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TNAU: Courses, Admission 2024, Fees, Placements, Rankings, Info

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  • Estd. 1971

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TNAU Highlights 2024

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Q:   How can I get admission in TNAU?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Application Process is conducted online for all the courses. Online application is a compulsion for TNAU Counselling, entrance exam and admission. Candidates are required to follow the step-by-step process as follows for the PG and PhD courses:

Step one: Visit the visit the official website.

Step two: Click on the Apply Now button against the PG or PhD course.

Step three: Register by filling in the required details. Provide the correct mobile number and email ID.

Step four: Once the ID and password are generated fill out the online application form.

Step five: Pay the application fee.

Step six: Upload scanned documents.

Step seven: Recheck and submit the form.

Note: Mentioned above is the application process for PG and PhD courses. 

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Q:   What is the qualification required for PhD at TNAU?

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Candidate who have master degree is eligible for PhD programme at TNAU. To know the detailed eligibility students can check the table presented below:

CategoryPoint
Genneral60% aggregate
SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender50% aggregate

 

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Q:   What is the placement scenario for B.Sc (Hons) at TNAU?

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As per the TNAU Overall NIRF Report 2024, a total of 312 UG (4-year) students were placed during recent 2023 placements. Moreover, The median package offered to UG (4-year) students stood at INR 3.70 LPA. In addition to this, some of the reputed recruiters who participated in the recent placements included Shrishti BioScience, Mahindra and Mahindra, IDFC Bank, and many others.

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Q:   What is the fee for B.Tech at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University offers multiple 4 year courses under the B.Tech discipline. Therefore, the fees for B.Tech in TNAU vary from INR 36,000 to INR 3.32 Lakhs depending on the course you select. For instance, B.Tech in Biotechnology will cost a student INR 36,000 and B.Tech in Bioinformatics will cost INR 3.32 lakhs. In addition to the tuition fees, the university takes a one-time payment of INR 9,425 during the admission process.

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Q:   Can I enroll for PhD without master's at TNAU?

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No, students cannot apply for PhD right after graduation at TNAU. However, the candiate have to complete master degree. If a student apply for PhD course after graduation the candidature will be rejected by TNAU.

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TNAU Admission Process and Important Dates 2024

B.Sc. Admissions 2025

36 Courses3 years-4 years
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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: ICAR AIEEA, CBSE 12th, Tamilnadu 12th
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DatesEvents
6 Jan '25 - 10 Jan '25
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling: Online Registration, Fee,
15 Jan '25 - 16 Jan '25
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Allotment, Document Upload
17 Jan '25
ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Online Document Verification
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Q:   How to prepare for MSc entrance exam at TNAU?

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As of now, no specific MSc syllabus is available on the official website. However, students can check below the table to have an overall idea while preparing for MSc entrance exam:

CompartmentPredefined Marks
General Aptitude15
Aptitude10
Specific Subject75
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Q:   What is the last date for TNAU application?

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TNAU admissions 2023 for PG and PhD course is closed. However, students can find the PG and PhD last application date for the year 2023 from the table below:

ParticularsLast date for Application Date
PG15 May 2023
PhD15 May 2023

Note: The above-mentioned date is for an overall idea for the online application last date. Hence, the dates may vary further.

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Q:   How to get admission in MSc at TNAU?

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The application for the MSc programme at TNAU is online. However, as of now, the application is closed for the course. In order to apply for MSc programme for the next academic year, students can check the application steps below:

Step one: Visit the official website.

Step two: Go to the master's application form.

Step three: Register with the basic details to generate login credentials.

Step four: Login to fill out the application form and upload the documents.

Step five: Pay the application fee and submit the form.

 

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Q:   What is the procedure to take MBA admission at TNAU?

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The MBA admission at TNAU is online. There are no any other medium available to apply for MBA course at TNAU. Students need to pay the application online fee of MBA programme at TNAU.

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Q:   Is TNAU online application open for MSc?

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The MSc applications at TNAU is closed. However, student can check the table below to know the application submission dates of MSc at TNAU:

Particulars

Important Dates

Last date for application receipt 

15 May 2023

Notification for entrance test

19 May 2023

Conduct of Main entrance examination

4 June 2023

Notification of selection list

30 June 2023

Note: The above-mentioned date is for an overall idea for the online admission form fill-up date. Hence, the dates may vary further.

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TNAU Placements 2024

CourseMedian Salary
B.Sc.
3.7 LPA
B.E. / B.Tech
3.7 LPA
M.Sc.
5.5 LPA
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Q:   Are there any government job opportunities that I can seek after completing B.Sc (Hons) from TNAU?

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In India, government jobs are preferred by job seekers over private jobs. This happens because government jobs provies many benefits, such as tax deduction, good pay, job stability, incentives, and more. This attracts a lot of competition and thus, getting a government job is not easy. However, a BSc degree helps students develop skilla required to combat the competition. Some of the jobs that BSc grdauates can pursue are tabulated below:

Government Jobs after BSc
Agricultural OfficerHorticulture Officer
Soil Conservation OfficerTechnical Assistant
BiochemistAnimal Geneticist
Agricultural EngineersFood Scientist

 

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Q:   Is TNAU a good university in terms of placements?

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The University has maintained a decent placement record. As per the NIRF report 2024, out of 1382 UG (4-year) graduates 312 were placed during the 2023 drive. Further, 81 out of 346 PG (2-year) students were placed. The complete insights of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University placements 2023 are tabulated below:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)
Total students (UG-4 year)1,382
Students placed (UG-4 year)312
Median package (UG-4 year)INR 3.70 LPA
Total students (PG-2 year)346
Students placed (PG-2 year)81
Median package (PG-2 year)INR 5.50 LPA
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Q:   Where are TNAU Coimbatore alumni placed?

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The alumni of TNAU Coimbatore are working with top companies such as Canara Bank, Union Bank of India and many more.  According to unofficial sources, the majority of alumni are placed in Research sector with a 28% share. To know the sector-wise alumni placements, check out the pie chart below:

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Q:   What is the average package for MBA students at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University has not released the 2023 placement report or brochure. However, the NIRF report 2023 is out. According to the report,  154 UG (4-year) and 72 PG (2-year) students were placed during 2022 placements. The median package offered to UG (4-year) and PG (2-year) students was INR 3.62 LPA and INR 5.32 LPA, respectively. Shrishti BioScience, Mahindra and Mahindra, IDFC Bank, and many other leading companies participated in recent TNAU placement sessions.

 

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Q:   What job profiles can I expect after completing B.Sc from TNAU?

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TNSAU offers BSc courses with various specialisations for students to choose from. Upon graduating from these courses, students can apply for job profiles such as Nutritionist, Dietician, Research Assistant, Educator, Microbiologist and more.

Moreover, prospective career choices and expected salary also depend on students’ skill sets and competencies. For each student, the salary may differ due to differences in their level of skills and knowledge. Tabulated below are a few career options and respective industry-based average payouts for BSc graduates:

  • Land Geomatics Surveyor: INR 4.4 LPA
  • Plant Breeder/Grafting Expert: INR 4.6 LPA
  • Clinical Research Associate: INR 4.2 LPA
  • Soil Forestry Officer: INR 3.8 LPA
  • Biostatistician: INR 5.7 LPA
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TNAU Rankings 2024

TNAU Vs Other Universities: Which is Better?

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TNAU

₹ 3.7 LPA₹ 36 K - 1.65 L -/-

Agricultural College and Research Institute, Kudumiyanmalai

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₹ 3.7 LPA₹ 36 K -/-
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Nalanda College of Agriculture

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Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Agriculture College

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Q:   Which college should I choose for B.Sc- TNAU or V.O. Chidambaranar Agricultural College and Research Institute, Killikulam?

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Presented below is a comparison between the BSc courses at TNAU and V.O. Chidambaranar Agricultural College and Research Institute, Killikulam, based on the number of seats, fees, and Shiksha rating:

College/University

Fees

Number of Seats

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BSc at TNAU

INR 36,000 to INR 2 lakh

3728

3.8

BSc at  V.O. Chidambaranar Agricultural College and Research Institute, Killikulam

INR 36,000

216

3.0

Note: The above information is taken from various official sources. Hence, it is indicative.

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3.9/5
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Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.2
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B.Sc. in Agriculture - Batch of 2026
Offered by Agricultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore-Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
3.4
3Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Review of Tamilnadu agricultural university .
Placements: No big placements are here. All the students have opted for either PG or start preparing for government exams; some of them are getting placed in some SEED and fertilizer companies with low packages. For agriengineering, there is a wide range of placements.
Infrastructure: The hostel rooms are accommodated with 4 members per room. Wi-Fi, 24-hour water supply, and daily newspapers are available. 3 times food and coffee, tea, milk, and badam milk are there in the mess on a charge basis. Chicken, fish, and eggs are also available in the mess. A good environment is there.
Faculty: The teaching faculty here is well experienced and knowledgeable. The faculty is very friendly and easily approachable. The course curriculum is very practical-oriented. The semester is every 6 months once conducted, with 20 marks for midsemester, 40 marks for practical, and 40 marks for final theory. Pass mark is 60.
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B.Sc. in Agriculture - Batch of 2024
Offered by Agricultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore-Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
4.2
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Good one with beautiful campus .
Placements: The placement in the college is 70%. The package is 4.8 - 6 LPA on average. The recruiting companies are SEED companies, fertilizer companies, and various agro industries. The roles mostly provided are field officer and assistant manager. The course students get internships in various fields; I also got an opportunity in the biotechnology department with 100% placement.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is good, with better hostel facilities, Wi-Fi on the college campus, and good food. Medical facilities are also available. Importance is also given to sports here, so the quality of the hostel is nice. There is a big library here, and it is very helpful. Edit this and just add punctuations where required and capitalize what's to be capitalized. Also change "lacs or lacks" to "LPA" and use "'s" instead of "s'". Make sure that no major changes are made to the original text, only in the worst cases of errors should the words or phrasing be changed. Dont use any currency signs, And follow the same word structure and no preface before the answer
Faculty: The teachers are very knowledgeable. The teaching quality is always good here. This course helps us to become entrepreneurs as well. The semester exams are a little tough. The pass percentage is 60%. The practical exams are also a little tough but provide a very good experience.
Other: The course is very interesting and also merges with our day-to-day life. Studying about plants is such a beautiful thing. The course is a lovely one. The practical experiences are amazing.
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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Life Science - Batch of 2026
Offered by Dhanalakshmi Srinivasan Agriculture College
3.4
3Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Practical and lively course
Placements: 60% were placed,Remaining people choose government exams. Highest package six lakh. Mostly we will be doing practical work more than theory. Students get placed in agriculture based companies. Most of them opt for bank work and some go for coaching classes to Crack government exams.
Infrastructure: Five members per room in girls hostel. Food is better. They will provide snacks ever evening. Tea and coffee both evening and morning. Common restrooms and bathrooms are available. Lecture halls facilitated with fans and ac. Library,sports area available
Faculty: Friendly teachers, exams are split into mid sem,practical and theory . All together we need to get 60 mark. 60 mark is the pass percentage. 1+1 course's are easy but it is difficult to pass in 2+1 course. Teachers are qualified from tamilnadu agriculture university and annamalai agriculture university.
Other: I chose this because...it involves more practical and theory and it is a professional course
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(DISCONTINUED JULY 2023)B.Sc. in Forestry - Batch of 2022
Offered by Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam-Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
3.4
3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Highly experienced and qualified teachers are available in the college.
Placements: This college gives placement opportunities to its students. In our college, almost 45% of the students get placements in our course. The highest package offered was 8 LPA. The lowest package offered at the college was 3 LPA. The average package offered at our college was between 3-6 LPA. Various local and national companies visit our college for placements.
Infrastructure: Our college was giving good-quality facilities to the students. The infrastructure at this college was good. Wi-Fi, labs, libraries, canteens, big classrooms, etc. facilities were available in the college. The canteen of the college was offering good-quality food to the students.
Faculty: The faculty of the college was helpful, qualified and knowledgeable. The teaching quality offered here was good to eat. This course curriculum we followed here at our college was relevant. It was making the students industry-ready. Semester exams at the college were difficult to pass.
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B.Sc.(Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2022
Offered by Rvs Agricultural College
4.4
5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
I can confident say it's a beacon of excellence in agricul education.
Placements: Good placements in agricultural-related industries. Recruiting in top agricultural companies. Many students cleared government examinations. Highly recruited in fertilizer, farm machinery, horticultural, and food processing industries. It will also lead to starting one's own agriculture business.
Infrastructure: Availability of labs, farms, greenhouses, well-furnished classrooms, and well-ventilated classrooms. 800+ acres of farmland for agriculture. Individual lab facilities for each course. Well-maintained entomology and pathology labs. Pleasant horticultural nurseries, etc.
Faculty: Excellent coaching is given by professors, along with friendly guidance from seniors and teachers. The course spans eight semesters, totaling four years. In the seventh semester, there is an All India tour and Rawe - Rural Agricultural Work Experience. The eighth semester involves project works and practical assignments.
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(DISCONTINUED JULY 2023)B.Tech. in Food Process Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.4
3Placements4Infrastructure3Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Really good infrastructure .
Placements: 50% placement is sure. The highest package to my knowledge is 32000. Top recruiting companies are ITC, Milky Midst, Hatsun, etc. 100% internship in companies like ITC, Shanthi Feed, Milky Midst, Cadbury, Nestle, Hatsun. Quality control, manpower planning, stock checking are the roles to be played in industries.
Infrastructure: There will be a lab facility, free Wi-Fi in Wi-Fi zone near the library, classrooms for individual years and courses. Hostels facilitated with solar heaters, rooms with four cots, daily cleaning. Food is in the average range. More concentrated sports are basketball, volleyball, Gogo, cricket, kabaddi.
Faculty: Minimum pass percentage is 60%. Teaching quality is fine. The course curriculum is relevant only. Exams are not that much difficult. Syllabus is good. Teachers are qualified with Ph.D. Staff are helpful. UG students even get patents for their projects.
Other: Food Technology is a valuable course. There is a lot of scope for this course. Community scholarship is provided. Campus surroundings are good. Festivals like Muthamizh Vizha, Pongal celebration, Sangamithra are conducted. International workshops are also conducted. Campus crowd is estimated to be more than 5000 people, including UG, PG, Ph.D.
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TNAU Courses and Fees 2024

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CoursesTuition FeesEligibility
B.Sc.(36 courses)
36 K - 2 L
10+2 : 50-55 %
Exams : ICAR AIEEACBSE 12th+1 More
B.E. / B.Tech(14 courses)
36 K - 3.3 L
10+2 : 45-55 %
Exams : TNEAICAR AIEEA+3 More
M.Sc.(62 courses)
19.8 K
Graduation : 60-70 %
M.E./M.Tech(4 courses)
19.8 K
Graduation : 50-70 %
Exams : CEETA
PG Diploma(2 courses)
20 K
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MBA/PGDM(1 course)
– / –
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : TANCET
M.Stat.(1 course)
19.8 K
Graduation : 70 %
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Q:   What is the application fee of TNAU MSc programme?

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Students who want to apply for one course required to pay in the range of INR 1,550 to INR 4,600, for two course the amount would be in the range of INR 3,050 to INR 3,100 and for three course theamount would be in the range of 4,550 to INR 4,600. This is to note that, the application fee mentioned here is to give an idea of fee range. Students can visit the official website for more information on MSc fee application.

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Q:   How many seats are there in TNAU?

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Students are offered seats at TNAU based on student's merit and entrance exam scores. The number of seat may vary depending on the course and specialisations selected by the student. Interested students can look at the following table to know about the course-wise TNAU seats:

CoursesSeat Intake
BSc3782
BTech987
MSc650
MTech36

Note: This information is taken from official sources and is subject to change.

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Q:   How many students can do B.Sc at TNAU?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University offers BSc courses via its many affiliated institutes. The BSc programme is spread across various streams such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Sericulture, and more. As per official sources, the university has 3000+ seats reserved for its BSc programme. Moreover, these seats are allocated to registered candidates based on qualifying examination scores.

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Q:   How many seats are reserved for MBA at TNAU?

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Students can find the seats reserved for MBA course at TNAU:

InstitutesSeats
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University30
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Q:   Can I give online entrance exam for MSc at TNAU?

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No, the entrance exam for MSc course at TNAU is offline. Candidates are required to be present on the stated date and time for the entrance exam/ written test on their own costs at TNAU, Coimbatore. Any request for change in the date and time will not be entertained. The examination date and time will be published in the University official website and intimated to the applicant over email.

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TNAU Scholarships 2024

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Q:   What all scholarships does Tamil Nadu Agricultural University provide for UG courses?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University offers several scholarship schemes to its undergraduate students. Some of the offered scholarships include, Community Scholarships (BC, MB & DNC, SC & ST students), SC & ST Higher Education Scholarship, National Scholarship for minority, Chief Minister public relief fund, National Talent Scholarship-ICAR and more. Students fulfilg the eligibility criteria can avail of the scholarships. For any queries, students can seek out the scholarship cell or admission help desk of the university.

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Q:   Are scholarships available in Tamil Nadu Agricultural University?

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Yes, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University offers scholarships to its students. These scholarships are available based on different criteria such as financial need and academic merit. Some of the scholarships and fellowships provided by the university include Vedavalli Endowment, T. R. Krishnan Endowment, Periyar Endowment, Selvi. V. Kokilavani, and Selvi. V. Moreover, there are specific scholarships available for women and scholarships offered in collaboration with the British Council. Additionally, the university facilitates Adi Dravida Welfare Scholarships, Central Government Scholarships, and State Government Free Education for eligible students. With these scholarship opportunities, students at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University have various options to support their education.

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Q:   What is the scholarship amount for TNAU PhD?

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Yes, the university offers various scholarship to PhD students at TNAU. Students can check the table below to know the ICAR scholarship available to PhD students:

Type of Fellowship/ScholarshipTo WhomFellowship Per Month
JRF FellowshipPhD students (1st & 2nd year)INR 31,000
SRF FellowshipPhD students (3rd year)INR 35,000

Note: Applicants from other states admitted for PG & PhD, in TNAU through ICAR who have qualified ICAR exam is entitled to get scholarship/ fellowship.

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Q:   Is there any scholarship for PhD students at TNAU?

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Yes, the university offers scholarships to PhD students. Most of the students carry out their research programmes with the provision of numerous fellowships. TNAU support the students of postgraduates by offering TNAU Merit Scholarship, TNAU research assistantship for PhD students, Vice chancellor’s Fellowship for merit in research for PhD students and Dr.A.P.J.Abdulkalam Fellowship. Possible funding from externally funded schemes was arranged to the rank holders and progressive students in DST – Inspire, CSIR Scholarships, UGC Scholarships, ICSSR, ICCR Scholarships, MHRD National Scholarships, Prime Minister fellowship, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund Fellowships among others. For more information, visit the official website. This is to note that, the scholarships mentioned above is the collective information of PG and PhD course.

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Q:   How is the infrastructure of TNAU?

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TNAU has a state of the art campus with multiple facilities available for students. The university has modern calssrooms, conference halls, library, and provides various other facilities to students. The library has huge collection of books, journals, and others. 

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Q:   Which option is better for BSc in Agriculture in Tamil Nadu- TNAU or PGPCAS?

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Tabulated below is a comparison between the BSc courses at TNAU and PGPCAS based on fees, number of seats, and Shiksha rating:

College/University

Fees

Number of Seats

Shiksha Rating

BSc at TNAU

INR 36,000 to INR 2 lakh

3728

3.8

BSc at PGPCAS

INR 2 lakh

-

3.8

Note: The above information is taken from various official sources. Hence, it is indicative.

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Q:   How to apply for admission to B.Sc (Hons) at TNAU?

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The first stage of TNAU BSc (Hons) admissions consists of application submission. The aspirants must apply for the preferred course by visiting the official website of the university:

1. Go to the official website of the university.

2. Click on the ’Apply Now’ button located under the ‘Admissions’ section.

3. Register as a new candidate.

4. Login and fill out the available application form.

5. Pay the application fee.

6. Submit the form.

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Q:   Can I apply for MSc after class 12 at TNAU?

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Students who are looking for MSc admissions at TNAU, can check the points mentioned below in order to know the complete MSc eligibility:

  • Only those students who have studied in State Agricultural Universities (SAUs)/ Colleges affiliated to SAUs/ Central Agricultural Universities (CAUs)/ ICAR Deemed Universities/ Central Universities with Agriculture Faculty registered by ICAR/ any other institutions accredited by NAEAB (ICAR) unaccompanied are suitable for admission to TNAU for Masters programmes.
  • Apart from this, a candidate who has experienced a course credit system with a least OGPA of 3 out of 4 or 6.6 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree programme can apply for a master’s programme. However, for SC/ST candidates, minimum OGPA of 6.5 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree is sufficient.

 

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Q:   How will I be learnt about my selection to TNAU MBA course?

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The applicant will be informed of their selection for admission to MBA programme by email or SMS only. Selected candidate names will be official on the University website also. University is not liable for any concern for failure in delivery of e-mails or SMS. The selected candidate should pay the given fee on or before the date certain by the Dean.

 

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Q:   Can I apply for MBA after class 12 at TNAU?

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Students who are looking for MBA admissions at TNAU, can check the points mentioned below in order to know the complete MBA eligibility:

  • Only those students who have studied in State Agricultural Universities (SAUs)/ Colleges affiliated to SAUs/ Central Agricultural Universities (CAUs)/ ICAR Deemed Universities/ Central Universities with Agriculture Faculty registered by ICAR/ any other institutions accredited by NAEAB (ICAR) unaccompanied are suitable for admission to TNAU for Masters programmes.
  • Apart from this, a candidate who has experienced a course credit system with a least OGPA of 3 out of 4 or 6.6 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree programme can apply for a master’s programme. However, for SC/ST candidates, minimum OGPA of 6.5 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree is sufficient.
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Q:   What is the fee for MBA in TNAU?

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Students who want to apply for one course required to pay in the range of INR 1,550 to INR 4,600, for two course the amount would be in the range of INR 3,050 to INR 3,100 and for three course theamount would be in the range of 4,550 to INR 4,600. For more clarity students can check the snip mentioned below:

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Q:   How can I check my merit list at the TNAU?

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Candidates, who have applied for various courses at the TNAU, can check their admission results in the form of merit lists online on this page or on the official website of the university. Follow the steps below to check the merit list through the official website:

  • Visit the official website page of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University admission (tnau.ac.in)
  • Click on the Academics tab and then on Admissions followed by Undergraduate.
  • On the next page, the menu will open to display a list of notifications related to UG programmes.
  • Click on the 'UG Ranklist 2022' option. On the next page a dropdown table containing various lists appears.
  • Select from the menu of the provisional lists for UG and Diploma programmes to display it in PDF format.
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Q:   Is Tamil Nadu Agricultural University expensive?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University offers variuos courses the  tution fees varies based on the course chosen.The University offers  MSc,  BSc,  MTech,  MBA BTech, under UG and PG level programmes.

The total tuition fees for B.Tech varies from 33k to 3.6Lakh.Under which different specialisation are offered.Fees for other courses such as M.Tech the total fees is Rs 18k,2 courses option is available under M.Tech.For PG Diploma the total fees is  Rs 20k.The total tuition fees for M.Sc is  Rs 1 lakh.

Btech in Agricultural Engineering the total tuition fees is around 3.3lakh.Students can visit the official website for more information related with fees and also can check in the course and fees section on shiksha.com

 

 

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Q:   Can I join MBA directly at TNAU?

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A candidate who has experienced a course credit system with a least OGPA of 3 out of 4 or 6.6 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree programme can apply for a master’s programme. However, for SC/ST candidates, minimum OGPA of 6.5 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree is eligible to apply for MBA course.

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Q:   Is B.Sc (Hons) available in TNAU?

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Yes, TNAU offers a BSc (Hons) programme at the undergraduate level. Tabulated below are the key highlights of this programme.

Particulars

Statistics

Duration

 BSc (Hons): four years

Mode

Full time

Selection Criteria

Marks in the qualifying examination

Fee

INR 36,000 to INR 2 lakh

Note: The above information is taken from official sources. However, it is subject to change.

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Q:   Is Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) hard to get?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) offers several courses across multiple specialisations. As there are a limited number of seats, and ever rising competition, it can be quite a challenge to secure a seat at the university. However, practice and persistance is the key. Students can certainly secure their spot at TNAU with right amount of strategic prepartion. Since admissions for native Tamil students are mostly merit-based, students must focus on their academic performance beforehand. Those applying via entrance tests must score well in the accepted entrance exam. It can be a difficult task, however it is certainly attainable.

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Q:   Can I edit my PhD application of TNAU after submission?

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The application and submission process of PhD at TNAU is closed. However, students can correct the application form if any mistake takes place. Candidates can check the table below for more information:

Particulars

Correction Dates

Correction in particulars of the application form on the website only

18 June to 20 June 2023

Note: The dates mentioned above is to give an idea of PhD application for the next academic year.

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Q:   Does candidates who have passed class 12 from other states are eligible for TNAU MSc admission?

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No, students cannot enrol for MSc admission if a student who have passed class 12 from other states. Only those students who have studied in State Agricultural Universities (SAUs)/ Colleges affiliated to SAUs/ Central Agricultural Universities (CAUs)/ ICAR Deemed Universities/ Central Universities with Agriculture Faculty registered by ICAR/ any other institutions accredited by NAEAB (ICAR) unaccompanied are fit for admission to TNAU for MSc programme.

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Q:   What specialisations are offered for B.Sc (Hons) programme at TNAU?

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TNAU offers various specialisations spread across different fields of agriculture and allied sciences. At the time of application, students must indicate their choice of specialisation. Mentioned below are the specialisations offered by the university:

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Q:   Does TNAU offer scholarships to students?

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Yes, TNAU offer scholarships to students. Mentioned below are Tamil Nadu Agricultural University scholarships:

TNAU Scholarships
Community Scholarships (BC, MBC and DNC, SC & ST)SC & ST Higher Education ScholarshipNational Scholarship (Minority scholarships)
Moovalur Ramamiratham Ammaiyar Higher Education Assurance scheme
(Pudumaipenn)
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Q:   Is it easy to join TNAU?

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In order to get admission in PG course at TNAU the university conducts it's own entrance test called GAT-B. Students applying for DBT supported GAT-B MSc (Agriculture) Molecular Biology & Biotechnology programme need not appear for TNAU Common PG entrance examination led by the School of Post Graduate Studies, TNAU, Coimbatore.

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Q:   Which TNAU affiliated college has the highest seat intake for B.Sc courses?

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TNAU has over 20+ colleges offering BSc courses. This amounts to an intake of 3,000+ seats for the BSc programme. Some of the colleges with prominent seat intakes include Forest College and Research Institute, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Vallanad, and more. Out of all the affiliated colleges and institutes, Agricultural College and Research Institute, Vallanad, has the highest intake with 445 seats.

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Q:   How costly is Tamil Nadu Agricultural University?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University is quite affordable. It is a state government university which is accredited by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The total tuition fees of the university ranges between INR 19,800 and INR 3.3 lakh. Additionally, students are also offered scholarships for financial assistance. The university makes every effort to provide education to students without any discrimination. Students can expect a decent package once they have graduated from the university. 

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Q:   Is Tamil Nadu Agricultural University a good university?

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Tamil Nadu Agricultural University is a good university for Agriculture and Allied subjects. Here are some reasons:

  • The university is the state agricultural university of Tamil Nadu and has a long history of providing quality education in agriculture and allied subjects
  • The curriculum is quite good, and the students have good exposure to field visits and practical laboratories
  • The university has an internal quality assurance cell to ensure timely, efficient, and progressive performance of academic, administrative, and financial tasks
  • The university provides housing facilities for its students
  • The university offers undergraduate programmes in agriculture and allied subjects, and applicants who have studied in regular, full-time, or formal education are eligible to apply
  • The university has been ranked 44 by NIRF in 2019 and 105 among BRICS nations by the QS World University Rankings of 2018
  • The university provides various scholarships to its students, which are both need-based and merit-based
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Q:   Can I join MSc directly at TNAU?

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The candidate who has experienced a course credit system with a least OGPA of 3 out of 4 or 6.6 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree programme can apply for a master’s programme. However, for SC/ST candidates, minimum OGPA of 6.5 out of 10 in a bachelor’s degree is eligible to apply for MBA course.

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