To gain admission into B.Sc. Agriculture institutes of Maharashtra, being in the 96 percentile in MHT CET most likely suffices. Here are some of the best:
1. Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola
Reputation: One of the oldest and top institutions for agriculture studies.
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Agriculture-related fields.
Placement: Good placement opportunities in agriculture and allied sectors.
2. Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri
Reputation :- Known for providing excellent programs on research and agriculture.
Courses Offered :- B.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc. in specializations.
Placement :- Facilitates placement in government and private agriculture companies.
3. Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (DBSKKV), Dapoli
Reputation: Famous for its coastal agriculture and horticulture focus.
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs.
Placement: Career options in agriculture-based companies, NGOs, and government sectors.
4. Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), Parbhani
Reputation: A premier Agri university of the Marathwada region.
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Agriculture), M.Sc. programs.
Placement: Extensive placement cell, while several students find placements in agriculture firms.
5. College of Agriculture, Pune (Affiliated with MPKV Rahuri) Reputed: Most aspirants would like Maharashtra's choice of agriculture. Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Agriculture) and several postgraduate options. Place of Placement: Strong placement support extended in agricultural research, development, and allied sectors.
The award won by Shivaji University at Kolhapur is: Quite good courses are matched well in agriculture.
Courses: B.Sc. (Agriculture).
Placements at the college: Affiliates in the agricultural business and researchers with placement opportunities.
7. College of Agriculture, Nagpur (Dr. PDKV, Akola affiliated)
Prestige: Education in agriculture and research in which renowned.
Courses Offered: B.Sc. (Agriculture).
Placement: Students usually secured a job in an agricultural industry, government, and NGOs.
With your 96 percentile, there is no reason not to claim a seat in any of these, provided you follow all the required procedures for admission. Also, keep checking their websites for the latest updates on cut-off and admission.