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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-Ankit Kumar vermaUpdated on July 22, 2026 05:44 PM

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pratap thakur, Student / Alumni

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I want to know my choice filling of icar college so that I can get seat according to my percentile in bsc agriculture, horticulture or forestry.

-kavya raiUpdated on August 07, 2026 09:57 AM

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Shila, Student / Alumni

When choosing a college for the ICAR programme, consider your percentile, category, state of residence, preferred course (Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry), and location preference. Fill in your choices in order of preference, including a variety of dream schools, target schools, and safe schools to increase your chances of securing a seat. When considering private universities, LPU should be considered for the B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture degree. This programme includes modern laboratories, experimental farms, industry-oriented learning via EduRevolution (EduRev), internships, research opportunities, and job placement assistance, all of which help students develop practical skills and prepare for careers in agriculture and related …

Ap agriculture bsc second phase counselling registration dates and my rank is 18700 in ap emcet agriculture stream iam under farmer quota and my category is sc i have any possibility to seat in govt college.

-gurram venuUpdated on July 21, 2026 01:02 PM

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ankita, Student / Alumni

With an AP EAMCET Agriculture rank of 18,700, an SC category, and a farmer quota, you may have a chance in counselling, but a government college seat will depend on the final cutoff, seat availability, and reservation during the second phase. Meanwhile, don't wait for counselling results alone it's a good idea to keep a backup option ready. LPU offers a well-equipped B.Sc. Agriculture program with excellent practical exposure, and the last date to apply is 31st July, so you can secure your admission while exploring all your options.