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Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) is a state agricultural university established on March 29, 1968, named after the great social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. Operational since 1969, the university is recognised by UGC, ICAR, and AIU. It is one of the four state agricultural universities of Maharashtra and serves as the apex agricultural education institution for 10 districts of western Maharashtra, including Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Satara, Sangli, and Kolhapur.
The university’s main campus is at Rahuri, Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. The MPKV campus spans a total of 4,762 hectares, of which over 3,739 hectares are dedicated to agricultural farm research, making it one of the largest agricultural university campuses in India by land area.
- Undergraduate programmes: BSc Hons in Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, and Agriculture Business Management. BTech in Agricultural Engineering, Food Technology, and Biotechnology.
- Postgraduate programmes: MSc in over 21 agricultural disciplines including Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, and Agricultural Economics. MTech in Agricultural Engineering disciplines.
- Doctoral programmes: PhD in 18 agriculture and 4 engineering disciplines.
- Constituent colleges: 15 colleges across western Maharashtra, including 8 Colleges of Agriculture, 2 Agricultural Engineering colleges, 2 Horticulture colleges, and colleges of Agri Business Management and Food Technology.
Total fees for the BSc Agriculture programme are INR 86,900. BTech Agricultural Engineering fees are also INR 86,900. BSc Animal Husbandry fees are INR 1,80,000 and BSc Agri Business Management fees are INR 2,40,000.
MPKV Admission Dates 2026
UG admissions to MPKV and its constituent colleges are conducted through the Maharashtra Agriculture Centralised Admission Process (CAP), administered by MAHACET Cell. ICAR controls an additional 15% quota through its AIEEA UG examination administered by NTA.
| Admission Event | Date / Status (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| MHT-CET Agriculture 2026 Exam | April to May 2026 |
| MHT-CET Agriculture 2026 Result | June 2026 |
| ICAR AIEEA UG 2026 Exam | June 2026 |
| MPKV CAP Online Registration | June to July 2026 |
| Merit List Release | July 2026 |
| CAP Round 1 Allotment | July to August 2026 |
| CAP Round 2 and Spot Admission | August to October 2026 |
| Academic Session Begins | August 2026 |
PG admissions are held separately after MPKV’s own post-graduate entrance test and interview process, typically in July to August each year. The table below shows the exam routes for each programme level.
| Programme | Exam Route | Quota |
|---|---|---|
| BSc Agriculture / Horticulture / Animal Husbandry | MHT-CET Agriculture | 85% state quota |
| BSc Agriculture / Horticulture | ICAR AIEEA UG | 15% ICAR quota |
| BTech Agricultural Engineering / Food Technology / Biotechnology | MHT-CET (PCM) | State quota |
| BSc Agri Business Management | MHT-CET Agriculture + Group Discussion/Interview | State quota |
| MSc / MTech | ICAR PGS or MPKV PG Entrance Test | University allocation |
| PhD | UGC NET/JRF or ICAR SRF + Interview | University allocation |
MPKV Courses and Fees
MPKV offers programmes across agriculture, horticulture, animal husbandry, agricultural engineering, food technology, and agri-business management. Fees are regulated by the Government of Maharashtra for state-quota seats. Self-financing and management-quota seats carry higher fees.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Hons Agriculture | 4 years | Class XII PCB or PCM with 50% (40% SC/ST) + MHT-CET | INR 86,900 |
| BSc Hons Horticulture | 4 years | Class XII PCB with 50% + MHT-CET | INR 86,900 |
| BSc Hons Animal Husbandry | 4 years | Class XII PCB with 50% + MHT-CET | INR 1,80,000 |
| BSc Hons Agri Business Management | 4 years | Class XII with 50% + MHT-CET + GD/Interview | INR 2,40,000 |
| BTech Agricultural Engineering | 4 years | Class XII PCM with 50% + MHT-CET | INR 86,900 |
| BTech Food Technology | 4 years | Class XII PCM or PCB with 50% + MHT-CET | INR 86,900 |
| BTech Biotechnology | 4 years | Class XII PCB with 50% + MHT-CET | INR 86,900 |
| Diploma in Organic Agriculture | 1 year | BSc Agriculture or equivalent | INR 20,000 |
| MSc Agriculture | 2 years | BSc Agriculture with 60% marks | INR 33,100 |
| MSc Horticulture | 2 years | BSc Horticulture with 60% marks | INR 33,100 |
| MSc Agriculture Biotechnology | 2 years | BSc Agriculture or Life Sciences with 60% | INR 57,100 |
| MTech Agricultural Engineering | 2 years | BTech Agricultural Engineering with 60% | INR 33,100 |
| MBA Agriculture | 2 years | Any graduation with 50% marks | INR 1,17,100 |
| PhD (Agriculture, Engineering, Horticulture, Food Science, Forestry, and others) | 3 years minimum | PG with 60% + NET/JRF or SRF | INR 1,13,200 to 1,20,900 |
The university’s research focus is particularly strong in dryland farming, sugarcane cultivation, grape production, pomegranate research, and water-efficient irrigation technologies suited to western Maharashtra’s agro-climatic conditions. The Agri Business Management programme prepares graduates for corporate agriculture, commodity markets, and rural banking.
MPKV Admission Process
MPKV admissions follow a two-stream process: the Maharashtra state CAP for 85% of seats and the ICAR AIEEA quota for the remaining 15%.
UG Admission (BSc Agriculture / Horticulture / BTech Agricultural Engineering)
- Eligibility: Class XII from a recognised board with minimum 50% marks (40% for SC/ST). Science stream with PCB for Agriculture and Horticulture, PCM for Agricultural Engineering.
- Entrance Exam: Valid MHT-CET Agriculture score for state quota. Valid ICAR AIEEA UG score for ICAR quota.
- CAP registration is done through the MAHACET portal after MHT-CET results.
- Candidates indicate preference for MPKV constituent colleges and courses.
- Seat allotment is based on MHT-CET score, category, and MPKV allotment norms.
- Document verification and fee payment at the allotted college completes the admission process.
Typical MHT-CET cut-offs for BSc Agriculture at the College of Agriculture, Rahuri (flagship campus) are higher than peripheral colleges. Candidates from Maharashtra dominate the state quota, while the ICAR quota is open to students from any state.
PG Admission (MSc / MTech)
- Eligibility: BSc Agriculture or relevant UG degree with minimum 60% marks.
- Admission is through ICAR PGS (Post Graduate Scholarship) examination or the MPKV PG entrance test.
- ICAR JRF/SRF holders get priority consideration for research-focused seats.
PhD Admission
- Eligibility: MSc with 60% marks + UGC NET, ICAR JRF, or SRF qualification.
- The university invites PhD applications annually and conducts interviews before a Research Advisory Committee.
- PhD programmes are offered in 18 agriculture disciplines and 4 engineering disciplines.
MPKV Campus and Infrastructure
MPKV’s main campus at Rahuri, Ahmednagar covers a total area of 4,762 hectares. Of this, 3,739 hectares are dedicated to experimental and research farms covering crops like wheat, sugarcane, grapes, pomegranate, and various horticultural species. The remaining 1,022 hectares house academic buildings, laboratories, hostels, and administrative facilities.
The main Rahuri campus hosts the Post Graduate Institute, the College of Agricultural Engineering, and the university’s central research facilities including All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) centres. The AICRP centres at MPKV have won national-level Best Centre Awards, reflecting the university’s research standing in the ICAR system. A sports complex includes a cricket ground, basketball courts, volleyball and kho-kho grounds, badminton courts, a yoga hall, and a football ground.
Hostel facilities are available for 590 male and 432 female students on the main campus, along with a dedicated international students’ hostel with capacity for 18 students. Hostel fee goes up to INR 11,000 per year. The central library provides access to agricultural science journals, ICAR publications, and digital research databases.
MPKV vs Dr. PDKV Akola vs VNMKV Parbhani
Students applying to Maharashtra agricultural universities often compare MPKV Rahuri, Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (Dr. PDKV) Akola, and Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV) Parbhani. All three are state agricultural universities in Maharashtra with MHT-CET-based admissions and similar programme portfolios.
| Parameter | MPKV Rahuri | Dr. PDKV Akola | VNMKV Parbhani |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1968 | 1969 | 1972 |
| Jurisdiction | 10 western Maharashtra districts (Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, and others) | 6 Vidarbha districts (Amravati, Akola, Buldhana, Washim, Yavatmal, Wardha) | 8 Marathwada and north Maharashtra districts (Aurangabad, Latur, and others) |
| Campus Area (Main) | 4,762 hectares | 1,800+ hectares | 1,500+ hectares |
| Constituent Colleges | 15 | 10+ | 10+ |
| Admission Route | MHT-CET Agriculture + ICAR AIEEA | MHT-CET Agriculture + ICAR AIEEA | MHT-CET Agriculture + ICAR AIEEA |
| Flagship Crop Research | Sugarcane, Grapes, Pomegranate, Wheat | Cotton, Soybean, Tur (Pigeon Pea) | Sorghum, Sugarcane, Soybean |
MPKV is the best choice for students from western Maharashtra, particularly those targeting research in horticulture, viticulture (grapes), and sugarcane agronomy. Dr. PDKV suits Vidarbha-region students focusing on dry-land crops like cotton and soybean. VNMKV serves the Marathwada region with strengths in dryland and rain-fed agriculture.
MPKV FAQs
Ques. What is MPKV full form and where is it located?
Ans. MPKV stands for Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth. The main campus is located at Rahuri in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. The university’s jurisdiction covers 10 western Maharashtra districts including Pune, Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Satara, Sangli, and Kolhapur.
Ques. How do I get admission to MPKV?
Ans. Admission to MPKV undergraduate programmes is through MHT-CET Agriculture for the Maharashtra state quota (85% seats) and ICAR AIEEA UG for the ICAR quota (15% seats). You must register for MHT-CET Agriculture, appear in the exam, and then participate in the Maharashtra Agriculture CAP rounds through the MAHACET portal. Classes XII PCB or PCM marks and a valid entrance score are mandatory.
Ques. What are the fees for BSc Agriculture at MPKV?
Ans. Total fees for the BSc Agriculture programme at MPKV are INR 86,900 for the four-year duration (state-quota seats). BTech Agricultural Engineering carries the same total fee of INR 86,900. Self-financing and management-quota seats may have higher fees as per Maharashtra government norms.
Ques. Does MPKV have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, MPKV’s main campus at Rahuri has hostel facilities for 590 male and 432 female students. There is also an international students’ hostel with a capacity of 18 students. Hostel fees go up to INR 11,000 per year.
Ques. Which constituent colleges are under MPKV?
Ans. MPKV has 15 constituent colleges spread across western Maharashtra. These include the College of Agriculture at Pune, Dhule, Kolhapur, Karad, and Nandurbar, the College of Agricultural Engineering at Rahuri, Horticulture colleges, the College of Agri Business Management, the College of Food Technology, and the Post Graduate Institute at Rahuri.
Ques. Is MPKV a government university?
Ans. Yes, MPKV is a state government agricultural university established by the Maharashtra government in 1968. It is recognised by UGC, ICAR, and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). All fees and admission norms are regulated by the Government of Maharashtra.
Ques. What careers can I pursue after BSc Agriculture from MPKV?
Ans. Graduates of BSc Agriculture from MPKV can pursue careers in the agri-input industry (seeds, fertilisers, pesticides), banking and agriculture finance, government agricultural services (MPSC and UPSC for Agriculture Officer posts), food processing companies, commodity trading, NGOs working in rural development, and further studies through MSc Agriculture or MBA Agribusiness.
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Yes, for B.Sc. Agriculture at Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri, requires a common entrance score such as MHT CET (or other accepted exams like ICAR AIEEA) as part of the selection process, along with your 10+2 Science marks. This entrance test score is used in counselling and merit ranking for seats.
For UG agriculture courses (like B.Sc. Agriculture) through MHT CET / ICAR AIEEA, candidates need a 60–85 percentile for the General category, while SC/ST/OBC categories may get admission at a 45–65 percentile, depending on cutoff trends. Actual cutoffs vary each year based on rank, category, seat availability, and counseling rounds
B.Sc {Hons.} Agriculture at MPKV is a 3 Years Degree. The course is offered On Campus as a full-time program. MPKV B.Sc {Hons.} Agriculture First Year Fees is INR 24,450. Candidates must have at least 10+2 to be eligible for admission.
At Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, B.Sc. Agriculture graduates see median placement packages around INR 5-5.5 LPA in recent years, with variations based on industry demand and role. The highest on-campus offers have reached up to about INR 10 LPA, while many students also pursue higher studies or competitive exams instead of placements.
To get admission at Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeet, first check eligibility for the desired course. Apply through the official university admission portal or entrance exam if required. Submit the online application, upload documents, and pay fees. Shortlisted candidates attend counseling for seat allotment, and final admission is confirmed after document verification.
You can check here for the official website of the MKPV: https://mpkv.ac.in/
The admission process for B.Sc. Agriculture at Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) is open. Applicants are required to go through the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by the Maharashtra State Board, with cutoffs varying by category.
You can contact the college regarding the transfer admission at the Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV).
Students can apply for the courses online. Selection for M.Sc is done on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination. You must have done B.Sc degree or equivalent from a recognized university
Yes, when compared to other agricultural universities in India, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) has the largest percentage of international students. According to the 2021 NIRF rating, MPKV is ranked as one of the best agriculture colleges in Pune for the B.Sc. programme. It is also as one of the top colleges in Maharashtra for BE and B.Tech. programmes.
You can apply for admission to Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth M.Sc. on the basis of marks secured in the entrance examination conducted by the university.
You can directly contact MPKV Pune’s admission helpdesk at: 02426-243215 to know more on alternative ways for your query.
You may need to visit the MPKV Pune in offline mode to get the answer of your queries as there are no details available in online mode.
Why Brochure is not present?
MPKV does not release brochure. You can find all the details regarding admission, courses etc. on its official website.
Yes, MPKV Pune has sports facilities for both boys and girls. There are facilities of Table Tennis hall, cricket ground, football ground, kabaddi ground etc.
Bsc hons (agriculture) available?
MPKV Pune has B.Sc. Honors in Agriculture available for the students.
You can check the brochure at MPKV Pune Info page and navigate to “Download Brochure” option to get the brochure sent to your mail.
No, even for admission to Diploma in Agriculture, you need to have passed 10+2 with 55% or more to get admission.
To get admission to B.tech course in Agriculture, you need to have passed 10+2 with 55% or more. Diploma marks won’t be considered, however, if you have pursued 10+2, then you are good to go.