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Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), is a private deemed-to-be university established in 1910 as the Allahabad Agricultural Institute by American Presbyterian missionary Dr. Sam Higginbottom. It was granted deemed university status by the UGC in 2000. SHUATS is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC), approved by ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) and ICFRE (Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education), and accredited by NAAC with an A grade.
As per NIRF 2025, SHUATS is ranked 87th in the Pharmacy category with a score of 43.11. SHUATS does not currently feature in the NIRF Agriculture or Engineering category ranked lists.
The campus spans 1,040 acres in Naini, Prayagraj, including 420 acres of operational research farms used for crop trials, field training, and agri-innovation projects. The campus also houses a dairy plant, a food processing pilot plant, and a horticulture demonstration farm.
SHUATS is built around agriculture, technology, and allied science disciplines and offers more than 200 programmes:
- Flagship UG: B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture, B.Sc (Hons) Forestry, B.Sc (Hons) Animal Husbandry and Dairying, B.Sc (Hons) Biotechnology, B.Sc (Hons) Food Technology
- Engineering (B.Tech): Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Allied sciences: B.Sc in Medical Lab Technology, Radio-Imaging Technology, Nursing, Computer Science, Dairy Technology, Data Science, and Cyber Security
- Commerce and management: BBA, B.Com, BCA, MBA (general and Agri-Business)
- Postgraduate: M.Sc in 40-plus subjects across Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Animal Science, and Pure Sciences. M.Tech in 20-plus engineering and food technology streams. M.Ed also available
- Research: Ph.D. across all faculties
The total fees for B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering, 4 years) are INR 5,07,235. B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture (4 years) fees are INR 4,91,235. MBA fees are INR 2,27,235 for 2 years. BBA fees are INR 2,02,735 for 3 years.
Students at SHUATS are eligible for the Central Sector Scholarship, ICAR Junior Research Fellowship, and institutional merit scholarships.
Placements at SHUATS are conducted for B.Tech, B.Sc (Hons), MBA, and M.Tech graduates. As per NIRF 2025 data, the median salary for M.Tech graduates is INR 4,70,000 per annum. Top recruiters include Nestle, ITC, Britannia, Dabur, Mother Dairy, and Pepsico in the food and agriculture sectors.
SHUATS Admission Dates 2026
SHUATS admissions for the 2026-27 session are governed by the SHUATS Entrance Admission Test (SHUATS-EAT) for most programmes and by ICAR-AIEEA for agriculture and horticulture disciplines. B.Tech admissions also accept JEE Main scores. Admissions typically run from May through September, with the main intake in July.
| Event | Programme | Status (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| SHUATS-EAT 2026 | All UG and PG programmes (non-agriculture) | May to June 2026 (concluded) |
| ICAR-AIEEA 2026 | B.Sc Hons Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry | June 2026 (concluded) |
| JEE Main 2026 | B.Tech programmes | January to April 2026 (concluded) |
| Online Application | All programmes | April to September 2026 |
| Merit List and Counselling | All programmes | July to September 2026 (ongoing) |
| Classes Commence | All programmes | September to October 2026 |
The course-wise entrance exam accepted is listed below for key programme categories.
| Programme | Exam Accepted | Admission Basis |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry | ICAR-AIEEA or SHUATS-EAT | Exam merit rank |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, CSE, ECE) | JEE Main or SHUATS-EAT | JEE Main percentile or EAT rank |
| BBA, B.Com, BCA | SHUATS-EAT or direct merit | 12th marks merit |
| B.Sc Nursing, MLT, Radiography | SHUATS-EAT | EAT merit rank |
| MBA and MBA Agri-Business | SHUATS-EAT or CAT or MAT | Exam score + GD-PI |
| M.Sc (Agriculture, Science subjects) | ICAR-PGS or SHUATS-EAT | Exam merit rank |
| M.Tech programmes | GATE or SHUATS-EAT | GATE score or EAT merit |
| Ph.D. | UGC-NET or ICAR-SRF or SHUATS-PET | Exam score and interview |
SHUATS Courses and Fees
SHUATS offers more than 200 programmes across agriculture, engineering, allied health sciences, management, and arts. As a private deemed university, fees are higher than government agricultural universities but reflect the extensive laboratory, farm, and research infrastructure. B.Tech total fees range from INR 4,45,235 to INR 5,46,000 for 4 years. B.Sc (Hons) agriculture-related programmes range from INR 3,55,235 to INR 4,91,235 for 4 years.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB or PCM, ICAR-AIEEA or EAT | INR 4,91,235 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB or PCM, ICAR-AIEEA or EAT | INR 3,79,235 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Forestry | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB or PCM, ICAR-AIEEA or EAT | INR 3,79,235 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Animal Husbandry and Dairying | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB, ICAR-AIEEA or EAT | INR 4,43,235 |
| B.Sc (Hons) Biotechnology | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB or PCM, EAT | INR 3,55,235 |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 4 years | 10+2 with PCM, JEE Main or EAT | INR 5,07,235 |
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 10+2 with PCM, JEE Main or EAT | INR 4,45,235 |
| B.Tech (ECE) | 4 years | 10+2 with PCM, JEE Main or EAT | INR 5,46,000 |
| B.Tech (Food Technology or Dairy Technology) | 4 years | 10+2 with PCM or PCB, EAT | INR 4,33,235 to 4,91,235 |
| B.Sc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB, SHUATS-EAT | INR 88,235 |
| BBA | 3 years | 10+2, any stream | INR 2,02,735 |
| B.Com | 3 years | 10+2, any stream | INR 1,64,485 |
| BCA | 3 years | 10+2, any stream | INR 1,52,235 |
| B.Ed | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, SHUATS-EAT | INR 95,235 |
| MBA (General) | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, EAT or CAT or MAT | INR 2,27,235 |
| MBA (Agri-Business) | 2 years | Graduation in Agriculture or related, EAT | INR 2,69,235 |
| M.Sc (Agriculture subjects) | 2 years | B.Sc Hons in relevant subject, ICAR-PGS or EAT | INR 1,69,235 to 2,53,235 |
| M.Tech (Engineering streams) | 2 years | B.Tech in relevant field, GATE or EAT | INR 1,57,235 to 2,63,835 |
B.Sc Nursing at INR 88,235 for 4 years is among the most affordable nursing programmes at a NAAC A-accredited institution in Uttar Pradesh. The MBA Agri-Business at SHUATS (INR 2,69,235) is one of the few ICAR-context MBA programmes in North India, combining agri-business management with farm and food technology electives.
SHUATS Admission Process
SHUATS runs parallel admission tracks: ICAR-governed admission for core agriculture disciplines and a university-level entrance test (SHUATS-EAT) for technology, management, and allied health programmes. Both tracks are merit-based with no spot admission policy for most programmes.
B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Horticulture, and Forestry
Eligibility requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or Agriculture) from a recognised board, with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Admission is based on ICAR-AIEEA rank or SHUATS-EAT merit. ICAR-AIEEA score holders are given priority in merit list preparation. The SHUATS-EAT is typically held in May at centres across UP and nearby states.
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech programmes at SHUATS accept JEE Main percentile or SHUATS-EAT scores. Eligibility is 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with a minimum of 45% marks. Students with a higher JEE Main percentile are placed higher in the merit list. GATE scores are accepted for lateral-entry and M.Tech admissions.
Allied Health Sciences (Nursing, MLT, Radiography)
B.Sc Nursing and related allied health programmes require 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 45% marks. Admission is through SHUATS-EAT. For Nursing, the minimum age at admission is 17 years as per Indian Nursing Council norms.
MBA Admission
MBA eligibility requires graduation with a minimum of 50% marks. Valid CAT, MAT, or SHUATS-EAT scores are accepted. The selection process includes a GD-PI round after shortlisting. MBA Agri-Business applicants with a B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture background are given preference in specialisation allocation.
M.Sc and M.Tech Admission
M.Sc admissions for agriculture subjects require a B.Sc (Hons) in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks. ICAR-PGS (Post Graduate School) scoreholders are prioritised. M.Tech requires a B.Tech in the relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks and a valid GATE score or SHUATS-EAT rank.
SHUATS Placements
SHUATS conducts campus placements for B.Tech, B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture and allied sciences, MBA, and M.Tech graduates through its Central Placement Cell. The placement season typically runs from October to February each year. The food and agri-processing sector accounts for the majority of recruiters.
As per NIRF 2025 data, the median salary for M.Tech graduates placed from SHUATS is INR 4,70,000 per annum. B.Pharma graduates had a median salary of INR 3,00,000 per annum as per the same NIRF report. For B.Tech (CSE) and ECE graduates, placements are in IT and electronics firms alongside agri-tech companies.
| Programme | Top Recruiters | Sector Focus |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | Mahindra Agri, JAIN Irrigation, John Deere India | Agri-equipment and irrigation |
| B.Tech and M.Tech (Food Technology) | Nestle, ITC, Britannia, Dabur, Pepsico, Mother Dairy | Food processing and FMCG |
| B.Sc and M.Sc (Agriculture) | Bayer CropScience, Syngenta, UPL, Rallis India, state Krishi Vigyan Kendras | Agri-input and crop science |
| MBA Agri-Business | ITC Agri, NDDB, state agriculture departments | Agri-business and cooperative management |
| B.Tech (CSE and ECE) | TCS, Wipro, Infosys, HCL Technologies | IT and electronics |
| B.Sc (Hons) Dairy Technology and B.Tech (Dairy Technology) | Mother Dairy, Amul, Heritage Foods, Parag Milk Foods | Dairy processing |
SHUATS Rankings
SHUATS participates in NIRF under the Pharmacy category. It does not currently feature in the NIRF Agriculture, Engineering, or University category ranked lists. The NAAC A grade reflects strong institutional performance in teaching, research, and extension services across its agriculture and technology faculties.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Pharmacy | 87 (Score: 43.11) |
SHUATS is approved by ICAR and ICFRE, making it one of the few private deemed universities in India with dual approval from the apex bodies governing agriculture and forestry research. This is a key recognition for its B.Sc Hons Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, and related PG programmes.
SHUATS Scholarships
SHUATS students are eligible for central government scholarships, ICAR junior research fellowships, institutional merit scholarships, and UP state government schemes.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSS) | Regular UG students in top 20th percentile of 12th board. Family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum | INR 12,000 per year for UG first 3 years |
| NSP Post-Matric Scholarship (SC and ST) | SC or ST category. Family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum | Tuition fee and maintenance allowance per NSP norms |
| ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | M.Sc Agriculture students qualifying ICAR-JRF examination | INR 31,000 per month for the first two years |
| SHUATS Merit Scholarship | Top rank holders in SHUATS-EAT or first-year CGPA above 8.5 | 25% to 100% tuition fee waiver (as per scheme notification) |
| UP Scholarship Portal (SC, ST, OBC, General-poor) | UP domicile students in eligible categories | Pre-matric and post-matric allowances per UP state norms |
SHUATS Campus and Infrastructure
SHUATS occupies a 1,040-acre campus in Naini, Prayagraj, on the Allahabad-Naini road. The campus includes 420 acres of operational research farms housing crop trials, seed production plots, horticulture demonstration blocks, and agroforestry plots. These farms double as teaching laboratories for B.Sc Agriculture and Horticulture students.
The campus hosts a central dairy plant, a food processing pilot plant, a fisheries pond network, and a greenhouse complex. The Agricultural Engineering department operates a well-equipped farm machinery workshop and an irrigation and drainage engineering laboratory. The Forestry department maintains a nursery and a dendrology garden.
Separate hostel facilities are available for male and female students. Hostel fees range from INR 16,000 to INR 85,000 per year for boys and INR 14,000 to INR 85,000 per year for girls, depending on the room type and meal plan. A central library, sports complex, NCC and NSS units, a chapel, and a multi-faith prayer hall are part of the campus infrastructure.
SHUATS vs GBPUAT vs CSAUAT
Students aspiring to B.Sc Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry in North India frequently compare SHUATS with Gobind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand) and Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology (CSAUAT, Kanpur, UP). All three offer four-year B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture through ICAR-AIEEA admissions.
| Parameter | SHUATS (Prayagraj) | GBPUAT (Pantnagar) | CSAUAT (Kanpur) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1910 | 1960 | 1975 |
| Type | Private Deemed University | State Government University | State Government University |
| NAAC Grade | A | A+ | B+ |
| NIRF 2025 | 87 (Pharmacy) | Featured (Agriculture category) | Featured (Agriculture category) |
| B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture Fees | INR 4,91,235 (4 years) | INR 60,000 to 80,000 (4 years) | INR 40,000 to 60,000 (4 years) |
| Campus Area | 1,040 acres (420 research farm acres) | 2,700 acres (India’s first agricultural university) | 1,600 acres |
| ICAR Approval | Yes | Yes (ICAR deemed) | Yes |
| Admission | ICAR-AIEEA or SHUATS-EAT | ICAR-AIEEA or state merit | ICAR-AIEEA or UP state counselling |
GBPUAT Pantnagar is India’s first agricultural university with significantly lower fees and a stronger government research ecosystem. CSAUAT Kanpur is the premier state government agricultural university in UP, also at a much lower fee point. SHUATS offers higher fee but broader programme diversity, including B.Tech Agricultural Engineering, allied health sciences, and management programmes not available at government agricultural universities.
SHUATS FAQs
Ques. When was SHUATS established and is it a government or private university?
Ans. SHUATS was established in 1910 as Allahabad Agricultural Institute by Dr. Sam Higginbottom and granted deemed university status by UGC in 2000. It is a private deemed-to-be university, not a government institution. It is NAAC A-accredited and approved by ICAR and ICFRE.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of SHUATS?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, SHUATS is ranked 87th in the Pharmacy category with a score of 43.11. It does not currently appear in the NIRF Agriculture, Engineering, or University ranked category lists. The university holds NAAC A accreditation and ICAR and ICFRE approvals.
Ques. What are the fees for B.Sc Agriculture at SHUATS?
Ans. The total fees for the 4-year B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture programme at SHUATS are INR 4,91,235. For B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture and Forestry, the total fees are INR 3,79,235. These fees cover tuition and examination charges for the full 4-year duration.
Ques. What entrance exam is required for admission to SHUATS?
Ans. B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Horticulture, and Forestry admissions use ICAR-AIEEA rank or SHUATS-EAT merit. B.Tech admissions accept JEE Main percentile or SHUATS-EAT rank. MBA admissions require CAT, MAT, or SHUATS-EAT scores. M.Tech admissions accept GATE scores or SHUATS-EAT rank.
Ques. Does SHUATS have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, SHUATS provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students on the 1,040-acre campus. Hostel fees range from INR 16,000 to INR 85,000 per year for boys and INR 14,000 to INR 85,000 per year for girls, depending on room type and meal plan.
Ques. What is the average placement package at SHUATS?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025 data, the median salary for M.Tech graduates placed from SHUATS is INR 4,70,000 per annum. Top recruiters in the food and agriculture sector include Nestle, ITC, Britannia, Dabur, Mother Dairy, and Pepsico. B.Tech (CSE) graduates are placed in IT companies including TCS, Wipro, and HCL Technologies.
Ques. Is SHUATS better than GBPUAT Pantnagar for Agriculture?
Ans. GBPUAT Pantnagar is a NAAC A+ government university with significantly lower fees (INR 60,000 to 80,000 for 4 years vs INR 4,91,235 at SHUATS) and a stronger NIRF Agriculture ranking. SHUATS offers broader programme diversity, including B.Tech Agricultural Engineering, allied health sciences, and MBA Agri-Business not available at GBPUAT. Government college seats are limited and competitive, so aspirants who do not secure a seat in GBPUAT through ICAR-AIEEA typically consider SHUATS as a strong private alternative.
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At Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), paramedical-related admissions (like nursing) for the 2026–27 session are open with the online application form available from 1 Feb 2026. The last date to apply for the SHUATS Online Entrance Test for Nursing (SOETN 2026) is 11 Jun 2026, and the entrance test is scheduled for 16 Jun 2026. Admit cards will be released on 12 Jun 2026, results on 19 Jun 2026, and counselling begins 1 Jul 2026, with classes starting in August 2026.
The fee for the BCom course is mentioned below:
The total fee for a B.Com program at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS) is approximately INR 1.5 lakh to INR 2 lakh for the complete course, depending on the specialization and hostel facilities. Tuition fees are paid semester-wise. Additional charges may include examination, registration, library, and hostel fees. Students should check the latest fee structure from the official university website before admission.
SHUATS B.P.T is offered as 4 Years 6 Months Full Time program, with total intake of 40 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.P.T is 10+2. The total fees for SHUATS B.P.T in 2025 is INR 3.79 Lakhs for the complete course duration
Aspirants seeking admission to the Full-time Bachelor of Physiotherapy [BPT] program must be 10+2 with PCB or PCMB with English 50% marks from any recognized board. The fee per year is INR 82,000 for the BPT course.
You must have done 10+2 with PCM or PCB (Marks: Minimum 50% in aggregate). Candidates seeking admission to the undergraduate programmes are required to appear an All India Entrance Test conducted by the university.
The average package which you can expect in the placement program (depending on the previous year data) of SHUATS is INR Six lacs twenty thousand per year.
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The contact numbers of SHUATS Allahabad are given below:
+91 532 2684281,
+91 532 2684284,
+91 532 2684781,
+91 532 2684290
SHUATS Allahabad is well known for its popular programs such as B.Tech, B.Pharm, D.Pharm, and MBA. SHUATS currently offers its B.Tech programs in 13 different specializations including Agricultural Engineering and Food Technology. Admission to all the undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs is granted on the basis of the SHUATS Online Entrance Test for Agriculture & Pharmacy (SOETAP) and Merit-Based Online Counselling conducted by the SHUATS only.
Aspirants seeking admission to the 2 Year Full-time Bachelor of Physical Education [B.P.Ed] program must have passed Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 50% marks and having at least participation in the Inter-College / Inter-Zonal / District / School competition in sports and games as reorganized by the AIU/IOA /SGFI/Govt. of India (or) Bachelor’s Degree in Physics. The fees for 1st year is INR 70,000, and for 2nd year fee is INR 62,000.
SHUATS is affiliated with NCTE, ICAR, and UGC. SHUATS is a pioneering institution that offered an Agricultural Engineering program in 1943. It is the first institution to offer the program in Asia and 4th in the World. SHUATS has signed 26 MOUs with prominent International Universities such as Asia Institute of Technology, Bangkok, University of Missouri, USA, ICAR, UPCAR, CSIR, etc. It has many memberships of international associations with IAU, APAARI, ACU, TAAS, and GFAR.
Admission to D.pharma at SHUATS Allahabad is done based on entrance exam and direct admission is not possible.
The fee ranges between INR 34,000 to 1.44 lakhs depending on the course. Check here for the SHUATS Courses and Fees.
Yes, you can surely get admission to BPT course without appearing for NEET.
Yes, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology, and Sciences is open Monday to Friday.
SHUATS Allahabad is affiliated to national bodies viz. ICAR, UGC, ACU, AIU, IAU, and IAUA.
The registration last date was July 20th 2023 and admission has already been over by now.
The fee for the D Pharma will be INR 90,000 per year at the Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology, and Sciences
SHUATS do not offer admission based on CUET scores.
Aspirants seeking admission to the 4 Year Full-time Bachelor of Technology [B. Tech] program must have passed10+2 with PCM or PCMB or PCB or Agriculture with 45% marks from a recognized board. Admission to B.Tech is done on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the university, usually in the month of May every year. The application process starts by February.