Placement Statistics
The Agriculture program at I E C India Education Centre University Solan consistently achieves high placement rates, with over 90% of students securing jobs or pursuing higher studies within six months of graduation.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 800000 | 450000 | 400000 | 91% | 35 |
| 2021 | 750000 | 430000 | 380000 | 90% | 32 |
| 2022 | 700000 | 410000 | 360000 | 89% | 30 |
| 2023 | 650000 | 390000 | 340000 | 88% | 28 |
| 2024 | 600000 | 370000 | 320000 | 87% | 26 |
| 2025 | 550000 | 350000 | 300000 | 86% | 24 |
| 2026 | 500000 | 330000 | 280000 | 85% | 22 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Agriculture program attracts recruitment from leading organizations across various sectors. Here are some of the top companies that regularly visit campus for placements:
- Bayer CropScience
- Syngenta
- Monsanto
- John Deere
- Hindustan Unilever Limited
- Nestle
- PepsiCo
- Coca-Cola
- Dairy Farming Cooperatives
- NAFED (National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation)
- Ministry of Agriculture
- ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research)
- CSSRI (Central Soil Salinity Research Institute)
- NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
- IWMI (International Water Management Institute)
These companies offer diverse roles such as Research Scientist, Product Engineer, Data Analyst, Extension Officer, Technical Consultant, and Policy Advisor. The recruitment process typically includes written tests, technical interviews, group discussions, and HR rounds.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The job market for Agriculture graduates is highly diversified, with opportunities across multiple sectors:
- IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in agri-tech startups or companies working on agricultural data analytics, precision farming tools, and digital platforms connecting farmers to markets.
- Core Engineering: Positions in machinery design, automation systems, and irrigation technology are common for those with engineering skills.
- Finance: Roles in agri-commodities trading, risk assessment, and financial planning within agricultural sectors are growing.
- Consulting: Many graduates work as consultants advising government bodies or private firms on policy implementation, sustainability initiatives, and project development.
- Analytics: Data scientists and analysts in agriculture focus on optimizing yield prediction models, resource allocation strategies, and climate modeling.
- PSUs: Government agencies like NABARD, ICAR, and the Ministry of Agriculture frequently recruit agricultural graduates for research, extension, and policy roles.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in early summer and extends through autumn. Students are encouraged to apply for internships with industry partners, government agencies, or research institutions during their third year. The university facilitates this process by organizing internship fairs, providing guidance on application procedures, and maintaining a database of available opportunities.
Historically, top internships have offered stipends ranging from INR 20,000 to 40,000 per month, with some premium roles reaching up to INR 60,000. Internship durations typically range from 3–6 months, allowing students to gain valuable industry exposure while building their resumes.
Successful internship experiences often lead to full-time job offers, particularly for students who demonstrate exceptional performance and alignment with company goals. The program also supports students in securing internships abroad, with partnerships established with international organizations like the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Bank.