Admission to SHUATS is based on an entrance exam and counseling, with no group discussion or interview required. Some seats are reserved for ICAR candidates, and Christian students have an advantage in admissions. Key programs include BTech and BSc in Agriculture, Dairy Technology, Food Technology, and Biotechnology. High rank in entrance exam (up to 200) is recommended for popular courses. Admission timeline starts in December with form submissions until May, followed by exams in May and results in early June.
Faculty are qualified and supportive, with a focus on agriculture-related courses, but some lack industrial exposure. The tuition fee is Rs. 60,000 per semester, with a Rs. 10,000 caution deposit. Hostel costs range from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 25,000, plus mess charges. Scholarships are available mainly for Christian and Uttar Pradesh students, with state government assistance up to Rs. 30,000, but not guaranteed. Placement rates have declined, with only 20-30% of students securing jobs in previous years, often with low salary offers.
No on-campus placements occurred recently, prompting students to consider further studies or different fields. Financial aid includes scholarships for minority and disadvantaged students and educational loans from external banks. Tuition for BTech Food course is approximately Rs. 78,000 per semester, with additional lab and exam fees leading to an overall cost of about Rs. 800,000 for the entire course. Concerns about value for money and facilities exist, though improvements are planned.
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