Centurion University, Andhra Pradesh

Where Agriculture
Meets Innovation

Centurion School of Smart Agriculture — CSSAg

A premier school dedicated to excellence in agricultural education, research, and rural development. Integrating precision farming, tissue culture, drone technology, hydroponics, and smart agriculture for the next generation.

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39
Specialised Labs
44
Domain Courses
140+
Skill Courses
164+
Publications
1L+
Farmers Trained
Hydroponics and precision agriculture research
Tissue culture laboratory
Students in agricultural fieldwork
2024
Est. Year

CSSAg at a Glance

Learning that
Transforms Society

The Centurion School of Smart Agriculture, founded in 2024, is a premier school dedicated to excellence in agricultural education, research, and rural development. We execute smart agriculture practices — precision farming, hydroponics, tissue culture, IoT-based cultivation, drone operations, drip/sprinkler irrigation — and translate knowledge into community impact.

Our faculty are 90% PhD-qualified with specialised expertise. Our NABL and DBT-certified laboratories conduct disease-free plant testing, human and animal sample analysis, and applied research.

Vision

To provide quality higher education through promotion of teaching-learning and research for development of efficient manpower in agriculture.

Mission

Provision of globally accredited academic programmes, training students in holistic skill and knowledge development, and disseminating agro-technology for community wellbeing.

Academic Programmes

Courses Designed for
Tomorrow's Agriculturists

As per ICAR Sixth Dean Committee Framework — integrating 5 learning components across 4 years.

🎓
4-Year UG Degree

B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture

India's premier 4-year honours programme following ICAR Sixth Dean Committee framework. Integrates classroom theory with practical farm experience.

  • Experiential Learning / Hands-on Training
  • In-Plant Training & Industrial Attachment
  • Rural Agriculture Work Experience (RAWE)
  • Skill Development Training
  • Student Research Projects
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Skill Integration

Domain & Skill Courses

44 domain courses providing theoretical depth, integrated with 140+ skill-based courses for practical competency and entrepreneurial readiness.

  • Agricultural Biotechnology & Genomics
  • Precision Farming & Drone Technology
  • Smart Agriculture & AI/ML in Agri
  • Organic Farming & Protected Cultivation
  • Agri-Finance & Entrepreneurship
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35 AELP Units

Experiential Learning Units

35 Applied Experiential Learning Programme (AELP) units bridge theory with real-world application across diverse agricultural disciplines.

  • Mushroom Cultivation & Organic Farming
  • Plant Tissue Culture & Biofertilizer
  • Apiculture, Lac Culture & Vermicompost
  • Protected Horticulture & Aquaculture
  • Hybrid Seed Production
Eligibility for B.Sc. Agriculture
+2 Science with Biology · General: 50% · SC/ST: 40% · Qualified CUEE or State Exam
Apply via cutmap.ac.in →
Plant nursery at CSSAg
Plant Nursery & Propagation
Students in the field
Field Learning
Outdoor classroom
Experiential Teaching
Agricultural fieldwork
Hands-on Fieldwork
Students on farm machinery
Farm Mechanisation

Infrastructure & Facilities

State-of-the-Art
Agricultural Infrastructure

Equipped with 39 specialised laboratories, advanced research centres, and smart farm units — creating an unparalleled ecosystem for applied learning and innovation.

Tissue Culture Lab
3
NABL Accredited Labs

Disease-free plant testing, human and animal sample testing certified by DBT, Ministry of Science & Technology, GOI.

Hydroponics Unit
39
Specialised Laboratories

Full spectrum labs including hydroponics, protected cultivation, speed breeding, tissue culture, soil testing and biotechnology.

Farm fields
6
Research Centres

Dedicated research centres for Smart Agriculture, Genetics & Genomics, Tissue Culture, Phytopharma, Drone Tech & Production.

Advanced lab equipment
AR/VR
Immersive Technology

Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and AI tools integrated into the B.Sc. Agriculture programme for immersive training and simulation.

Research Ecosystem

Integrated with 6
Research Centres

  • 01
    Centre for Smart Agriculture Research
    Focuses on precision farming, IoT applications, and automation to enhance agricultural efficiency.
  • 02
    Centre for Agriculture Production Research
    Dedicated to improving crop yields, sustainable farming practices, and resource management.
  • 03
    Centre for Genetics & Genomics
    Advances research in molecular breeding, genetic modification, and crop improvement.
  • 04
    Centre for Plant Tissue Culture & Vegetative Propagation
    Specialises in micropropagation and large-scale production of high-quality plants. Certified by DBT-NCSTCP, Ministry of Science & Technology, GOI.
  • 05
    Centre for Phytopharma
    Research on medicinal plants, bioactive compounds, and nutraceuticals for health applications.
  • 06
    Centre for Drone Technology
    Conducts research and provides agricultural drone services — field mapping, precision spraying, and crop monitoring.
Publications
164+
Research articles in Scopus & Web of Science indexed journals, with 78+ student awards at national conferences.
Research facility at CSSAg
Field teaching at CSSAg
CEL
Action-Reflection
Model

Understanding Pedagogy

Learning through
Change, Experience & Action

CSSAg adopts a transformative pedagogy rooted in the action-reflection model — integrating domain-specific knowledge and skill-based learning to create empowered, critical thinkers and practical problem-solvers.

Change

Equipped with knowledge, students are ready to drive change and create meaningful impact — transformation begins with them.

Experience

The perfect balance of knowledge and skills is the key to making a real difference — through 39 labs and 35 AELP units.

Learn

Lifelong learning is an extension of classrooms, books, and theories — through field, practice, internet and modern tools.

Traceability

Continuous assessment, practical work, and reflective learning records ensure transparency and accountability in education.

Precision Agriculture

Drone Technology
at Scale

CSSAg operates drone-based precision agriculture services — crop monitoring, field mapping, aerial spraying and NDVI analysis — empowering both students and farmers across the region.

80
Krishak Drones
20
Clusters
7
States
15
AP Districts

Community & Extension

From Classroom
to Community Impact

The B.Sc. Agriculture programme emphasises learning by doing through robust Extension Education initiatives. CSSAg has successfully trained 1,00,000+ farmers across 15 districts of Andhra Pradesh, focusing on sustainable practices, modern technologies, and innovative solutions for rural development.

5 Adopted Villages Rollavaaka Tekkali Keratam Amatavalasa Thallepudipeta
Students engage in direct marketing by assisting farmers in selling their produce at weekly rural markets (Haats). They collaborate with Rural Haat to promote value-added agricultural products and link farmers to potential markets. Certified under Skill India · PMKVY · NSDC · NCS-TCP.
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Farmers Benefitted
15
AP Districts
4,800
Farmers (Adopted Villages)
5
Adopted Villages

Global Recognition

Why Centurion
Stands Apart

Centurion University is recognised by the world's most prestigious institutions for its unique skill-integrated higher education model.

United Nations

Cited prominently by name in the UN General Assembly Report by the Secretary General on Right to Education for its unique education model.

UNESCO Case Study

Recognised in UNESCO Publication for its unique and scalable skill training education model serving tribal communities.

NITI Aayog SF Report

The ONLY University mentioned in the Best Practices of Our States' SF Report of NITI Aayog — a model of competitive federalism.

British Council

The ONLY University mentioned in the British Council Report on Social Enterprise in a Global Context for impact-driven education.

World Bank

Highlighted by the World Bank for uniqueness in skill-integrated higher education model — a globally scalable approach.

MSDE & NSDC

First University in India to be awarded the status of Assessment and Awarding Body pan-India by Government of India.

Centre of Excellence

Notified as Centre of Excellence by the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India (Gazette Notification).

Ernst & Young

Featured as a case study in Ernst & Young Report on Higher Education for its innovative skill integration model.

164+
Research Publications

CSSAg faculty and students are actively advancing knowledge in sustainable agriculture, rural development, and climate-resilient farming. Published in globally indexed journals with 78+ student awards at national conferences.

Scopus Indexed Web of Science 78+ Student Awards NAAC 'A' Grade

Begin Your Journey

Ready to Shape the
Future of Agriculture?

Join the Centurion School of Smart Agriculture and become part of a learning community that transforms society, empowers farmers, and drives India's agricultural future.

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