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Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV) is a public agricultural university established on September 1, 1974 by the Government of West Bengal. Named after Bidhan Chandra Roy, the first Chief Minister of West Bengal, it is a residential-cum-teaching-and-research university located in Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal. The university is accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and recognized by UGC and AIU.
As per NIRF Agriculture and Allied Sectors 2025, BCKV is ranked #16 with an overall score of 57.64.
The university campus in Mohanpur, Nadia has research stations at Burdwan and Susunia. BCKV has 214 faculty members and an active student body of 1,089 undergraduates, 339 postgraduates, and 283 doctoral scholars (2025 figures).
- B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture: 4 years, 8 semesters, Faculty of Agriculture (16 departments)
- B.Sc (Hons.) Horticulture: 4 years, Faculty of Horticulture (5 departments)
- B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering): 4 years, Faculty of Agricultural Engineering (4 departments)
- M.Sc (Agriculture, Horticulture): 2 years, 22 specializations including Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics, and Floriculture
- M.Tech: 2 years, specializations in Farm Machinery, Food Engineering, Post Harvest Engineering, and Soil and Water Engineering
- Ph.D: Minimum 3 years, 25 disciplines across agriculture, horticulture, and engineering
The total fee for B.Sc Agriculture is INR 98,200 for 4 years. M.Sc programme fees are INR 24,440 for 2 years. Hostel accommodation is available from INR 1,610 to INR 1,642 per month.
NIRF 2025 data for BCKV shows 72 UG graduates placed with a median salary of INR 4.8 LPA, and 58 PG graduates placed with a median salary of INR 6.95 LPA. Top recruiters include Syngenta, Bayer, UPL, and Tata.
BCKV Admission Dates 2027
BCKV admissions for 2026-27 have concluded. The 2027-28 cycle is governed by ICAR AIEEA UG 2027 (for B.Sc Agriculture, Horticulture, and B.Tech Agricultural Engineering) and ICAR AIEEA PG 2027 (for M.Sc and M.Tech). The table below shows the 2026-27 cycle for reference.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 registration | February to April 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 examination | June 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 result | July 2026 |
| State counselling and BCKV seat allotment | July to August 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 examination | June to July 2026 |
| Programme commencement | September to October 2026 |
Tentative dates for the 2027-28 cycle are listed below based on the 2026 cycle pattern.
| Event | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2027 registration | February to April 2027 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2027 examination | June 2027 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG 2027 (M.Sc and M.Tech) | June to July 2027 |
| State counselling and seat allotment | July to August 2027 |
BCKV Courses and Fees
BCKV offers three faculties: Agriculture (16 departments), Horticulture (5 departments), and Agricultural Engineering (4 departments). All programmes are ICAR-accredited. The fee structure below is based on the 2026 API data. The first semester carries a higher fee due to one-time admission charges.
| Programme | Duration | Semester 1 Fee | Subsequent Semester Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture | 4 years (8 semesters) | INR 21,200 | INR 11,000 each | INR 98,200 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Horticulture | 4 years (8 semesters) | INR 21,200 | INR 11,000 each | INR 98,200 |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | 4 years (8 semesters) | INR 21,200 | INR 11,000 each | INR 98,200 |
| M.Sc (all 22 specializations) | 2 years (4 semesters) | INR 6,110 | INR 6,110 each | INR 24,440 |
| M.Tech (all 4 specializations) | 2 years (4 semesters) | INR 6,110 | INR 6,110 each | INR 24,440 |
| Ph.D (all 25 disciplines) | Minimum 3 years (6 semesters) | INR 29,800 | INR 6,000 each | INR 59,800 (minimum) |
M.Sc specializations span both agriculture and horticulture streams, including Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Statistics, Pharmaceuticals in Soil, Floriculture and Landscaping, Fruit and Orchard Management, and Post-harvest Technology, among others.
Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students at INR 1,610 to INR 1,642 per month (INR 19,320 to INR 19,704 per year). The extremely low hostel charge is a feature of BCKV’s fully residential government campus model.
BCKV Admission Process
B.Sc Agriculture and Horticulture Admission
Admission to B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture and B.Sc (Hons.) Horticulture at BCKV is through two routes. 25% of seats are filled through the ICAR AIEEA UG (All India Entrance Examination for Admission to Agricultural Universities) conducted by ICAR, New Delhi. The remaining 75% of seats are filled through West Bengal state counselling based on Class 12 marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics/Agriculture.
Eligibility for B.Sc Agriculture requires Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Agriculture, with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). BCKV has an annual UG intake across its three undergraduate programmes.
B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Admission
B.Tech Agricultural Engineering admission is through WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) and/or ICAR AIEEA UG. Eligibility requires Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 60% marks.
M.Sc and M.Tech Admission
PG admissions use ICAR AIEEA PG (25% ICAR National Talent Scholarship quota) and BCKV’s own REFET (Research Entrance cum Fellowship Eligibility Test) for state quota seats. Eligibility requires a B.Sc Agriculture or related degree with minimum 60% marks for M.Sc Agriculture. Qualified ICAR PG scholarship holders are admitted on merit in the ICAR quota and receive a fellowship stipend.
Ph.D Admission
Ph.D admissions are conducted twice yearly through the BCKV REFET or national fellowship qualifications (ICAR SRF/NET, CSIR-NET). Candidates with a valid ICAR SRF or national fellowship receive priority. Final selection is based on interview conducted by the respective department.
BCKV Placements and Career Outcomes
As per NIRF 2025 data submitted by BCKV, 72 UG graduates were placed with a median salary of INR 4.8 LPA. Among PG graduates, 58 M.Sc students were placed with a median salary of INR 6.95 LPA. Highest packages in the campus drive cycle have reached up to INR 10 LPA. Key recruiting companies include Syngenta, Bayer, UPL, and Tata.
| Programme | Graduates Placed (2025) | Median CTC |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc Agriculture and Horticulture | 72 | INR 4.8 LPA |
| M.Sc (Agriculture streams) | 58 | INR 6.95 LPA |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) | Included in UG total | INR 4.8 LPA |
Career outcomes for BCKV graduates extend well beyond conventional placement data. A large share of B.Sc Agriculture graduates appear for state government agriculture officer and rural development exams (WBCS, NABARD Grade A, West Bengal Agriculture Service). M.Sc and Ph.D graduates pursue ICAR research fellowships, teaching positions at agricultural colleges, and R&D roles at agri-input companies. The university’s ICAR accreditation and proximity to multiple ICAR regional research stations in West Bengal facilitates research career placements.
BCKV Rankings
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Agriculture and Allied Sectors | 16 | 57.64 |
BCKV was ranked #16 in NIRF 2025 in the Agriculture and Allied Sectors category, with a score of 57.64. It was ranked #13 in NIRF 2024, showing a slight shift in the 2025 cycle. The strongest performance dimension is Governance and Outreach (score 81.65), while Research and Professional Collaborative Practices (35.94) represents a lower scoring area. BCKV is one of two agriculture universities in West Bengal with NIRF representation, alongside Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya.
BCKV Scholarships
BCKV students can access scholarships through ICAR, state government, and central government channels. Students admitted through the ICAR AIEEA merit list are eligible for ICAR National Talent Scholarships for the duration of the UG programme, subject to maintaining academic performance.
| Scheme | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ICAR National Talent Scholarship (UG) | Top-merit ICAR AIEEA UG qualifiers admitted to BCKV | INR 2,000 per month for B.Sc Agriculture and Horticulture students |
| ICAR PG Fellowship (M.Sc) | ICAR AIEEA PG merit quota students | INR 8,640 per month during M.Sc programme |
| NSP Post Matric Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC students meeting income criteria | Maintenance allowance and fee component via NSP portal |
| WB Minority/Minority Scholarship | Minority category students, WB domicile | As per WB government annual notification |
ICAR PG scholarship holders at BCKV also benefit from research funding opportunities through ICAR-funded projects in the respective department. Ph.D scholars with national fellowships (ICAR SRF, CSIR, DST INSPIRE) carry their fellowship stipend into the programme, which covers both fees and living expenses at BCKV’s low residential cost structure.
BCKV Campus and Infrastructure
BCKV is a fully residential campus in Mohanpur, Nadia, West Bengal. The main campus in Mohanpur houses all three faculties (Agriculture, Horticulture, and Agricultural Engineering), the Central Library (a four-storey building with 5,575 sq. m. of floor space, inaugurated in 1980), and separate hostel blocks for male and female students. Research stations at Burdwan and Susunia (Bankura) extend the university’s agroclimatic coverage.
The Faculty of Horticulture was established in 1996 and operates from dedicated greenhouses and field demonstration plots. The Agricultural Engineering faculty has workshops and machinery test facilities. Faculty strength stands at 214 members across all three faculties.
The fully residential model means students on campus benefit from the extremely affordable hostel charges of INR 1,610 to INR 1,642 per month. Mohanpur is located 60 km north of Kolkata, with rail connectivity from Shantipur and road access from Kalyani.
BCKV vs UBKV vs OUAT
BCKV competes for ICAR AIEEA and state agriculture entrance candidates alongside other eastern India state agricultural universities. UBKV (Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Cooch Behar) is the other WB agriculture university. OUAT (Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar) is the nearest comparable institution from the adjacent eastern state.
| Parameter | BCKV, West Bengal | UBKV, West Bengal | OUAT, Odisha |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1974 | 1974 | 1962 |
| NIRF Agriculture 2025 | 16 (score 57.64) | Not in top 20 | Not in top 20 |
| Location | Mohanpur, Nadia, WB | Pundibari, Cooch Behar, WB | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Admission | ICAR AIEEA and WBJEE | ICAR AIEEA and WB state | ICAR AIEEA and Odisha JEE |
| B.Sc Agriculture Total Fee | INR 98,200 (4 years) | Comparable state rates | Comparable state rates |
| Hostel (per month) | INR 1,610 to INR 1,642 | Low residential rates | Low residential rates |
| Faculty Count | 214 | Smaller faculty | Larger faculty |
BCKV’s NIRF #16 ranking in Agriculture 2025 gives it a measurable national positioning advantage over UBKV and OUAT, which do not appear in the NIRF Agriculture top 20 for 2025. For a WB student who qualifies in ICAR AIEEA, BCKV offers a better ranked option within the state. UBKV in North Bengal (Cooch Behar) is preferred by students from the Jalpaiguri, Darjeeling, or Cooch Behar districts due to proximity. OUAT in Bhubaneswar attracts Odisha state students who may also appear for BCKV through ICAR quota.
BCKV FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of BCKV?
Ans. BCKV is ranked 16th in NIRF 2025 Agriculture and Allied Sectors category with an overall score of 57.64. It was ranked 13th in NIRF 2024. BCKV is one of two NIRF-ranked agricultural universities in West Bengal.
Ques. What is the admission process for B.Sc Agriculture at BCKV?
Ans. B.Sc Agriculture at BCKV admits students through two routes: 25% of seats are filled through ICAR AIEEA UG (All India Entrance Examination conducted by ICAR) and the remaining 75% through West Bengal state counselling based on Class 12 marks in PCB/Agriculture. The next ICAR AIEEA UG 2027 registration is expected in February to March 2027.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Sc Agriculture at BCKV?
Ans. The total fee for B.Sc Agriculture at BCKV is INR 98,200 for 4 years (8 semesters). The first semester carries a fee of INR 21,200 including one-time admission charges. Subsequent semesters are INR 11,000 each. Hostel accommodation is available from INR 1,610 per month, making the total cost of attendance very affordable.
Ques. What is the ICAR National Talent Scholarship at BCKV?
Ans. Students admitted to BCKV through the ICAR AIEEA UG merit list are eligible for ICAR National Talent Scholarships of INR 2,000 per month for the duration of the B.Sc Agriculture or Horticulture programme. ICAR AIEEA PG merit students receive a fellowship of INR 8,640 per month during M.Sc. Both are subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Ques. What are the career outcomes for BCKV graduates?
Ans. BCKV NIRF 2025 data shows 72 UG graduates placed at a median salary of INR 4.8 LPA and 58 PG graduates placed at INR 6.95 LPA. Key recruiters include Syngenta, Bayer, UPL, and Tata. Beyond campus placement, a significant share of graduates appear for state government agriculture services (WBCS, NABARD, West Bengal Agriculture Service) and ICAR research positions.
Ques. Does BCKV offer M.Sc and Ph.D in agriculture?
Ans. Yes. BCKV offers M.Sc in 22 specializations including Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Economics, Soil Science, Floriculture, Post-harvest Technology, and others. M.Tech is available in 4 specializations. Ph.D is offered across 25 disciplines. Total M.Sc fee is INR 24,440 for 2 years.
Ques. Is hostel available at BCKV?
Ans. Yes. BCKV is a fully residential campus in Mohanpur, Nadia. Hostel accommodation is available for both male and female students at INR 1,610 to INR 1,642 per month. The campus location in Mohanpur is 60 km from Kolkata, with rail connectivity from Shantipur and road access from Kalyani.
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For BSc (Hons) Agriculture admission at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV) for 2026-27, there is no confirmed date yet; the university has not released its UG admission notification for that cycle. In 2025, the online application opened on 28 May and closed on 16 June, according to their official admission notification
BCKV B.Tech Agricultural Engineering is offered as 4 Years full-time program, with a total intake of 32 seats. The total fees for BCKV B.Tech Agricultural Engineering in 2025 are INR 1.17 Lakhs for the complete course duration. The candidate must have passed the higher secondary exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 50% marks for general candidates and 40% for the reserved category candidates. The admisisons are based on the valid score in WBJEE.
With 70 marks in WBJEE 2025, you can expect a mid-to-lower rank, which may allow CSE/IT seats in private or less competitive colleges in Kolkata and nearby West Bengal, like IEM Kolkata, Heritage Institute of Technology, Techno India Salt Lake, and other affiliated colleges. Government colleges (JU, CU) CSE are very tough, with much higher cutoffs
The application form for B.Sc Agriculture at Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya for the 2025–26 session was released around late May 2025. Online applications were available through the official website, and students had to apply within the given deadline. For 2026, forms are expected around April–May.
The total fee charged by BCKV for its B.Tech. course is INR Twenty Four thousand Four hundred eighty. The per year fee of the course is INR Six thousand one hundred twenty.
The per year fee of BCKV Mohanpur B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering is INR Six thousand one hundred twenty. The total fee of the course is INR Twenty four thousand four hundred eighty.
Bidhan Chandra Krishi University is a Public Government Institute. The Institute has been accredited by ICAR and has been affiliated with UGC and AIU. The campus is located at Mohanpur, West Bengal.
In order to secure admission to B.Sc. Agriculture in BCKV Mohanpur, you need to appear for WBJEE Examination (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) and have to secure the required scores as per the cutoff.
BCKV Mohanpur offers admission to the B.Sc. Agriculture only on the basis of marks secured in the WBJEE Examination. There are no merit based admissions available for the course.
Undergraduate courses for B.Sc. (Hons.) and B.Tech are available at BCKV. The university offers M.Tech and M.Sc. courses at the postgraduate level. The institution also offers doctorate-level Ph.D. programmes in a number of fields. A valid West Bengal Joint Entrance Exam score is required for admission to the B.Tech programme (WBJEE). Candidates for the B.Sc. (H) are chosen for shortlisting based on merit. For applicants to M.Tech, M.Sc., and Ph.D. programmes, the university's entrance exam scores determine the candidates who move on to the next round of interviews, which are held for the shortlisted individuals.
BCKV Mohanpur BTech admissions are based on WBJEE Score/ JEE Main Score. For B.Sc (H) candidates are shortlisted on the basis of merit. For those applying to M.Tech, M.Sc, and Ph.D. courses, the selection process is based on the marks obtained in an entrance examination conducted by the university followed by a round of interviews conducted by the university for the shortlisted candidates. Application forms for all the courses can be filled out online through the official website of BCKV.
You need to have passed 12th with 50% or more for general category and 40% for reseved category to be eligible for admission at BCKV Mohanpur.
I want to pursue MSC in floriculture?
You need to appear for University conducted Entrance Exam followed by an interview round for taking admission to M.Sc. Floriculture.
Undergraduate students are admitted via WBJEE. Students get admitted to B.Sc. degrees based on their 10+2 marks. Admission to Postgraduate courses is based on WBUT-PGET. The admission process will begin in December 2023.
No, you will not be admitted through the CUET exam. You must clear the WBJEE entrance exam for the admission
Students who have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with minimum 50% marks can apply for Bsc Agriculture without any enterance examination. The admission process will start in December 2023
Admission to B.Sc Agriculture will be based on WBJEE entrance test which will be held in April 30th 2023.
Yes, WBJEE is a necessary entrance exam required for admission to various courses at BCKV Mohanpur like B.tech and B.Sc.
There are various government job scopes after B.Sc and M.Sc Agriculture like Agriculture Junior Engineer, Forest Officer, Field Officer, Development officer, technologist and researchers, etc.
You have to apply for the WBJEE examination and pass it with qualifying scores. Only then you can apply for admission to B.Sc. Agriculture in BCKV Mohanpur.