Uttar Banga Krishi Vishwavidyalaya Cooch Behar B.Tech Agricultural Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the college is based on a merit list and involves a verification session and orientation before paying the fees. The university consists of Agriculture, Horticulture, and Agricultural Engineering faculties, with a favorable faculty-to-student ratio of 1:4. Classes typically have 25 students with seating for 30. Faculty members are supportive, with some noted for their teaching and engagement. The examination structure includes mid-semester (30 marks), end-semester (50 marks), and additional practicals, viva, and assignments (20 marks), making it challenging to maintain a CGPA above 8.5.

The semester fee for undergraduates is Rs. 5,000, with meal costs at Rs. 30 per meal. Postgraduate fees are higher, but scholarships are available. Placement opportunities are limited, with a placement rate of 10-15% and average packages between 3 to 4 lakh per annum; the highest package is 4.5 lakh. Students are eligible for placements from the 6th semester but often choose competitive exams instead. Last year’s 97% placement rate includes students pursuing higher studies and cooperative banks.

Companies visiting are mainly from the agricultural sector, such as tractor and fertilizer companies, and banks like HDFC. Internships are offered in both government and private sectors, with stipends around Rs. 5,000 monthly. Specialized training in farm machinery and other areas occurs in states like Haryana and Odisha. Educational tours are also provided. The semester fee ranges from Rs. 12,500 to Rs. 13,100, with total 4-year fees around Rs. 1,60,000, including hostel charges.

Scholarships are limited, but options like the SVMCM Scholarship offer Rs. 60,000 per year. Hostel mess charges are Rs. 1,800 monthly, and a Rs. 2,500 caution fee applies for accommodation. Despite EWS tuition reductions, the fee structure is considered high relative to other government agriculture universities.