Surya Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, 751003
Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), established in 1962, is the second oldest agricultural university in India. Located in Bhubaneswar, it plays a pivotal role in agricultural education, research, and extension in Odisha. The university aims to generate skilled human resources and innovative technologies to enhance agricultural productivity and rural development.
1. Academic Programs:
OUAT offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs through its various constituent colleges:
Undergraduate Programs (UG):
B.Sc. (Agriculture)
B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry)
B.Sc. (Forestry)
B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering)
B.F.Sc. (Fisheries Science)
B.Sc. (Home Science)
B.Sc. (Horticulture)
Postgraduate Programs (PG):
M.Sc. in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Home Science, and allied subjects
M.V.Sc., M.F.Sc., M.Tech., and MBA (Agri-Business Management)
Doctoral (Ph.D.) Programs:
Offered in most disciplines of agriculture, animal science, and related fields
2. Colleges Under OUAT:
College of Agriculture, Bhubaneswar
College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, Bhubaneswar
College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Bhubaneswar
College of Fisheries, Rangeilunda
College of Forestry, Bhubaneswar
College of Horticulture, Chiplima
College of Basic Science & Humanities, Bhubaneswar
College of Community Science, Bhubaneswar
3. Affiliation and Recognition:
Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC)
Approved by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
4. Campus & Infrastructure:
The main campus in Bhubaneswar is spread across a lush green area with modern academic, residential, and research facilities
State-of-the-art laboratories, research farms, greenhouses, and animal husbandry units
Central library with extensive resources and digital access
Separate hostels for boys and girls, sports facilities, auditoriums, and health services
5. Research & Extension:
OUAT plays a leading role in agricultural research in Odisha
Houses 8 Agro-Polytechnic Centers and 31 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) for outreach and farmer education
Research focuses on crop improvement, natural resource management, climate-resilient farming, animal health, and post-harvest technology
6. Admissions:
Admissions to UG and PG programs are based on entrance examinations conducted by OUAT
Ph.D. admissions are through departmental entrance tests and interviews