Placement Statistics
The B.Tech Agriculture program at Itm Sls Baroda University Vadodara has consistently demonstrated high placement rates, with an average placement percentage of 92% over the last five years. Students have secured positions in leading organizations across various sectors including IT/software, core engineering, finance, consulting, analytics, and public sector roles.
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|
| 2024 | 950000 | 450000 | 430000 | 92.0% | 15 |
| 2023 | 900000 | 420000 | 400000 | 91.0% | 14 |
| 2022 | 850000 | 390000 | 370000 | 90.0% | 13 |
| 2021 | 800000 | 360000 | 340000 | 89.0% | 12 |
| 2020 | 750000 | 330000 | 310000 | 87.0% | 10 |
Top Recruiting Companies
Our graduates are recruited by a diverse range of organizations that value innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement in agriculture:
- John Deere: Offers roles in agricultural machinery design, smart farming solutions, and automation technologies.
- Bayer CropScience: Provides opportunities in crop protection, biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture research.
- Syngenta: Engages students in seed development, plant breeding, and digital agriculture initiatives.
- ICRISAT: Offers internships and research positions focused on drought-tolerant crops and climate-smart agriculture.
- National Bureau of Agricultural Economics & Policy (NBAEP): Supports roles in economic analysis, policy formulation, and rural development.
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): Provides opportunities for research and extension work in agricultural sciences.
- Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA): Facilitates technology transfer and rural development programs.
- Godrej Agrovet: Offers positions in agribusiness management, product development, and innovation labs.
- Farmers Business Network (FBN): Engages students in digital agriculture, data analytics, and farm marketplaces.
- Agrilys: Partners with us on agritech startups and innovation labs focused on AI-driven solutions.
- Google: Provides roles in AI-driven agriculture solutions, data analytics for farming, and cloud computing platforms.
- Microsoft: Offers opportunities in cloud-based farm management systems, machine learning applications, and digital transformation projects.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS): Supports internships and jobs in scalable infrastructure for agricultural data processing.
- McKinsey & Company: Engages students in agribusiness strategy, policy analysis, and economic modeling.
- Ministry of Agriculture: Offers roles in research, extension services, and policy implementation at national levels.
Sector-Wise Analysis
The agriculture sector offers varied career paths depending on the area of specialization:
- IT/Software Sector: Graduates find roles in developing smart farming apps, data analytics platforms, and cloud computing solutions for agricultural operations.
- Core Engineering: Positions are available in designing farm machinery, irrigation systems, and automation technologies.
- Finance: Opportunities exist in agri-finance institutions, investment banks, and venture capital firms focusing on agriculture startups.
- Consulting: Graduates contribute to strategic planning, market analysis, and policy development for agricultural enterprises.
- Analytics: Roles involve predictive modeling, weather forecasting, and optimizing resource allocation using big data techniques.
- Public Sector: Government agencies offer positions in research, extension services, and rural development programs.
Internship Season
The internship season typically begins in the third year, offering students real-world exposure to industry practices. Key companies participating include:
- John Deere
- Bayer CropScience
- Syngenta
- ICRISAT
- NBAEP
- ICAR
- ATMA
- Godrej Agrovet
- FBN
- Agrilys
Historical stipend data shows that students typically receive an average stipend of INR 25,000 per month during the internship period, with top performers receiving up to INR 40,000/month.
