Placement Statistics
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 950,000 | 500,000 | 480,000 | 92.0% | 65 |
| 2023 | 850,000 | 450,000 | 430,000 | 90.0% | 58 |
| 2022 | 750,000 | 400,000 | 380,000 | 88.0% | 52 |
| 2021 | 650,000 | 350,000 | 330,000 | 86.0% | 45 |
| 2020 | 550,000 | 300,000 | 280,000 | 83.0% | 40 |
Top Recruiting Companies
- Mahindra & Mahindra Limited – Agricultural Equipment and Precision Farming Solutions
- ITC Limited – Agro-Processing, Supply Chain Management
- Nestlé India – Food Science, Nutrition Research
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) – Research and Development Positions
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) – International Policy Roles
- International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) – Global Agro-Development Projects
- AgriTech Startups – Innovation and Entrepreneurship Opportunities
- Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare – Government Policy and Extension Roles
- Wageningen University – Research Collaborations and Academic Positions
- UC Davis – International Academic Exchange Programs
- Cornell University – Advanced Degree Admissions and Research Fellowships
- NABL (National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories) – Quality Assurance Roles
- Pest Control Companies – Integrated Pest Management Expertise
- Seed Production Houses – Crop Genetics and Breeding Careers
- Agricultural Research Centers – Laboratory and Field-Based Research Positions
Sector-wise Analysis
IT/Software Sector: Graduates are increasingly entering roles in agri-tech startups, data analytics firms, and software companies focused on agricultural applications. Positions include Data Analyst, Software Developer, and Product Manager.
Core Engineering: Many students opt for roles in irrigation engineering, environmental systems design, and farm machinery development. Companies like Mahindra & Mahindra and ITC Limited offer opportunities in core engineering streams.
Finance: Some graduates enter the financial sector through roles in agricultural banking, agro-finance analysis, and investment advisory for rural development projects.
Consulting: Consulting firms such as McKinsey & Company or Deloitte often hire agriculture graduates for strategy and policy consulting roles related to sustainable development and resource management.
Analytics: With the rise of big data in agriculture, there is growing demand for analysts who can interpret agricultural datasets and provide actionable insights.
PSUs: Government enterprises like Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC), and various agricultural PSUs offer stable career paths for graduates interested in public service.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year, with students securing placements through campus recruitment drives or direct applications to companies. Historically, internships have offered stipends ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹40,000 per month.
Major recruiters during the internship season include Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, ITC Limited, and Nestlé India. These organizations often provide full-time offers upon successful completion of internships.
The university's placement cell organizes pre-internship workshops, resume writing sessions, and mock interviews to prepare students for the competitive landscape. Students also benefit from networking events with alumni working in various sectors of agriculture and agri-tech.