Placement Statistics
Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2020 | 1,000,000 | 500,000 | 450,000 | 90% | 45 |
2021 | 1,100,000 | 550,000 | 500,000 | 92% | 48 |
2022 | 1,200,000 | 600,000 | 550,000 | 93% | 52 |
2023 | 1,150,000 | 620,000 | 580,000 | 94% | 55 |
2024 | 1,200,000 | 650,000 | 600,000 | 94% | 58 |
Top Recruiting Companies
- Bayer Crop Science
- Syngenta
- Monsanto
- ICAR
- NABARD
- ITC Limited
- Dabur India
- Jubilant FoodWorks
- Microsoft AI for Earth
- Google Agricultural Intelligence
- IITs
- Wageningen University (Netherlands)
- Cornell University
- Stanford University
- IIMs
These companies offer roles such as Research Scientist, Data Analyst, Product Manager, Extension Officer, and Policy Advisor. The selection process includes written tests, group discussions, and personal interviews.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The agriculture sector offers diverse career paths across multiple domains:
- IT/Software: Graduates find opportunities in agri-tech startups and global tech giants working on precision farming and data analytics tools.
- Core Engineering: Roles in agricultural machinery, irrigation systems, and environmental engineering are available at leading manufacturers and consulting firms.
- Finance: Opportunities exist in commodity trading, risk management, and investment banking focused on agri-economics.
- Consulting: Graduates can work with firms specializing in agricultural strategy, market analysis, and policy development.
- Analytics: Data science roles in agri-business involve predictive modeling, yield forecasting, and optimization algorithms.
- PSUs: Government organizations like NABARD and ICAR provide stable career paths with significant impact on national development.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year of study. Students are placed in companies or research institutions for 6-8 weeks to gain practical experience.
Historical stipend data shows that internships at top-tier organizations offer monthly stipends ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹40,000. Some students also receive full-time offers after completing their internships.
The university maintains a database of partner organizations and facilitates connections between students and industry mentors throughout the internship period.