Placement Statistics
| Year | Highest Package (Domestic) | Average Package | Median Package | Placement Percentage | PPOs Received |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1200000 | 650000 | 600000 | 90.0 | 35 |
| 2021 | 1100000 | 600000 | 550000 | 88.0 | 32 |
| 2022 | 1000000 | 550000 | 500000 | 85.0 | 28 |
| 2023 | 950000 | 500000 | 450000 | 82.0 | 25 |
| 2024 | 900000 | 450000 | 400000 | 80.0 | 22 |
Top Recruiting Companies
- ITC Limited: Offers roles in agricultural supply chain management, sustainability initiatives, and rural development projects.
- Mahindra & Mahindra: Provides opportunities in agricultural machinery design, precision farming, and agri-tech innovation.
- Syngenta: Offers positions in crop protection, plant biotechnology, and sustainable agriculture.
- Bayer Crop Science: Provides roles in plant genetics, seed technology, and agricultural research.
- Cargill: Offers positions in food processing, supply chain management, and agricultural commodity trading.
- Ministry of Agriculture: Provides opportunities in policy development, rural development, and agricultural research.
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): Offers roles in agricultural research, policy analysis, and technology transfer.
- National Agricultural Research System (NARS): Provides positions in agricultural development, research, and extension services.
- Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO): Offers roles in international agricultural development, policy, and sustainability.
- International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA): Provides opportunities in tropical agriculture, climate resilience, and food security.
- International Water Management Institute (IWMI): Offers roles in water resources management, irrigation, and sustainable agriculture.
- Microsoft: Provides opportunities in agricultural data analytics, precision farming, and AI in agriculture.
- Google: Offers positions in agricultural technology, data science, and sustainable development.
- Amazon: Provides roles in agricultural logistics, e-commerce, and digital farming solutions.
- NABARD: Offers opportunities in rural development, agricultural finance, and policy implementation.
Sector-wise Analysis
IT/Software: The IT sector is increasingly integrating with agriculture through precision farming, data analytics, and agri-tech solutions. Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are investing heavily in agricultural technology, creating new career opportunities for graduates.
Core Engineering: Core engineering firms such as Mahindra & Mahindra and ITC Limited are hiring graduates for roles in agricultural machinery, automation, and sustainable development projects.
Finance: Organizations like NABARD and other financial institutions are looking for graduates with knowledge of agricultural economics and rural development for roles in agricultural finance and policy.
Consulting: Consulting firms are increasingly interested in agricultural projects, offering roles in policy analysis, sustainability, and rural development.
Analytics: With the rise of data-driven agriculture, companies are hiring graduates with skills in data analytics, machine learning, and agricultural data science.
PSUs: Public sector units like ICAR, NARS, and the Ministry of Agriculture are major employers of Agriculture graduates, offering roles in research, policy, and development.
Internship Season
The internship season for the Agriculture program typically begins in the third year and lasts for 2-3 months. Students are placed in various organizations based on their interests and career goals.
Internship opportunities are available in leading companies such as ITC Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra, Syngenta, and Bayer Crop Science. These internships provide hands-on experience in real-world agricultural settings, allowing students to apply their knowledge in practical situations.
Historically, the stipend for internships ranges from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month, depending on the organization and the nature of the work. The stipend is usually paid directly to the student's bank account and is subject to tax deductions.
Internship placements are managed through the university's career services office, which maintains strong relationships with industry partners. Students are encouraged to apply early and prepare thoroughly for the selection process.