CAU PG Admission 2026 – Apply Now for 134+ Seats

CAU PG Admission 2026 has been officially announced by Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, Manipur for the academic session 2026-27. A total of 134+ seats are available across various Post-Graduate Programmes including M.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc. (Horticulture), M.Sc. (Forestry), M.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering), M.F.Sc., M.Sc. (Community Science), and MBA (Agri-Business Management). The last date to submit the online application is 31 August 2026. This is one of the best sarkari higher education opportunities for agriculture graduates in Northeast India — read on for complete eligibility, fee details, and how to apply at agrijob.in.

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CAU PG Admission 2026 – Quick Overview

Here is a complete at-a-glance summary of the CAU PG Admission 2026 notification released on 4th August 2026:

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Who Should Apply for CAU PG Admission 2026?

This govt PG admission is ideal for candidates who match the following profile. Check if you qualify before applying for the CAU PG Admission 2026:

• BSc Agriculture graduates from a recognised university with OGPA 6.60/10 or 3.25/5 or 2.60/4 (General/OBC/EWS)
• BSc Horticulture, B.Sc. Forestry, B.F.Sc. graduates seeking M.Sc. in respective disciplines
• B.Tech. Agricultural Engineering graduates seeking M.Tech. admission at CAU Ranipool, Sikkim
• Graduates in Agriculture and allied disciplines seeking MBA (Agri-Business Management)
• SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender candidates with OGPA 5.60/10 or 2.75/5 or 2.20/4 or above
• Indian Nationals aged 19 years and above as on 31st August 2026
• In-service candidates from Govt. Departments/Organizations (NOC required at time of admission)
• Candidates passionate about agriculture research, horticulture, fisheries, and agri-business careers
• Students from Northeast India’s agriculture, community science, and fisheries streams

Available PG Programmes & Seat Details – CAU 2026

The CAU PG Admission 2026 offers seats across 9 constituent colleges spread across Northeast India. Here is the complete college-wise and discipline-wise seat breakdown:

(A) College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, Imphal, Manipur — M.Sc. (Agri.) : 38 Seats | M.Sc. (Hort.) : 9 Seats

(B) College of Post Graduate Studies in Agril. Sciences, Barapani, Meghalaya — 43 M.Sc. + 05 MBA Seats

Other Constituent Colleges (Selected Seats)

For the MBA (Agri-Business Management) programme, the fee structure is ₹59,200 per semester (Rupees fifty-nine thousand two hundred only). All other PG programmes follow standard government norms.

Application Fee for CAU PG Admission 2026

Processing charges and GST are to be paid by the candidate as applicable. The application fee is paid online at the time of form submission. No fee will be refunded under any circumstances.

Age Limit for CAU PG Admission 2026

There is no upper age limit mentioned in the official CAU PG Admission 2026 notification. The only requirement is that candidates must be at least 19 years old as on 31.08.2026. No age relaxation of any type is permissible on this minimum age condition.

Eligibility & Qualification for CAU PG Admission 2026

Before applying for CAU PG Admission 2026, candidates must fulfil the following eligibility criteria as per the official notification:

• Nationality: Indian Nationals only
• General / OBC (NCL) / EWS candidates: Bachelor’s degree in concerned/related subjects from a recognised university with OGPA of 6.60/10.00, 3.25/5.00, or 2.60/4.00
• SC / ST / PwBD / Third Gender candidates: Minimum OGPA of 5.60/10.00, 2.75/5.00, or 2.20/4.00 in Bachelor’s degree programme
• Important: Candidates who have passed with a 3-year UG degree programme are NOT eligible for admission to any of the above PG programmes
• MBA (Agri-Business Management): Minimum 4-year Bachelor’s Degree from any Agricultural University/Institution recognized by ICAR/UGC in Agriculture and allied disciplines/Agri-Business Management/Commercial Agriculture, Agriculture Marketing, and Agricultural Finance
• UG Completion: Candidates must have completed their UG Degree Programme on or before 31st August 2026 and produce the Provisional Degree Certificate (PDC) at the time of Counselling
• In-service candidates: Must submit NOC from Head of Department at time of admission

Selection Process for CAU PG Admission 2026

The selection process for CAU PG Admission 2026 is entirely based on merit in the entrance examination. No interview is conducted separately. The updated selection process for 2026 is as follows:

1. Online Application: Submit application at admission.cau.ac.in by 31st August 2026
2. Entrance Examination: Written exam of 2½ hours duration held on 15th September 2026 at Barapani, Meghalaya. M.Sc. (Agri.) exam: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM; Other programmes: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
3. Admit Card Download: Available on CAU website from 5th September 2026 (Tentative)
4. Merit List Preparation: Based solely on marks scored in entrance examination
5. Counselling: 17th September 2026 (Thursday), 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM at Barapani, Meghalaya
6. Document Verification: Original certificates verified at constituent colleges during physical reporting
7. Final Admission: Seat allotment based on merit and preference submitted during counselling

Note: Choice of college and discipline for M.Sc. (Agri.) and M.Sc. (Hort.) programmes will be the option of students as per merit in the written examination. The university reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of seats at the time of selection.

How to Apply Online for CAU PG Admission 2026

Follow these step-by-step instructions to complete your CAU PG Admission 2026 online application before the last date of 31st August 2026. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted:

1. Visit the official admission portal: admission.cau.ac.in or the university website www.cau.ac.in
2. Read the official notification PDF carefully before starting registration
3. Click on “Online Application” and select all preferred degree programmes
4. Fill in your personal details and contact information accurately (Step I & II)
5. Enter your academic records of graduation — OGPA, year, university (Step III)
6. Upload scanned images: Photograph (10KB–150KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG), Signature (10KB–150KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG), Provisional Degree Certificate or Course Completion Certificate (50KB–300KB, PDF only), Valid SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD Certificate (50KB–300KB, PDF only) if applicable (Step IV)
7. Pay application fee online through the payment gateway and keep proof of payment (Step V)
8. Print the Confirmation Page after successful remittance of fee (Step VI)
9. Submit a single application for M.Sc. (Agri.) or M.Sc. (Hort.) programmes — choice of college and discipline will be based on merit in entrance exam

Ensure that your mobile number and email address are valid and your own, as all communications from CAU will be sent to those contacts. Double-check all entries before final submission.

Important Dates for CAU PG Admission 2026

Reservation Policy for CAU PG Admission 2026

The reservation of seats follows the guidelines of the Government of India. The seat distribution is as follows:

• SC: 15% reservation
• ST: 7.5% reservation
• OBC: 27% reservation
• EWS: 10% reservation
• PwBD: 5% reservation
• SC ↔ ST Interchangeability: If sufficient SC candidates are not available, seats may be filled from ST candidates and vice versa
• OBC conversion: If the University does not find suitable OBC candidates, OBC seats shall be converted to Unreserved category seats
• In-service candidates: At least 1 supernumerary seat in each discipline per faculty for in-service candidates (if available). Separate merit list is prepared for in-service candidates

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Frequently Asked Questions about CAU PG Admission 2026

What is CAU PG Admission 2026?

CAU PG Admission 2026 is the official Post-Graduate admission notification released by Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, Manipur for the academic session 2026-27. It offers 134+ seats across M.Sc. (Agri.), M.Sc. (Hort.), M.Sc. (Forestry), M.Tech. (Agril. Engg.), M.F.Sc., M.Sc. (Community Science), and MBA (Agri-Business Management) programmes in 9 constituent colleges across Northeast India.

What is the last date to apply for CAU PG Admission 2026?

The last date to apply for CAU PG Admission 2026 is 31st August 2026. Online applications are open from 5th August 2026. Do not wait until the last moment — submit your application early to avoid website rush and technical issues.

What is the eligibility for CAU PG Admission 2026?

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry/Fisheries/allied disciplines with minimum OGPA of 6.60/10 (General/OBC/EWS) or 5.60/10 (SC/ST/PwBD). Candidates who passed a 3-year UG programme are NOT eligible. Age must be minimum 19 years as on 31.08.2026. Nationality must be Indian.

What is the application fee for CAU PG Admission 2026?

The application fee for CAU PG Admission 2026 is ₹1,200 for General/Unreserved/In-service candidates, ₹1,100 for OBC (NCL)/EWS candidates, and ₹600 for SC/ST/PwBD/Third Gender candidates. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Processing charges and GST extra as applicable.

How many seats are available in CAU PG Admission 2026?

There are 134+ seats available in CAU PG Admission 2026 across 9 constituent colleges. College A (Imphal): 47 seats; College B (Barapani, Meghalaya): 48 seats; College C (Pasighat): 4 seats; College D (Pasighat Horticulture & Forestry): 23 seats; College E (Ranipool Sikkim): 15 seats; College F (Tripura Fisheries): 28 seats; and others. The university may increase or decrease seats at time of selection.

Where is the CAU PG Admission 2026 entrance exam held?

The CAU PG Admission 2026 entrance examination and counselling will be held at the College of Post Graduate Studies in Agril. Sciences, Barapani, Meghalaya. The entrance exam is on 15th September 2026 (Tuesday) and counselling is on 17th September 2026 (Thursday). All eligible students must appear in person at Barapani.

What is the MBA fee structure at CAU?

The MBA (Agri-Business Management) programme at CAU has a fee structure of ₹59,200 per semester (Rupees fifty-nine thousand two hundred only). This programme is offered at the College of Post Graduate Studies in Agril. Sciences, Barapani, Meghalaya with 5 seats. A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or allied disciplines is required for eligibility.

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