Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, is a premier institution established in 1971, with origins dating back to an agricultural school in 1868. Recognized by the UGC and accredited by ICAR and NAAC with an 'A' grade, TNAU offers a wide range of diploma, undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and doctoral programs in agriculture, horticulture, engineering, and allied fields. The university operates through 19 constituent colleges and 29 affiliated colleges across Tamil Nadu, providing over 109 courses. Below is a comprehensive overview of TNAU’s courses, fees, and eligibility criteria for 2025, based on the provided web results and official sources.
The following table outlines the major courses offered by TNAU, their total fees, and eligibility criteria. Fees are sourced from web results where available, and gaps are noted where specific data is missing or indicative. All courses are offered in full-time mode unless otherwise specified.
Course Name | Total Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
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BSc (Hons) (Agriculture, Horticulture, Agri-Business Management, Sericulture, Food Nutrition and Dietetics) | INR 36,000 - INR 2,00,000 (4 years) | 10+2 with PCM/PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology) with 55% marks (50% for BC/BCM, 45% for MBC/DNC, pass for SC/ST/SCA); valid TNAU entrance test score or merit-based for Tamil Nadu students; ICAR AIEEA for others |
BTech (Biotechnology, Food Technology, Energy and Environmental Engineering, Bioinformatics, Agricultural Engineering) | INR 36,000 - INR 3,32,000 (4 years) | 10+2 with PCM/PCB with 55% marks (50% for BC/BCM, 45% for MBC/DNC, pass for SC/ST/SCA); valid TNEA counseling or ICAR AIEEA score |
MSc (Agriculture, Horticulture, Biotechnology, Crop Physiology, Agricultural Microbiology, etc.) | INR 19,800 - INR 50,000 (2 years) | BSc in relevant discipline with 70% (6.60/10.00 OGPA) or 60% for SC/ST; valid GAT-B or TNAU PG entrance exam score |
MTech (Agricultural Engineering, Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, Processing & Food Engineering, Soil and Water Conservation) | INR 40,000 - INR 60,000 (2 years) | BTech/BE in relevant discipline with 70% (6.60/10.00 OGPA) or 60% for SC/ST; valid GAT-B or TNAU PG entrance exam score |
MBA (Agri-Business Management) | INR 1,00,000 - INR 1,50,000 (2 years) (estimated) | Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks; valid TANCET score |
PhD (Agriculture, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, etc.) | INR 45,540 - INR 60,000 per year | Master’s degree in relevant discipline with 70% (6.60/10.00 OGPA) or 60% for SC/ST; valid TNAU entrance exam and interview |
Diploma in Agricultural Technology (DAT) | INR 18,000 - INR 70,000 (2 years) | 10+2 with PCM/PCB or vocational stream; merit-based admission |
PG Diploma (Various specializations) | INR 30,000 - INR 50,000 (1 year) (estimated) | Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline; merit-based or entrance exam |
Note: Fees value maybe mismatch, please check the official website of TNAU Fees detail.
TNAU provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls, with 14 hostels accommodating around 2,052 UG, PG, and PhD students. The hostel system includes well-furnished rooms, dining halls, common rooms, study rooms, medical facilities, and high-speed internet.
Particulars | Fees |
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Hostel Fees | INR 16,060 - INR 16,080 per year (for MSc, indicative for other programs) |
Mess Charges | INR 1,800 - INR 3,500 per month (varies by hostel) |
Other Charges | Caution deposit and other one-time fees (included in course fees or separate, approximately INR 9,425 for UG) |
Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology) | ₹83,000 - 3,32,000 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50%, 5% relaxation for reserved category candidates |
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration) | Undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate program, 5% relaxation for reserved categories, Valid score in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, or TANCET | |
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) | ₹9,000 - 41,250 | Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent in the science stream, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics as mandatory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 55% in 10+2 examination |
Diploma | 10th standard or equivalent examination, studied science subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), minimum aggregate score of 55% in science subjects | |
M.Sc. (Master of Science) | ₹1,01,000 | Bachelor's degree, Minimum aggregate score of 60% |
M.Tech. (Master of Technology) | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum aggregate score of 60% or equivalent CGPA, Valid GATE score | |
Post Graduate Diploma | ₹20,000 | Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, minimum qualifying marks may vary, clear entrance examinations or interviews. |