Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani (KAU-CAV), Thiruvananthapuram: Courses, Admission 2025, Fees, Scholarship, Placements, Ranking

Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani is one of the Top colleges in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It's Affiliated with Kerala Agricultural University. Get Courses, Facilities, Placements, Recognitions & Accreditations details.

The College of Agriculture, Vellayani was established in May 1955 and continues as the Centre of undergraduate and Post Graduate education. The institution was set up in the palace building belonging to the royal family of erstwhile Travancore State. Within a few years, the College got sufficiently strengthened to claim parity with any other leading Agricultural Institution in India. Postgraduate programmes, leading to M.Sc. (Ag.) and PhD degrees were started in the college during 1962 and 1965 respectively. Simultaneous development of the College farm provided field facilities for giving adequate work experience for the B.Sc.(Ag.) course and for conducting research for M.Sc. (Ag.) and PhD students.

Accreditation and Ranking

Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani is Accredited by NAAC(National Assessment and Accreditation Council)and affiliated with KAU(Kerala Agricultural University).

Courses Offered

Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani courses are offered at various levels like Undergraduate Degrees i.e Bachelor of Science Honours (B.Sc. Hons.) Agriculture etc., Postgraduate Degree i.e. Master of Science (M.Sc.) Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, Master of Science Agriculture (M.Sc. Ag.) in Plant Pathology, Master of Science (M.Sc.) Home Science etc. You can also find a brief overview of the different courses offered by the university across various disciplines with their specializations on the Course page.

Infrastructure and Facilities

The Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani has a sprawling campus that is well-maintained and provides a serene environment for learning. The buildings are modern and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani making it easier for students to learn and faculty to teach. The classrooms of Kerala Agricultural University, College of Agriculture Vellayani, lecture halls, and labs are spacious, comfortable, and designed to provide an excellent learning experience. The library is also outstanding, with a vast collection of books, online resources, and knowledgeable librarians.

Mission -

Excellence in Agricultural Education, Research, and Extension for Sustainable Agricultural Development and Livelihood security of the farming community.

Vision -

Kerala Agricultural University is well poised to meet the challenges ahead that transform the agriculture sector into the engine of growth of Kerala's economy by providing the human resources, and skills and technology for the sustainable development of the state's agriculture, all economic activities put to the production of biomass-based land and water including crop production (agriculture) and forestry.