Banaras Hindu University (BHU) - Institute of Agricultural Sciences
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Established: 1931
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Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Motto: "Vidyayā'mritamashnute" (Knowledge imparts immortality)
Academic Programs:
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Undergraduate:
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BSc (Agriculture)
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BSc (Horticulture)
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Postgraduate:
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Doctoral:
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PhD (Agriculture)
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PhD (Horticulture)
Research Areas:
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Crop Improvement: Developing high-yielding, disease-resistant crop varieties
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Soil Science: Improving soil health, fertility, and water management
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Plant Protection: Developing integrated pest management strategies
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Agricultural Economics: Analyzing agricultural markets, trade, and policy
Facilities:
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Experimental Farm: 250 acres for crop trials and research
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Greenhouse: For plant breeding and seed production
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Laboratories: Well-equipped labs for soil, plant, and animal research
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Library: Extensive collection of agricultural literature and journals
Extension Services:
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Agricultural Advisory Services: Providing expert advice to farmers
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Training Programs: Conducting training programs for farmers, students, and extension officials
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Demonstration Farms: Establishing demonstration farms for showcasing new technologies
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Agriculture Course Fees
Undergraduate Courses:
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BSc (Hons.) Agriculture: ₹35,464 (total for 4 years)
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BSc (Hons.) Horticulture: ₹35,464 (total for 4 years)
Postgraduate Courses:
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MSc (Agriculture): ₹43,864 (total for 2 years)
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MSc (Horticulture): ₹43,864 (total for 2 years)
Doctoral Courses:
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PhD (Agriculture): ₹54,464 (total for 3 years)
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PhD (Horticulture): ₹54,464 (total for 3 years)
Additional Fees:
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Hostel Fee: ₹38,000 per year
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Examination Fee: ₹1,000 per semester
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Other Fees: ₹5,000 per year (includes library, laboratory, and other fees)
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Agriculture Eligibility
Undergraduate Courses:
Postgraduate Courses:
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MSc (Agriculture):
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Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Agricultural Sciences
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Minimum Marks: 55% for General, 50% for OBC, 45% for SC/ST
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Age Limit: 25 years (no upper age limit)
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MSc (Horticulture):
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Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Horticulture/Agriculture/Agricultural Sciences
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Minimum Marks: 55% for General, 50% for OBC, 45% for SC/ST
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Age Limit: 25 years (no upper age limit)
Doctoral Courses:
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PhD (Agriculture):
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Qualification: Master's degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Agricultural Sciences
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Minimum Marks: 60% for General, 55% for OBC, 50% for SC/ST
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Age Limit: 30 years (no upper age limit)
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PhD (Horticulture):
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Qualification: Master's degree in Horticulture/Agriculture/Agricultural Sciences
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Minimum Marks: 60% for General, 55% for OBC, 50% for SC/ST
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Age Limit: 30 years (no upper age limit)
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Location
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Address: Banaras Hindu University, Ajagara, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
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Phone: +91-542-2368938
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Fax: +91-542-2368938
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Campus:
Geographic Coordinates:
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Latitude: 25.2667° N
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Longitude: 82.9833° E
Nearest Landmarks:
