🌾 Tamil Nadu Agriculture Counselling 2025 – Admission, Courses, Eligibility & Cut-Off | தமிழ்நுது அருக்கம் சியான் 2025
Agriculture Counselling in Tamil Nadu is the official admission process for students who wish to study B.Sc Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Forestry, Agricultural Engineering, and other allied sciences.
It is conducted every year by the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore.
Agricultural Counseling in Tamil Nadu is a government admission process for admission to courses like Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Forestry, Agricultural Engineering and Biotechnology .
This counseling is conducted annually by the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) .
❓ What is Agriculture Counselling? (What is Agriculture Counselling?)
Agriculture Counselling is a state-level online admission system for Agriculture and Allied Science courses offered by Government, Government-Aided, and Affiliated Private Colleges in Tamil Nadu.
This is a state-level online admission system in which government and private colleges participate together.
🎓 Courses Offered Under This Counselling
🎓 Undergraduate Degree Courses – 4 Years
- B.Sc Agriculture
- B.Sc Horticulture
- B.Sc Forestry
- B.Sc Food Technology
- B.Tech Agricultural Engineering
- B.Sc Agricultural Biotechnology
- B.Sc Sericulture (Silkworm Farming)
- B.Sc Agribusiness Management
🎓 Diploma Courses – 2 Years
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Diploma in Horticulture
📜 Certificate Courses – 6 Months to 1 Year
- Organic Farming
- Beekeeping (honey collection)
- Mushroom Cultivation
🌟 Advantages of Agriculture Counselling
✅ Transparent and merit-based process
✅ One portal for all agriculture colleges
✅ Government quota seats available in private colleges
✅ No middlemen or hidden charges
✅ Helps students plan agriculture and agribusiness careers
Benefits: Transparent admission, single platform, government quota opportunity, no middlemen, solid start in the agriculture sector.
🏛️ Who Conducts the Counselling?
Conducted by 👉 Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)
📍 Official Website – https://tnau.ac.in
💻 Online Portal – https://tnau.ucanapply.com
It is conducted by Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) through its official website.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Must have passed +2 (HSC) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology / Mathematics / Agriculture Science subjects.
- Must be a Tamil Nadu native or hold a valid Nativity Certificate.
- Vocational stream students with Agriculture subjects are also eligible for Diploma and certain degree courses.
Eligibility: Must have passed 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Agricultural Science subjects. Must be a student of Tamil Nadu.
📊 Eligibility Marks / Percentage
| Category | Minimum Aggregate in PCB/PCM |
|---|---|
| General (OC) | 50 % |
| BC / MBC / DNC / BCM | 45 % |
| SC / ST / SCA | 40 % |
🧮 Cut-Off Calculation
The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) calculates the cut-off for 200 marks as follows:
Formula:
Each of the 4 eligible HSC subjects (Maths / Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and one eligible subject) is converted to 50 marks.Cut-Off = (Subject 1 × 50 / Max Marks) + (Subject 2 × 50 / Max Marks) + (Subject 3 × 50 / Max Marks) + (Subject 4 × 50 / Max Marks)
Total = Out of 200 marks
Example:
| Subject | HSC Marks | Converted Marks (out of 50) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 90/100 | 45.00 |
| Physics | 94/100 | 47.00 |
| Chemistry | 80/100 | 40.00 |
| Biology | 70/100 | 35.00 |
| Total Cut-Off (200) | 167.00 / 200 |
TNAU Tie-break Rule:
1️⃣ Maths (or Biology) higher mark
2️⃣ Physics mark
3️⃣ Chemistry mark
4️⃣ Date of Birth (elder gets priority)
In Tamil:
As per TNAU cut-off system, each subject will be converted into 50 marks. The aggregate will be calculated out of 200 marks
of the total of four subjects . If the marks are equal – Mathematics/Biology → Physics → Chemistry → Priority will be given based on date of birth.
💰 College Fees After Counselling (College Fees)
| College Type | Approx Annual Fees |
|---|---|
| Government Colleges | ₹ 20 000 – ₹ 40 000 |
| Govt Quota (Private Colleges) | ₹ 60 000 – ₹ 90 000 |
| Management Quota | ₹ 1 L – ₹ 2 L |
Fees: Low fees in government colleges; fees in private colleges vary based on the subject.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date (expected 2025) |
|---|---|
| Application Form Release | May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 2025 |
| Rank List Publication | July 2025 |
| Counselling Rounds | July – August 2025 |
| Mop-Up Round | September 2025 |
🔍 How to Know About Counselling
Visit 👉 https://tnau.ac.in
or follow tamilnaduadmissions.com for daily Tamil + English updates.
All announcements will be published on the official website; they will also be easily explained in Tamil on our website.
🧾 How to Apply for Counselling
1️⃣ Visit tnau.ac.in or tnau.ucanapply.com
2️⃣ Register with valid email & mobile number
3️⃣ Fill in personal and academic details
4️⃣ Upload required certificates
5️⃣ Pay counselling fee online
6️⃣ Choose course and college preferences
7️⃣ Submit and download acknowledgement
Procedure: Registration → Upload Documents → Payment of Fee → Subject/College Selection.
💵 Counselling Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / MBC | ₹ 600 – ₹ 1000 |
| SC / ST | ₹ 300 – ₹ 500 |
💳 Payment of Admission Fee
After seat allotment, admission fee must be paid within deadline. After seat allotment,
admission fee must be paid within deadline.
📄 Documents Required
- 10th & 12th Mark Sheets
- Transfer & Conduct Certificates
- Community & Nativity Certificates
- Aadhaar / ID Proof
- Passport Photos
- Counselling Application Receipt
🧮 Rank List
Prepared based on 200-mark cut-off and reservation policy.
The rank list will be published based on the student cut-off score and reservation policy.
⚙️ Counselling Process
1️⃣ Registration & Fee Payment
2️⃣ Rank List Publication
3️⃣ Choice Filling & Locking
4️⃣ Seat Allotment
5️⃣ Admission Fee Payment
6️⃣ Reporting to College
Procedure: Registration → Waiting List → Selection → Appointment → Admission.
🔄 Counselling Rounds
- Round 1 – Initial Allotment
- Round 2 – Vacant Seat Filling
- Mop-Up Round – Final Vacancies
Three rounds: first, second, mop-up rounds.
⚖️ Reservation Policy (Priority Reservation)
OC 31% BC 26.5% MBC/DNC 20% SC 15% ST 3.5%
Tamil Nadu Government’s quota rules will be followed.
🎯 Seat Allotment (Appointment Notice)
Seat allotment list will be published online. Students must download and report to the college on time.
Once the appointment notification is published, students must complete their admission to the college within the stipulated time.
🏫 Reporting to College (College Admission)
Report with original documents & admission receipt before deadline.
You have to join the college in person with original documents.
☎️ Helpline Numbers
📞 TNAU Admission Helpdesk – 0422 – 6611345 / 6611346
✉️ Email – ugadmissions@tnau.ac.in
🔗 Important Links
💚 How tamilnaduadmissions.com Helps You
We guide students through every step of TNAU Agriculture Counselling – eligibility, courses, fees, cut-off, rank list, and college selection.
We provide complete guidance in Tamil and English on Agriculture Counselling, Eligibility, Cut-off, College Selection and Admission Procedures to Tamil Nadu students.
❓ FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
1️⃣ Is NEET required?
No – NEET is not required for agriculture courses; admission is based on +2 marks.
2️⃣ How is the cut-off calculated?
The aggregate of the four subjects is calculated by converting each subject to 50 marks (marks obtained / total marks × 50) out of a total of 200.
3️⃣ How many rounds are there?
A total of 3 rounds (first, second, mop-up).
4️⃣ Are both government and private colleges in admission?
Yes – both are connected in a single admission system through TNAU.
5️⃣ How much is the admission fee?
₹20,000 – ₹40,000 in government colleges; ₹1L – ₹2L in private colleges.
✅ Summary
Tamil Nadu Agriculture Counselling 2025 offers a transparent way to join B.Sc and B.Tech Agriculture & Allied Science programmes.
With clear eligibility, a scientific 200-mark cut-off formula, and fair seat allocation, students can secure admissions in top agriculture colleges across Tamil Nadu.
This is a great opportunity for Tamil Nadu students to build their future in the fields of agriculture and allied sciences! 🌾