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The table mentioned below provides all the key information about Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus Area | 1200 acres |
| Programme Level | Undergraduate Programmes, Postgraduate Programmes, PhD Programmes |
| Admission Process | Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur conducts admissions through various national and state-level entrance examinations including ICAR AIEEA (Indian Council of Agricultural Research All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture), which is the primary entrance test for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in agriculture and allied sciences. The admission process is highly competitive and merit-based, ensuring that the most deserving candidates are selected for various programmes offered by the university. Candidates are required to meet specific eligibility criteria including minimum educational qualifications and age requirements as prescribed by ICAR and the university for different programmes. |
| Nirf Ranking 2025 | Rank 28, NIRF Agriculture 2025 |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Average Package | Rs. 4.50 LPA |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Highest Package | Rs. 12.00 LPA |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Top Recruiters | IFFCO, National Seeds Corporation, Bayer CropScience, Syngenta India, UPL Limited, ITC Limited, Godrej Agrovet |
| Top Courses Offered | B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, M.Sc. Agriculture, PhD in Agricultural Sciences |
| Type Of Institution | Central |
| Qs University Ranking | Not Ranked |
Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur has established strategic partnerships with several international agricultural research institutions and universities to foster academic exchange, collaborative research, and technology transfer. The university collaborates with the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Philippines, for advanced rice breeding research and germplasm exchange. Partnership agreements exist with agricultural universities in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka under the SAARC Agricultural Centre framework, facilitating regional cooperation in agricultural education and research. The university maintains research linkages with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) for dryland agriculture improvement. Collaborations with CGIAR centers including the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) and WorldFish Center support capacity building and technology development. The institution has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with universities in the United States, including land-grant universities, for faculty exchange programmes and joint research initiatives in sustainable agriculture, precision farming, and climate-resilient crop development.
International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) (Exposure to cutting-edge agricultural research methodologies, advanced laboratory techniques, financial support through ICAR fellowships)
Agricultural universities in Bangladesh (Academic exchange, collaborative research, technology transfer)
Agricultural universities in Nepal (Academic exchange, collaborative research, technology transfer)
Agricultural universities in Sri Lanka (Academic exchange, collaborative research, technology transfer)
International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) (Research internships, exposure to global perspectives on agricultural challenges)
International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) (Research internships, technology transfer, joint publication initiatives)
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Dr Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur, Pusa, Samastipur District, Bihar - 848125, India

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