Admission Notice: Kerala Agricultural University – Ph.D. Programmes 2024-25
About Kerala Agricultural University
Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), headquartered in Thrissur, Kerala, is one of India’s premier institutions dedicated to agricultural education, research, and extension. Established to drive agricultural progress in the region, KAU offers diverse programs in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, and more, fostering innovation and excellence in the agricultural sciences.
KAU PhD 2025 Programs
Kerala Agricultural University invites applications for admission to its Ph.D. programmes in the following disciplines for the academic year 2024-25:
- Ph.D. in Agriculture
- Ph.D. in Horticulture
- Ph.D. in Community Science
- Ph.D. in Forestry
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering
Important Dates
- Online Application Portal Opens: 01 January 2025, 6:00 PM
- Last Date for Online Application Submission: 10 January 2025, 11:59 PM
Application Details
- The application form and prospectus can be accessed on the official website: www.admissions.kau.in
- Application Fee:
- General candidates: ₹1500/-
- SC/ST/PwD candidates (native to Kerala): ₹750/-
Payment Instructions
- Payment can be made via the “SB COLLECT” facility of the State Bank of India.
- Applicants can either:
- Pay online using the provided link on the application portal.
- Remit the fee directly at any SBI branch using the online challan generated through “SB COLLECT”, after which the bank will issue an online receipt.
- Other payment modes will not be accepted.
Submission Guidelines
- Applications must be submitted online only, along with the required documents.
- Incomplete applications or those submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
- Candidates who have previously submitted their applications (as per University Notification dated 13.09.2024) do not need to apply again.
KAU Contact Information
For further details or assistance, contact the Directorate of Education, Kerala Agricultural University:
- Helpdesk Phone: 0487-243-8139 (Available from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on working days).
- Email: [email protected]
- Official Website: www.admissions.kau.in or www.kau.in
