Placement Statistics for Last Five Years
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package (Domestic) | Median Package (Domestic) | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1200000 | 650000 | 600000 | 90% | 45 |
| 2021 | 1300000 | 700000 | 650000 | 92% | 50 |
| 2022 | 1400000 | 750000 | 700000 | 93% | 55 |
| 2023 | 1500000 | 800000 | 750000 | 94% | 60 |
| 2024 | 1600000 | 850000 | 800000 | 94% | 65 |
Top Recruiting Companies
Over the years, numerous organizations have recognized the caliber of our Agriculture graduates and have recruited them for various roles:
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): Offers research positions in agricultural science and policy.
- John Deere: Provides opportunities in agricultural machinery design, automation, and field services.
- CropLife India: Supports roles in agrochemicals, plant protection, and regulatory affairs.
- Infosys AgriTech: Offers positions in digital agriculture, data analytics, and software development.
- Global Agri Solutions: Recruits for sustainable farming initiatives and environmental consultancy.
- State Agricultural Universities: Provides teaching and research positions across multiple states.
- International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA): Offers international research opportunities and fieldwork assignments.
- National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI): Supports biotechnological research in crop improvement.
- Agricultural Development Bank: Provides roles in agricultural finance, risk assessment, and rural development.
- Organic Farming Consortium: Offers positions in organic certification, sustainable practices, and eco-agriculture.
- Coca-Cola Agri-Initiatives: Supports supply chain management and sourcing strategies for agricultural raw materials.
- Nestle AgriTech: Recruits for food processing innovation and product development roles.
- Syngenta: Offers positions in crop protection, seed technology, and agronomic research.
- Bayer CropScience: Provides roles in pesticide development, plant genetics, and agricultural consulting.
- DuPont Pioneer: Supports genetic engineering, seed production, and agricultural innovation projects.
Sector-wise Analysis of Recruiters
The demand for agriculture graduates spans across multiple sectors, each offering distinct career pathways:
- IT/Software: Focused on digital agriculture, precision farming, data analytics, and agritech startups. Companies like Infosys AgriTech, Microsoft, and Google recruit for roles in AI integration, IoT development, and smart farming solutions.
- Core Engineering: Involves agricultural machinery design, irrigation systems, and automation technologies. Organizations like John Deere, Mahindra & Mahindra, and CASE International offer engineering positions with emphasis on innovation and product development.
- Finance: Includes agri-finance, rural banking, and investment analysis. Banks such as Agricultural Development Bank and state-level cooperative banks provide financial roles that require understanding of agricultural economics and policy.
- Consulting: Focused on sustainable development, environmental impact assessment, and climate adaptation strategies. Firms like McKinsey & Company and BCG engage consultants with expertise in agricultural systems and rural transformation.
- Analytics: Involves data-driven decision making in agriculture, including yield forecasting, market analysis, and resource optimization. Companies like IBM Watson Agriculture and AgriAnalytics Inc. hire graduates for roles in predictive modeling and data science.
- PSUs: Government-linked enterprises such as ICAR, NABARD, and FCI offer stable career paths with opportunities for leadership roles in agricultural policy, research, and rural development.
Internship Season Overview
The internship season begins in the third year and continues through the fourth year. Students are exposed to various industries and gain practical experience through structured programs:
- Process: Internships are arranged through university partnerships with leading agribusinesses, research institutions, and government agencies.
- Key Companies: Notable recruiters include John Deere, CropLife India, Infosys AgriTech, Syngenta, and IITA.
- Stipend Data: Stipends vary based on company policies, typically ranging from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 40,000 per month during summer internships.