College of Agriculture, Palampur

Established in 1966 and later integrated into CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSK HPKV) in 1978, the College of Agriculture in Palampur is a premier institution dedicated to agricultural education and research. Located in the scenic Kangra Valley, the college offers a conducive environment for learning and innovation in agriculture.

Admissions 2025

• Undergraduate Admissions:

  • Based on CUET-UG scores conducted by NTA.

  • B.V.Sc. admissions require NEET-UG scores.

  • Counseling and seat allocation through CSAS.

• Postgraduate Admissions:

  • Entrance exam conducted by CSK HPKV.

  • Weightage: 60% entrance exam, 40% qualifying exam.

  • Personal interview may be conducted.

• Doctoral Admissions:

  • Based on AICE-JRF/SRF scores and personal interview.

Eligibility Criteria

• Undergraduate Programs:

  • 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) in relevant subjects.

  • Valid CUET-UG or NEET-UG scores as applicable.

• Postgraduate Programs:

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).

  • Valid ICAR-AIEEA or equivalent entrance exam scores.

• Doctoral Programs:

  • Master’s degree in relevant field.

  • Valid AICE-JRF/SRF scores.

Placements & Top Recruiters

• Placement Statistics:

  • Placement rate: Approximately 70-75%.

  • Highest package: ₹13.5 LPA (M.Sc. Agriculture).

  • Average package: ₹5 LPA.

• Top Recruiters:

  • PepsiCo

  • Nestlé

  • Coca-Cola

  • Cadbury

  • Cremica

• Internship Opportunities:

  • Available in food technology, microbiology, and agribusiness sectors.

  • Stipends ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹20,000 per month.

Campus & Facilities

• Infrastructure:

  • Modern classrooms and laboratories.

  • Well-equipped research centers.

  • Hostel facilities for both boys and girls.

• Research Centers:

  • Advanced Centre for Hill Bio Resource & Biotechnology.

  • Organic Farming Research and Training Centre.

  • Centre for Commercial Mountain Agriculture and Enterprises Development.