Check OUAT courses after Class 12 beyond BSc Agriculture, including Horticulture, Forestry, Veterinary Science, Fisheries and Agricultural Engineering, along with eligibility and diploma options for agriculture aspirants in Odisha.
OUAT Courses for Agriculture Aspirants
OUAT Courses: Students in Odisha who wish to pursue careers in agriculture have several options beyond BSc Agriculture at Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT). This university offers undergraduate programmes in horticulture, forestry, veterinary science, fisheries, agricultural engineering and community science. This allows students to choose courses as per their interests and career goals.
As per OUAT Undergraduate Prospectus 2026-27, university offers multiple degree programmes through its constituent colleges. These courses cater to students interested in crop production, animal healthcare, food production, environmental conservation, agricultural technology and allied sectors.
OUAT Courses After Class 12: Beyond BSc Agriculture
BSc (Hons) Agriculture remains an option for students interested in crop science, soil management, plant protection and modern farming practices. However, students looking for specialised career paths can consider following OUAT courses:
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BSc (Hons) Horticulture: Suitable for students interested in fruit and vegetable cultivation, floriculture, nursery management and post-harvest practices. The programme is offered at the College of Horticulture, Chiplima, Sambalpur.
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BSc (Hons) Forestry: This course focuses on forest management, biodiversity, natural resource conservation and ecosystem protection. It is offered at the College of Forestry, Bhubaneswar.
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BVSc and AH: Students interested in animal healthcare, veterinary services and livestock management can explore veterinary science and animal husbandry.
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BTech Agricultural Engineering: This programme is suited to students interested in farm machinery, irrigation systems, agricultural technology and post-harvest engineering.
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BFSc: Fisheries science is an option for students interested in aquaculture, fish production and aquatic resource management.
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BSc (Hons) Community Science: The programme covers areas related to nutrition, family and community development, and resource management.
OUAT Diploma Courses for Agriculture Aspirants
Students looking for skill-oriented programmes can also explore OUAT's Agro-Polytechnic diploma courses. These include diplomas in Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science, Animal Science and Fishery Science. The university's Agro-Polytechnic Centres offer these programmes across different locations in Odisha.
OUAT Eligibility Criteria and Admission
Commonly asked questions
To get admission into B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc.(Hons.) Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry, B.Sc. (Hons.) Community Science, combinations of either P.C.M or P.C.B in Class 12 Science or equivalent are mandatory.
To apply to universities for admission based on your CUET PG scores, you need to follow the process given below.
- Check the eligibility criteria for the universities and courses you are interested in.
- Visit the university website and register for the admission process.
- Upload your CUET PG scorecard and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
In case the students are shortlisted for admission, they have to visit the campus to verify their documents and pay the admission fee. The participating universities conduct the admission process separately. Students also need to apply separately for each course, even for the same university. After the declaration of the CUET PG result, students should check the university websites separately to track the counselling dates and events.
For 2026-27 undergraduate session, eligibility requirements vary by programme. Agriculture, horticulture, forestry and community science generally require Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology at the Class 12 level. BVSc and AH require Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Biotechnology, while BTech Agricultural Engineering requires Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. BFSc requires Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
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