Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences

What Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences does

SHUATS (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences) is a private, nonprofit, Christian minority university located on a 1,040-acre campus in Naini, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. Founded in 1910 by American missionary Dr. Sam Higginbottom as the Allahabad Agricultural Institute, it became a deemed university in 2000, was renamed SHIATS in 2009, and was elevated to full-fledged state university status under U.P. Act No. 35 of 2016. The university is owned and administered by the Sam Higginbottom Educational and Charitable Society (SHECS). SHUATS delivers multi-disciplinary higher education across six faculties — Agriculture, Engineering and Technology, Science, Theology, Management/Humanities/Social Sciences, and Health Sciences — through 42 undergraduate, 101 postgraduate, 16 diploma, and doctoral programs, serving approximately 6,000 students with a faculty and staff base of around 1,200.

The university's academic infrastructure is organized into constituent institutes and schools including the Naini Agricultural Institute, Jacob Institute of Biotechnology and Bio-Engineering (JIBBE), Vaugh Institute of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (VIAET), Warner College of Dairy Technology, College of Forestry, Joseph School of Business Studies, Chitamber School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Shalom Institute of Health and Allied Sciences, Christian College of Nursing, Gospel and Plough Institute of Theology, and Makino School of Continuing and Non-Formal Education. SHUATS holds NAAC 'A Grade' accreditation (CGPA 3.14/4), MHRD 'A' category classification, ICAR and ICFRE accreditations, ISO 9001:2015 certification, and NIRF Rank 85 for Pharmaceutical Sciences. Digital services include SHUATS Students Online Services (SSOS), SHUATS SUPER e-redressal portal, and the SHUATS Connect mobile app.

SHUATS operates a subscription-based tuition revenue model supplemented by government grants (ICAR, ICFRE, UGC, MHRD), research grants and consultancy, hostel and accommodation fees, and a planned diversification into industrial units (seed production, dairy, processing, agricultural machinery). The go-to-market is sales-led admissions via a central helpdesk, phone helplines, an online application portal, and outreach campaigns. The dedicated Placement Cell connects students with 115+ recruiting organizations across IT, FMCG, dairy, agricultural machinery, agritech, and financial services. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences

Legal name

Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology And Sciences

Website

https://shuats.edu.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Short description

SHUATS is a private, nonprofit, Christian minority university in Prayagraj, India, founded in 1910, offering multi-disciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and diploma programs across agriculture, engineering, science, health, management, and theology to approximately 6,000 students on a 1,040-acre campus.

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Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

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Technical Universities with Energy, Materials & Sustainability Focus (EDAHAEAL)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Agricultural education
• Engineering and technology programs
• Health sciences education
• Theological education

Headquarters

HQ city

Prayagraj (Naini)

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: The primary revenue stream is tuition and fees collected from students enrolled in undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral programs across all faculties. Fee structure is publicly listed on the university website. The university offers 42 undergraduate programs, 101 postgraduate programs, 16 diploma programs, and doctoral programs in various disciplines.
2. Government Grants and Financial Support: SHUATS receives government grants and support from bodies including ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research), ICFRE (Indian Council of Forest Research Education), and UGC (University Grants Commission). As a minority institution certified by the Government of Uttar Pradesh and recognized by MHRD, the university is eligible for various government funding schemes.
3. Research Grants and Consultancy: The university generates revenue through research projects funded by national and international agencies, as well as consultancy services provided by faculty and departments. The Directorates of Research and Innovation, Projects & Consultancy oversee these activities.
4. Hostel and Accommodation Services: Revenue is generated from hostel fees charged to residential students. Separate men's and women's hostels provide accommodation with mess services, Wi-Fi, and other amenities.
5. Industrial Ventures and Commercialization: Per the vision document, SHUATS plans to develop industrial units including seed production farms, dairy farms, piggery units, poultry units, processing units, milk processing units, meat and vegetable processing units, olive plantation, and agricultural machinery production to diversify revenue sources beyond student fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

SHUATS is a multi-faculty university that delivers higher education through 42 undergraduate, 101 postgraduate, and 16 diploma programs across six faculties (Agriculture, Engineering & Technology, Science, Theology, Management/Humanities/Social Sciences, and Health Sciences), delivered via 11 constituent institutes and schools. The university offers on-campus residential facilities, digital student services (SSOS portal, e-redressal portal, mobile app), and facilitates career placements through a dedicated Placement Cell partnering with 115+ organizations. It also conducts agricultural research, extension activities (Gaon Saathi model), and is developing industrial units (seed production, dairy, piggery, poultry, processing, olive plantation) to supplement tuition revenue.

Product overview

SHUATS is a multi-faculty university offering a portfolio of academic programs across six faculties: Agriculture, Engineering and Technology, Science, Management/Humanities/Social Sciences, Health Sciences, and Theology. The university delivers 42 undergraduate programs, 101 postgraduate programs, 16 diploma programs, and doctoral programs across its constituent institutes and schools. Key academic units include the Naini Agricultural Institute (agriculture), Jacob Institute of Biotechnology and Bio-Engineering (JIBBE, biotechnology), Vaugh Institute of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (VIAET, agricultural engineering), Warner College of Dairy Technology (dairy science), College of Forestry (forestry), Joseph School of Business Studies (business management), Chitamber School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Shalom Institute of Health and Allied Sciences, Christian College of Nursing, Gospel and Plough Institute of Theology, and Makino School of Continuing and Non-Formal Education. Beyond academics, SHUATS operates digital service platforms including SHUATS Students Online Services (SSOS) for degree/marksheet issuance, SHUATS SUPER for e-grievance redressal, and the SHUATS Connect mobile app. Campus facilities include the Central Library and Hayes Memorial Mission Hospital.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Naini Agricultural Institute (NAI) Academic Programs Undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs in agricultural sciences offered under the Faculty of Agriculture, providing practical training and research in sustainable farming practices for students pursuing B.Sc. Agriculture, M.Sc. Agriculture, and related degrees.
• Jacob Institute of Biotechnology and Bio-Engineering (JIBBE) Academic Programs Programs in biotechnology and bio-engineering under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, focused on research and innovation in biological and engineering sciences for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Vaugh Institute of Agricultural Engineering and Technology (VIAET) Academic Programs Specialized programs in agricultural engineering, farm machinery, and technology dissemination for farming communities, offered under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology.
• Warner College of Dairy Technology Academic Programs Education and research in dairy technology, covering dairy processing, dairy chemistry, and dairy microbiology disciplines for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• College of Forestry Academic Programs Programs in forestry, forest biology, and environmental science under the Faculty of Agriculture, ICFRE-accredited with A+ rating.
• Joseph School of Business Studies Academic Programs Undergraduate and postgraduate management programs including BBA and MBA under the Faculty of Management, Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Chitamber School of Humanities and Social Sciences Academic Programs Programs in arts, humanities, and social sciences under the Faculty of Management, Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Shalom Institute of Health and Allied Sciences Academic Programs Programs in public health, clinical laboratory sciences, and allied health disciplines under the Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Christian College of Nursing Academic Programs Nursing education programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels under the Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Gospel and Plough Institute of Theology Academic Programs Theological education and Christian ministry programs under the Faculty of Theology, aligned with the university's Gospel and Plough mission.
• Makino School of Continuing and Non-Formal Education Programs Continuing education and non-formal learning programs that extend educational access beyond traditional degree structures.
• On-Campus Residential Hostel Services Separate men's and women's hostel accommodation with mess services, Wi-Fi, and other residential amenities for enrolled students.
• Placement Cell Services A dedicated Placement Cell facilitating on-campus recruitment drives, internships, industry visits, and career counseling sessions connecting students with 115+ partner organizations including Infosys, Wipro, ITC, HDFC Life, Mahindra & Mahindra, Nestle India, Larsen & Toubro, John Deere India, Mother Dairy, Amul, and Reliance Industries.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 116 years of educational excellence since 1910
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers22 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• InfosyscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInfosys recruits graduates from SHUATS through campus placement drives, providing career opportunities for students in the IT services sector. Infosys is a major Indian multinational corporation providing business consulting, IT, and outsourcing services.
• WiprocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWipro recruits SHUATS graduates through on-campus placement drives for IT services and business process outsourcing roles. Wipro is a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company.
• ITC LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorITC Limited recruits SHUATS graduates across its divisions including FMCG, agriculture, hospitality, and packaging. ITC is one of India's largest private sector companies with significant presence in agriculture and food processing.
• Reliance IndustriescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReliance Industries recruits SHUATS graduates through campus placement drives for roles spanning retail, energy, petrochemicals, and telecommunications. Reliance is India's largest private sector company by market capitalization.
• Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMahindra & Mahindra recruits SHUATS graduates including Soumya Rai (B.Tech Agriculture), Ayan Aryan, and Shivam Patel for agricultural engineering, tractor manufacturing, and farm equipment roles. Mahindra is a leading Indian multinational automobile manufacturer.
• Nestle IndiacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNestle India recruits SHUATS graduates specializing in food technology, dairy technology, and agricultural sciences through campus placements. Nestle is a global Swiss multinational food and drink processing corporation.
• Larsen & Toubro (L&T)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLarsen & Toubro recruits SHUATS engineering graduates through campus placement drives for construction, engineering, and infrastructure projects. L&T is one of India's largest multinational engineering and technology companies.
• John Deere IndiacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJohn Deere India recruits SHUATS graduates for agricultural machinery design, manufacturing, and sales roles. John Deere is a leading global manufacturer of agricultural, construction, and forestry machinery.
• Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable Pvt. Ltd.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMother Dairy recruits SHUATS graduates specializing in dairy technology, agriculture, and food processing through campus placements. Mother Dairy is a leading Indian dairy company fully owned by the National Dairy Development Board.
• Amul (GCMMF)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmul (Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation) recruits SHUATS dairy technology graduates for dairy processing, quality control, and marketing roles. Amul is India's largest dairy brand and a globally recognized cooperative.
• Escorts Kubota LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEscorts Kubota Limited recruits SHUATS graduates including Surbhi Yadav (B.Tech Agriculture) and Nigam Kumar Sinha (B.Tech Agriculture) for agricultural engineering and sales roles. Escorts Kubota is a leading Indian multinational in agri-machinery and railway equipment.
• HDFC Life Insurance CompanycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHDFC Life recruits SHUATS graduates including Tanya Kumari (MBA) and Ravi Tripathi (MBA) for insurance and financial services roles through campus placements. HDFC Life is one of India's leading life insurance companies.
• AgrostarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAgrostar recruits SHUATS graduates including Agrani Prashansa (B.Sc. Agriculture), Vineet Nandan (B.Sc. Horticulture), and Aditi Sinha (B.Sc. Agriculture) for agritech and agricultural input sales roles. Agrostar is a leading Indian agritech startup.
• Bayer CropSciencecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBayer CropScience recruits SHUATS agriculture graduates for crop science, agronomy, and agricultural input development roles. Bayer is a global multinational in life sciences with a strong crop science division.
• MphasisminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMphasis recruits SHUATS graduates for IT services and technology roles through campus placement drives. Mphasis is a leading IT services company specializing in cloud and cognitive solutions.
• Association of Indian Universities (AIU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a recognized member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), a premier organization that promotes university education in India and facilitates academic coordination among universities.
• Indian Agricultural Universities Association (IAUA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a member of the Indian Agricultural Universities Association, which fosters collaboration and excellence among agricultural universities across India.
• International Association of Universities (IAU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a member of the International Association of Universities, a UNESCO-backed global association of higher education institutions that promotes international collaboration and academic exchange.
• Asia-Pacific Association of Agricultural Research Institutions (APAARI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS participates in APAARI, a voluntary association that promotes agricultural research and innovation in the Asia-Pacific region through collaborative networks.
• Global Consortium of Higher Education and Research for Agriculture (GCHERA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a member of GCHERA, an international consortium that brings together higher education and research institutions in agriculture to address global challenges.
• Global Forum on Agricultural Research (GFAR)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS participates in GFAR, a global forum that coordinates agricultural research and innovation across institutions worldwide.
• Asian Association of Agricultural Colleges and Universities (AAACU)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a member of AAACU, an association promoting cooperation among agricultural colleges and universities across Asia.
• All India Association for Christian Higher Education (AIACHE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is affiliated with AIACHE, which represents Christian higher education institutions in India and advocates for quality and equity in education.
• Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSHUATS is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, the world's first and oldest international university network, facilitating global academic exchange and collaboration.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Banaras Hindu University: Large central research university with significant agricultural sciences and engineering programs via its Institute of Agricultural Sciences. Competes for the same student demographic in Uttar Pradesh and offers broader academic portfolio.
• Tamil Nadu Agricultural University: State agricultural university with extensive agriculture, engineering, and technology programs. Comparable in academic scope but serves a different regional market.

Emerging players

• Amity University: Multi-campus private Indian university with agriculture and biotechnology programs. Emerging private competitor with significantly larger enrollment and stronger brand visibility.
• Lovely Professional University: Large private Indian university offering agriculture, engineering, and biotechnology programs. Emerging private-sector competitor with multi-campus scale and stronger national marketing reach than SHUATS.
• Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT): Large private Indian university with engineering, biotechnology, and applied sciences programs. Competes for engineering and technology students who might otherwise consider SHUATS' B.Tech offerings.

Direct peers

• GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology: India's first agricultural university (est. 1960) with a similar focus on agriculture, engineering, and technology programs. Directly comparable as a state-funded agricultural university competing for the same student pool in North India.
• Punjab Agricultural University: Premier state agricultural university in North India offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in agriculture, agricultural engineering, and biotechnology. Directly competes with SHUATS for North Indian agricultural students.
• Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University: Major state agricultural university offering agriculture, engineering, and allied sciences programs with ICAR accreditation. Comparable in scale, program mix, and student demographic to SHUATS.
• Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University: Large state agricultural university offering comprehensive agriculture, engineering, and technology programs. Comparable multi-faculty structure and similar focus on agricultural extension and research.

Others

• Christian Medical College, Vellore: Prominent Christian minority-affiliated medical institution in India. Comparable to SHUATS in terms of Christian minority institution heritage and faith-based mission, though focused on medical rather than agricultural education.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

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Profiles8 records

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