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ApplyThe campus at NDRI in Karnal is something special. It feels beautiful and peaceful, with all that green space thats kept nice and open. Classrooms and labs there are pretty modern. They help with real studying. The library stands out too. Students can find tons of stuff in it. Hostels come across as homey. They have the basics, Wi-Fi, and spots to chill in common rooms. Then theres sports areas, a medical spot, even guest houses. All that keeps things comfy on campus. Sure, some older buildings need fixing up. Still, the whole setup makes student days go easy and fun.
There are many ICAR Universities in India including:
1. ICAR New Delhi - Indian Agricultural Research Institute New Delhi
2. NDRI Karnal - National Dairy Research Institute Karnal
3. IVRI Izatnagar - Indian Veterinary Research Institute Izatnagar
4. CIFE Mumbai - Central Institute of Fisheries Education Mumbai
NDRI Karnal offers very reliable placements in Dairy/Food Tech with 80–90% placement rate and average packages around rs. 4–6 LPA (top rs. 12–15 LPA).
BHU Food Tech is newer but benefits from IIT-BHU collaboration, with B.Tech placements showing much higher averages (rs. 20 LPA+) and some top offers crossing rs.
The cut off for general category students for admission to the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal depends on the course and the entrance exam.
Among top 100 Universities Globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2026
NAAC A+ Accredited | Among top 2% Universities Globally (QS World University Rankings 2026)
15 Years in Campus Education | 5 Departments | 29 Programs
NAAC A++ Grade | Recognized as Category-1 Deemed to be University by UGC
Ranked #45 Among Universities in India by NIRF | 1950+ Students Placed, 91% Placement, 800+ Recruiters
Master's programs in Sustainability Science and Practice; Climate Change Science and Practice; Urban Economic and Infrastructure Development; Human Development Policy and Practice
NDRI Karnal is conducting CAFT training in Dairy Processing from Jan 13 to Feb 2, 2026.
NDRI Karnal is conducting 10 days certificate course on Functional Starter Cultures from Feb 3 to 12, 2026.