Attention future agricultural experts! The agricultural university admission season for 2025 is here. Nine public agricultural universities in Bangladesh have announced their combined admission process for the 2024-2025 academic year. This “cluster system” makes it easier for students to apply to multiple top agricultural institutions with a single application and test. The official circular was released on February 11, 2025. Applications opened shortly after, and the admission test date is set. This guide provides the latest information on Agricultural University Admission 2025.
Agricultural University Admission 2025
The Agricultural University Admission 2025 process follows a specific timeline. The application window opened on February 15, 2025, and closed on March 16, 2025. The main event, the admission test, is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Please note a recent change: the test time has been shifted. It will now take place from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, instead of the previously announced 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This admission cycle covers entry into the first-year undergraduate programs across nine leading agricultural universities in Bangladesh. This year, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), Mymensingh, is leading the admission process. A total of 3,863 seats are available across the nine universities.
The participating universities and their seat numbers are:
- Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh: 1116 seats
- Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (now Gazipur Agricultural University), Gazipur: 435 seats
- Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka: 705 seats
- Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Patuakhali: 423 seats
- Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chattogram: 275 seats
- Sylhet Agricultural University, Sylhet: 580 seats
- Khulna Agricultural University, Khulna: 150 seats
- Habiganj Agricultural University, Habiganj: 99 seats
- Kurigram Agricultural University, Kurigram: 80 seats
Application Eligibility
To be eligible for the Agricultural University Admission 2025, candidates must meet these requirements:
- Passed SSC/Equivalent exam in 2020, 2021, or 2022.
- Passed HSC/Equivalent exam in 2023 or 2024. Students who passed the SSC/Equivalent improvement exam in 2023 are also eligible.
- Must be from the Science group with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics as subjects.
- Minimum GPA of 4.00 (excluding the 4th subject) in both SSC/Equivalent and HSC/Equivalent exams.
- Minimum total GPA of 8.50 (excluding the 4th subject) combined from SSC/Equivalent and HSC/Equivalent exams.
- For GCE candidates: Must have passed at least 5 subjects in O-Level and at least 2 science subjects in A-Level. Minimum GPA of 4.00 in each (O & A Level) and a total minimum GPA of 8.50 is required. Grades A and B are calculated as GPA 5 and 4, respectively.
- Quotas: Special quotas are available for children of freedom fighters and for candidates from tribal/ethnic minority groups or non-tribal residents of hill tract areas. Applicants must select the quota option and upload necessary documents (Freedom fighter certificate for FF quota, District Commissioner’s certificate for tribal/hill tract quota) in PDF format (max 2MB).
How to Apply?
The application process is entirely online via the official admission website: https://acas.edu.bd.
- Visit the website acas.edu.bd.
- Find the application link (usually available between Feb 15 and Mar 16).
- Follow the instructions to fill out the online application form. You’ll need your SSC and HSC details.
- Choose your preferred exam centers from the list of nine universities, ranking them from 1 to 9. Center allocation depends on preference order, seat availability, and application submission time. The centers are the nine participating universities.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of BDT 1200 (excluding transaction charges). Payment can be made via mobile banking, online banking, debit card, or credit card as per website instructions.
- Upload necessary documents if applying under a quota.
- Submit the application.
Admit Card Download
Admit cards will be available for download from the admission website (https://acas.edu.bd) starting March 28, 2025, up until the admission test date. Log in using your credentials, find the download link, and print two colour copies on A4 paper.
Admission Test Date/ Schedule
The Agricultural University Admission 2025 test will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025.
The test duration is one hour, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Note the time change from 11 AM – 12 PM).
The test will be conducted simultaneously across all nine university centers and any designated sub-centers.
Seat Plan
Detailed seat plans showing specific rooms and buildings for each candidate will be published on the admission website (https://acas.edu.bd) before the test date. Candidates should check the website regularly for updates regarding their assigned center and seat location.
Admission Test Marks Distribution
The admission test will be an MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) type exam totaling 100 marks. The questions will follow the HSC/Equivalent syllabus of 2024.
The subject-wise marks distribution is:
- English: 10 marks
- Zoology: 15 marks
- Botany: 15 marks
- Physics: 20 marks
- Chemistry: 20 marks
- Mathematics: 20 marks
Scoring: Each correct answer earns 1.00 mark. Each incorrect answer results in a deduction of 0.25 marks.
Admission Test Result
The final admission result will be prepared based on a total of 150 marks. This includes:
- 100 marks from the admission test.
- 25 marks based on SSC/Equivalent GPA (excluding 4th subject).
- 25 marks based on HSC/Equivalent GPA (excluding 4th subject).
A merit list and a waiting list will be created based on this total score. The results are expected to be published on or before April 17, 2025. Candidates can check their results by logging into the admission website (https://acas.edu.bd).
Next Procedure
After the results are published:
- Check the merit list on acas.edu.bd.
- If you are on the merit list, follow the instructions for final admission submission. This usually involves filling out another form and potentially paying an admission confirmation fee (check the official notification on acas.edu.bd for 2025 details).
- Universities will call candidates for admission based on the merit list and university-specific requirements or choices.
- Candidates from the waiting list may be called if seats remain vacant after the initial admission phase. Keep checking the website for updates.
Conclusion
The Agricultural University Admission 2025 offers a great opportunity for students passionate about agriculture and related sciences in Bangladesh. With a streamlined cluster system, applying is more convenient. Remember the key dates, eligibility criteria, and the revised test time (April 12, 3 PM – 4 PM). Prepare well according to the syllabus and marks distribution. Keep checking the official website https://acas.edu.bd for all updates, including the seat plan and results. For any issues, contact support via email: support@acas.edu.bd.