Question 1

Is a J&K domicile certificate mandatory for SKUAST Jammu admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A J&K or Ladakh domicile certificate is mandatory for general state quota seats at SKUAST Jammu. NRI and OCI candidates are exempt from this requirement but may apply only for the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme. Candidates from outside J&K can apply for the 15% ICAR All-India Quota seats.

Question 2

What is the SKUAST Jammu CET UG exam pattern?

Accepted Answer

The CET UG is a single offline OMR-based exam for all UG streams (Agriculture, Horticulture, B.V.Sc., B.Tech. programmes). Candidates attempt 180 multiple-choice questions in 3 hours, covering Physics (60 questions), Chemistry (60 questions), and a third section of Biology, Mathematics, or Agriculture (60 questions), depending on the programme applied for. The syllabus for each section follows the detailed unit-wise topics published in the official SKUAST-J CET Information Brochure, pitched at a Class 1112 level.

Question 3

What is the minimum eligibility for a B.Sc. Agriculture at SKUAST Jammu?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must have passed 10+2 with PCB, PCMB, or Agriculture with Science subjects. General category candidates need a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. Reserved category candidates need a minimum of 40% aggregate. Those appearing in the qualifying exam are also eligible to apply.

Question 4

Does SKUAST Jammu reserve seats under ICAR All-India Quota?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 15% of UG and PG seats are filled through the ICAR All-India Quota. These seats are open to candidates from across India without a J&K domicile requirement. ICAR-admitted students also receive monthly scholarships of INR 3,000 (UG) and INR 5,000 to INR 7,000 (PG).

Question 5

What is the application fee for SKUAST Jammu CET 2026?

Accepted Answer

The application fee is INR 2,000 for UG programmes and INR 2,500 for PG programmes. A late fee of INR 1,000 applies after the regular deadline. NRI and OCI applicants pay INR 8,000. An additional non-refundable counselling fee of INR 1,000 is required at the time of seat allotment.

Question 6

How many rounds of counselling does SKUAST Jammu conduct?

Accepted Answer

SKUAST Jammu conducts four rounds of counselling plus a mop-up round for UG admissions. PG admissions have three rounds plus a mop-up round. All counselling sessions are held at the SKUAST Jammu campus in Chatha, Jammu. Candidates must bring original documents and the non-refundable counselling fee of INR 1,000.

Question 7

What is the eligibility for M.Sc. Agriculture at SKUAST Jammu?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must hold a B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture or equivalent degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks. Selection is based on the SKUAST Jammu CET PG score combined with qualifying degree marks. The PG CET consists of 150 MCQ questions in 2.5 hours with -0.25 negative marking.

Question 8

Can NRI students apply to all programmes at SKUAST Jammu?

Accepted Answer

No. NRI and OCI candidates may apply only for the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme at SKUAST Jammu. They are not required to have a J&K domicile certificate. NRI applicants pay an application fee of INR 8,000. All other programmes are restricted to J&K or Ladakh domicile holders and ICAR quota candidates.

Question 9

What documents are required for SKUAST Jammu counselling?

Accepted Answer

Candidates must bring their original documents plus one set of attested copies. Required documents include the domicile or permanent resident certificate, birth certificate, Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and certificates, the CET admit card, and category certificate if applicable. A non-refundable counselling fee of INR 1,000 is also required.

Question 10

Is the SKUAST Jammu CET mandatory for Ph.D. admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes,Ph.D. admission at SKUAST Jammu requires SKUAST Jammu CET scores for itsPh.D. seats in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and other branches. Candidates must have a minimum of 65% marks in their M.Sc. or M.Tech. degree.

SKUAST Jammu, Jammu Students Profile

Comments

Are You Interested in this College?

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWS LETTER