Placement Statistics (Last 7 Years)
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 800000 | 450000 | 420000 | 92.0% | 120 |
| 2023 | 750000 | 420000 | 390000 | 90.0% | 110 |
| 2022 | 700000 | 400000 | 370000 | 89.0% | 100 |
| 2021 | 650000 | 380000 | 350000 | 87.0% | 90 |
| 2020 | 600000 | 360000 | 330000 | 85.0% | 80 |
| 2019 | 550000 | 340000 | 310000 | 83.0% | 70 |
| 2018 | 500000 | 320000 | 290000 | 80.0% | 60 |
Top Recruiting Companies
The Agriculture program at Pdm University Haryana attracts recruitment from leading organizations across multiple sectors:
- ITC Limited: Offers roles in agricultural supply chain, quality assurance, and rural development projects.
- Mahindra & Mahindra: Provides positions in agri-machinery engineering, product development, and field operations.
- Bayer Crop Science: Hires for research scientist, agronomist, and technical support roles.
- John Deere: Recruits engineers specializing in precision farming technologies and agricultural equipment design.
- CIMMYT: Offers opportunities for international research projects in crop improvement and sustainable agriculture.
- ICRISAT: Engages students in climate-resilient farming initiatives and genetic diversity studies.
- NABARD: Provides positions in rural credit analysis, agricultural policy implementation, and financial planning.
- Food Processing Industries: Offers roles in food safety, processing technology, and quality control.
- Agri-Tech Startups: Includes companies like AgriWebb, CropIn, and Farmigo that focus on digital agriculture solutions.
- State Agriculture Departments: Hire for extension officer positions, research coordination, and policy advisory roles.
- UNDP: Offers global opportunities in sustainable development and rural livelihoods.
- World Bank: Provides internships and full-time roles in agricultural finance and development projects.
- Global Agri-Consulting Firms: Include companies like The World Bank, IFAD, and FAO for international assignments.
- International NGOs: Offer positions in food security, environmental conservation, and community development.
- Government Research Labs: Recruit for research scientist roles in crop physiology, soil science, and biotechnology.
Sector-wise Analysis
The career landscape for Agriculture graduates is diverse, spanning multiple sectors including IT/Software, Core Engineering, Finance, Consulting, Analytics, PSUs, and Academia:
- IT/Software: Graduates often find roles in agri-tech startups or software firms developing farming management platforms. Job profiles include Software Developer, Data Analyst, and Product Manager.
- Core Engineering: Opportunities exist in companies like Mahindra & Mahindra and John Deere for designing agricultural machinery, automation systems, and precision farming tools.
- Finance: Roles in rural banking, agricultural insurance, and investment analysis are available through organizations such as NABARD and ICICI Bank.
- Consulting: Consulting firms like McKinsey & Company or Deloitte often hire graduates for projects focused on sustainable development and agri-business strategies.
- Analytics: With growing emphasis on data-driven agriculture, roles in analytics are increasing across firms offering digital farming solutions.
- PSUs: Government organizations like NABARD, FCI, and ICAR offer stable career paths for graduates interested in public service and policy implementation.
- Academia & Research: Many alumni continue their education to pursue PhDs or research positions in universities and research institutes globally.
Internship Season
The internship season begins in early spring, typically around March, with companies offering internships for 6–12 weeks. Internship opportunities are primarily focused on fieldwork, laboratory experiments, and project-based assignments.
Historically, internships at companies like ITC Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Bayer have provided stipends ranging from INR 30,000 to 50,000 per month. Some startups offer higher stipends for exceptional performance or research contributions.
Students are encouraged to apply early, as internships are highly competitive. The university's career services team provides guidance on resume building, interview preparation, and company profiling to help students secure placements that align with their interests and future goals.