About Narayan Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Sasaram
Narayan Institute of Agricultural Sciences, set up in 2019 at Gopal Narayan Singh University, Jamuhar, teaches B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, Horticulture and Fisheries plus M.Sc and PhD.
Narayan Institute of Agricultural Sciences (NIAS) was set up in 2019 as the agriculture faculty of Gopal Narayan Singh University, a private university at Jamuhar near Sasaram in Rohtas district, Bihar. It says it follows the norms and syllabus laid down by ICAR. Its four-year undergraduate degrees are B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture and B.F.Sc in fisheries science, open to Class 12 students with at least 50% marks (40% for SC, ST and PwD). Two-year M.Sc courses cover agronomy, genetics and plant breeding, horticulture, plant pathology and entomology, and PhD research is offered in the same fields. The institute has laboratories and farms for practical training.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Agriculture | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
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
Applicants fill the online admission form on the university website. B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture needs Class 12 with mathematics, biology or agriculture and at least 50% marks (40% for SC, ST and PwD), and a minimum age of 16. M.Sc needs a four-year B.Sc (Ag) with the required OGPA, and PhD needs a relevant master's; the university also publishes entrance exam results.
Typical eligibility
- 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 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.
Facilities
- Labs
- Sports
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Frequently asked questions
When was NIAS set up?
In 2019, as the agriculture faculty of Gopal Narayan Singh University.
What is the eligibility for B.Sc Agriculture?
Class 12 with mathematics, biology or agriculture and at least 50% marks (40% for SC, ST and PwD).
Which M.Sc subjects are taught?
Agronomy, genetics and plant breeding, horticulture, plant pathology and entomology.
Does it follow ICAR norms?
The institute says it follows ICAR norms and syllabus.
Sources
Information verified on 24 Oct 2026
- Narayan Institute of Agricultural Sciences - GNSU · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - Gopal Narayan Singh University · Official site, accessed 24 Oct 2026
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