Are PCB or PCM streams both eligible for B.Sc Agriculture?

Yes both PCB or PCM streams are eligible for B.Sc Agriculture course. It is recommended that you check the detailed eligibility criteria as per the entrance exam or university you wish to take admission in.

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Detailed B.Sc Agriculture Eligibility for PCB or PCM Stream
University Wise B.Sc Agriculture Eligibility Requirements
Entrance Exam for B.Sc Agriculture

Are PCB or PCM streams both eligible for B.Sc Agriculture?

Usually, students who have PCB stream in their Class 12 board exams are eligible for the B.Sc Agriculture course. But in recent years several colleges and universities also accept applications from those who had PCM stream in their 12 boards. With the discipline being technical in nature, it is mandatory to have the necessary skills and technical knowledge that suits the stream. It is recommended by experts that before applying for any national level or state level entrance exam you check the detailed eligibility criteria and also the institution wise criteria in which you desire to take admission.

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Detailed B.Sc Agriculture Eligibility for PCB or PCM Stream

Check the eligibility guidelines from the below table.

Particulars	PCB Stream	PCM Stream
Educational Qualification	Candidates should have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board. Mandatory Subjects: Physics Chemistry Biology	Candidates should have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board. Mandatory Subjects: Physics Chemistry Biology
Minimum Marks	55% in aggregate	55% in aggregate

Particulars

PCB Stream

PCM Stream

Educational Qualification

Candidates should have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.

Mandatory Subjects:

Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Candidates should have completed 10+2 (Higher Secondary) or equivalent from a recognized board.

Mandatory Subjects:

Physics
Chemistry
Biology

Minimum Marks

55% in aggregate

University Wise B.Sc Agriculture Eligibility Requirements

Check the prominent universities and their eligibility criteria.

University	Stream	Eligibility Criteria
Central Agricultural University	PCB, PCMB, PCM, Inter‑Agriculture (Science stream)	Minimum 50% aggregate in 10+2 with subject combinations and English as a subject of 10+2 is required
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University	PCB / PCMB / PCM / Inter‑Agriculture accepted for B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture	Minimum 50% aggregate in 10+2 with subject combinations
Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology	Intermediate (10+2) in Agriculture or Science with Mathematics or Biology (i.e. PCM or PCB or equivalent) accepted.	Minimum 50% aggregate in 10+2 with subject combinations
Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand University	PCM / PCB / Agriculture group (Science stream) accepted for B.Sc Agriculture.	Minimum 45% aggregate in 10+2 with subject combinations
Punjab Agricultural University	10+2 / equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology or Agriculture	Minimum 50% aggregate in 10+2 with subject combinations

Entrance Exam for B.Sc Agriculture

Here are the names of the entrance exams that are important for taking admission in the B.Sc Agriculture course.

B.Sc Agriculture Admission Exams 2026	Eligibility Criteria
ICAR AIEEA	10+2 (Science) with Physics, Chemistry + Biology / Mathematics / Agriculture.
CUET UG (Agriculture)	10+2 (Science) from a recognised board.
MHT CET	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry + Biology or Mathematics
TS EAMCET	10+2 with relevant science / agriculture stream (PCB / Agriculture)
KCET	10+2 (PCMB / PCB / relevant combinations)
AP EAMCET	10+2 (Science or Agriculture stream).
KEAM	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry + Biology (or Agriculture) / Mathematics
BCECE Agriculture	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry + Biology/Mathematics/Agriculture
PAU CET	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry + Mathematics / Biology / Agriculture; or a 2‑yr Diploma in Agriculture
CG PAT	10+2 with Agriculture or Biology
UPCATET	10+2 with Agriculture / Science stream (PCB/PCM/ Agriculture combinations)
MP PAT	10+2 (Science / Agriculture) — PCM/PCB/ Agriculture combination.

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Bsc agriculture ka collage and hostel fee structure, please

-BittuUpdated on December 31, 2025 11:37 AM

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allysa , Student / Alumni

At Lovely Professional University (LPU), the B.Sc Agriculture (Hons) program is a four-year full-time undergraduate course with a tuition fee of around 9.6 lakh rupees for the entire duration. Hostel accommodation is available with charges varying by room type and facilities, typically around 80,000 rupees per year, totaling approximately 3.2 lakh rupees for four years. Scholarships through LPUNEST or merit can reduce the total cost.

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Anmol Sharma, Student / Alumni

LPU’s B.Sc. Agriculture program is highly regarded, boasting prestigious ICAR accreditation that ensures top-tier academic standards. As a premier destination for agriculture, horticulture, and forestry, the university offers students exceptional training and consistent placement success, making it an ideal choice for building a robust professional career in the field.