SKUAST Admission 2024: Application Process, Eligibility, Courses & Fee
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All the latest updates regarding SKUAST admissions are as follows:
- CMAT 2025 registrations are closed now for admission to the MBA, PGDM, and MMS courses. The CMAT 2025 exam will be held on Jan 25, 2025.
- The MAT 2025 registration process for the Feb session is open for PBT and CBT; the last date to apply is Mar 2 and Mar 9, 2025, respectively. Further, MAT 2025 PBT and CBT will be scheduled on Mar 9 and Mar 23, 2025, respectively.
- The CAT 2024 result has been declared for admission to the MBA/PGDM courses. Candidates can log in and download their scorecards on the official website.
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SKUAST Jammu Admission Process 2024
SUKAST admission is based on SKUAST J-CET (SKUAST Jammu common entrance test) conducted by the university. Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agriculture Science and Technology (SKUAST) Jammu is a state University, accredited by the National Agricultural Education Accreditation Board, ICAR. The university offers UG, PG, diploma, certificate, and doctoral degrees in Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Veterinary Science. The University has four departments that offer 67 courses.
SKUAST Jammu Admission 2024: Highlights
SKUAST Jammu admits students of UG and PG based on an entrance test conducted by SKUAST Jammu called SKUAST J-CET. Another way to take admission in SKUAST is through the CUET test for free seats only. The entrance test is mandatory for all students except self-finance or students allotted seats by the state government. Few in-service students are nominated by the state govt. on free seats. The table below gives a brief of SKUAST admission highlights:
Particulars |
SKUAST Admission Highlights 2024 |
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Mode of study |
Full-time/ Offline |
Programmes Offered |
67+ |
Admission status 2024 |
Open |
Fee range |
UG courses: INR 21,300 - INR 28,800 PG courses: INR 27,500 - INR 2.4 lakh |
How to apply? |
https://skuast.org/ |
Level of programmes offered |
UG, PG & PhD |
Popular programmes |
BTech| BSc| MSc |
Download |
SKUAST Jammu Brochure 2024 |
SKUAST Jammu Admission 2024: Eligibility & Selection
SKUAST offers courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels. Candidates need to meet the eligibility criteria set for the applied programme. The basic eligibility is Class 12 for UG courses whereas, graduation is required for PG programmes. Below are SKUAST courses along with their eligibility and selection criteria:
Course | Common Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
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BTech | Class 12 in relevant subject with at least 50% aggregate | SKUAST-Jammu CET/ CUET + ICAR Counselling |
BSc (Hons) | Class 12 in relevant subjects with at least 50% aggregate | SKUAST-Jammu CET/ CUET |
MSc |
Bachelor’s degree in the respective/ related subjects with a minimum of 55%-60% aggregate |
SKUAST-Jammu CET |
BVSc (Hons) | Class 12 in relevant subject with at least 50% aggregate | SKUAST-Jammu CET/ CUET |
MBA | BSc Agriculture/ BVSc & AH/ BTech Agriculture Engineering/ BSc Horticulture/ BSc Dairying/ BSc Forestry/ BSc Fisheries with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent CGPA |
SKUAST Jammu Fees & Seats 2024
SKUAST total fee includes multiple components such as admission fee, tuition fee, examination, caution deposit, etc. Some of the fee components are one-time payable at the time of admission. While aspirants need to pay tuition fees every semester. Below are SKUAST fee and intake:
Course | Total Tuition Fee | Seat Intake |
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BSc (Hons) | INR 21,300 - INR 28,800 | 176 |
MSc | INR 27,500 | 88 |
BVSc (Hons) | INR 21,300 | 88 |
MVSc | INR 27,500 | 72 |
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
SKUAST Jammu Seat Reservation 2024
Out of the total intake, the university reserves some seats for reserved category candidates. Below is category-wise SKUAST reservation:
Category | Reservation % |
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Open Merit | 50% |
SC | 8% |
ST | 20% |
OBC | 8% |
ALC/ IB | 4% |
RBA | 10% |
PwD | 4% |
CDP | 3% |
CPF & UT | 1% |
SP | 2% |
EWS | Up to 10% |
Steps for SKUAST Jammu Admission Process 2024
SKUAST conducts its own entrance exam for admission to UG and PG courses. Besides, aspirants also need to fulfil the course-specific eligibility requirements for admission. Below are the steps to get a seat in SKUAST Jammu:
STEP 1: SKUAST Jammu Application Process 2024
Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online for the preferred course. Aspirants need to fill out the form and pay an application fee of INR 2,000 for UG and INR 2,500 for PG programmes.
STEP 2: Selection
SKUAST shortlists candidates for UG and PG courses based on SKUAST-CET score. Admission to the seats under the ICAR quota will be made on the basic list provided by ICAR via All India Counselling by ICAR after CUET.
STEP 3: Merit List and Counselling
Once the selection rounds is over, the university releases a category-wise merit list. All the selections made by the university to UG and PG courses is provisional till final verification of eligibility of the candidates. Qualified aspirants, as per merit, are called for counselling on a specified date and time for consideration of admission to various courses. Selected aspirants have to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university.
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Q: Â Can I join SKUAST directly?
SKUAST Jammu does not offer direct admission. Aspirants first need to fill out the application form for the preferred course and then appear for SKUAST-J CET conducted by the university. SKUAST-J CET for UG courses is offered for a duration of three-years. For PG courses, the duration is two and a half year. Once the selection round is completed, the university releases a category-wise merit list. Shortlisted aspirants have to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university.
Q: Â What is the admission criteria at SKUAST Jammu?
SKUAST accepts UG, PG and PhD students on the basis of valid scores in SKUAST J CET exam. Aspirants applying through ICAT Quota are offered seats through All India Counselling by ICAR after CUET. Admission under VCI Quota is offered through NEET based on the list provided by VCI via their counselling portal.
Q: Â Does SKUAST accept ICAR AIEEA score?
Yes, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) accepts Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR AIEEA) score for admission into its undergraduate programs. This means that students who have appeared for the ICAR AIEEA exam and have a valid score can apply for admission to Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology for their undergraduate programs.
Q: Â Is entrance exam required for admission to SKUAST Jammu?
Yes, SKUAST Jammu conducts SKUAST-J Common Entrance Test for admission to UG, PG and PhD courses. It is a three-year exam for UG and two and a half year exam for PG courses. The paper for UG courses contains 180 multiple choice questions with each carrying on mark. In PG, the exam paper have 150 questions each with four options.
SKUASTUG Diploma Admissions 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 40% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ICSE, JKBOSE
Dates & Events
Dates | Past Events |
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10 Jun '23 | UG Diploma Entrance exam date |
24 May '23 - 27 May '23 | UG Diploma Application correction window |
23 May '23 | UG Diploma Application submission end date with late fee |
SKUAST Jammu BSc (Hons) Admission 2024
SKJUST offers a three-year BSc (Hons) programme in Agriculture and Horticulture specialisations. Candidates need to pass a minimum of Class 12 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or PCM or PCMB or Agriculture with English with at least 50% aggregate (40% aggregate for reserved category) to apply for BSc (Hons) course. The selection for BSc (Hons) is based on SKUAST-J CET. Admission for free or self-financing seats in ICAR quota is through All India Counselling by ICAR after CUET conducted by NTA.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: ICAR AIEEA
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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21 Jan '25 - 22 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Seat Allotment & Document Upload |
23 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Document Verification by the Universities |
24 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Seat Acceptance Fee, Document Verification & re-submission of documents |
27 Jan '25 - 28 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 3: Seat Allotment & Document Upload |
29 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 3: Document Verification |
Dates | Past Events |
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18 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Acceptance Fee, Document Verification & re-submission of documents |
17 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Online Document Verification |
15 Jan '25 - 16 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Allotment, Document Upload |
Commonly asked questions On B.Sc. Admissions
Q: Â How much is the fee for BSc (Hons) at SKUAST Jammu?
The total tuition fee for SKUAST Jammu BSc (Hons) ranges between INR 21,250 and INR 28,750. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Below are the other fee component for BSc (Hons):
Fee Component | Fee |
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One-time fee | INR 21,000 |
Hostel fee | INR 73,065 - INR 98,190 |
Q: Â What is the seat intake for B.Sc at SKUAST?
SKUAST Jammu has a total intake of 176. Candidates are offered seat in BSc (Hons) based on SKUSAT-J CET score. Selected aspirants need to participate in SKUAST Counselling round. Candidates need to bring the specified documents for verification. Once the seat is allotted, aspirants have to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university.
Q: Â What is the eligibility for BSc (Hons) at SKUAST Jammu?
Aspirants seeking admission to SKUAST BSc (Hons) must complete Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board with PCB/ PCM/ PCBM/ Agriculture (with Science subjects), besides English with 50% aggregate for OM, NRI/ NRI-sponsored category. The aggregate required is 40% for reserved categories. Candidates from states/ UTs other than Jammu and Kashmir & Ladakh can only seek admission under the NRI/ NRI sponsored quota for BSc (Hons) Agriculture, BSc (Hons) Horticulture and against Self Financing, seats for PG courses kept under the All India Basis category.
SKUAST Jammu MSc Admission 2024
SKUAST Jammu offers two-year MSc course at the PG level. The university offers MSc in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Agricultural Engineering. Candidates who have passed a bachelor's degree in related subjects with at least 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for reserved category) can apply. The university also offers MSc in Basic Sciences. Aspirants with a bachelor's degree with at least 55% aggregate can apply for Basic Sciences.
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: ICAR AIEEA, SKUCET
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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21 Jan '25 - 22 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Seat Allotment & Document Upload |
23 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Document Verification by the Universities |
24 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 2: Seat Acceptance Fee, Document Verification & re-submission of documents |
27 Jan '25 - 28 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 3: Seat Allotment & Document Upload |
29 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling Round 3: Document Verification |
Dates | Past Events |
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18 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Acceptance Fee, Document Verification & re-submission of documents |
17 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Online Document Verification |
15 Jan '25 - 16 Jan '25 | ICAR AIEEA PG 2024 Counselling 1st Round: Seat Allotment, Document Upload |
Commonly asked questions On M.Sc. Admissions
Q: Â Is entrance exam required for MSc at SKUAST Jammu?
SKUAST Jammu conducts SKUAST-J CET for admission to MSc course. The university conducts the exam for a duration of two and a half years. The exam includes one question paper each for concerned major subject group. The paper include 150 multiple-choice questions, each with four options. For correct answer 1 mark is given and for incorrect answer -¼ mark is deducted.
Q: Â Is MSc available at SKUAST Jammu?
Yes, SKUAST Jammu offers two-year MSc course spread across four semesters. MSc is available in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Agricultural Engineering. Candidates can also apply for MSc in Basic Sciences. Aspirants with a bachelor's degree in relevant subjects can apply for MSc programme. The selection for SKUAST MSc is based on SKUAST-J CET score.
Q: Â What is the cost of studying MSc at SKUAST Jammu?
The total tuition fee for SKUAST Jammu MSc is INR 27,500. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates need to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the university. Below is the other fee component for MSc:
Fee Component | Fee |
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One-time fee | INR 22,750 |
Hostel fee | INR 55,565 |
SKUAST Jammu MBA Admission 2024
SKUAST Jammu offers a two-year MBA programme at the PG level. Candidates who have passed BSc Agriculture/ BVSc & AH/ BTech Horticulture/ BSc Dairying/ BSc Forestry/ BSc Fisheries with at least 55% aggregate can apply for MBA Agriculture Business Management. Aspirants with any other graduate degree with at least 55% aggregate can also apply.
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: MAT, CAT, CMAT, ICAR AIEEA
Dates & Events
Dates | Upcoming Events |
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25 Jan '25 | CMAT 2025 exam date |
24 Dec '24 - 2 Mar '25 | MAT 2024 Registration Process PBT (February)Ongoing |
9 Mar '25 | MAT 2025 PBT (February) |
5 Mar '25 - 9 Mar '25 | MAT 2024 Admit Card PBT Download (February) |
24 Dec '24 - 9 Mar '25 | MAT 2024 Registration Process CBT (February)Ongoing |
Dates | Past Events |
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20 Jan '25 | CMAT 2025 admit card downloadOngoing |
26 Dec '24 - 27 Dec '24 | CMAT 2025 form correction |
14 Nov '24 - 25 Dec '24 | CMAT 2025 registration and application process |
Commonly asked questions On MBA/PGDM Admissions
Q: Â What are the selection criteria for MBA at SKUAST Jammu?
SKUAST Jammu selects candidates for MBA based on entrance exam score and merit in the last qualifying exam. Aspirants need to have a bachelor's degree in any discipline to apply for MBA. The university also accepts national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT and CMAT for MBA admission. Selected candidates are further called for a group discussion and personal interview round.
Q: Â Who is eligible for MBA at SKUAST Jammu?
Candidates need to pass BSc Agriculture/ BVSc & AH/ BTech Agriculture Engineering/ BSc Horticulture/ BSc Dairying/ BSc Forestry/ BSc Fisheries with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent CGPA to apply for SKUAST Jammu MBA programme. Aspirants with any other graduate degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate can also apply.
Q: Â What documents are required for MBA admission at SKUAST Jammu?
Selected candidates after completion of the selection rounds need to come for document verification. Aspirants can bring the below documents during interview or at the time of counselling:
- Detailed marks certificate/ PDC/ Degree cerificate for bachelor's degree from concerned board/ university
- Date of Birth Certificate (Marticulation)
- Detailed Marks Certificate (Class 12)
- Character Certificate by the institute last attended
- Migration Certificate from the institute last attended
SKUASTMVSC Admissions 2025
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: ICAR AIEEA, SKUCET
Dates & Events
Dates | Past Events |
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10 Jun '23 | MVSC Entrance exam date |
24 May '23 - 27 May '23 | MVSC Application correction window |
23 May '23 | MVSC Application submission end date with late fee |
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SKUAST Jammu Admission 2024 FAQs
Q: Â What courses are offered by SKUAST Jammu?
The courses offered by SKUAST Jammu are BSc, BVSc, MSc, MBA, MVSc, PhD, Diploma, and Certificate. SKUAST Jammu offers 67 courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels in multiple streams such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Forestry, Fisheries, etc. The university accepts admission to its courses based on valid scores in SKUAST J-CET (Jammu Common Entrance Test).
Q: Â What are the eligibility criteria for SKUAST Jammu?
SKUAST Jammu eligibility criteria varies for UG and PG courses. Candidates must complete a minimum of Class 12 for UG courses and graduation for PG programmes. Below is course-wise SKUAST Jammu eligibility criteria:
Course | Common Eligibility |
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BTech | Class 12 in relevant subject with at least 50% aggregate |
BSc (Hons) | Class 12 in relevant subjects with at least 50% aggregate |
MSc | Bachelor’s degree in the respective/ related subjects with a minimum of 55%-60% aggregate |
BVSc (Hons) | Class 12 in relevant subject with at least 50% aggregate |
MBA | BSc Agriculture/ BVSc & AH/ BTech Agriculture Engineering/ BSc Horticulture/ BSc Dairying/ BSc Forestry/ BSc Fisheries with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent CGPA |
Q: Â Is SKUAST a good option?
The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) is a renowned institution known for its academic excellence and innovative initiatives. The university has been ranked among the top agricultural universities in India, securing the 5th and 9th positions in various rankings. It has also been recognised for its innovation and entrepreneurship development, leading the way in the adoption and implementation of the National Education Policy 2020. The campus is located in a picturesque setting with a beautiful environment conducive to learning, and the university offers various facilities such as hostels, cafeteria, medical facilities, and sports/cultural activities to make students' lives comfortable and enjoyable. However, the placement scenario at SKUAST has been reported to be mixed, with some students expressing satisfaction with the opportunities, while others have mentioned limitations in the placement cell. Therefore, while SKUAST is well-regarded for its academic and research infrastructure, prospective students should consider the specific factors that are important to them, such as the availability of placements in their field of study, before making a decision.
Q: Â What is the fee for SKUAST Jammu?
The total fee of SKUAST Jammu includes various components such as tuition fee, caution deposit, examination fee, etc. Aspirants can pay the fee via any of the online payment modes. Below is course-wise SKUAST Jammu fee:
Course | Total Tuition Fee |
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BSc (Hons) | INR 21,300 - INR 28,800 |
MSc | INR 27,500 |
BVSc (Hons) | INR 21,300 |
MVSc | INR 27,500 |
Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
Q: Â What documents do I need for SKUAST Jammu counselling?
Aspirants are called for counselling along with all documents in original, a set of attested copies of all documents, admit card issued by SKUAST-J and a non-refundable counselling fee. Below are the required documents:
- Domicile Certificate
- Date of Birth Certificate (Marticulation Certificate)
- Marks Certificate of qualifying examination
- Category Certificate, if applicable
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Answered 7 months ago
Taking the SKUAST-Jammu CET or, for some categories, other accredited entrance exams like the CAT or MAT is a requirement of the MBA admissions process at SKUAST Jammu. The minimum cumulative GPA required for admission to the programme is a bachelor's degree in any discipline. Applying online via th
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