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PAU Ludhiana UG, PG, Doctorate, Certificate Courses 2025

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Punjab Agricultural University Courses & Fees 2025

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B.Sc.(14 courses)
76.9 K - 3 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 50 %
M.Sc.(33 courses)
76.9 K - 1.4 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 50 %
Graduation : 55-60 %
Exams : ICAR AIEEAGAT B+1 More
B.E. / B.Tech(3 courses)
1.7 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 50 %
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Q:   Which entrance exam scores does PAU Ludhiana accept for admission to BSc (Hons)?
A: 

PAU Ludhiana accepts various entrance exams for admission to its BSc (Hons) courses. The accepted exam depends on the choice of specialisation. Tabulated below is a list of specialisation-wise accepted exams:

Specialisation

Accepted Exam

Agriculture (Hons)/Horticulture (Hons)/Nutrition & Dietetics

CET

Agriculture (Hons) (6 years)

AAT

Community Science

No entrance test

Fashion Designing (Hons)

No entrance test

Q:   What is the eligibility for B.Sc at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

Punjab Agricultural University BSc admission is done on the basis of students meeting the preset admission criteria. The university accepts students on both merit and entrance basis depending on the specialisation. The minimum qualification requires candidates to pass Class 12 from a recognised board. Further, the university accepts several entrance tests, such as BSET, AAT, CET, etc. Aspirants can visit the university's website to apply for the desired BSc course.

Q:   What is the online application fee for admission in Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

For all the entrance exams, online application fee is Rs 5,640.

Q:   What is the selection criteria of PhD programmes at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

The candidates are offered admission based on:

  • Performance in the entrance exam: 80% 
  • Master's research by Thesis and Quality of Thesis: 10%
  • Interview: 10%

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Q:   Does Punjab Agricultural University have good placements?
A: 

According to PAU Ludhiana Overall NIRF report 2025, the key highlights of the UG placements 2024 basis on the total number of students placed and median package offered are tabulated below:

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UG 4 Year Statistics (2024)

UG 6 Year Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 4.8 LPA

Total Students Graduated

290

98

Total Students Placed

81

22

Students Opted for Higher Studies

198

50

Check out the Punjab Agricultural University PG placements 2024 basis on the total number of students placed and median package from the table below:

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PG 2 Year Statistics (2024)

PG 5 Year Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 4.8 LPA

INR 4.8 LPA

Total Students Graduated

273

32

Total Students Placed

135

6

Students Opted for Higher Studies

100

12

Note: The above-mentioned data has been taken form the Punjab Agricultural University NIRF report 2025.

Q:   How are MBA placements at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

In 4 years UG course placement in Punjab Agricultural University is amazing. Last year the highest salary package is 10 LPA and Average package is 5 LPA. Around 102 students got placed last out of 388. Most of the students got 3.5 LPA package. In Punjab Agricultural University top reputated companies visted like Amul, nestle, Mahindra, nutrela company, and many more. College past records is also amazing you can check on college's official website. 

Q:   What is the average package offered during Punjab Agricultural University placements?
A: 

Punjab Agricultural University average package data is not released. However, according to PAU Ludhiana Overall NIRF report 2025, the course-wise median package offered during Punjab Agricultural University placements 2024 is presented below:

Course

Median Package (in INR) - 2024

UG 4 year 

4.8 LPA

UG 6 year

4.8 LPA

PG 2 year 

4.8 LPA

PG 5 year

4.8 LPA

Q:   What is the median package offered during the recent Punjab Agricultural University placements?
A: 

 Check out the below table for course-wise median packages offered during Punjab Agricultural University placements 2024:

Course

Median Package (in INR) - 2024

UG 4 year

4.8 LPA

UG 6 year

4.8 LPA

PG 2 year

4.8 LPA

PG 5 year

4.8 LPA

Note: The above-mentioned data are gathered from the Punjab Agricultural University NIRF report 2025.

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B.Sc.

14 CoursesStar Icon3.9(34)4 - 6 years
₹4.5 LPA
₹76.88 K - 3 L

M.Sc.

33 CoursesStar Icon3.2(1)2 - 5 years
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K - 1.41 L

B.E. / B.Tech

3 CoursesStar Icon3.6(30)4 years
₹4.5 LPA
₹1.73 L

Certificate

2 Courses1 year
– / –
₹12.75 K

MBA/PGDM

2 CoursesStar Icon3.7(6)2 years
    – / –
₹4.2 LPA
₹2.29 L - 2.76 L

M.E./M.Tech

8 Courses2 years
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

Ph.D.

5 Courses3 years
    – / –
– / –
₹2.18 L

MCA

1 CourseStar Icon3.4(1)2 years
    – / –
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

M.J.M.C.

1 Course2 years
    – / –
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

UG Diploma

1 Course2 years
    – / –
– / –
₹51 K
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Q:   Does PAU Ludhiana offer better placements that other top Management and Technology institutes?
A: 
It is difficult to compare the placement opportunities offered by Management and Technology institutes such as Guru Teg Bahadur Institute of Management and Technology and Punjab Agricultural University as both the colleges provide great placemenet opportunities. However, Guru Teg Bahadur Institute of Management and Technology has a dedicated Training and Placement Cell that plays a pivotal role in exploring and locating job opportunities for the young engineers passing out from the institute by liaising with reputed industrial firms. Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute of Management and Information Technology, which is affiliated with Guru Teg Bahadur Institute of Management and Technology, has an average placement record with the highest package offered being 6 LPA for BBA. Punjab Agricultural University also has a placement cell that helps students in securing jobs.
Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for MBA at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

 Punjab Agricultural University has MBA programme for agriculture business and to get admission in this programme one must take CUET PG. It is a 400 marks exam and scoring above 250 is considered good. For MBA cutoff are high in the latest trends for general more than 230 are good in first round. In further round cutoff can get lower and for category students cutoff was around between 200 to 140.

Q:   Is pursuing B.Tech at Punjab Agricultural University expensive?
A: 
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) charges the following fees for its B.Tech programs:
  • B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering: INR 1.73 Lakhs in tuition fee, INR 34,170 for a one-time admission fee, and INR 78,510 for hostel fees
  • B.Tech. in Food Technology: INR 6.54 Lacs in tuition fee 
     
The first semester fee for B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering) at PAU [Punjab Agricultural University] is approximately INR 99,000.
Q:   Are admissions open for Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

Yes, admissions are open for Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana. Students lookint to take admission may apply for the same at the official website of the university. The university shortlists students on an entrance basis for most of the courses. Interested candidates need to check the admission criteria of the desired course and apply for the same. For any questions students can reach out to the university's admission help desk.

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M.Sc. in Soil Science

2 years
26
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

M.Sc. in Plant Pathology

2 years
17
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

M.Sc. in Agronomy

2 years
26
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

M.Sc. in Agricultural Meteorology

2 years
11
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

M.Sc. in Entomology

2 years
20
₹4.2 LPA
₹1.41 L

M.Sc. in Plant Breeding and Genetics

2 years
26
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K

B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering

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87
₹4.5 LPA
₹1.73 L

Ph.D. in Agronomy

3 years
12
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– / –
₹2.18 L

Ph.D. in Entomology

3 years
10
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– / –
₹2.18 L

M.Sc. in Horticulture (Floriculture and Landscaping)

2 years
11
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K
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Ph.D. in Food Technology

Degree
₹2.18 L
3 years
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M.Sc. in Horticulture (Fruit Science)

2 years
17
₹4.2 LPA
₹76.88 K
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Q:   What is the total fee for PAU Ludhiana BSc (Hons) course?
A: 

Punjab Agricultural University fee structure consists of various types of fees such as admission, hostel, tuition, etc. As per the structure, tabulated below is the complete fee structure of PAU BSc courses:

Particulars

Amount

Tuition fee

INR 76,880 – INR 3 lakh

One-time Payment

INR 34,170

Hostel

INR 70,770 – INR 1.13 lakh

Other Fees

INR 39,940 INR 1.08 lakh

Note: The above-mentioned fees have been sourced from official sources. However, it is subject to changes. Hence, it is indicative.

Q:   Can you share details about the extracurricular activities at PAU Ludhiana?
A: 

There are five major clubs that are functioning in the PAU Ludhiana which are the University Dance, University Fine Arts and Photography Club, University Speakers’ Forum, Drama and Music Club, Young Writers’ Association, Guru Gobind Singh Study Circle, and others. Students can take part in the various events organised by the clubs. 

Q:   What is the total seat intake for PhD at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

The annual intake of the University is 125 for PhD programme.

Q:   In how many specialisations is PhD offered at PAU?
A: 

PhD programme is offered in 29 specialisations at Punjab Agricultural University. 

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One of the students got an internship in the USA for the Ph.D. programme, So all the students perform well in their fields.
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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (6 years) - Batch of 2029
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Fully satisfactory university.
Placements: There are almost 200 seats at PAU for B.Sc. (Hons) agriculture 2+4 years. This is the best university for agriculture students. It also offers good packages as the persons in my known are well settled in America, Canada, and they are earning good around 100000 $.
Infrastructure: All the facilities are available but the some hostel which is given to first year students is average, and that hostel has 3S rooms. But in second year another hostel is allotted to students, and that are too good than that of 1st year, and that hostel has big rooms.
Faculty: Teachers are quite good there. They are well educated and have a lot of knowledge. They guide us in a good way. Semester exam's difficulty level is medium but it depends on our studies too. Passing percentage is 50% to clear course, overall 50% marks are required.
Other: I chose B.Sc. (Hons) agriculture 2+4 year course, and I completed my 2 years. My experience was quite good and I also scored good over these 2 years.
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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture - Batch of 2028
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PAU is full of opportunities and research.
Placements: There are not many options after a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture, and we can either study further, or we can prepare for job exams. The scope is very prominent in horticulture but placements are very low as there are not many jobs for B.Sc in Horticulture. We have to do a master's degree in order to get a job.
Infrastructure: The university is very big and it comprises many different colleges. The campus is spread over 1,600 acers. Classrooms are also fully furnished and all studies are done by projector PPT based. It has one of the biggest libraries in Punjab. Hostels are in liveable conditions and not very lavish.
Faculty: Teachers are very supportive and educative. They help at every turn of our course. It has a very unique system of allotting advisors to every group of 10 students who will help and solve all of our problems. Exams are just going on all year, and we are tested every 1 and a half months.
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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2027
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Dissatisfied hostels but the great campus life and placement at PAU.
Placements: Getting placed here is quite easy due to the strong alumni network within the university. The seniors are very helpful, and there are no issues with ego among them. Alumni of PAU are spread across top universities around the globe and are eager to offer assistance.
Infrastructure: The overall infrastructure of the institution is good, but the hostels are in poor condition. Some renovation work has now been initiated, so we hope for improvements soon. The Wi-Fi system functions well, classes are engaging, and the mess food is satisfactory—there have been no issues in that regard. Additionally, the sports facilities are excellent.
Faculty: The courses offered are not overly challenging. Teachers are supportive and helpful in explaining new topics. They maintain a positive demeanor and do not have anger issues. The practical sessions are beneficial in encouraging students to grasp concepts more easily.
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Good placements in 2023, highly cooperative faculty.
Placements: Around 70-80% of students are placed each year. Companies like Mahindra and Mahindra, TAFE, CLAAS, John Deere, and other companies are invited every year for the on-campus placements. The students are shortlisted based on merit. The average package offered by companies is 6 lakhs per annum, and the highest package was offered by John Deere, starting at 15 lakhs per annum.
Infrastructure: The campus has Wi-Fi in the library and other academic buildings. The infrastructure of the college is not very complex; a simple building consists of classrooms and labs in the UG building, while the PG building has all the teacher cabins. I am a day scholar, but the hostels have rooms in considerably poor condition, and the washrooms seriously need renovation.
Faculty: The teachers and other faculty members are highly educated and qualified. They are highly cooperative and maintain great relations with the students. The coursework is rather a bit overloaded, as studying 9-10 courses per semester is demanding. The exams occur 3 times in 6 months, with a gap of one month between each, excluding practicals and other assignment submission deadlines.
Other: I chose this course for two reasons: my keen interest in agriculture and the other reason being the close proximity of the campus to my hometown. The things I genuinely want my college to improve are its fee structure and infrastructure, as the fee structure doesn't justify the facilities that are provided to us. The fests are conducted once every year, named Youth Fest. The other fests are conducted in the form of different fairs.
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Everything about the College of Agricultural Engineering and PAU is positive.
Placements: Placements are really good here. If you have scored a good CGPA or even less, they will provide you placements if you don't want to continue your studies further. About 35 students get placed every year among 80 because others continue their studies in M.Tech.
Infrastructure: The hostels are really not good, but the mess food is awesome. Classes are good, but in summer they are exhausting because they don’t have AC in the classrooms. Otherwise, there is a problem of leakage in some classes. Some creativity is also shown in the classrooms as the infrastructure is unique.
Faculty: Exams are taken three times in a semester: hourly, mid, and final. The final exams are the toughest; the others are easy to pass. Teachers are good and helpful; they have a lot of experience, and their way of teaching is good. The seniors are also very helpful, and there is no ragging in the whole PAU.
Other: You will get a lot of opportunities here in every field. In whichever area you are good, you can participate very easily. It is a very open environment here, and every five students are provided with one advisor to help with any problems they may have.
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B.Tech. in Food Technology - Batch of 2028
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BTech in Food technology at Punjab agricultural University Ludhiana.
Placements: Most of the students from our college get placements in their final year or even after that. The average package offered is about 3 to 4 lakhs per annum. Major companies like Nestle, Verka, and Amul recruit students from PAU for internship opportunities as well as job offers. The workplace quality of the internship and job is very good and promises a good salary as well.
Infrastructure: Our classrooms are clean and well maintained. Most rooms on the premises are air-conditioned and well furnished. We are provided with a 24-hour library facility. We can study for the whole night as well in time of exams. The library is air conditioned as well. We have various departments for each subject for the practical knowledge about the particular subject. Our hostels are clean and fully furnished. We are provided a bed, an almirah, a study table and a chair. Washrooms are common on each floor. They are regularly cleaned and are in good condition.
Faculty: Our teachers are friendly, motivating, and very helpful in our studies. They regularly motivate us to study and remain focused in our college life. Most of our teachers are Msc. graduates or are Phd holders. Their method of teaching is very good and they make concepts easy to grasp. The exams are of moderate to hard level. Questions are of good quality and test students knowledge about the subject.
Other: We have regular events and various festivals at our college to help students engage in social activities.
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Admission FAQs

Q:   Can I get Punjab Agricultural University, MBA with a 75 percentile in CAT?
A: 

Yes, Punjab Agricultural University has MBA programme in agribusiness and cutoff are average. For this course college accept admission through CAT and CUET PG. In CUET PG cutoff are good in last year first round closed at 230 marks aprox 80 percentile, and in last third round cutoff was 170 approximately 70 percentile. Also through CAT you can apply for MBA there are good chances that you get accepted at 75 percentile. There are no rounds in CAT so it depands on your application, may be you can get admission at much low cutoff.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at Punjab Agricultural University?
A: 

Punjab Agricultural University has MBA programme in agribusiness. It is a post graduate level course some time it is also called as PGDM ( post graduate Diploma course). As an eligibility you must ahve completed your 12th with above 80%. And after that in you must have completed a valid UG digree in any subject, without failed in any accademic year. You can get MBA through CAT or CUET PG, in CAT percentage in 12th and also marks in first three year of college are important they get evaluated for admission, in CUET you only get admission through your CUET marks but cutoff are little high.

Q:   What are the top Scholarships for MBA at Punjab Agricultural University and how to avail them?
A: 

Only one scholarship provide in Punjab Agricultural University and that is college provide itself. One fellowship 2000/- per month shall be awarded for the first 7 students in each discipline of M.Sc./MBA/M.Tech. and one additional fellowship for every 7 additional students or a part there of, provided the number of students is not less than three. For availing the scholarship you have to contact college scholarship section. 

 

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Below are the offline application process of PAU Ludhiana:

  • Go to website of PAU Ludhiana
  • Download prospectus along with the application form attached to it.
  • Follow instructions mentioned in prospectus to fill out application form.
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Is PAU Ludhiana has good placements in BTech programme?

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 PAU Ludhiana provides decent placement opportunities for BTech programme specifically Agricultural Engineering) supported by strong alumni network.

According to the report,  81 UG 4 year students were placed out of the total 290 graduated students during Punjab Agricultural University placements 202

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Is MBA available in PAU Ludhiana?

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Yes MBA programme is available at Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana. University offers Master of Business Administration degree with focus often on Agribusiness or related management fields featuring total tuition fee of approximately INR 3.47 Lakhs - 3.94 Lakhs plus additional admission & hos

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Is Punjab Agricultural University good for placements?

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Yes, Punjab Agricultural University offers placements annually for courses like BTech, BS, MSc, MBA, etc. The placement details of 2025 batch are yet to be released on the official website. The key highlights of the UG placements 2024 basis on the total number of students placed and median package o

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Is Punjab Agricultural University good for BTech placements?

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Yes, Punjab Agricultural University has good record of BTech placements. According to the PAU NIRF report,  81 UG 4 year students were placed out of the total 290 graduated students during Punjab Agricultural University placements 2024 with a median package of INR 4.8 LPA.

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