Agriculture University, Jodhpur

Agriculture University, Jodhpur, established in 2013, is a State Public University located in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The university was carved out of the erstwhile Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, to cater specifically to the agricultural education and research needs of the western arid zones of Rajasthan. Recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Agriculture University, Jodhpur stands as a premier institution dedicated to advancing agricultural sciences and allied sectors. The university holds significant importance in addressing the unique challenges of agriculture in arid and semi-arid regions through innovative research, quality education, and effective extension services. Agriculture University, Jodhpur offers a comprehensive range of programmes across Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels in various disciplines including Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Home Science, Forestry, and allied sciences. The institution admits students primarily through ICAR AIEEA (All India Entrance Examination for Admission) for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, whilst PhD admissions are conducted through university-level entrance examinations. With a strong focus on dryland agriculture, the university has established itself as a centre of excellence for research in crop improvement, water management, soil conservation, and sustainable farming practices suited to the challenging climatic conditions of western Rajasthan.