To study B.Sc. (Agri Bio-Technology) in Maharashtra, international students need 45% in PCB at 10+2 via 10+2 with PCB. Students with non-Indian qualifications need an AIU equivalence certificate.
To study B.Sc. (Agri Bio-Technology) in Maharashtra as an international student, you must have passed 10+2 with PCB.
Academic Requirement
You must have passed 10+2 with PCB. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with PCB, with a minimum of 45% in PCB at 10+2.
Eligibility by Category
The academic eligibility is the same across categories; the status proof differs. The table summarises the position.
| Category | Academic Requirement | Status Proof |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign National (FN) | 45% in PCB at 10+2 | Valid foreign passport; AIU certificate if board is outside India |
| NRI | 45% in PCB at 10+2 | Student passport + NRI proof of qualifying relative |
| OCI / PIO | 45% in PCB at 10+2 | OCI card or PIO documentation |
| CIWGC | 45% in PCB at 10+2 | Proof that a parent is an Indian worker in a Gulf country |
If Your Qualification Is From Outside India
If your Class 12 (HSC or equivalent) is from a non-Indian board or university, it must be recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification through an AIU (Association of Indian Universities) Equivalence Certificate. Obtain it before applying, as it is required during document verification.
Who Can File the Application?
Only three parties may submit the application:
- The Student — applying on their own behalf.
- A Parent — the candidate's father or mother.
- A Legal Guardian — holding a valid Court Guardianship Certificate issued by an Indian court under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890.
Relatives such as aunts, uncles, grandparents, and siblings cannot file the application, even with NRI status. Confirm the exact requirement on the category checklist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum qualification for B.Sc. (Agri Bio-Technology) in Maharashtra?
45% in PCB at 10+2. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with PCB.
Which subjects or background do I need?
Physics, chemistry and biology.
My qualification is from outside India — am I eligible?
Yes, if it is recognised as equivalent to the Indian qualification. You will need an AIU Equivalence Certificate, submitted with your application.
Can a relative apply on my behalf?
No. Only the student, a parent, or a court-appointed legal guardian can file the application. Other relatives, including those with NRI status, are not permitted.