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Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) is a state agricultural university established on 20 January 1987 by the Government of Madhya Pradesh, and now under the Chhattisgarh state government following the state’s formation in 2000. It is located at Krishak Nagar, Raipur, the capital of Chhattisgarh. IGKV is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) since 2018.
As per NIRF Agriculture Rankings 2025, IGKV is ranked 28th in India with a score of 50.60.
The campus covers 1,100 acres at Krishak Nagar, Raipur, and houses the main constituent colleges along with research farms and extension facilities. IGKV oversees 9 constituent colleges and 15 affiliated colleges across Chhattisgarh, covering agriculture, agricultural engineering, and horticulture.
- B.Sc Agriculture - 4 years, the flagship programme with the lowest fee structure under the state quota
- B.Sc Horticulture and B.Tech Agricultural Engineering and B.Tech Food Technology - 4 years each, offered as self-financed programmes
- M.Sc - 12+ agricultural specialisations including Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, Microbiology, and Agricultural Economics
- MBA (Agri-Business) - 2 years
- M.Tech - Agricultural Engineering, Soil and Water Engineering
- PhD - 20+ disciplines spanning agriculture, horticulture, and agri-engineering
B.Sc Agriculture total fees are INR 85,039 for 4 years (state quota). Self-financed programmes like B.Tech Agricultural Engineering and B.Tech Food Technology have fees of INR 4.04 Lakhs for 4 years. M.Sc programme fees are INR 46,128 for 2 years.
Students from SC, ST, and OBC categories are eligible for state and central government scholarship schemes including the PM Scholarship and National Scholarship Portal fellowships. ICAR-JRF scholarships support PG students selected through ICAR AIEEA PG.
IGKV graduates enter agricultural government services, extension education, agri-business, and research through national research institutes. Campus placement drives bring agri-companies and FMCG firms to the Raipur campus each year.
IGKV Admission Dates 2026
Admissions to IGKV for the 2026-27 academic session have concluded. Undergraduate admissions were conducted through CG PAT 2026 (state quota) and ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 (15% national quota). Postgraduate admissions used ICAR AIEEA PG 2026. The 2027-28 admission cycle opens with CG PAT 2027, expected in April to May 2027.
| Event (Concluded 2026 Cycle) | Programme | Period |
|---|---|---|
| CG PAT 2026 (Exam) | B.Sc Agriculture, B.Sc Horticulture, B.Tech Ag Engg | April to May 2026 |
| CG PAT 2026 Counselling | State quota UG seats | June to July 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 | 15% national quota seats | May 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 | M.Sc, M.Tech (national quota) | May to June 2026 |
| IGKV PG Entrance Test | M.Sc, MBA Agri-Business (state quota) | June 2026 |
| Classes Begin | All UG and PG programmes | July to August 2026 |
The table below shows the course-wise entrance exam accepted for the 2027-28 cycle (tentative).
| Course | Exam Accepted | Quota |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc Agriculture | CG PAT | 85% state + 15% ICAR AIEEA UG |
| B.Sc Horticulture | CG PAT or university merit | State quota + management |
| B.Tech Agricultural Engineering | CG PAT | 85% state + 15% ICAR AIEEA UG |
| B.Tech Food Technology | CG PAT or university merit | State quota + management |
| M.Sc (agriculture specialisations) | ICAR AIEEA PG or IGKV entrance | National + state quota |
| MBA Agri-Business | CAT / IGKV PG entrance | State quota |
| PhD | IGKV PhD Entrance Test or ICAR SRF | University level |
IGKV Courses and Fees
IGKV offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes exclusively in agricultural sciences and allied disciplines. Fee figures below are from the 2025 fee schedule. B.Sc Agriculture fees are under the state quota. Self-financed programme fees are significantly higher.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc Agriculture | 4 years (8 semesters) | 10+2 with PCB/PCM (Agriculture), min 50% | INR 85,039 |
| B.Sc Horticulture | 4 years (8 semesters) | 10+2 with PCB/PCM (Agriculture), min 50% | INR 4.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Agricultural Engineering | 4 years (8 semesters) | 10+2 with PCM, min 50% | INR 4.04 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Food Technology | 4 years (8 semesters) | 10+2 with PCM/PCB, min 50% | INR 4.04 Lakhs |
| MBA Agri-Business | 2 years (4 semesters) | Bachelor’s degree with 50% | INR 1.44 Lakhs |
| M.Sc (Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, Horticulture, and others) | 2 years (4 semesters) | B.Sc Agriculture or relevant B.Sc with 60% | INR 46,128 |
| M.Tech Agricultural Engineering | 2 years (4 semesters) | B.Tech Agricultural Engineering with 60% | INR 61,700 |
| PhD (Agriculture and Allied Sciences) | Minimum 3 years | M.Sc in relevant discipline with 60% | INR 1.00 to 2.61 Lakhs (total tenure) |
Notable specialisations include M.Sc Agro-meteorology, M.Sc Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, and M.Sc Floriculture and Landscaping - disciplines that reflect IGKV’s research strengths in Chhattisgarh’s agro-climatic diversity. The hostel fee ranges from INR 7,335 to INR 13,087 per year for both the Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel on campus.
IGKV Admission Process
IGKV follows a dual-stream admission process: the state quota (85% of UG seats) is filled through CG PAT conducted by the Chhattisgarh Professional Examination Board, and the national quota (15% of UG seats) is filled through ICAR AIEEA conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
B.Sc Agriculture and B.Tech Admission (UG)
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Agriculture with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Age 17 to 22 years (relaxation for reserved categories).
- State quota: CG PAT is a state-level entrance exam. Candidates register on the CGPEB portal, appear for the exam, then attend centralised online counselling for seat allocation.
- National quota: ICAR AIEEA UG is conducted by NTA. Qualified candidates apply to IGKV through ICAR counselling for 15% seats.
- Document verification: Conducted at constituent college after allotment.
M.Sc Admission (PG)
- Eligibility: B.Sc Agriculture or relevant B.Sc with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories).
- National quota: ICAR AIEEA PG (conducted by NTA) allocates 25% seats with ICAR-JRF scholarships.
- State quota: IGKV conducts its own PG entrance test for the remaining seats. Admission is merit-based on the combined entrance score.
MBA Agri-Business and PhD Admission
MBA Agri-Business admission uses CAT or the university’s own entrance test. PhD admissions are through the IGKV PhD entrance examination. Candidates with ICAR-SRF or DST fellowships may be directly admitted after an interview before the departmental selection committee.
IGKV Placements and Career Outcomes
IGKV operates a placement cell that facilitates campus recruitment drives for final-year B.Sc Agriculture, B.Tech, and MBA Agri-Business students. Recruiters include agri-input companies, FMCGs, seed companies, banks (for agricultural officer posts), and state government departments.
Government service is the most common career pathway for IGKV B.Sc Agriculture graduates. State Agriculture Department of Chhattisgarh, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), and ICAR research stations are prominent employers. M.Sc graduates typically join ICAR institutes, state agricultural research stations, or pursue PhD fellowships.
| Career Pathway | Common Roles | Recruiters / Organisations |
|---|---|---|
| Government Agriculture Services | Agriculture Development Officer, Extension Officer | CG State Agriculture Dept, NABARD, FCI |
| Agri-input and Seed Industry | Sales Officer, Territory Manager, Technical Officer | Mahyco, UPL, Bayer CropScience, Syngenta |
| Banking (Agriculture) | Agriculture Officer (IBPS SO) | State Bank of India, NABARD, cooperative banks |
| Research Institutions | Research Associate, Project Fellow | ICAR institutes, CRIDA, state agricultural universities |
| MBA Agri-Business | Agri-sales, logistics, commodity trading | ITC Agri, Ninjacart, BigBasket Agri, commodity exchanges |
IGKV does not publish an official placement report with CTC data in the manner of engineering or management colleges. Placement outcomes vary by department, year, and student initiative. Government examination preparation for posts like Agriculture Development Officer and NABARD officers is a strong parallel stream for most graduates.
IGKV Rankings
IGKV holds the 28th rank in NIRF Agriculture Rankings 2025 with an overall score of 50.60, making it one of the top 30 agricultural universities in India. The university’s strong graduation outcomes score (75.59 out of 100) reflects high degree completion rates across its programmes.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Agriculture and Allied Sectors | 28 | 50.60 |
| ICAR | Accreditation | Accredited (since 2018) | - |
IGKV Scholarships
IGKV students can access state and central government scholarship schemes based on category and merit. The most significant scholarship for IGKV’s PG students is the ICAR-JRF, which is awarded to top-ranked candidates in ICAR AIEEA PG and carries a monthly fellowship.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) | Top ICAR AIEEA PG rankers (25% national quota M.Sc seats) | INR 31,000 per month (stipend during M.Sc) |
| ICAR Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) | PhD scholars selected through ICAR AIEEA PG | INR 35,000 per month (stipend during PhD) |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) - PM-USP | SC/ST/OBC/EWS students with family income below eligibility | Partial fee reimbursement per UGC norms |
| CG State Government Scholarship | SC/ST/OBC students in state quota seats | As per CG Social Welfare Department notification |
IGKV Campus and Infrastructure
The IGKV main campus at Krishak Nagar, Raipur, covers 1,100 acres of land housing the main administrative complex, constituent colleges, research farms, greenhouses, and experimental fields. The location within Raipur city gives students easy access to the state capital’s urban infrastructure while being surrounded by research-grade agricultural land.
Campus facilities include a central library, computer laboratories, agricultural machinery parks, seed processing facilities, and student hostels. The Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel are available on campus, with fees ranging from INR 7,335 to INR 13,087 per year. IGKV’s extension education network covers all districts of Chhattisgarh through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) associated with its constituent colleges.
IGKV’s research farms and experimental stations across Chhattisgarh’s varied agro-climatic zones provide practical training infrastructure. The university’s focus on rice cultivation research is particularly relevant given Chhattisgarh’s identity as the "Rice Bowl of India."
IGKV vs JNKVV vs MPKV
Students from central India considering state agricultural universities typically compare IGKV with Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (JNKVV) in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, and Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) in Rahuri, Maharashtra. All three are ICAR-accredited state agricultural universities serving aspirants who clear CG PAT, MP PAT, and MH-CET Agriculture respectively.
| Parameter | IGKV (Raipur) | JNKVV (Jabalpur) | MPKV (Rahuri) |
|---|---|---|---|
| State | Chhattisgarh | Madhya Pradesh | Maharashtra |
| Established | 1987 | 1964 | 1969 |
| NIRF Agriculture 2025 | Rank 28 | Ranked (top 40) | Ranked |
| ICAR Accreditation | Yes (2018) | Yes | Yes |
| Flagship Programme | B.Sc Agriculture (4 years) | B.Sc Agriculture (4 years) | B.Sc Agriculture (4 years) |
| Admission | CG PAT + ICAR AIEEA | MP PAT + ICAR AIEEA | MH-CET Agriculture + ICAR AIEEA |
| B.Sc Agriculture Fee | INR 85,039 (4 years) | State quota (comparable range) | State quota (comparable range) |
IGKV’s strength lies in rice and paddy research, reflecting Chhattisgarh’s agrarian profile. JNKVV Jabalpur is older and has a broader programme range including forestry and veterinary sciences. MPKV Rahuri is a leading university in horticultural research, especially grape and pomegranate cultivation. State domicile determines which university is the primary choice for most aspirants.
IGKV FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of IGKV?
Ans. As per NIRF Agriculture Rankings 2025, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV) Raipur is ranked 28th in India with a score of 50.60. The university is ICAR-accredited since 2018, making it one of the accredited state agricultural universities in central India.
Ques. What exam is needed for admission to IGKV?
Ans. For UG admissions at IGKV, candidates from Chhattisgarh appear for CG PAT (Chhattisgarh Pre Agriculture Test, conducted by CGPEB) to compete for 85% state quota seats. The remaining 15% seats (national quota) are filled through ICAR AIEEA UG conducted by NTA. For M.Sc admissions, ICAR AIEEA PG (for national quota with JRF fellowships) and IGKV’s own PG entrance test (for state quota) are accepted.
Ques. What is the fee for B.Sc Agriculture at IGKV?
Ans. The total fee for B.Sc Agriculture at IGKV under the state quota is INR 85,039 for 4 years (8 semesters) as per the 2025 fee schedule. This is a subsidised fee for a state government agricultural university. Self-financed programmes like B.Sc Horticulture, B.Tech Agricultural Engineering, and B.Tech Food Technology have total fees of INR 4.04 Lakhs for 4 years.
Ques. Is hostel available at IGKV Raipur?
Ans. Yes. IGKV has separate Boys Hostel and Girls Hostel on its main campus in Raipur. Hostel fees range from INR 7,335 to INR 13,087 per year. Since IGKV’s constituent colleges are spread across Chhattisgarh, hostel availability at affiliated colleges may vary.
Ques. What are the career prospects after B.Sc Agriculture from IGKV?
Ans. B.Sc Agriculture graduates from IGKV most commonly pursue government agriculture service posts (Agriculture Development Officer, NABARD officer, FCI officer) through state and central government examinations. Campus recruiters include agri-input companies (Mahyco, UPL, Bayer), seed companies, and cooperative banks. M.Sc and PhD graduates join ICAR research institutes, state agricultural universities, and agri-science companies. The university’s ICAR accreditation ensures graduates are recognised across all agricultural employer categories.
Ques. How many affiliated colleges does IGKV have?
Ans. IGKV oversees 9 constituent colleges and 15 affiliated colleges across Chhattisgarh. The affiliated colleges include 9 Agriculture colleges, 2 Agricultural Engineering colleges, and 4 Horticulture colleges, covering all major districts of the state. The main campus at Raipur houses the administrative hub and several constituent colleges.
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The candidates can apply for admissions by filling and submitting the complete online application form along with the required amount of processing fee and important documents before the last date. Candidate can log on to the following website and follow these steps:
Candidates are directed to submit the soft copies of the following documents along with application form:
The candidate seeking admission to 4 years full-time B.Sc program candidate should have obtained first division / 50% marks / equivalent grade at 10+2 level in the subjects of Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry/ biology/ biotechnology from Chhattisgarh board or any recognized board of school education in the country. Candidate must qualify the entrance test called as PAT.
At Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur, the annual tuition fee for undergraduate programmes like B.Sc or B.Tech can be around INR 85,000 to INR 1,01,000 per year as part of the full course fee structure. The hostel facility is available on campus and has a separate cost, ranging from about INR 7,000 to INR 13,000 per year (excluding mess charges). Hostels are provided for students with basic amenities, and you must pay the hostel fee along with hostel caution money during admission.
The admission process for the IGKV is mentioned below:
For B.Sc. Agriculture at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur, admissions are merit-based on 10+2 marks or entrance like CG-PAT/CG-CET rather than fixed cutoffs. Estimated closing ranks in ICAR UG counselling for Agriculture have ranged around 4000–9000 for the general category in recent years.
Candidates applying for UG courses need to fill out the application form for IGKV-PET/IGKV-PAT and create a unique ID and password credential. Candidates applying for PG and PhD courses need to fill out the application form for IGKV-CET and create a unique ID and password credential. The candidate’s online application will be considered provisional until all the required documents are submitted on the portal. Candidates will be updated about the counselling rounds through the official website of the university.
Admission for B.Sc Agriculture at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya for the 2026 session is expected to start in the first week of March 2026 through the online application portal. The last date to apply may be around 15 June 2026, and admission is based on the CG PAT entrance exam followed by counselling.
Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya - [IGKV], Raipur is located at Krishak Nagar, Raipur - 492012, Chhattisgarh, India
You can contact the Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya regarding the shift to open from the regular, the information regarding the shift in the mode of pursuing the course is not available online. You can also visit the admissions department for more information.
The candidate seeking admission to 4 years full-time B.Sc program candidate should have obtained first division / 50% marks / equivalent grade at 10+2 level in the subjects of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry/ biology/ biotechnology from Chhattisgarh board or any recognized board of school education in the country. Candidate must qualify for following the entrance test- PAT.
Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), also known as Indira Gandhi Agricultural University, located in Chhattisgarh, is a government university. It is a state agricultural university established by the Government of Chhattisgarh to provide education, research, and extension services in the field of agriculture and allied sciences
Yes, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya provides hostel accommodation. The fee per semester is INR 17,00 for the hostels. One room is shared by 2-4 students. The infrastructure and facilities are good at the Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya
Yes, IGKV Raipur offers PhD courses to the students. The PhD course is offered in the following specialisations:
yes, surely, other state students can also apply for admission to PhD course at IGKV Raipur.
No, IGKV does not offer any commerce course so you cannot take admission here with commerce background.
You need to apply for CG PAT at cgstate’s official website. And, register at CET’s official website for PG courses. And also appear for Pre-Engineering test for technical courses.
Fee structure?
The fee for the undergraduate and postgraduate courses can range from anywhere between INR 50,000 -INR 1,70,000 for the entire duration of the courses which includes various charges such as examination fees, tuition fees, registration fees, etc.
You can check for the management quota on the official website of the IGKV.
You can check here to know about the courses offered and fee structure. IGKV Courses and Fees
The fee for the Ph.D. in Soil and Water Engineering is INR 72,000 for the duration of 3 years which includes various charges such as college development fund, examination fees, security deposit, registration fees, mess charges, library charges, and other minimal charges.