About Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University at Pusa, Bihar, is a Government of India agricultural university offering UG, PG and PhD degrees.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University describes itself as an institution of national importance under the Government of India. Its main campus is at Pusa in Samastipur district, Bihar. It offers ten undergraduate degrees, including B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry and Community Science, and B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology and Food Technology. At PG level it offers about 32 master’s subjects, including two MBA programmes, and PhD in 22 subjects.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science Accepts: ICAR entrance examination |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Accepts: ICAR entrance examination |
Full-time | — | — | ₹52,325 | — 2025–26 |
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: ICAR entrance examination |
Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | — | — | ₹1,25,485 | — 2025–26 |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | ₹53,485 | — 2025–26 |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | ₹60,725 | — 2025–26 |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
Admission to degree programmes is through the competitive entrance examination conducted by ICAR. Candidates pay ₹10,000 at ICAR counselling and the rest at admission. For 2026-27 the university also published its own PG and PhD admission notice and a mop-up round.
Typical eligibility
- 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
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- 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
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Where these courses lead
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get admission to B.Sc Agriculture at RPCAU?
Seats are filled through the ICAR entrance examination and counselling.
What is the first-year fee for UG courses at RPCAU?
For 2025-26, most UG courses cost ₹52,325 in the first year for general and OBC students. B.Tech Biotechnology costs ₹1,02,325. Hostel charges are not included.
Does RPCAU offer an MBA?
Yes. It offers an MBA in Agribusiness Management and an MBA in Rural Management. The first-year fee for 2025-26 is ₹1,25,485.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Degree Programmes - RPCAU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Fee structure for different courses 2025-26 (Gen) · Official notice, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - RPCAU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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