Placement Statistics (2019-2024)

Year	Highest Package (Domestic)	Average Package	Median Package	Placement Percentage	PPOs Received
2024	1200000	650000	620000	93.0	89
2023	1050000	620000	590000	91.0	78
2022	980000	590000	560000	90.0	72
2021	920000	560000	530000	89.0	65
2020	870000	530000	500000	87.0	58

Top Recruiting Companies

1. John Deere India Pvt. Ltd.: Offers roles in precision agriculture, farm automation, and equipment design.
2. Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO): Provides positions in fertilizer technology, sustainable farming, and R&D.
3. CropIn Technology Pvt. Ltd.: Recruits for data analytics, AI-based crop prediction, and smart farming applications.
4. Infosys Limited: Hires for consulting roles in agri-tech solutions and digital transformation projects.
5. Godrej Agrovet Limited: Offers positions in integrated pest management, crop protection, and animal nutrition.
6. NABARD: Provides opportunities in rural development, policy analysis, and financial planning for agriculture.
7. International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA): Supports research roles in tropical agriculture and climate adaptation.
8. Agricultural University Research Station (AURS): Offers internships and research positions in field trials and crop development.
9. Cold Storage and Warehousing Companies: Provides roles in logistics, supply chain optimization, and post-harvest handling.
10. Agri-Startups Incubators: Supports entrepreneurial ventures and innovation in agriculture technology.
11. Google: Offers positions in data analytics, machine learning, and agricultural IoT systems.
12. Microsoft: Recruits for cloud computing roles in agri-tech platforms and digital farming tools.
13. Amazon: Provides opportunities in e-commerce for agricultural products, supply chain management, and warehouse automation.
14. ICAR: Offers research positions in crop science, biotechnology, and rural development.
15. IITs: Supports academic careers and higher studies through fellowships and teaching roles.

Sector-wise Analysis

The Agriculture program prepares graduates for diverse career paths across multiple sectors:

• IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in agri-tech startups or consulting firms where they develop applications for precision farming, data analytics, and digital agriculture tools.
• Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in companies involved in agricultural machinery design, irrigation systems, and smart farming technologies.
• Finance: Positions are available in agri-finance institutions where graduates analyze market trends, assess risks, and provide financial strategies for agricultural enterprises.
• Consulting: Many alumni work as consultants helping farmers adopt new technologies, improve productivity, and navigate regulatory frameworks.
• Analytics: Data analysts in agriculture focus on predicting yields, optimizing resource use, and identifying market trends using statistical models.
• PSUs: Government organizations like NABARD, ICAR, and state agricultural departments hire graduates for policy development, research, and implementation roles.

Internship Season Overview

The internship season begins in the third year of the program, with students gaining exposure to industry practices and real-world challenges. Companies like John Deere, IFFCO, and CropIn offer internships that last 3-6 months, providing valuable experience in their respective domains.

Company	Internship Duration	Stipend Range (INR)	Roles Offered
John Deere India Pvt. Ltd.	4 months	20,000 - 35,000/month	Farm Automation, Equipment Design, Data Analysis
Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO)	3 months	18,000 - 30,000/month	Fertilizer Technology, Sustainable Farming, R&D
CropIn Technology Pvt. Ltd.	6 months	25,000 - 40,000/month	Data Analytics, AI for Crop Prediction, Smart Farming Apps
Infosys Limited	3 months	15,000 - 25,000/month	Agri-Tech Consulting, Digital Transformation Projects
Godrej Agrovet Limited	4 months	18,000 - 32,000/month	Pest Management, Animal Nutrition, Crop Protection