Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University - CCS HAU

Established on February 2, 1970, Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCS HAU) is a public agricultural university located in Hisar, Haryana, India. It is the largest agricultural university in Asia, covering approximately 7,219 acres in its main campus and 1,426 acres at outstations .

The university was initially a satellite campus of Punjab Agricultural University and was later established as an independent entity by the Haryana and Punjab Agricultural Universities Act. In 1991, it was renamed to honor India's fifth Prime Minister, Chaudhary Charan Singh.

Academic Programs

CCS HAU offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines:

• Undergraduate Programs: BSc (Hons), BTech in Agricultural Engineering

• Postgraduate Programs: MSc, MTech, MBA

• Doctoral Programs: PhD in various specializations

Admissions are conducted through entrance tests, with 75% of seats reserved for Haryana residents and 25% for all-India candidates.

Research and Innovation

CCS HAU is renowned for its research contributions in agriculture and allied sectors. It has been instrumental in the Green and White Revolutions in India. The university publishes the largest number of research papers among agricultural universities in India and has received the Indian Council of Agricultural Research's Award for the Best Institute in 1997 and 2017.

Student Life

The Directorate of Students Welfare oversees various aspects of student life, including:

• Cultural Activities: Dramatics and Music Club, Graphic Arts Society, Literary Society

• Adventure and Sports: Mountaineering Club, Handball Club

• Health and Wellness: Sports facilities, medical services

• Residential Life: Hostels with catering services and recreational facilities.