Depending on whether you want to study at the UG, PG or PhD level, the criteria for Agricultural Science in India differ for each program.

College Courses in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture / B.Tech Agriculture)

The candidate should have passed 10+2 from a genuine board with subjects Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Mathematics (PCMB/PCB/PCM/Agriculture).

For the General category, students must gain a minimum of 50%–60% marks and for SC/ST/OBC, the mark requirement is reduced by 5%.

Entrance Exams:

All India undergraduate (undergraduate entrance test administered by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research)

Tests that are conducted on the state level such as TS EAMCET, AP EAMCET, MHT CET, KEAM and so on.

M.Sc. Agriculture; the SGS invested in six such courses offered in six universities.

The professional must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or a similar subject.

To be considered, students must pass the ICAR AIEEA PG or the exams conducted by universities and states.

PhD in Agricultural Sciences

The candidate must have a PG degree in agriculture (M.Sc. Agri).

To join places like IARI, TNAU or ICAR institutes, you must pass an entrance test and an interview.

Career Scope

After their graduation, students may choose to become Agricultural Officers, Soil Scientists, Plant Breeders, Agri-business managers or engage in research and academics. The government in India employs candidates through the UPSC/State PSC process for agricultural posts.

With the advancements made in the agricultural technology sector, this area stands to benefit greatly in the years ahead.