Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth: Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Admission

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), established in 1969, is a public agricultural university located in Rahuri, Maharashtra. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and affiliated with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). The university specializes in agriculture, horticulture, agricultural engineering, and allied sciences.

Popular programs include B.Sc Agriculture, B.Sc Horticulture, B.Tech Agricultural Engineering, M.Sc Agronomy, M.Sc Genetics & Plant Breeding, M.Tech Agricultural Engineering, and Ph.D.. Admissions are conducted through MHT CET, MAUEB CET, and ICAR AIEEA.

Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB/PCM for UG programs; graduation in relevant field for PG programs; PG degree for Ph.D.

Admission Process: Entrance exam (MHT CET/ICAR AIEEA), counseling, and enrollment.

Fee Highlights: UG programs ₹20,000–40,000 per year; PG programs ₹30,000–60,000 per year; Ph.D. fees vary by specialization.

Campus

Located in Rahuri, Maharashtra, MPKV’s campus provides facilities such as:

• Experimental farms and crop research stations
• Horticulture and soil science laboratories
• Agricultural engineering workshops
• Central library with agricultural journals and e-resources
• Hostels for boys and girls
• Sports complexes and cultural clubs
• Farmer training and extension centers

Placement

The university’s placement cell provides career support and industry connections. Key highlights include:

• Recruiters: ICAR institutes, agricultural firms, seed companies, agro-tech startups, NGOs, and government departments
• Average Package: ₹3–5 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹7–8 LPA
• Sectors: Agriculture, horticulture, agribusiness, rural development, and research
• Career Support: Internships, workshops, skill development programs, and counseling

Scholarship

MPKV offers multiple scholarship opportunities:

• Government Schemes: SC/ST/OBC/minority scholarships
• ICAR Scholarships: For national-level rank holders
• Merit Scholarships: For top-performing students
• Need-Based Waivers: Financial support for economically weaker students

On average, 25–30% of students benefit annually.

Cut Off

Admission cut-offs at MPKV vary by program:

• B.Sc Agriculture/Horticulture: MHT CET/ICAR AIEEA percentile benchmarks
• M.Sc Programs: Graduation marks + entrance exam
• B.Tech Agricultural Engineering: MHT CET/JEE Main rank
• Ph.D.: Entrance exam + interview

The university publishes clear guidance for each session, helping aspirants understand eligibility benchmarks.