About Punjab Agriculture University
Dr Prem Nath Thapar, the first Vice-Chancellor of Punjab Agricultural University, served from 1962 to 1968 and was instrumental in laying the foundation for India’s Green Revolution. He built a team of visionary scientists, driving the university’s growth and agricultural advancements. Honored with an honorary Doctor of Science by Ohio State University in 1969, Dr Thapar championed education, research, and extension to transform Indian agriculture. Born on April 13, 1903, he was a distinguished civil servant and Oxford alumnus, contributing significantly to post-partition rehabilitation and Chandigarh’s development. Dr Thapar passed away on November 11, 1982, leaving a lasting legacy in Indian agriculture, education, and institutional development.
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Courses Offered
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Streams & Courses
offered by Punjab Agriculture University
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Punjab Agriculture University Highlights
Key facts and institutional overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Punjab Agricultural University |
| Established | Institute Type | 1962 |
| Approved By | Government of Punjab; state agricultural university |
| NIRF Rank | 81 (overall) |
| Entrance Exam | University entrance/merit selection; ICAR or programme-specific rules may apply |
| Popular Courses | Agriculture, agricultural engineering, horticulture, veterinary and animal sciences, food technology, community science |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Criteria | Programme-specific eligibility and selection as published in the current prospectus |
| Official Website | https://pau.edu/ |
| Address | Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana, Punjab 141004 |
Punjab Agriculture University Infrastructure
Campus infrastructure and facilities overview
Admission
Course-wise eligibility and selection process
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Process |
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