BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26
Admission to Doctoral Degree Programme for the academic session 2025-26
Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya | P.O. Krishiviswavidyalaya, Mohanpur, Dist. Nadia, W.B. PIN-741 252
Introduction to BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26
Applications are invited from Indian citizens only for admission to the Doctoral Degree Programme of Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV) for the academic session **2025-26**. This is a **powerful** opportunity for eligible candidates to pursue advanced research in various disciplines. The official notification reference is A/Ph.D-12(Part-VII)/L-1077, dated 25/09/2025.
Interested candidates may apply for admission to the Doctoral Degree Programme through the Online Admission Portal (www.bckvadmission.in). All applicants are advised to visit the university website (www.bckv.edu.in) regularly for updates and to ensure they meet the specific eligibility requirements for the **BCKVV PhD Admission 2025-26** before applying.
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Important Dates for BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for submission of online application form | September 25, 2025 |
| Closing date for submission of online application form | October 10, 2025 |
| Closing date for correction/modification of application form | October 13, 2025 |
| Download admit card for Entrance Examination | October 14, 2025 onwards |
| Date of Entrance Examination | October 29, 2025 (Wednesday) |
| Publication of provisional merit list / Counselling Date | Will be notified on University Website (www.bckv.edu.in) later on. |
Eligibility Criteria for BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26
A candidate must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Doctoral Degree Programme. Meeting the eligibility for **BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26** is mandatory:
- **Academic Qualification:** Must possess a 4-year Bachelor Degree followed by a 2-year/4-Semester Master’s Degree in the relevant field (Agriculture / Horticulture / Agricultural Engineering) from a recognized University.
- **Discipline Choice:** A student can apply for admission in **only one discipline** in which the M.Sc./M.Tech. Degree was obtained.
- **OGPA Requirement (10.00 scale):**
- General, OBC, and EWS: minimum OGPA of **6.50** in both Bachelor and Master Degree exams.
- SC/ST/PwD: minimum OGPA of **5.50** in both Bachelor and Master Degree exams.
- **Marks Requirement (Traditional System):** General and OBC: at least **60%** marks; SC/ST/PwD: at least **50%** marks.
- **Entrance Test Qualifying Marks (Out of 60):**
- General, OBC, EWS, and PwD: **18 marks** (30%).
- SC and ST: **15 marks** (25%).
- **Special Case:** Candidates with a 2-year Masters in allied Science/Technology branches may be considered for admission (except Agronomy, Horticulture, and Agril. Engg.) only if vacancies remain after the normal admission process.
Annexure-I: URS Seat Matrix (University Research Scholarship)
This category, with a **Grand Total of 58 seats**, is strictly reserved for candidates who are **domicile of West Bengal only**. Seats are allocated as per the following reservation matrix:
| Discipline | Faculty | UR | S.C. | ST | O.B.C-A | O.B.C.-B | PwD | EWS | Total Seat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | Agriculture | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| Genetics & Plant Breeding | Agriculture | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| Soil Science | Agriculture | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Fruit Science | Horticulture | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Vegetable Science | Horticulture | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Farm Machinery & Power Engg. | Agril. Engg. | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| URS Grand Total (All Faculties) | 58 | ||||||||
Annexure-II: Non-URS, ICAR, and In-Service Seats
This table outlines seats under different quotas. Non-URS seats include self-finance, project fellows, and candidates with UGC/CSIR/other National Fellowships. These seats may be filled by domicile and non-domicile candidates.
| Discipline | Non-URS (Project/Self) | In-Service | ICAR Quota (30%) | Total (Non-URS/ICAR/In-Service) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | 0 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| Agricultural Extension Education | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Soil Science | 2 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| Plant Pathology | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Fruit Science | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| Processing and Food Engineering | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Grand Total of Seats (Non-URS, In-Service, ICAR) | 67 | |||
The total number of seats for **BCKVV PhD Admission 2025-26** across all categories is $58 (URS) + 67 (\text{Non-URS/ICAR/In-Service}) = 125$ (Approximate, based on given totals).
Annexure-III: Entrance Test Schedule & Venue
The Ph.D. Entrance Test will be common across all disciplines within a faculty, held on the same date and time. This is a mandatory step for most applicants in the **BCKV PhD Admission 2025-26** process.
| Faculty | Disciplines Covered | Date & Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture | Agricultural Chemicals, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Entomology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Soil Science, etc. (Total 16 Disciplines) | Date: **29-10-2025** Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm | Faculty of Agriculture Building, Mohanpur, Nadia |
| Horticulture | Vegetable Science, Fruit Science, Post Harvest Management, Floriculture, etc. (Total 5 Disciplines) | Faculty of Horticulture Building, Mohanpur, Nadia | |
| Agril. Engineering | Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Processing and Food Engineering, etc. (Total 3 Disciplines) | Faculty of Agricultural Engineering Building, Mohanpur, Nadia |
The examination is 1 hour long, carrying 60 MCQs (1 mark each) with a negative marking of 0.25 for every wrong answer.
Admission Fee Structure
Application Fees (Non-Refundable)
| Category | General/OBC/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | Rs. 2,000/- | Rs. 1,000/- |
Tuition Fees Per Semester (Applicable)
| Candidate Category | Tuition Fees (Rs.) |
|---|---|
| Self finance/URS/National Fellowship Holders (UGC-NET/CSIR/ICAR-SRF) | 6,000/- |
| Research Fellow/Associate (Govt. Project) | 10,000/- |
| In-service candidates | 25,000/- |
| Foreign student | 50,000/- |
Online Application Process
- Apply online only through the designated BCKV admission portal (www.bckvadmission.in).
- **AAPAR ID** (Academic Bank of Credits) is a **mandatory** field for the online application.
- Fill the form with accurate details and upload scanned copies of documents (photo, signature, certificates) in the specified formats.
- **Mandatory Document Submission for In-Service Candidates:** In-Service candidates must send a printed copy of the online form, duly forwarded by their employer, to the Registrar, BCKV, before counselling/admission.
- Candidates will download their admit card using their login credentials starting October 14, 2025.
Important Notes on Admission
- **Reservation:** Reservation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS) are extended only to candidates who are **domicile of West Bengal**.
- **In-Service Exemption:** In-service candidates are **exempted from the entrance test** but must appear for an on-line/off-line interview.
- **In-Service Leave:** An approval letter of leave for 3 years from the employer and a “NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE” are mandatory for in-service candidates. Failure to submit the leave approval within two months of admission will lead to cancellation.
- **Verification:** Originals of all documents must be produced at the time of Reporting/Admission for verification.
