Banda University of Agriculture and Technology - [BUAT], Banda
The Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT) is a state university located in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under the Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Act, 2010, with the aim of promoting education and research in agriculture, technology, and allied sciences.
Key Details about BUAT:
Location: Banda, Uttar Pradesh (around 200 km from Kanpur)
Establishment Year: 2010
Affiliation: Recognized by ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) and UGC (University Grants Commission)
Chancellor: Governor of Uttar Pradesh (ex-officio)
Vice-Chancellor: Appointed by the state government
Academic Programs Offered:
BUAT offers undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs in agriculture, technology, and related fields. Some key courses include:
Undergraduate (UG) Programs:
B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering)
B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture (4-year program)
B.Sc (Hons) Horticulture
Postgraduate (PG) Programs:
M.Sc (Agriculture) in various specializations (Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, etc.)
M.Tech (Agricultural Engineering)
MBA (Agribusiness)
Doctoral (Ph.D.) Programs:
Ph.D. in Agriculture and related disciplines.
Facilities & Infrastructure:
Research Farms for practical training in agriculture.
Laboratories for soil science, biotechnology, and agricultural engineering.
Library with academic resources.
Hostel facilities for students.
Admission Process:
Admission to UG programs is based on UPSEE (UPCET) or ICAR AIEEA scores.
For PG courses, candidates must qualify in ICAR PG Entrance Exam or university-based tests.
Ph.D. admissions are based on entrance exams and interviews.
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BUAT plays a significant role in agricultural education and research in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh. If you\'re interested in agriculture or agricultural engineering, it could be a good option for higher studies.
