Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya for the Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] {Hons.} (Agriculture) program include a semester fee that ranges between 6,665 to 10,300 INR. The admission fee can range from 16,000 to 22,000 INR, with the total cost of completing the four-year course estimated to be between 60,000 and 100,000 INR, excluding additional living expenses.
Hostel fees typically include a monthly charge of around 2,000 to 3,000 INR. Students have access to various scholarships such as the Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship, West Bengal Talent Support Stipend Programme, and potential financial aid for ICAR candidates. While some scholarships offer monthly stipends, such as 3,000 INR, others provide annual financial support like 18,000 INR from the state government.
Financial support is also provided through national scholarships.
About Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV), Mohanpur, offers four M.Tech specialisations: Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Food Engineering, Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology, and Soil and Water Engineering. All are two-year full-time programmes with a total fee of INR 24,440. Admission is through ICAR AIEEA PG for national quota or BCKV institutional test for state quota. BCKV ranks 16 in NIRF 2025 Agriculture; in 2026, BCKV Agriculture was ranked 13th by an external review site.
- Each M.Tech specialization has an intake of 10 seats.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. ICAR AIEEA PG exam begins 4 July 2026.
BCKV Mohanpur M.Tech Fees 2026
All four M.Tech specialisations at BCKV carry a uniform fee of INR 12,220 per year, totalling INR 24,440 over two years.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech Farm Machinery and Power Engineering | 2 Years | INR 24,440 |
| M.Tech Food Engineering | 2 Years | INR 24,440 |
| M.Tech Post Harvest Engineering and Technology | 2 Years | INR 24,440 |
| M.Tech Soil and Water Engineering | 2 Years | INR 24,440 |
- Fee is INR 12,220 per year across all four M.Tech specialisations.
- WB SC and ST students may qualify for full tuition waiver.
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources.
BCKV Mohanpur M.Tech Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| BCKV PG Institutional Test and Interview | May to June 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG Registration Closed | 10 June 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Exam | 4 July 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG Result | August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August to September 2026 |
- State quota: BCKV institutional test and interview concluded in June 2026.
- ICAR quota: qualify ICAR AIEEA PG and attend ICAR counselling.
- ICAR JRF or SRF holders may get test exemption at BCKV.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
BCKV Mohanpur Eligibility Criteria
- Passed B.Tech or B.E. in Agricultural Engineering or a related field from a recognised university.
- Minimum 60 percent aggregate or OGPA 6.60 out of 10.00.
- Minimum 50 percent or OGPA 5.60 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
- Valid ICAR AIEEA PG score required for ICAR national quota seats.
BCKV Mohanpur Admission Process
- Register for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 on the NTA exam portal for ICAR quota seats.
- Appear in the ICAR AIEEA PG exam on 4 July 2026 and check results in August 2026.
- For BCKV state quota, apply through the PG notification on the BCKV official portal.
- Attend BCKV written test and interview and await merit-based selection.
- Submit B.Tech degree and transcripts to complete enrolment after selection.
✓ Opt for this if
- Agricultural Engineering B.Tech graduates targeting ICAR research careers.
- Students seeking affordable PG at a NIRF 16 ranked agriculture university.
- ICAR JRF holders wanting stipend-funded M.Tech with fee concession at BCKV.
- WB residents preferring a nearby state agricultural university for PG studies.
✗ Skip if
- B.Tech graduates from non-agricultural engineering fields (CSE, Electronics, Civil).
- Students expecting metro campus or corporate private-sector placement.
- Candidates seeking management or MBA programmes rather than technical PG.
- Those needing pan-India brand recognition beyond the agricultural sector.
BCKV Mohanpur M.Tech Scholarships 2026
M.Tech students at BCKV are eligible for state and central government scholarships and ICAR fellowships based on merit and category.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Up to INR 60,000/year | WB domicile, family income below INR 2,50,000 |
| WB Talent Support Stipend Programme | INR 18,000/year | Meritorious WB domicile students |
| ICAR Junior Research Fellowship | INR 31,000/month | ICAR AIEEA PG merit rank holders, PG level |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| SC and ST State Scholarship (WB) | Full tuition waiver | WB domicile SC and ST students |
- ICAR JRF holders receive stipend and fee concession during tenure.
- Apply for Swami Vivekananda Scholarship within 30 days of joining.
BCKV Mohanpur M.Tech FAQs
Ques. What are the four M.Tech specialisations offered at BCKV?
Ans. BCKV, Mohanpur, offers M.Tech in four specialisations: Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Food Engineering, Post Harvest Engineering and Technology, and Soil and Water Engineering. All are two-year full-time research programmes with a uniform total fee of INR 24,440, aligned with ICAR’s agri-engineering priorities.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Tech admission at BCKV?
Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Tech or B.E. in Agricultural Engineering or a related discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 60 percent marks or OGPA 6.60 out of 10. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are eligible with 50 percent or OGPA 5.60. ICAR AIEEA PG score is required for national quota seats.
Ques. How does the ICAR AIEEA PG exam affect M.Tech admission at BCKV?
Ans. ICAR AIEEA PG is a national entrance exam for postgraduate admissions at ICAR-affiliated universities including BCKV. Candidates who qualify receive national quota seats and ICAR fellowship consideration. The exam for the 2026 session is scheduled on 4 July 2026. State quota seats at BCKV are separately filled through BCKV’s own institutional test and interview.
Ques. Can non-agricultural engineering graduates apply for M.Tech at BCKV?
Ans. M.Tech at BCKV requires a B.Tech or B.E. specifically in Agricultural Engineering or a related field. Graduates from core engineering disciplines such as Civil, Mechanical, or Electronics may not qualify directly. Candidates from related disciplines should confirm eligibility with BCKV’s admissions office before applying, as specialisation-level eligibility can vary.
Ques. What career paths are available after M.Tech from BCKV?
Ans. BCKV M.Tech graduates can pursue research at ICAR institutes, join central government agri-engineering departments, or take up roles in food processing and agri-equipment companies. They may also qualify as Assistant Professors in agricultural engineering at state agricultural universities or pursue PhD through ICAR or university research programmes.
Ques. Is ICAR Junior Research Fellowship available for M.Tech students at BCKV?
Ans. Yes. ICAR AIEEA PG merit rank holders are eligible for the ICAR Junior Research Fellowship, which provides INR 31,000 per month during the M.Tech programme along with a fee concession. ICAR JRF and SRF holders may also receive exemption from BCKV’s institutional written test, subject to confirmation from the admissions office.