Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science & Technology of Kashmir, Srinagar

Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Science & Technology of Kashmir, Srinagar, commonly known as SKUAST-Kashmir, was established in 1982 under an Act of the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature. Located in Shalimar, Srinagar, this premier agricultural university serves as the apex body for agricultural education, research, and extension in the Kashmir valley. SKUAST-Kashmir is a Public State University recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The university has earned Rank 9 in the Agriculture category in NIRF 2025 rankings, establishing itself as one of India's leading agricultural universities. The institution is spread across a sprawling campus with multiple research stations across Kashmir valley, offering specialized education in agriculture, horticulture, veterinary sciences, fisheries, sericulture, and allied sciences. SKUAST-Kashmir offers comprehensive academic programmes including Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes across various faculties. The university admits students primarily through ICAR AIEEA (All India Entrance Examination for Admission) for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, along with entrance examinations conducted by the university itself for specific courses. With state-of-the-art research facilities, experimental farms, and dedicated faculty, SKUAST-Kashmir has made significant contributions to agricultural development in the region, particularly in temperate horticulture, saffron cultivation, walnut research, and livestock improvement. The university collaborates with national and international institutions to promote agricultural innovation and sustainable farming practices suited to the unique agro-climatic conditions of Kashmir.