Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) is one of India’s top agricultural universities, offering a wide range of UG, PG, Diploma, and PhD programs across agriculture and allied fields. With 19 constituent colleges and over 50+ specialisations, TNAU provides high-quality agricultural education, advanced research opportunities, and strong industry connections.
Admissions at TNAU are based on both merit and entrance examinations, depending on the programme and the applicants domicile.
Admission Process 2025
Undergraduate (UG) Programs – BSc Agriculture, BTech Agriculture Engineering, BSc Horticulture & Others
Selection Process
For Tamil Nadu Candidates
Must apply through the TNAU online counselling portal
→ https://tnau.ac.in/
Selection is purely merit-based (based on Class 12 marks)
Counselling rounds determine seat allotment
For Candidates from Other States
Must appear for ICAR entrance exam (AIEEA)
→ https://icaradmission.in/
Admission is based on ICAR rank followed by counselling
Postgraduate (PG) Programs – MBA, MSc, MTech & Others
Selection Process
Admission is based on:
GAT-B (for Biotechnology and related programs)
TNAU PG Entrance Exam for all applicable courses
Candidates are shortlisted based on entrance exam performance and academic merit
Doctoral (PhD) Programs
Selection Process
Entrance-based selection through:
TNAU PhD Entrance Exam
GAT-B (for specific domains)
Final selection also considers academic performance and interview
Diploma Programs
Admission is merit-based
Candidates must apply through the TNAU website
Steps in the TNAU Admission Process 2025
1. Online Application
Tamil Nadu applicants must apply via TNAU counselling portal
Other state candidates apply through ICAR AIEEA portal
Fill the application form and upload necessary documents
Pay the application fee online
2. Entrance Exam / Merit Evaluation
TN candidates: Class 12 marks are considered
Other states: ICAR entrance exam score
PG/PhD applicants: GAT-B or TNAU entrance exam
3. Counselling / Interview
UG admissions involve multiple rounds of counselling
PG and PhD programs may include interviews and departmental evaluations
4. Final Admission
Candidates must complete:
Document verification
Payment of admission fees
Admission is confirmed only after fulfilling all requirements
TNAU Admission Highlights 2025
Mode of Study: Full-time, Offline
Programs Offered: 50+ across UG, PG, PhD, and Diploma
Application For:
Tamil Nadu residents → https://tnau.ac.in/
Other states → ICAR portal
Levels Offered: UG, PG, Diploma, PhD
Popular Programs: BSc Agriculture, MSc, MBA, PhD
Constituent Colleges: 19
Specialisations Covered: Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Agri Engineering, Agri Tech, etc.
Why Choose TNAU?
One of India’s premier agricultural universities
Strong industry and research collaborations
High employability through agricultural training & field-oriented programs
Expert faculty and state-of-the-art research facilities
Extensive academic, practical, and extension programs
Multiple scholarship schemes for deserving students
Wide network of constituent colleges and research stations
