Course Description
B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture is designed to produce skilled laboratory professionals proficient in the use of diagnostic techniques and laboratory management. The course covers Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Entomology and Soil science and more.
Program Duration (4 Years)
- 1-7 semesters (3.5 years): Academic study + lab training
- 8th semester (6 months): RAWE/Internship program
Eligibility
- 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (minimum 50% marks)
- No entrance exam required (merit/admission test-based options available)
Course Objectives:
- Develop practical skills in modern and sustainable farming.
- Promote research and problem-solving abilities.
- Introduce agribusiness and rural development concepts.
- Encourage climate-resilient and eco-friendly practices.
- Build communication and extension skills.
Faculty & Laboratory Facilities
- Ph.D. holders, and M.Sc. Lab Technicians
- Guest lecturers from ICAR institutes and Private industries.
Infrastructure & Labs
- Agronomy Lab
- Genetics and Plant Breeding Lab
- Entomology Lab
- Plant Pathology Unit
- Horticulture Lab
- Agricultural research farm
Lab Equipment
- Autoclave
- Laminar air flow
- Hot air oven
- BOD incubator
Career Opportunities
Job Roles:
- Agricultural officer
- Agriculture extension officer
- Seed certification officer
- Scientist
- Assistant professor
Workplaces:
- Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
- Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs)
- State Agricultural Universities (SAUs)
- Food Corporation of India (FCI)
- National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
- Agrochemical Companies
Higher Education:
- M.Sc. in Agriculture and Horticulture
- Ph.D. in Agriculture and Horticulture
- MBA in Agriculture
RAWE/Internship Program (6 months)
- Duration: 6 months (full-time)
- Location: Rural villages