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About Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Agriculture)
The B.Sc in Agriculture (Hons.) at Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya (UBKV), Cooch Behar, is a four-year undergraduate programme at a UGC-recognised, ICAR-accredited state agricultural university established in 2001. Admission is merit-based on Class XII board marks for state quota seats, with ICAR quota seats filled via ICAR AIEEA UG 2026. An external review site ranks UBKV 53 in its 2026 India Agriculture Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: UBKV B.Sc Agriculture admissions for 2026-27 are merit-based (no entrance test for state quota). ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 rank is needed for ICAR quota seats. Visit ubkv.ac.in for the schedule.
Key Points
- BSc Agriculture (Hons.), UBKV Cooch Behar, ICAR accredited.
- Total fees INR 65,400. Four years, eight semesters.
- State quota: merit on Class XII marks, no entrance test.
- An external review site ranks UBKV 53 in India Agriculture Colleges 2026.
- 10 plus 2 with PCB/Agriculture, 60 percent. 118 seats.
UBKV Cooch Behar Agriculture Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (4 Years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 65,400 |
- Total fees INR 65,400 for the four year programme.
- Hostel separate: INR 2,950 per year. Limited availability.
- Confirm current fee structure at the UBKV website.
UBKV Cooch Behar Agriculture Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 Exam (Tentative) | July 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 Result (Tentative) | July to August 2026 |
| UBKV Merit List Publication (Tentative) | July to August 2026 |
| UBKV Admission and Counselling (Tentative) | August to September 2026 |
| B.Sc Classes Commence (Tentative) | September to October 2026 |
- State quota: merit on Class XII marks, no entrance test.
- ICAR quota: 15 percent of seats via ICAR AIEEA UG 2026.
- WB domicile mandatory for state quota. ICAR quota open nationally.
- Check the UBKV website and ICAR portal for AIEEA UG details.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Class XII (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agriculture from a recognised board with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate AND 60 percent in each required subject (general/OBC). SC/ST/PwD need 50 percent in the aggregate and in each required subject.
- A minimum of 60 percent in Class X is also required for general/EWS/OBC (55 percent for SC/ST/PwD). Minimum age is 16 years as on 1 June 2026. West Bengal domicile is required for state quota. ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 rank is required for ICAR quota seats.
- B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) at UBKV has 118 seats (79 at Pundibari, 39 at Majhian campus, Dakshin Dinajpur). Seats follow government reservation norms. A Hill Quota is available for candidates from designated hill areas of West Bengal.
Admission Process
- For ICAR quota seats, register for ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 at the NTA portal. The exam is tentatively scheduled for July 2026. A valid ICAR AIEEA UG rank is needed for UBKV ICAR quota seats.
- For state quota seats, no entrance test is required. Admission is merit-based on Class XII board marks. Monitor ubkv.ac.in for the merit list, typically published in July to August 2026 after board results.
- Attend UBKV counselling at Pundibari with Class X and XII marksheets, domicile certificate, category certificate (if applicable), and passport photographs. Seat allotment is merit-based.
- Complete fee payment of INR 65,400 for the four-year programme at UBKV administrative office. Classes commence in September to October 2026 at the Faculty of Agriculture, Pundibari, Cooch Behar.
✓ Opt for this if
- Students from North Bengal or Northeast India seeking nearby agricultural university.
- Cost-sensitive students: low fees and hostel available on campus.
- Students targeting ICAR-accredited degree for government agri jobs.
- Aspirants for ICAR JRF, SRF, or agricultural officer state exams.
✗ Skip if
- Students seeking metro-city campus or urban placement ecosystem.
- Those targeting non-agriculture management or business roles.
- Students requiring NIRF top-50 or private deemed university brand.
UBKV Cooch Behar Agriculture Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means (WB Govt) | As per government norms | 75% or above in qualifying exam. Apply via WB scholarship portal. |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Central Govt) | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC/EBC students. Apply at scholarships.gov.in. |
| Kanyashree (WB Govt) | As per government norms | Female students from West Bengal. Apply via WB Kanyashree portal. |
| ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | As per ICAR norms | ICAR AIEEA PG qualifiers with top ranks. For M.Sc/Ph.D students. |
- Confirm eligibility and documents at the UBKV admissions office.
- WB government scholarships: apply via the West Bengal scholarship portal.
- SC/ST/OBC students apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- ICAR scholarships are available for meritorious PG students at ICAR-accredited universities.
UBKV Cooch Behar Agriculture FAQs
Ques. What are the total fees for B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV?
Ans. Total fees for B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) at UBKV, Cooch Behar, are INR 65,400 for the four-year programme, covering tuition, examination, and other charges. Hostel charges are separate at INR 2,950 per year. Verify at ubkv.ac.in.
Ques. What is the eligibility for B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV?
Ans. For B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) at UBKV, candidates need Class XII with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agriculture with a minimum of 60 percent aggregate AND 60 percent in each subject (general). Class X minimum 60 percent and WB domicile are also required for state quota seats.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV?
Ans. No entrance exam is needed for state quota B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV. Admission is merit-based on Class XII board marks. For ICAR quota seats (around 15 percent of intake), a valid rank in ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 (conducted by NTA) is required.
Ques. How many seats are available for B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV?
Ans. B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) at UBKV has 118 seats. Seats are split across Pundibari (79) and Majhian campus (39 seats, Dakshin Dinajpur). Seats follow central government reservation norms.
Ques. What careers are available after B.Sc Agriculture from UBKV?
Ans. B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) graduates from UBKV can pursue careers as agricultural officer, agronomist, farm manager, bank agricultural officer, researcher, and agri-entrepreneur in the state agriculture departments, NABARD, input companies, agri-processing firms, seed companies, ICAR, and export trade. The four-year ICAR-accredited degree makes graduates eligible for ICAR Junior Research Fellowships and M.Sc at agricultural universities.
Ques. What subjects are covered in B.Sc Agriculture at UBKV?
Ans. The B.Sc Agriculture (Hons.) programme at UBKV covers crop production, soil science, plant pathology, entomology, agricultural economics, and agricultural biotechnology over eight semesters. The curriculum follows ICAR’s V Dean’s Committee recommendations for accredited agricultural universities. Students complete practical training and campus attachment during the final year.