B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture 

at Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur

In terms of placements, the University has been able to mantain a decent record. The table below mentions the course-wise total students and the number of students placed during Kerala Agricultural University placements from 2021 to 2023:

NOTE: The above statistics are gathered from the NIRF report 2024. 

All the important details related to KAU placements 2023 are mentioned below:

NOTE: The aforementioned details are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

Kerala Agricultural University is ranked 16th by NIRF 2024 under the Agriculture and Allied Sectors category. Kerala Agriculture University was established by the KAU Act (Act 1933 of 71) in 1971. It is a government university and that is why the course fee is not too high and is quite affordable. 

As a fresher, things can be tough for students in any college or university. Outstation students joining Kerala Agricultural University may feel difficult due to language barriers and cultural differences. This difference is eradicated by the university by the means of various efforts done by the university, students, and teachers on an everyday basis. Hence making university life easy for the freshers. 

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) has specific eligibility criteria for admission to its programs. For instance, the eligibility criteria for B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering at KAU requires candidates to have passed Class 12 with mathematics, physics, and chemistry with a minimum of 50% marks. The mode of admission is through a rank list prepared by the State Entrance Examination Commissioner by conducting an entrance test, with 10% of seats being filled by ICAR. Additionally, the university's admission process for undergraduate courses, including B.Tech programs, is based on the ranks obtained in the common entrance examination (CEE) conducted by the Commissioner of Entrance Examinations, Government of Kerala.

While the specific cutoff marks or percentage requirements for admission to KAU are not explicitly mentioned, it is advisable for candidates to review the eligibility criteria and admission procedures for the specific B.Tech programs at KAU to make an informed decision. Additionally, candidates can refer to the university's official website and admission portals for the latest information on cutoff ranks and admission-related details for the academic year.

Kerala Agricultural University admissions are held in online mode. Hence, the student's location has no impact on her/ his admissions. If a student chooses to visit the campus they can but visiting the campus is not mandatory in the initial rounds of admission. Also in case of any admission-related queries, students can contact the admission office of the university. 

The University has disclosed the median package details in the NIRF report 2024. Over the past three years of placements (2021 to 2023), the median package for BTech/ BSc, has improved. On the other hand, a fluctuating trend was recorded in the median package of PG 92-year) courses. The table below mentions the course-wise Kerala Agricultural University placement package for the past three years:

NOTE: The above details are collated from the NIRF report 2024.

The highest package for the Kerala Agricultural University has not been released. However, the median package is out in the NIRF report 2024. The highest median package offered during 2023 placements was INR 5.37 LPA and was made to PG (2-year) students. Check the table below for Kerala Agricultural University placement package 2023:

Yes, Kerala Agricultural University has collaborated with various companies and organisations. The below-mentioned are Kerala Agricultural University collaborations: