Junagadh Agricultural University

Junagadh Agricultural University

JAU has affiliations with both AICTE and ICAR. University provides various courses in agriculture, science, veterinary sciences, engineering, and management. University provides various courses for both UG and graduate levels. It also provides polytechnic, diploma, and certificate courses. Popular courses include B.Tech/M.Tech, B.Sc Hons., M.Sc, B.V.Sc/M.V.Sc, and M.F.Sc. University has 5 main research stations for various crops, as well as 11 sub-research stations/testing centres, for agricultural development. 

 Candidates get admitted to all UG courses based on their GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Exam) results. Admission to PG courses, on the other hand, is based on merit and a university-level entrance test. Candidates get admitted to all UG courses based on their GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Exam) results. Admission to PG courses, on the other hand, is based on merit and a university-level entrance test.

University's placement department attempts to provide in-demand training and placement opportunities to its students. Reliance Industries Ltd., GSFC Agrotech Limited (GATL), Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Anand, and Agro Star are among the leading recruiters.

Courses at University

University provides various courses for both UG and graduate levels. It also provides Polytechnic, Diploma, and Certificate courses, depending on the years and level of study. You can pick based on your eligibility and level of study. Popular courses include B.Tech/M.Tech, B.Sc Hons., MSc, B.V.Sc/M.V.Sc, and M.F.Sc.

B.Tech

Eligibility: 12th with 50% in PCB stream

Selection Criteria: Class 12th Merit and GUJCET/JEE Main scores

Duration: 4 years

B.Sc Hons.

Eligibility:   12th with 50% from PCB stream

Selection Criteria:   Class 12th Merit and GUJCET/JEE Main scores

Duration:   3 years

M.Sc

Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in B.Sc. (Agriculture) with minimum 6.00 OGPA and 5.50 for reserved categories

Selection Criteria: PG Entrance Test conducted by Agricultural Universities of Gujarat-ICAR AIEEA 

Duration: 2 years

B.V.Sc

Eligibility: 12th with 50% from from PCB stream

Selection Criteria: Class 12th Merit and GUJCET/JEE Main scores

Duration: 5 years

Admission at University

Admission to all UG degrees is determined on the applicant's GUJCET (Gujarat Common Entrance Exam) results. Admission to graduate programs, on the other hand, is determined by performance on university-level entrance exam as well as merit. Students can get the online application form from the website . They would have to pay registration fee of Rs 1000. Forms that have been correctly completed should be presented personal or by registered mail to the Principal and Dean. All successful candidates will then be contacted to schedule a written exam, a group discussion, and an individual interview. The university will then present a list of qualifying students, who will be approached for counselling sessions.

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Campus Life & Events in Junagadh Agricultural University :-

The campus is attractive and may be explored. There are numerous facilities provided, such as—

• Library:  A double-story stack room at the university library can accommodate 1.5 lakh volumes. There are more than 42,000 volumes in the library. The library provides 14,000 back volumes, as well as 150 Indian and around 42 international periodicals.
• Cybrary: University has 40 workstations in 2 distinct, well-equipped cells for Cyberary. Students may access databases such as CAB, AGRIS, and AGRICOLA via Cyberary, which provides 100 Mbps LAN connectivity. This has made it much easier for users to utilise the library for research purposes. The Cyberary provides students with a full-time internet connection, as well as scanning and CD authoring facilities.
• Hostel :  The hostel service is available to both boys and girls. All UG and graduate students have access to hostel accommodations, including a mess. With a total capacity of 2312 students, there are 27 hostels, 20 for boys and 7 for ladies. 2 new hostels are being developed in Targhadiya and Amreli to handle the increasing number of students.
• Sports: University offers 2 multifunctional indoor sports complexes, 8 outdoor venues, and one contemporary gymnasium outfitted with all gym equipment. It organises 4 sports competitions.
• Intercollegiate tournament.
• Inter-university tournament and coaching cap.
• Open competitions organised by various university clubs.

Placements to University

University's placement cell provides students with the greatest options and placement offers, as well as preparation for interviews through various webinars and seminars to learn and acquire insights. According to the NIRF report 2023, 192 out of 533 UG and PG students were recruited at University during the 2022 placement. During a placement in 2022, the average package provided to UG and graduate students was INR 3.84 LPA and INR 4.34 LPA, respectively.

Alumni of University

Here are some Alumni of University

Scholarships for Students