About Doon (PG) College of Agriculture Science and Technology
DCAST is a private college at Selaqui on the western edge of Dehradun, affiliated to HNB Garhwal University, best known for agriculture and forestry along with science, management, computer and teacher-training programmes.
Doon (PG) College of Agriculture Science and Technology, usually called DCAST, was set up in 2000 at Camp Road, Selaqui, in Dehradun district. It is a privately run college affiliated to Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University. Its largest programme is the B.Sc in Agriculture, and it also teaches forestry, general science, BBA, BCA, BA and a B.Ed course recognised by NCTE. At the postgraduate level it lists MA, M.Sc and MBA seats. The campus has separate hostels for boys and girls, labs, a library, transport and sports facilities. Students from the hill districts and western Uttar Pradesh often look at it for farm-science careers.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 3 yrs | 40 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | 3 yrs | 60 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | 3 yrs | 60 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | — | 100 | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 3 yrs | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture | Full-time | — | 160 | — | — |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | 30 | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | 30 | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | 30 | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
Candidates apply to the college with their Class 12 or graduation marks and the required documents. Undergraduate seats are filled mainly on merit, while some programmes use a test held by the college followed by counselling. Selected students confirm their seat after document verification and fee payment.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Bachelor of Science in Agriculture: Studying in: Class 12; At least 50% marks in Class 12; at least three of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (Agriculture may count); minimum age 16 as on 31 August of admission year
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Hostel (boys)
- Hostel (girls)
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
- Transport
- Cafeteria
- Wi-Fi
- Medical
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Other colleges in Dehradun
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
Maya Devi University
Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University
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Frequently asked questions
Which university is DCAST affiliated to?
It is an affiliated college of Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University.
Where is DCAST located?
On Camp Road at Selaqui, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248011.
Does DCAST have hostels?
Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls are listed.
Is the B.Ed course recognised?
The college lists NCTE approval for its B.Ed programme.
Sources
This page is being re-verified. Please confirm details on the official website.
Information verified on 24 Oct 2026
- DCAST Dehradun - Careers360 · Editorial, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Doon Group of Colleges, Dehradun - Home · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- Doon (P.G.) College of Agriculture Science & Technology - Doon Group · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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