Overview

Jorhat, India


Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Overview

Latest Updates:

  • AAU has released the counselling-cum-admission schedule for M.V.Sc and PhD programs. 
  • The counseling for admission to both programs will be held on Jan 30, 2025, at the university’s Khanapara Campus.

Assam Agricultural University is a state university located in Jorhat, Assam. Established on April 1, 1969, it was the first institution of its kind in India's northeastern region. The university is recognized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). In the 2024 National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), AAU secured the 14th position in the agriculture category. 

AAU offers a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Popular undergraduate courses include B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture, B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Sc. (Hons) in Community Science, and B.F.Sc. For postgraduate studies, the university provides M.Sc. (Agri), M.V.Sc., M.Sc. (Community Science), and M.F.Sc. degrees. Admissions to these programs are based on merit and entrance examinations. The total fees for all the courses at Assam Agricultural University range between ₹ 18,000-46,000.

The average median package is around ₹ 56,197.  Top recruiters are Reliance Industries Limited [RIL], IDBI Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India etc.

Quick Highlights

The table below shows some of the key highlights of Assam Agricultural University.

Particular

Details

Top Recruiters

Reliance Industries Limited [RIL], IDBI Bank, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India

University Type

State University 

Fees Range

₹22000-46000

AAU Ranking 

#14 rank (NIRF)

Recognition By

UGC–AIU

Entrance Exams

CETPG-MVSC

Year of Establishment

1969

Total Area (in acre)

1700

Faculty 

50+

Application mode

Online 


Ranking

Assam Agricultural University (AAU), located in Jorhat, Assam, secured the 14th position among agricultural universities in India, according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2024. 

Ranking Body

Year 

Rank

NIRF

2024

14th out of 40 in India 

Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Programs

In 1969 the Assam Agricultural University was situated in Jorhat district in Assam state of India. Undergraduate and postgraduate facilities offered by this UGC-approved university include agriculture, veterinary medicine, community and fisheries science, horticulture, and sericulture. It is also possible to get research-level courses at AAU. All the courses have merit-based admission while B.Sc. Veterinary Science has an entrance test known as AAU VET conducted by the University. Students can view the eligibility requirements and total cost of tuition for all AAU  courses in the table below:


Courses

Fees (1st year)

B.Sc

₹13,150

M.Sc

₹19,590

B.V.Sc

₹14,000

B.Sc {Hons.}

₹14,000

B.F.Sc

₹13,230- 14,000

PG Diploma

₹50,000

MBA

₹80,130

M.F.Sc

₹20,320

M.V.Sc

₹21,930

B.Sc

₹13,150

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Bachelor of Arts [BA]

1 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Admissions

The Assam Agricultural University (AAU) offers UG and PG programs in agriculture and related fields. For UG admissions, candidates must have completed their 12th standard with at least 50% marks in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and English. Postgraduate admissions are based on merit, determined by the All India Entrance Examination in Agriculture (AIEEA) conducted by the ICAR. For disciplines not covered by AIEEA, AAU conducts its own Common Entrance Test (CET-PG). Here are the specifics for some of our most popular courses with students:

Course

Eligibility Criteria

B.Sc

10+2

M.Sc

Graduation 

B.V.Sc

10+2 with 50% + AAU VET

B.Sc {Hons.}

10+2

B.F.Sc

10+2

PG Diploma

Graduation

MBA

Graduation

M.F.Sc

Graduation

M.V.Sc

Graduation

B.Sc

10+2

Important Dates

Here are some important dates for Assam Agricultural University - [AAU]pieces of historical information are also appended below :

Events

Important Dates 

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling: Online Registration, Fee,

6 Jan '25 - 10 Jan '25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Allotment, Document Upload

15 Jan '25 - 16 Jan '25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Online Document Verification

17 Jan '25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 4

4 Feb ‘25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Mop-Up

8-11 Feb ’25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Mop-Up: Seat Allotment and Document Upload

15 Feb ‘25

ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Mop-Up: Online Document Upload

17 Feb ‘25

Master of Business Administration [MBA]

1

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

1

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

Yes, Assam Agricultural University does practise the reserved seat policy in interest According to the Government of India norms. For SC/ST/OBC candidates and North-Eastern students, there is a prescribed Seat Quota.

AAU provides opportunities and scholarships for deserving as well as needy students. There are scholarships offered according to different perceptions such as academic merit, category SC/ST/OBC, and as mentioned by the University/ Government norms.

Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Placements

Assam Agricultural University's Training and Placement Cell supports students' career development. It organizes training programs and various workshops. The cell also facilitates campus interviews and placements in various government and non-government organizations. Many graduates and postgraduates have been placed in organizations involved in research and development, business, banking, agriculture, veterinary science, fishery science, and community science sectors. At Assam Agricultural University (AAU) the pay package provided ranges between ₹4 LPA to ₹6 LPA with a minimum of ₹2 LPA. 

FAQS

The graduates from AAU can work as bankers, food scientists, wet nurses of livestock and fish, feed manufacturers, agronomists, extensionists, and rural planners in sectors such as agricultural, food processing, veterinary, fishery, business, and development. They can also join government departments or NGOs, multinational organizations, research organizations of agriculture and allied sectors or start their agriculture and allied-based business.

Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Scholarships

Assam Agricultural University provides various scholarships to its students enrolled in UG, PG, and Doctoral courses. These scholarships are merit cum means based and are mostly government funded.

Scholarship Type 

Details 

State Merit Scholarship 

For the students belonging to the state of Assam, Available for both UG and PG courses.

RAWEP/TIWEP/ FWEP/Internship

For the students belonging to the state of Assam 

Thesis Grant

Available for students enrolled in PG and Doctoral Courses.

Yes, scholarship for students enrolled in doctoral courses is available at Assam Agricultural University. It is known as Thesis Grant.

Grant for students in PG courses: ₹2,000

Grant for PhD students: ₹3,000

Assam Agricultural University - [AAU] ,Jorhat ,Assam

Infrastructure

Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat has a vast infrastructure for its various academic and research activities. The main campus in Jorhat has 9 constituent colleges, including the College of Agriculture, College of Veterinary Science, and College of Fisheries. Each college is equipped with decent classrooms, labs, and libraries. The university also maintains research stations across Assam, such as the Zonal Research Station in Shillongani and the Rice Research Institute in Titabor. AAU provides facilities for differently-abled individuals, ensuring accessibility across campus buildings. The table below shows a detailed overview of AAU hostels.

Particulars 

Details

Hostel Type

Separate hostels for boys and girls

Accommodation

Twin sharing basis

Facilities

Electronic safety box, WIFI, Hygienically prepared veg and non-veg meals, laundry services, Gym, Table tennis room and many more

Hostel Fees

₹11,050

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Currently, the institution has standard hostels for male and female students and they are equipped with Wi-Fi, electricity, clean and safe water and security services. The hostels also contain a group dining hall, study area and lounge area. The cost of hostel accommodation differs with the hostel’s classification depending on the facilities offered.