To study B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering) in Maharashtra, international students need 45% in PCM at 10+2 via 10+2 with PCM. Students with non-Indian qualifications need an AIU equivalence certificate.
To study B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering) in Maharashtra as an international student, you must have passed 10+2 with PCM.
Academic Requirement
You must have passed 10+2 with PCM. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with PCM, with a minimum of 45% in PCM 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 PCM at 10+2 | Valid foreign passport; AIU certificate if board is outside India |
| NRI | 45% in PCM at 10+2 | Student passport + NRI proof of qualifying relative |
| OCI / PIO | 45% in PCM at 10+2 | OCI card or PIO documentation |
| CIWGC | 45% in PCM 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.Tech (Agriculture Engineering) in Maharashtra?
45% in PCM at 10+2. The qualifying basis is 10+2 with PCM.
Which subjects or background do I need?
Physics, chemistry and mathematics.
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.