Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur

Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology (MPUAT), located in Udaipur, Rajasthan, is a prominent agricultural university dedicated to education, research, and extension services in the field of agriculture, veterinary science, and allied sectors.

Key Details about MPUAT, Udaipur:

• Established: 1999 (Originally started as Rajasthan Agricultural University in 1962)

• Type: State Agricultural University

• Chancellor: Governor of Rajasthan

• Vice-Chancellor: Dr. Ajit Kumar Karnataka (as of latest updates)

• Affiliation: Recognized by ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) and UGC.

Campuses & Colleges:

1. Main Campus: Udaipur

2. Constituent Colleges:

   • College of Agriculture, Udaipur

   • College of Technology & Engineering (Agriculture Engineering), Udaipur

   • College of Horticulture & Forestry, Udaipur

   • College of Home Science, Udaipur

   • College of Dairy & Food Science Technology, Udaipur

   • College of Veterinary & Animal Science, Udaipur (at Vallabhnagar)

   • College of Fisheries, Udaipur

Academic Programs Offered:

• Undergraduate (B.Sc./B.Tech):

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture

  • B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering)

  • B.Sc. (Home Science)

  • B.F.Sc. (Fisheries)

  • B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Veterinary Science)

• Postgraduate (M.Sc./M.Tech/Ph.D):

  • Various specializations in Agronomy, Horticulture, Soil Science, Animal Science, etc.

Research & Extension:

• Research Stations: Multiple KVKs (Krishi Vigyan Kendras) and research centers across Rajasthan.

• Focus Areas: Sustainable agriculture, crop improvement, animal husbandry, and rural development.

Admission Process:

• Admissions are based on Rajasthan JET (Joint Entrance Test) for UG courses and ICAR AIEEA for some programs.

• For veterinary courses, RPVT (Rajasthan Pre-Veterinary Test) is conducted.

Contact Information:

• Address: MPUAT, Udaipur, Rajasthan - 313001

• Website: www.mpuat.ac.in

• Phone: +91-294-2470101

MPUAT plays a crucial role in agricultural education and rural development in Rajasthan, contributing significantly to innovations in farming and allied sciences.