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CSA Kanpur (CSAUA&T) Admission 2026 is conducted through the Uttar Pradesh Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test (UPCATET). UPCATET is jointly administered by Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology (NDUAT) for five UP agricultural universities including CSAUK. Admission to B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Tech, BFSc, and BVSc&AH at CSAUK is based on UPCATET rank through online centralised counselling.
An additional 15% of UG seats and 25% of PG seats at CSAUK are filled through the ICAR All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA) conducted by ICAR at the national level.
- UG Programmes (B.Sc Agriculture, B.Tech, BFSc): UPCATET UG exam conducted June 17, 2026. Result declared. UG counselling registration started June 26, 2026 at upcatetexam.org.
- BVSc&AH: Phase 1 seat allotment released July 6, 2026. Reporting deadline: July 8, 2026.
- PG Programmes (M.Sc, M.Tech, MBA): UPCATET PG exam conducted June 18, 2026. PG counselling registration expected July 27 to 30, 2026 (Tentative).
- UPCATET 2026 NEET-style qualifying cutoff: 20% aggregate marks for General/OBC candidates and 10% for SC/ST.
- UPCATET application fee: INR 1,250 for General/OBC; INR 1,050 for SC/ST candidates.
- Online counselling fee at upcatetexam.org: INR 500 (non-refundable).
- Candidates who qualify ICAR AIEEA may apply for ICAR quota seats (15% UG, 25% PG) at CSAUK independently of UPCATET counselling.
- No management quota operates at CSAUK. All admission is through UPCATET or ICAR AIEEA merit.
CSA Kanpur Admission Portal 2026: csauk.ac.in and upcatetexam.org
Direct Admission at CSAUK: CSAUK does not offer a management quota. All seats at CSAUK are filled through UPCATET rank-based online counselling or through ICAR AIEEA quota. No direct admission route is available.
CSAUK UG Admission 2026
CSA Kanpur UG admission covers B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology), BFSc (Fisheries), and BVSc&AH (Veterinary). All programmes are filled through UPCATET rank via online counselling at upcatetexam.org. BVSc&AH has a separate counselling schedule due to its 5-year duration and different seat matrix.
CSAUK UG Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UPCATET UG Exam | June 17, 2026 |
| UPCATET UG Result | June 24, 2026 |
| UG Counselling Registration (B.Sc Agriculture, B.Tech, BFSc) | June 26, 2026 onwards |
| BVSc&AH Phase 1 Registration and Choice Filling | July 2 to 3, 2026 |
| BVSc&AH Phase 1 Seat Allotment | July 6, 2026 |
| BVSc&AH Phase 1 Document Upload and Security Fee | July 6 to 7, 2026 |
| BVSc&AH Admission Reporting Deadline | July 7 to 8, 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | As per CSAUK academic calendar |
CSAUK UG Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology/Agriculture | 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engg, Food Technology) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
| BFSc (Fisheries Science) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Agriculture/Mathematics | 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
| BVSc&AH (Veterinary) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology | 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
As per Collegedunia Reviews, CSAUK Kanpur students praise the quality of farm-based practical training and research facilities. Reviewers appreciate the university’s strong ties with ICAR research institutions, which create internship and project opportunities for agriculture students.
CSAUK UG Selection Criteria 2026
Seats are allotted based on UPCATET rank, category, and course preference filled during online counselling at upcatetexam.org. The UPCATET qualifying aggregate cutoff is 20% for General/OBC and 10% for SC/ST.
- UPCATET conducts multiple counselling rounds (at least 3 for UG programmes) until all seats are filled.
- Reservation norms: SC (21%), ST (2%), OBC (27%), and EWS (10%) as per UP state government policy.
- 15% of UG seats at CSAUK are filled through ICAR AIEEA UG (All India quota). These seats are filled separately through ICAR counselling at icar.org.in.
- Candidates must upload documents (marksheets, caste certificate, UPCATET scorecard) and pay the security fee during the allotment window to confirm their seat.
As per the Quora Discussion on CSAUK admission, students recommend that aspirants focus on scoring well above the 20% UPCATET cutoff since rank determines which university and branch they get in the UP agriculture university system. CSAUK Kanpur is considered a preferred choice among the five participating universities due to its central location and research facilities.
Key insight: ICAR AIEEA is a separate national-level entrance exam distinct from UPCATET. Candidates who qualify both UPCATET and ICAR AIEEA can participate in ICAR quota counselling for the 15% UG seats at CSAUK independently. This doubles the chance of securing a seat at CSAUK for national-level aspirants.
How to Apply for UG at CSAUK?
- Register for UPCATET at upcatetexam.org. Pay INR 1,250 (General/OBC) or INR 1,050 (SC/ST) as the application fee.
- Appear in UPCATET on the scheduled exam date.
- After results, register for UPCATET online counselling at upcatetexam.org and pay the INR 500 counselling fee.
- Fill choices of university, programme, and branch during the choice-filling window. Include CSAUK Kanpur and preferred course.
- Check seat allotment results for each round. If allotted CSAUK, upload documents and pay the security fee within the deadline.
- Report to CSAUK Kanpur on the prescribed reporting date with original documents.
CSAUK PG Admission 2026
M.Sc, M.Tech, and MBA (Agri Business Management) admission at CSAUK is through UPCATET PG exam conducted June 18, 2026. An additional 25% of PG seats are reserved for ICAR AIEEA PG qualifiers. Counselling for PG begins after the UG counselling process concludes.
CSAUK PG Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| UPCATET PG Exam | June 18, 2026 |
| UPCATET PG Result | June 30, 2026 (Tentative) |
| PG Counselling Registration | July 27 to 30, 2026 (Tentative) |
| PG Seat Allotment | August 5, 2026 (Tentative) |
| PG Reporting to CSAUK | August 7 to 10, 2026 (Tentative) |
CSAUK PG Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Programme | Eligibility | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc (Agriculture, Horticulture, Home Science) | B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture or relevant bachelor’s degree | 55% (50% for SC/ST) |
| M.Tech (Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology) | B.Tech in relevant branch | 55% (50% for SC/ST) |
| MBA (Agri Business Management) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline | 55% (50% for SC/ST) |
| M.V.Sc | BVSc&AH from a recognised veterinary university | 55% (50% for SC/ST) |
How to Apply for PG at CSAUK?
- Register for UPCATET PG at upcatetexam.org during the application window. Pay the applicable fee.
- Appear in the PG exam on June 18, 2026.
- Register for PG counselling after results are declared. Pay the INR 500 counselling fee.
- Fill course and university choices. Report to CSAUK if allotted.
Scholarships at CSA Kanpur
CSAUK students may access UP government scholarships and ICAR fellowship programmes. Agriculture students receive priority under several central government schemes.
- ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) is available for postgraduate students pursuing M.Sc in agriculture disciplines based on ICAR AIEEA-PG scores.
- SC/ST and OBC students are eligible for UP state government Post-Matric Scholarship. Apply through the UP scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in).
- EWS students may apply for PM-YASASVI and other central welfare schemes.
- Meritorious students at CSAUK may avail scholarships from the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
CSA Kanpur Admission FAQs
Ques. Which entrance exam is needed for B.Sc Agriculture at CSAUK?
Ans. Admission to B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture at CSAUK Kanpur requires a valid UPCATET (UP Combined Agriculture and Technology Entrance Test) rank. UPCATET is conducted by Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology (NDUAT). Additionally, 15% of seats are filled through ICAR AIEEA UG rank.
Ques. What is the minimum marks required for UPCATET 2026?
Ans. The UPCATET qualifying cutoff is 20% aggregate marks for General and OBC candidates. SC and ST candidates need only 10% aggregate marks. However, the actual rank needed to secure a seat at CSAUK Kanpur depends on the competition each year.
Ques. What is the UPCATET application fee for CSAUK admission?
Ans. The UPCATET 2026 application fee is INR 1,250 for General and OBC category candidates. SC and ST category candidates pay INR 1,050. An additional INR 500 counselling fee is charged at the time of UPCATET online counselling registration.
Ques. Is there a management quota at CSAUK Kanpur?
Ans. No. CSAUK does not offer any management quota or direct admission pathway. All seats are filled exclusively through UPCATET rank-based counselling or ICAR AIEEA quota. Candidates must appear in one of these entrance exams.
Ques. What programmes does CSAUK Kanpur offer for UG admission?
Ans. CSAUK Kanpur offers the following UG programmes: B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture (4 years), B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering and Food Technology (4 years), BFSc in Fisheries Science (4 years), and BVSc and AH in Veterinary Science (5 years). All are filled through UPCATET counselling.
Ques. What is the ICAR quota and how to apply for it at CSAUK?
Ans. ICAR reserves 15% of UG seats and 25% of PG seats at CSAUK Kanpur for ICAR AIEEA qualifiers. Candidates who qualify ICAR AIEEA (conducted by ICAR at icar.org.in) can participate in ICAR counselling separately from UPCATET. This gives national-level aspirants a second chance to secure a seat at CSAUK.
Ques. When does CSAUK PG counselling start in 2026?
Ans. CSAUK PG counselling registration is expected from July 27 to 30, 2026 (Tentative), with seat allotment on August 5, 2026, and reporting from August 7 to 10, 2026. These dates are based on the UPCATET 2026 schedule published at upcatetexam.org.
Ques. Can final-year UG students apply for CSAUK admission?
Ans. Yes. Students appearing in their final year qualifying examination are eligible to register for UPCATET 2026. Provisional admission may be granted. Candidates must submit their final marksheet to CSAUK at the time of reporting and must meet the minimum eligibility percentage.
Ques. How many universities participate in UPCATET besides CSAUK?
Ans. Five Uttar Pradesh agricultural universities admit students through UPCATET: CSAUK Kanpur, NDUAT Ayodhya, SVPUAT Meerut, BUAT Banda, and their constituent colleges. Candidates fill a common choice form and are allotted seats across all five universities based on UPCATET rank and preference.
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