Placements
The placement statistics for the Agriculture program at Mangalayatan University Jabalpur reflect a strong performance with consistent growth over recent years:
| Year | Highest Package (INR) | Average Package (INR) | Median Package (INR) | Placement Rate (%) | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 600000 | 350000 | 320000 | 92 | 18 |
| 2022 | 550000 | 320000 | 290000 | 90 | 15 |
| 2021 | 500000 | 290000 | 260000 | 87 | 12 |
| 2020 | 450000 | 270000 | 240000 | 85 | 10 |
| 2019 | 400000 | 250000 | 220000 | 82 | 8 |
The top recruiters for this program include:
- ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research): Offers research positions, internships, and policy advisory roles.
- Mahindra & Mahindra: Provides opportunities in agricultural machinery design and innovation.
- Syngenta: Offers internships, scholarships, and full-time positions in agri-biotech and crop science.
- ITC Limited: Recruits for roles in agri-business, marketing, and supply chain management.
- Nestle India: Offers positions in food processing, quality assurance, and nutrition science.
- John Deere: Provides internships and job opportunities in agricultural equipment manufacturing.
- Farmers' Association of India: Facilitates community engagement projects and field research opportunities.
- AgriTech Inc.: Supports student-led startups through incubation and funding.
- Agricultural Bank of India: Offers internships in rural banking and agricultural finance.
- Seed Corporation of India: Provides internships in seed development and distribution.
- AgriWebb: Recruits for data analytics, product management, and innovation roles.
- CropIn: Offers positions in smart farming technology and agricultural data science.
- Wageningen University & Research: Provides opportunities for further studies and research collaborations.
- Global Agri-Solutions: Recruits for international projects in sustainable agriculture.
- GreenAgro Technologies: Offers roles in agrochemicals, biotech, and environmental management.
Sector-wise analysis reveals:
- IT/Software: Growing demand for data analytics and smart farming applications. Key recruiters include AgriWebb, CropIn, and Google.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities in agricultural machinery design and automation. Companies like John Deere and Mahindra & Mahindra are major employers.
- Finance: Roles in agri-finance, risk management, and rural banking at institutions like Agricultural Bank of India.
- Consulting: Demand for policy analysis and market research in agriculture. Firms like McKinsey and BCG have shown interest in agri-sector consulting.
- Analytics: Increasing need for data-driven decision-making in farming practices. Companies like ITC Limited and Syngenta offer analytics roles.
- PSUs: Opportunities in government agricultural departments, research institutes, and national programs.
The internship season typically begins in the third year of the program, lasting from July to September. The process involves:
- Applications submitted through the university's placement portal.
- Pre-internship training sessions conducted by industry experts.
- Interviews conducted by participating companies.
- Internship placements based on merit and company requirements.
Historical stipend data shows:
- Highest Stipend: INR 15,000/month for top-tier internships at companies like Syngenta and ITC Limited.
- Average Stipend: INR 8,000/month across various organizations.
- Minimum Stipend: INR 3,000/month for entry-level positions in small firms or NGOs.
Internship opportunities are diverse, ranging from research and development to marketing and field operations. Many students receive offers for full-time employment after completing their internships.