, this one and College of Agriculture in Vellayni, Trivandrum. I hoped and did chose this college as it is in my hometown so i would'nt have to stay in hostel. It is also the best college for this course in Kerala. The Arts of Kerala Agricultural University is held here. And the landscape is beautiful and vast which also provides enough resources and infrastructure for this course. Students can also get admission through ICAR examination. The cut off changes for each reservation and each year according to the number of students and also the highest marks.
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Krishnendu
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Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024(Enrolled 2022)

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Firstly it is my dream university. And the course climate change and environment science is very relevant globally. This course make us updated about current climate situations and provide more information about climate change.
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Anusree C A
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Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024(Enrolled 2022)

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I have applied for bsc hons agriculture and this but due to less marks in neet exam i got the college i am currently in. Admission procedure is through neet exam. According to the marks scored in the exam we can apply to various colleges .
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Reviewed on Jul 4, 2024(Enrolled 2020)

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Admission process is carried out by considering the rank scored by the student in the national entrance exam conducted by NTA . There is no seperate application fee for the course. Reservation benifits are there for SC/ST students
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Akhila
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Reviewed on Jun 10, 2024(Enrolled 2018)

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The eligibility of the course is 60% mark in higher secondary with biology as major subject. Also one has to qualify the neet all india exam to get admission. Reservation are applied according to the govt rules
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Anonymous
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Reviewed on Jun 7, 2024(Enrolled 2022)

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The admission is through keam that is you have pass the neet exam there are reserved seats for sc st and obc. 80% of seats are filled by government of kerala and 20% by ICAR .you have to take icar exams if you are not resising in kerala . The icar exam is not as tough as neet but if aim for it you can crack it
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Reviewed on May 13, 2024(Enrolled 2022)

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Admission is through neet score , registration of keam is mandatory (for keralalite students) reservation for sc/st/OBC H/ OBC as per keam rank list.Exams are held once in an year and an average mark of 300+in neet is required for admission
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Safna P
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Entrance is through the Neet and icar exam. Admission to Kau is through the keam rank obtained by writing keam. Obc, scene/St students have some seats reserved. And a seat for an employee at Kerala Agricultural University.
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