Founded in 1993 under the auspices of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Central Agricultural University (CAU) is a prestigious institution accredited by NAAC. The university provides a comprehensive range of undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and doctoral programs in agriculture and allied sciences through its 13 constituent colleges. As a fully residential university, CAU serves all the North East Hill states, with the exception of Assam, making it a vital educational hub in the region.
Central Agricultural University Admission 2024: Eligibility & Selection
CAU Imphal is set to offer admissions for the 2024 academic year across various degree programs at UG, PG, and PhD levels, specializing in disciplines such as Horticulture, Fisheries, and Agricultural Engineering. Prospective students must meet the eligibility criteria specific to their chosen courses. The admission process at CAU is uniform across all programs, with selection based on a valid score from the All India Entrance Examination (AIEEE) conducted by The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). This ensures that only the most qualified candidates are admitted to the university.
Below are some of the popular courses offered at Central Agricultural University, along with details on fees and specializations:
| Course | Specialisation |
|---|
BSc | Horticulture, Forestry, Agriculture |
MSc | (Community Science) in Food Science and Nutrition, (Community Science) in Extension and Communication Management, Horticulture (Vegetable Science, Fruit Science and Floriculture & Landscape Architecture) + 7 more specialisations |
MTech | Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Soil water conservation Engineering, Processing and Food Engineering, Irrigation and Drainage Engineering + 1 more specialisations |
BTech | Food Technology, Agricultural Engineering |
BFSc | Fisheries Science |
MFSc | Aquatic Animal Health, Fisheries Extension, Aquaculture, Fish Genetics and Breeding + 3 more specialisations |
BSc (Hons) | Horticulture, Community Science, Food Nutrition and Dietetics, Agriculture + more specialisations |
MBA | NA |
PhD | Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Processing and Food Engineering, Soil water conservation Engineering, Aquatic Animal Health + more specialisations |