Can PCM students apply for BAU CAT?

Yes, students who have studied PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) with Agriculture as an additional or elective subject in Class 12 can apply for BAU CAT. For students with PCB background, the Agriculture section in the question paper tests basic crop science, soil, and agronomy concepts that can be prepared with standard agriculture books even without formal school-level study. Bihar state board Agriculture textbook is the recommended reference for this section.

What is the importance of the Agriculture section in BAU CAT?

The Agriculture section in BAU CAT typically covers topics like principles of agronomy, soil science and fertility, crop production (Kharif and Rabi crops), plant protection, horticulture basics, and agricultural economics. This section gives an edge to students who have Agriculture as a formal subject in Class 12. For PCB students without Agriculture background, dedicating 3–4 weeks to agriculture fundamentals from NCERT Agricultural Science or Bihar Board Agriculture book is sufficient to score decently in this section.

How competitive is BAU CAT compared to ICAR AIEEA?

BAU CAT is a state-level exam and significantly less competitive than the national-level ICAR AIEEA. The number of applicants is in the range of 20,000–40,000 for approximately 500–700 seats, making the competition moderate. A score of 65–70 out of 100 is usually sufficient for a general category seat in B.Sc. Agriculture at BAU. In contrast, ICAR AIEEA sees lakhs of applicants for fewer seats at premier ICAR-funded institutions, requiring higher scores.

What are the scholarship and career prospects after BAU CAT admission?

Students admitted through BAU CAT are eligible for Bihar government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC categories. Upon completing B.Sc. Agriculture, graduates can appear for ICAR JRF/SRF, state agricultural service exams, FCI Agriculture Officer recruitment, banking agriculture officer exams, and NABARD development assistants. BAU Sabour has strong linkages with agricultural research stations and private agri-input companies that recruit graduates through campus placement. Many alumni also pursue M.Sc. Agriculture at ICAR institutes.

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Conducting BodyBihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur

Exam ModeOffline (OMR)

Marking Scheme+1 for correct, no negative marking

SectionsBiology, Chemistry, Physics, Agriculture

FrequencyAnnual

Next ExamJune 2027

RegistrationMarch–April 2027

Eligibility10+2 with PCB or PCM+Agriculture from a recognised board; minimum 50% aggregate; Bihar domicile preferred

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Study Bihar State Board Agriculture textbook alongside NCERT Biology to cover both the Agriculture and Biology sections effectively.

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For Biology, master the chapters on Genetics, Ecology, and Plant Physiology as these consistently contribute maximum questions.

Revise Kharif and Rabi crop production, soil types of Bihar, and major plant diseases for the Agriculture section in the final two weeks.

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BAU CAT (Bihar Agricultural University Common Admission Test) is the entrance exam for undergraduate admissions at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur. It offers admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science), and B.Sc. Forestry programmes. The university has constituent colleges spread across Bihar and follows Bihar government reservation norms. The exam consists of 100 MCQs from Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Agriculture subjects.

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