SKUAST Kashmir One Year Basic Horticulture Training Course 2024: Admissions Open

The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) is now inviting online applications for the One Year Basic Horticulture Training Programme for the 2024-25 academic session. This opportunity is tailored specifically for domicile candidates from the Kashmir Province of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The program offers specialized training in horticulture, a key field for the region’s economy and culture.

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Course Overview and Eligibility Criteria

1. Course Name: One Year Basic Horticulture Training Programme
2. Duration: 1 Year
3. Eligibility Requirements:

Minimum Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed matriculation (10th grade) with at least 40% aggregate marks.
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 17 and 25 years as of December 31, 2025.
Domicile: Only candidates from the Kashmir Province of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.

This program is open to candidates from various districts across the Kashmir Valley, with specific training centers allocated for different regions to ensure accessibility.

Training Locations and District Allocations

To accommodate students from across the region, SKUAST-K has designated two main training centers:

S.No	Training Location	Eligible Districts
1	Faculty of Agriculture, Wadura, Sopore	Baramulla, Kupwara, Ganderbal, Bandipora, Srinagar
2	Extension Training Centre, Malangpora, Pulwama	Shopian, Pulwama, Kulgam, Anantnag, Budgam

Each center will cater to a set of districts, allowing candidates to receive training closer to their home districts.

Reservation Policy and Intake Capacity

SKUAST-K follows the reservation policy of the Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory, ensuring fair access to various categories as per the government’s guidelines. Candidates applying under reserved categories must provide valid certificates issued by competent authorities.

Each district has an intake capacity of 10 seats, making a total of 100 seats across the program. Given the limited seats, selection is competitive and will be based on performance in an entrance examination.

Course Fees and Additional Costs

Course Fee: ₹10,000 (excludes transport, hostel, and mess charges).
Application Fee: ₹500 (non-refundable).

Candidates should note that the fees cover the tuition and training aspects of the course, while additional expenses such as transport, hostel accommodations, and meals will be the responsibility of the candidate.

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Selection Process

Admission to the Basic Horticulture Training Course is competitive. SKUAST-K will conduct an entrance test, and candidates will be selected based on the ranks achieved in this test. Detailed information regarding the entrance test date and syllabus will be shared by the university in subsequent notifications.

Important Dates to Remember

Event	Date and Time
Start of Online Application Submission	November 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Last Date for Online Application Submission	November 30, 2024, 11:59 PM

Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. The online application portal is accessible via the official SKUAST-K website at www.skuastkashmir.ac.in.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Visit the Official Website: Go to www.skuastkashmir.ac.in to access the online application form.
Register and Fill in Details: Register with a valid email address and phone number. Fill in personal, educational, and contact information.
Upload Documents: Ensure all required documents, including educational certificates, domicile proof, and reservation certificates (if applicable), are ready for upload.
Pay the Application Fee: Pay the ₹500 application fee online. Note that this fee is non-refundable.
Submit the Application: Review all details carefully before submitting the application.