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Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences Entrance Exam 2020 ( SHIATS Entrance Exam )

Manisha Kumari
Updated on Feb 17, 2026 13:54 IST

By Manisha Kumari, Associate Senior Executive

Before starting the SHIATS 2026 preparation, one needs to know all the important information related to the SHIATS Entrance Exam. To get ready for the SHIATS entrance exam in 2026, students must make a clear study plan based on their daily routine that is easier to follow.

Students must use helpful study materials like textbooks and exam guides, and practice SHIATS' previous years’ question papers and sample tests to do overall preparation of the SHIATS Syllabus. Daily revision and proper rest are important to stay focused and perform well in the SHIATS 2026 Entrance Exam. The exam is likely to be held online with remote monitoring (SOET mode).

Since the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology, and Sciences (SHIATS) Test 2026 plays an important role in getting admission to different undergraduate and postgraduate courses at SHUATS, candidates should regularly check the official university website for the latest updates on the exam schedule, syllabus, and other essential information. 

Table of contents
  • SHIATS Entrance Exam Highlights
  • How to Prepare for SHIATS Entrance Exam
  • Preparation Tips for SHIATS Entrance Exam
  • SHIATS Syllabus
  • SHIATS Pattern for Undergraduate Courses
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SHIATS Entrance Exam Highlights

Here is some important information related to the SHIATS Exam 2026

Exam Name

SHIATS Entrance Exam

Full-Form

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences Entrance Exam

Exam Level

National Level

Conducting Body

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Duration

2 hours

SHIATS 2020 Exam Date

May 29, 2020

SHIATS Official Website

http://shuats.edu.in/default.asp

 

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Q:   How often is SHIATS Entrance Exam conducted?
A: 

SHIATS Entrance Exam is conducted once a year. The exam usually takes place in June, and the university will post the date for the exam on its official website several months before the exam date.

Candidates may apply for the exam online on the university's website. The dates of registration typically start in early March and close in late May.

Q:   What is the format of SHIATS exam, and what type of questions can candidates expect?
A: 

SHIATS Entrance Exam is a multiple choice exam consisting of 100 questions. The questions are divided into 3 sections:

1. Physics: 30 questions
2. Chemistry: 30 questions
3. Mathematics: 40 questions

Each question carries 1 mark NO negative marking. Conducted in offline mode for duration of 1.5 hours.

The types of questions that candidates can expect in SHIATS Entrance Exam are:

1. Physics
2. Chemistry
3. Mathematics

 

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How to Prepare for SHIATS Entrance Exam

Candidates who preparing for SHIATS Exam must go through these tips:

  • Know SHIATS Entrance Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme. 
  • Get prescribed syllabus for course applied for. 
  • Get study material such as prep books, study guides.
  • Solve sample papers and previous year question papers. 
  • Revise as much as you can. 
  • Get proper rest. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the age limit for SHIATS Entrance Exam?
A: 

There is no restriction on the age for the SHIATS entrance examination. Anyone wishing to take the exam can apply, regardless of age. Of course, the undergraduate exams do require candidates to have passed the 12th standard or equivalent examination from a recognised board of education to be eligible.

Below, we present the eligibility criteria for the SHIATS entrance examination:

  • The candidate should have passed 12th standard or equal examination from a recognised Board of Education.
  • Candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in the 12th standard or equivalent examination.
  • Class candidates should have studied the following subjects at 12th standard or equivalent examination: Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.

The eligibility criteria may vary for other courses offered by SHIATS. If you would like more detail, visit the SHIATS website.

Q:   Is the SHIATS exam government or private?
A: 

SHIATS (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology) is a government aided private university. It is a state university established by UP legislature but administered by a private Christian society which operates with university status.

It was formerly the Allahabad Agricultural Institute (AAI) and became a university in 2016.

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Preparation Tips for SHIATS Entrance Exam

Candidates should follow the tips on how to go about the right preparation for the SHIATS Entrance Exam: 

  • Create Time Table: Start off by creating a time table. A schedule and a plan is rock solid. Create a daily, weekly and monthly plan as to how much syllabus you can cover in a day, including solving sample papers and question papers. Sticking to a timetable is effective and allows you to stick to your plan of completing the syllabus in time. Be it 8 to 10 hours or 12 hours a day, plan out how much study material you can cover. A timetable will help you cover the syllabus well in time before the entrance exam. 
  • Solve Sample Papers and Question Papers: If you manage to get hold of the previous years' question papers of the course in the SHIATS Entrance Exam, you can understand the question format, the sections, the weightage of marks, the way the questions are formed, and which topics are given more importance. Solve sample papers as well. The best way to challenge yourself is by answering the question paper according to the duration of the entrance exam. In this way, you are well prepared on how to manage time at the entrance exam. For example, English grammar requires simple thinking, but Mathematics requires calculation and time to think as well. 
  • Get Prep Books and Guides: It is advisable to get few prep books to know more about the course. It will help you understand the topics and subjects better and how you can explain your answers. 
  • Revision: Once you finish your studies for the day, revise as much as you can. Jot down notes, pointers as it will help you remember the study material better. There is no point revising the entire syllabus before the main day, as it only causes confusion and of stuffing of material. 
  • Rest: Get as much rest as you can. One cannot be tired and study, as information does not register. Get proper rest as you can, and take naps in between if required. Don't hold back, as you need a fresh and energised mind to study properly. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Who conducts the SHIATS Entrance Exam?
A: 

The exam is conducted by the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), Allahabad.

Q:   What courses are offered through the SHIATS Entrance Exam?
A: 

Courses which are offered here is Agriculture, Engineering, Sciences, Management, Humanities, and Theology.

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SHIATS Syllabus

The syllabus for the SHIATS Entrance Exam is published on the official portal of SHIATS by the exam conducting authority. Students who want to prepare for the SHIATS Entrance Exam should go through the SHIATS Syllabus and past year question papers. Using the SHIATS Exam Question Paper to include important topics that come from the science stream books of classes 11 and 12 are reallt helpful to score good. Other subjects like chemistry, physics, mathematics and biology should also be included at the time of preparation of the SHIATS Exam.

Students also cover the syllabus from classes 11 and 12, like the CBSE/NCERT books, to prepare for the SHIATS Exam

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the SHIATS 2026 Exam Pattern for UG programmes?
A: 

There are two test booklets for SHIATS UG course admissions – UG-1 and UG-2.

Criteria

UG-1 Test Booklet

UG-2 Test Booklet

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Home Science

PCM/PCB/PCMB/HBC

Subject Group Code

Agriculture, Arts Subjects and Commerce

AGRI/ARTS/COM

Compulsory Section

General Aptitude

General Aptitude

Optional Sections

Physics

AGRI for Agriculture

Mathematics

ARTS for Arts Subjects

Biology

COM for Commerce

Home Science

Chemistry

 

Note:

  • Candidates of all the subject groups mentioned above are required to attempt the compulsory section
  • From the optional section the candidates are required to attempt any “Three Subjects” as per their qualifying examination and subject group code filled in the admission form.

Note:

Candidates of the above mentioned subject group codes are required to attempt the compulsory section and any “One” from the optional section from Undergraduate Test booklet UG-2 as per their subject group code filled in the application form.

Q:   What is the SHIATS 2026 Entrance Exam syllabus for UG courses?
A: 

Syllabus for UG programs is based on 12 and 11 class topics of the preffered stream such as Agriculture, Science, Mathematics, or Biology, depending on the course.

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SHIATS Pattern for Undergraduate Courses

Students should know that there are two test bookletsin the undergraduate courses through SHIATS, UG-1 and UG-2. Check out this table know the pattern of SHIATS UG courses. 

Criteria

UG-1 Test Booklet

UG-2 Test Booklet

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Home Science

PCM/PCB/PCMB/HBC

Subject Group Code

Agriculture, Arts, and Commerce

AGRI/ARTS/COM

Compulsory Section

General Aptitude

General Aptitude

Optional Sections

Physics

AGRI for Agriculture

Mathematics

ARTS for Arts Subjects

Biology

COM for Commerce

Home Science

Chemistry

 

Note:

  • Students of all the subject groups mentioned above are required to attempt the compulsory section
  • From the optional section, they are required to attempt any “Three Subjects” as per their qualifying examination and subject group code filled in the admission form.

Note:

Students of the above-mentioned subject group codes are required to attempt the compulsory section and any “One” from the optional section from the Undergraduate Test booklet UG-2 as per their subject group code filled in the application form.

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Which entrance exam is best for agriculture?
A: 

These are the best entrance exam for agriculture:
MHT CET Agriculture    
UPCATET    
AP EAMCET Agriculture

Q:   How to get admission in agriculture entrance exam like Shiats?
A: 

To get admission here you need to meet the eligibility criteria first which generally requires passing 12th with chemistry, physics, biology or maths.

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The SHIATS 2026 application fee is likely to be INR 2000. Students are advised to pay the SHIATS application fee on time without any delay. 

To fill the SHIATS 2026 application form you need to follow this process: 

  • Go to SHIATS  (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences) admi

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SHIATS 2026 Admit Card: Registered candidates could download it by entering their registration credentials. SHIATS 2026 admit card carried information such as personal details, exam date and time, exam centre address and exam day guidelines and instructions. SHIATS admit card will be a mandatory doc

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The complete counselling schedule for SHIATS 2026 will be released after the exam. Candidates can refer to the table given below to go through the previous year's counselling dates:

SHIATS counselling for UG Programme

Date

Programme

Category

Merit no/Rank

Time

01-Aug-2022

UG

Christian

All Christians

9 am

UG

General

1-100

11 am

UG

General

101-200

1 pm

UG

General

201-300

3 pm

02-Aug-2022

UG

General

301-425

9 am

UG

General

426-550

11 am

UG

General

551-675

1 pm

UG

General

676-800

3 pm

03-Aug-2022

UG

General

801-925

9 am

UG

General

926-1050

11 am

UG

General

1051-1175

1 pm

UG

General

1176-1300

3 pm

04-Aug-2022

UG

General

1301-1425

9 am

UG

General

1426-1550

11 am

UG

General

1551 and above

1 pm

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Students can follow the tips on how to complete SHIATS online merit counselling process:
  • Student must first visit website of SHIATS.
  • On home page under Admissions tab click on UG Merit List.
  • Enter application number to see if you have made merit list or not.
  • Student will then have to click on Merit Base

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Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences releases separate merit lists as part of SHIATS result.

S. No.

SHIATS Merit List

1

Separate merit lists are prepared for each category (Christian & general) basis total marks obtained by the candidate in SHIATS entrance exam result.

2

Separate merit lists under each category (Christian and general) for undergraduate, postgraduate, BEd and MEd as per application form number will be displayed on the notice boards of the university as well as official university website of SHUATS.

3

Out of the eligible programmes under the Subject Group Code for UG and Subject Group Number for PG programmes, the candidate will be provisionally admitted in only one programme, strictly on the basis of merit and availability of seat in the respective programme under Christian/ general category of seats. 

4

The NRI Wards/ NRI-sponsored candidates shall be admitted on the basis of a separate merit list prepared exclusively for them. These admissions shall be against 15% over and above the seats available in various academic programmes.

5

15% seats in undergraduate programmes and 25% seats in postgraduate programmes in agricultural and allied subjects will be allotted through All India Entrance Test conducted by ICAR, New Delhi.

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Students are advised to go thorugh the SHIATS entrance exam 2026 highlights and important features for having a better clarity of the exam:

Particulars

Details

Exam Name

SHIATS Entrance Exam

Full Form

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences Entrance Exam

Exam Level

National Level

Conducting Body

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology & Sciences

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Duration

2 hours

SHIATS 2026 Exam Date

July 2026 (Tentative)

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Candidates should follow the tips on how to go about the right preparation for the SHIATS Entrance Exam: 

  • Create Time Table: Start off by creating a time table. A schedule and a plan is rock solid. Create a daily, weekly and monthly plan as to how much syllabus you can cover in a day, including solvi

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Rakshit Prabhakar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

SHIATS 2026 Admit Card is a mandatory document that needs to be downloaded from website. The SHIATS 2026 Admit Card Important Instructions are as follows:

  • Check details carefully, like name, photo and centre.
  • Bring the printout of the photo ID.
  • Arrive at least 1 hour early at the exam centre.
  • Carry the

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Rakshit Prabhakar

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There are two test booklets for SHIATS UG course admissions – UG-1 and UG-2.

Criteria

UG-1 Test Booklet

UG-2 Test Booklet

Subjects

Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and Home Science

PCM/PCB/PCMB/HBC

Subject Group Code

Agriculture, Arts Subjects and Commerce

AGRI/ARTS/COM

Compulsory Section

General Aptitude

General Aptitude

Optional Sections

Physics

AGRI for Agriculture

Mathematics

ARTS for Arts Subjects

Biology

COM for Commerce

Home Science

Chemistry

 

Note:

  • Candidates of all the subject groups mentioned above are required to attempt the compulsory section
  • From the optional section the candidates are required to attempt any “Three Subjects” as per their qualifying examination and subject group code filled in the admission form.

Note:

Candidates of the above mentioned subject group codes are required to attempt the compulsory section and any “One” from the optional section from Undergraduate Test booklet UG-2 as per their subject group code filled in the application form.

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Rakshit Prabhakar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

Students should know about the SHIATS 2026 exam syllabus for mathematics:

  • Differential Equations
  • Statistics & Probability
  • Permutation and Combination
  • Integral Calculus
  • Mathematical Induction
  • Complex Numbers
  • Sets, Relations & Functions
  • Mathematical Reasoning
  • Trigonometry
  • Three dimensional Coordinate Geometry
  • Bi

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