Banda University of Agriculture and Technology

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Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT), Banda, established on March 2, 2010, is the first agricultural university in the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh. Initially named "Manyawar Shri Kanshiram Ji University of Agriculture and Technology," it was renamed in 2014. Created under the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture University Act, the university focuses on advancing agriculture and allied sectors in Uttar Pradesh, particularly in Bundelkhand. BUAT integrates teaching, research, and extension activities to ensure food security and improve the socio-economic status of the region. The state government has tasked the university with generating skilled professionals, developing innovative technologies, and disseminating these to farmers and allied communities across seven districts in the Chitrakoot Dham and Jhansi divisions.

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Highlights

Attribute	Details
Name	Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (BUAT), Banda
Establishment	Established on March 2, 2010, under Uttar Pradesh Agriculture University Act (1958). Renamed in 2014.
Type	Full-fledged State University
Location	Banda, Uttar Pradesh, serving the Bundelkhand region
Specialization	Agriculture and allied sciences
Unique Honor	First Agricultural University in the Bundelkhand region
Key Focus Areas	Teaching, research, and extension to support agriculture and allied sectors
Mandate - Teaching	Trains skilled graduates in agriculture with entrepreneurial skills for employment generation and socio-economic transformation.
Mandate - Research	Develops innovative, globally competitive agricultural technologies and solves technical problems for farming communities.
Mandate - Extension	Disseminates agricultural technologies, collaborates with stakeholders, and promotes economic and environmental sustainability.
Service Area	Chitrakoot Dham Division (Banda, Chitrakoot, Mahoba, Hamirpur) and Jhansi Division (Jhansi, Lalitpur, Jalaun)
Key Features	Focus on food security, socio-economic upliftment, and industry integration
Notable Initiatives	Customized solutions for farmers, validation of agro-technologies, and promoting demand-driven agricultural innovations
Target Audience	Farmers, orchardists, dairy farmers, rural and urban youth
Relevance	Ensures food security, socio-economic improvement, and technical skill enhancement for sustainable agriculture
Official Website	https://buat.edu.in/

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Courses & Fees

With a total of 29 courses offered at Banda University of Agriculture and Technology, the college offers education in the field of UG & PG among other streams to the students. Students can check out the below table to understand the eligibility requirements and total tuition fee for all Banda University of Agriculture and Technology courses.

Course	Fees	Eligibility
B.Sc {Hons.} (12 Courses)	₹46,700 (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 50% + UPCATET
M.Sc (10 Courses)	₹63,700 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation
B.Sc (7 Courses)	₹46,700 (1st Year Fees)	10+2

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Admission

Admission Process

Entrance Exams: Admissions to UG and PG courses are primarily based on UPCATET scores. CUSAT-qualified students are also eligible for M.Sc. programs.
Counseling: After qualifying UPCATET, students must attend a counseling session for seat allocation based on scores, preferences, and availability.
Key Documents for Counseling:

Attested copies of 10+2/B.Sc. certificates
Character and migration certificates
Sports certificates (if applicable)
Two DDs (₹500 as counseling fee, ₹5,000 as initiation fee).
Missing documents result in admission cancellation.

Application Process

Online Mode:

Visit BUAT's official website.
Register with a valid email ID, complete the application form, upload a photograph, and pay the fee online (₹1,250 for General/OBC; ₹1,050 for SC/ST).
Print and preserve the application form for counseling.

Offline Mode:

Obtain/download the form from Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology.
Fill out the form, attach required documents, and enclose a DD for the fee.
Send to: Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Faizabad, 224 229 (U.P.).

Banda University of Agriculture and Technology Library

The Rashtrakavi Maithilisharan Gupt Library at Banda University of Agriculture & Technology (BUAT) supports teaching, research, and extension activities. Established in December 2015 on the ground floor of the College of Agriculture, it will operate there until a dedicated library building is constructed. Managed by two faculty librarians and three support staff, it comprises two reading halls, a book section, a circulation section, a multimedia hall, and an office. Library rules were first implemented in January 2013 and updated in February 2014. The library offers access to textbooks, reference materials, journals, and digital resources. Through OPAC, its collection is available year-round. It also participates in Krishikosh, a collaborative digital repository, offering e-books and theses from BUAT students. The library aids students in preparing research papers and performing plagiarism checks. Its inviting environment includes spaces for group discussions, solo study, and quiet reading, making it a vital resource for academic pursuits.