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Prachi Bhatia

Updated on 25th May, 2023 , 9 min read

The online registration for the OUAT Entrance Exam 2023 application form ended on May 9, 2023. The deadline for submitting the online fee for the exam was May 10, 2023. The admit cards for the OUAT Entrance Exam 2023 will be released ten days before the scheduled exam date. On April 6, the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) released the UG examination process for the session 2023-24 through online mode on their official website. Candidates who wanted to apply for the OUAT Entrance Exam 2023 for a diploma in Agro-polytechnic or for UG courses for the 2023-2024 session as passout students of OUAT could fill the application form by visiting the official website.

The OUAT Entrance Exam 2023 is scheduled to take place on June 22 and June 23, 2023. The exam will be conducted as a Computer Based Test at approximately 26 centers across the country. The OUAT UG 2023 exam consists of three sections totaling 200 marks. It is recommended that candidates attempt all sections. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours. The availability of students' response sheets on the website and the opportunity for candidates to challenge them will be displayed on tentative dates, specifically from July 5, 2023, to July 7, 2023. The declaration of OUAT entrance examination 2023 scores in percentiles will be made on tentative dates, specifically on July 21, 2023.

The filling of the OUAT Form B will begin on June 26, 2023, and the last date for submission of Form B will be July 17, 2023. The rank list of candidates who appeared in the examination will be displayed online on the official website on August 1, 2023. The availability of Intimation cum Rank Cards online will be displayed on August 8, 2023. The OUAT entrance exam 2023 counseling and admission process will commence from August 16, 2023, to August 29, 2023. The admission process for State Government Sponsored Candidates will begin on August 21, 2023. The Orientation Program and commencement of classes will start from September 1, 2023.

What is OUAT Entrance Exam?

Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) administers an entrance exam each year for admission into undergraduate and postgraduate programs within the Agriculture and Technology field. The examination is conducted in 24 cities and usually takes place on separate dates for each level of study.

The OUAT Entrance Examination offers the opportunity for candidates to select from a variety of desired undergraduate, postgraduate, and special courses. These courses cover various fields, such as Agriculture, Veterinary, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Agriculture Engineering, Fishery Science, and more. Successful completion of the examination can result in admission to OUAT programs in these diverse fields of study.

OUAT 2023: Highlights

Exam Name

OUAT

Full Form

Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology Common Entrance Test

Exam Level

University Level

Conducted By

Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology

Application Mode

Online

Languages

English 

Exam Mode

Offline/Pen and paper-based test

Exam Duration

120 Minutes

Official Website

 www.ouat.nic.in

Helpdesk

9078570345 | 0674-2397970 

OUAT Exam Date 2023

Below are the tentative dates for OUAT UG & PG 2023 exams.

Events

Dates - UG

Dates - PG

Registration Start Date

6th April 2023

6th May 2023

Last Date of Application Submission

9th May 2023

7th June 2023

Last Date for Fee Payment 

10th May 2023

8th June 2023

Mock Tests Availability Dates

12th June 2023

-

Admit Card Release Date

12th June 2023

7th July 2023

OUAT UG 2023 Exam Date (CBT)

22nd June 2023

16th July 2023

OUAT Application Form B Availability

26th June 2023

-

Submission of OUAT Application Form B 

17th June 2023

-

OUAT 2023 Result Date

1st August 2023

10th August 2023

Declaration of OUAT 2023 Rank List

-

18th August 2023

OUAT Spot Counselling and Admissions Date

16th to 29th August 2023

5th to 8th September

OUAT Display of Selection List

Dec 2023 - Third Week

Nov 2023 - Second Week

Admission and Collection of Fee

Dec 2023 - Last Week

Nov 2023 - Second Week

OUAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria

In May 2023, the OUAT is likely to publish the UG examination procedure for the 2023-24 academic year on its official website. Information about the OUAT 2023 application form dates will also be available soon on the official website. Candidates interested in taking the NEST 2023 exam are advised to complete their application forms before the third week of June. Additionally, candidates should review the OUAT UG 2023 eligibility requirements before filling out the application form.

To enroll in a BSc program at Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, candidates must have completed their Class 11 and 12 studies with Science, obtaining a minimum aggregate score of 50%, including additional optional subjects. However, candidates who have applied for admission under the SC/ST/PH category must have secured a minimum of 40% marks in their qualifying exam. In addition to the above requirements, applicants must have studied the following subjects to be considered eligible for admission to OUAT in 2023:

Course Name

Subjects in Qualifying Exam

BSc (Agriculture)

PCM or PCB

BSc (Forestry)

PCM or PCB

BSc (Horticulture)

PCM or PCB

BSc (Home Science)

PCM or PCB

P- Physics

C- Chemistry

M- Mathematics

OUAT has additional eligibility criteria for BSc admissions through its entrance exam, which are listed below:

Aspirants must have passed the HSC or equivalent examination with Odia as MIL.

  • If candidates do not have Odia as their MIL but their parents are permanent residents of Odisha, they must provide evidence of permanent residency in the form of a certificate from the concerned Revenue Officer (not below the rank of Tahasildar/District Magistrate/their employer).
  • If candidates do not have Odia as their MIL and their parents are not permanent residents of Odisha but are serving under the Govt. of Odisha/Central Govt. /Public Undertaking or any University in the State of Odisha, they must provide a certificate from the Head of the Office/Institution where their parent(s) is/are working to confirm the same.
  • If Odia students permanently reside outside Odisha, they must provide a certificate confirming their Odisha origin either from their employer/Tahasildar/District Magistrate (of the district in which they reside) or from the Tahasildar/District Magistrate of their native place in Odisha.
  • The eligibility criteria in point 2 and 4 above do not apply to ICAR/VCI nominees, foreign candidates, state government-sponsored candidates, or children of OUAT employees.

Important Date: As per the official website, if candidates wish to apply for admission in BSc (Ag.), BSc (Hort.), BSc (Forestry), or BSc (Home Science) but have not studied Mathematics or Biology at the +2 level, they will need to fulfill this requirement by taking pre-requisite courses in the respective subject(s). These courses will be offered during the first two semesters.

As of December 31, 2023, candidates must have attained the age of 17 years (i.e., they should be born on or before December 31, 2004) to be eligible for the admission process.

OUAT Application Form 2023

The OUAT 2023 application form will be available on the official website, and candidates are advised to review the instructions and information before filling it out. It is essential for all applicants to confirm that they meet the eligibility requirements before applying for the OUAT 2023 Exam. Failure to do so will lead to disqualification, and the application form will be considered invalid. To prevent any errors during the process, please read through the OUAT application process outlined below.

To ensure a successful application process for OUAT, candidates must carefully follow the required instructions. Below is a guide on how to complete the OUAT application process without errors:

Step 1: Registration and Filling Out the Application Form

Visit the official website and click on the link 'Submission of Online Application Form for OUAT Common Entrance Examination 2023' to initiate the online registration process.

To register, candidates need to provide a valid email address, mobile number, and Aadhaar number/enrollment number.

Candidates must ensure that they enter the correct mobile number, as the institution will send an SMS for authentication purposes using OTP.

Once the registration process is complete, the application form will appear on the screen. Candidates need to fill in personal details (name, gender, date of birth, religion, category, etc.), academic information, and communication information (address, email ID and mobile number).

After completing all the necessary fields in the application form, click 'Register and Proceed.' A computer-generated application ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile number via SMS.

On the applicant's login page, candidates should use this unique ID and password as their login credentials.

Step 2: Payment of Application Fees

All applicants must pay the non-refundable application fees for the OUAT 2023 common entrance test. Payment can be made both online and offline.

To pay online, candidates can use a debit/credit card or net banking. Alternatively, they can pay in cash at a Common Service Center (Jana Seva Kendra) near their location.

The application fee is INR 1350 for all categories of candidates.

Candidates must provide the relevant payment details on the bank website, save the transaction receipt, and print it for future reference.

Step 3: Uploading Images and Documents

Candidates must upload scanned images of their passport-sized photo and signature. In addition, students applying for graduate and doctoral programs must also upload their certificates and mark sheets. The prospectus will specify the required documents and the size and format constraints.

After completing all of the above steps, a confirmation page will appear, which candidates must print for future correspondence.

The scanned copies of the photograph and signature files must be in the following format and resolution:

Image

Format

Height x (in pixels)

File size

Photograph

.jpg/ jpeg

200 x 150

20- 50 KB

Signature

.jpg/ jpeg

100 x 150

10- 20 KB

OUAT Admit Card 2023

The OUAT 2023 admit cards for undergraduate and postgraduate programs will be available on the official website, and candidates can download them once they are released. The OUAT admit card is a crucial document for the exam, and entry into the exam center will not be allowed without it. The admit card contains essential information about the candidate and details about the exam center and schedule.

To download the OUAT admit card, candidates should visit the official website of Orissa University and follow the steps mentioned below. It is recommended that candidates keep the admit card safe even after the exam for future reference.

How to download the OUAT Admit Card 2023?

To download the OUAT 2023 admit card, follow these steps:

  • Go to the official website of OUAT.
  • Look for the "OUAT Admit Card 2023" link and click on it.
  • Enter your application number, contact number, and date of birth as required.
  • Click the "submit" button.
  • Your OUAT admit card will appear on the screen.
  • Check the details mentioned on the admit card to ensure their accuracy.
  • Download the admit card and take a printout of it for future reference.

The OUAT admit card contains important information that candidates should verify and keep for reference. The following details should be present on the OUAT admit card:

  • Candidate's name
  • Father's name
  • Date of Birth
  • Candidate's residential address
  • Date and time of the examination
  • Center of the examination

On the day of the examination, candidates must bring one of the following identification documents with them:

  • Aadhar Card
  • Voter ID Card
  • PAN Card
  • Driving License
  • School or College ID card
  • Passport
  • National Bank Passbook (with photograph)

OUAT Exam Pattern 2023

To get an understanding of the distribution of questions and topics in the OUAT 2023 exam, candidates must go through the OUAT 2023 exam pattern. Once familiar with the OUAT 2023 exam pattern and marking scheme, candidates can create a plan for their preparation schedule and exam strategy. The OUAT 2023 exam pattern is listed below for reference.

Subjects

Total Marks

Biology/ Mathematics

68

Chemistry

66

Physics

66

Total

200

OUAT 2023 Exam Centers

During the application process, candidates can select their preferred OUAT exam center from various locations across the state of Orissa. It is advised that candidates choose an exam center that is in their proximity or easily accessible. After selecting the OUAT exam center, no further change requests can be made, making it crucial for candidates to choose their exam center wisely. The available choices for OUAT exam centers are listed below:

Angul

Balangir

Balasore

Baragarh

Baripada

Berhampur

Bhadrak

Bhawanipatna

Bhubaneswar

Boudh

Cuttack

Deogarh

Dhenkanal

Jagatsinghpur

Jajpur

Jeypore

Jharasuguda

Kendrapara

Keonjhar

Khurda

Malkangiri

Nabarangpur

Nayagarh

Nuapada

Paralakhemundi

Phulbani

Puri

Rayagada

Rourkela

Sambalpur

Sonepur

   

OUAT Result 2023

Once the OUAT 2023 exams have been conducted successfully, the results will be announced and published on the official website. Candidates must note that the OUAT 2023 result will be based entirely on their performance in the exam. Hence, it is crucial to prepare well and perform to the best of their ability. The evaluation of the answers will determine the OUAT results, which will be made public.

To check the OUAT 2023 result, candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps:

Step 1: Go to the official website of Odisha University.

Step 2: Click on the 'Admissions' tab on the dashboard.

Step 3: Select the link to download the rank cards and go to the 'Downloads' section.

Step 4: Click on the download icon and enter the login credentials.

Step 5: After logging in, download and save the rank card for future reference.

Read More About: OIUAT 2023 Result

OUAT Cut Off: Previous Year

Category

General

SC

ST

Course

Opening Rank

Closing Rank

Opening Rank

Closing Rank

Opening Rank

Closing Rank

B.Sc (Agriculture) BBSR

77.16

72.54

72.58

68.9

72.6

62.4

B.Sc.(Agriculture), Bhawanipatna

75.57

71.33

66.3

65.6

60.5

59.8

B.Sc.(Horticulture)

72.41

70

65.5

64.8

58.8

58.5

B.Sc. (Agriculture), Chiplima

70.69

68.05

68.6

67.45

62.4

61.8

B.Sc.(Forestry)

67.8

65.05

64.2

60.83

56.7

55.41

B.Tech(Agricultural Engineering)

79.37

74.87

66.7

65.83

59.33

57.3

B.V.Sc & A.H.

70.99

68.75

74.10

73.08

64.54

59.73

B.F.Sc

68.0

67.0

63.7

63.5

58.3

56.8

B.Sc.(Home Science)

68.72

41.87

58.0

56.3

51.8

49.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The OUAT Entrance Exam is a state-level entrance exam conducted by the Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) for admission into various undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of agriculture, horticulture, veterinary science, and animal husbandry.

When will the OUAT Entrance Exam be conducted?

The OUAT Entrance Exam is usually conducted in the month of May or June every year. The exact date of the exam is announced on the official website of OUAT.

What is the eligibility criteria for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The eligibility criteria for the OUAT Entrance Exam varies for different courses. However, the basic eligibility criteria for all courses is that the candidate must have passed the 10+2 examination with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.

What is the application fee for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The application fee for the OUAT Entrance Exam is Rs. 1,000/- for general category candidates and Rs. 500/- for SC/ST candidates.

How can I apply for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

You can apply for the OUAT Entrance Exam by visiting the official website of OUAT and filling out the online application form. You need to upload your photograph and signature and pay the application fee online to complete the application process.

What is the exam pattern for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The OUAT Entrance Exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and is conducted in offline mode. The exam duration is 2 hours and the maximum marks are 200. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

When will the OUAT Entrance Exam result be declared?

The OUAT Entrance Exam result is usually declared within a month after the exam is conducted. You can check your result on the official website of OUAT.

What is the minimum cut-off score for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The minimum cut-off score for the OUAT Entrance Exam varies every year depending on the number of candidates appearing for the exam and the difficulty level of the exam. However, candidates are required to score a minimum of 50% marks in the entrance exam to be eligible for admission.

What are the documents required at the time of counselling for the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The documents required at the time of counselling for the OUAT Entrance Exam are 10th and 12th mark sheets, OUAT Entrance Exam admit card, OUAT Entrance Exam rank card, category certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents as specified by the university.

What are the courses offered through the OUAT Entrance Exam?

The courses offered through the OUAT Entrance Exam include B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Tech. (Agricultural Engineering), B.F.Sc., M.Sc. (Ag), M.Sc. (Forestry), M.V.Sc., and MBA (Agribusiness Management).

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