PAU - Punjab Agricultural University

Punjab Agricultural University offers UG, masters, Ph.D, Diploma and certificate level programs related to agriculture, horticulture, food technology etc. For UG programs, admission is through ICAR or PUMEET exams. Masters programs require clearing ICAR PG entrance exam followed by state-wise counseling. Ph.D admission is based on Masters qualification, NET exam and interview. Short term Diploma and certificate courses are offered based on 10+2 qualification and merit. International students can apply for UG and Masters programs if they meet eligibility criteria. In-service candidates from related government departments are also admitted to certain programs as per eligibility and merit. The admission process varies across programs from national/state level entrance tests to direct merit-based applications.

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has a decent placement record. According to the available data, the average placement rate is around 25%, with the highest salary package offered being 8 LPA. The top recruiting companies include Escort Tractor, Amul, Mahindra, and Nestle. The median package offered during UG 4-year and PG 2-year placements in 2019 was INR 3.96 LPA and INR 4.95 LPA, respectively. The university also has a Counseling and Placement Guidance Cell to provide placement assistance to the students. While the placement record is not exceptionally high, the university does provide opportunities for placements in the agricultural and related sectors.