Srinagar, June 14 -- Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir today saw an overwhelming participation in its undergraduate entrance test underscoring a shift in student preference towards institutions that prioritise innovation and future-readiness. The SKUAST-K University Entrance Test (UET) for undergraduate courses was held today, drawing a staggering 17,000 candidates competing just 900 seats across 14 diverse disciplines. With a remarkable 94% attendance rate, the atmosphere at the 20 designated examination centres -- 18 in Srinagar and 2 in Jammu -- was one of intense focus and academic rigour. This surge in applications stands in stark contrast to the broader trend where many institutions struggl...