Placement Statistics
The placement statistics for the B.Tech in Agricultural Economics program reflect strong industry demand and excellent student readiness. Over the last five years, the program has consistently maintained a high placement rate with significant growth in both domestic and international opportunities.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 800,000 | 400,000 | 380,000 | 92% | 32 |
| 2024 | 700,000 | 380,000 | 360,000 | 91% | 28 |
| 2023 | 650,000 | 360,000 | 340,000 | 89% | 25 |
| 2022 | 600,000 | 340,000 | 320,000 | 87% | 20 |
| 2021 | 550,000 | 320,000 | 300,000 | 85% | 18 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The program attracts top-tier organizations from various sectors, including IT/Software, Finance, Consulting, and Public Sector. Below are the leading recruiters for this branch:
- Ministry of Agriculture: Offers roles in policy development, research analysis, and rural development projects.
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): Provides opportunities for research fellowships, data analyst positions, and policy coordination roles.
- Cargill: Hires for agricultural economics consultants, commodity analysts, and supply chain optimization specialists.
- ADM: Offers internships and full-time positions in agri-business strategy, financial analysis, and market research.
- ITC Limited: Recruits graduates for roles in agri-business development, marketing analytics, and sustainable farming initiatives.
- Nestlé India: Seeks professionals for food security analysis, supply chain management, and product innovation.
- World Bank: Offers opportunities in development economics, agricultural finance, and policy evaluation.
- NABARD: Provides roles in rural credit analysis, microfinance initiatives, and agricultural investment planning.
- Google: Engages graduates for data analytics positions in agriculture and climate change projects.
- Goldman Sachs: Recruits for quantitative research, financial modeling, and risk analysis roles.
- JPMorgan Chase: Offers internships and entry-level positions in agri-finance and sustainable investment strategies.
- IIT Research Labs: Provides research associate roles and PhD opportunities in agricultural economics.
- CSIR: Engages graduates for policy analysis, climate modeling, and environmental impact assessments.
- AgriTech Solutions Pvt Ltd: Hires for product development, market analysis, and startup mentorship roles.
- Rural Finance Innovations Inc.: Offers internships and full-time roles in agri-financing, microcredit programs, and rural banking.
Sector-wise Analysis
The sector-wise analysis of placement trends reveals strong demand across multiple domains:
- IT/Software: Graduates often land roles in data analytics teams focusing on agricultural datasets and climate modeling tools.
- Core Engineering: Fewer direct placements, but many find opportunities in agricultural machinery design or automation projects.
- Finance: High demand for roles in agri-finance, commodity trading, and rural investment analysis.
- Consulting: Many graduates join firms like McKinsey, BCG, or Deloitte working on sustainability and food security strategies.
- Analytics: Growing trend of hiring in big data analytics roles within agri-tech startups and government agencies.
- PSUs: Strong presence in organizations like NABARD, ICAR, and Ministry of Agriculture for policy research and implementation.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year and extends through summer. Students are placed with top organizations across sectors including agriculture, finance, technology, and public policy. Stipend structures vary by company but generally range from INR 20,000 to 50,000 per month.
- Top Internship Companies: Cargill, ADM, ITC Limited, Nestlé India, Google, NABARD, ICAR, and CSIR.
- Stipend Range: INR 25,000 to 45,000/month for most internships; higher for prestigious roles in global firms.
- Duration: Internships usually last 3-6 months with potential conversion to full-time offers.