Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Agricultural Engineering

About Course

B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering is a recognized engineering course that covers topics related to agricultural engineering structures and agricultural engineering, post-harvest technology, soil and water protection technology and many more. The B.Tech Agrartechnik imparts knowledge in the areas of agricultural machinery, pump technology, hydraulic irrigation technology, structural engineering, groundwater, well construction, measurement technology and agricultural control technology.

Course Highlights

Particulars	Values
Course Name	B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering
Course Level	Under Graduate (UG)
Course Duration	4 Years
Examination Type	Semester Based
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 with Physics, Chemistry  and Mathematics as core subjects
Admission Process	Entrance Examination
Specialization	Agriculture Engineering
Types of Courses	Full time, Online, Distance Learning
Internship	Yes
Entrance Exams	GCAT, QUAT, BCECE
Course Fee	INR 50,000 to 2 LPA
Average Annual Salary	INR 1.5 to 2.5 LPA
Top Recruiting Companies	ITC Limited, Nestle, Parle, Amul Dairy, Britannia, Proagro Seeds, AgroTech Food, Farming Industry Consultants, Pradan
Job Profiles	Agricultural Engineer, Microbiologist, Project Manager, Head Green Keepers, Agricultural Managers, Research Analysts, Agronomists, etc

Why Study B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering?

Aspirants studying BTech in Agricultural Engineering will discover rewarding employment opportunities in various private and government companies.

BTech in Agricultural Engineering leads to better career progression and higher paying jobs in public and private sector organizations.

Agriculture is one of the fastest growing sectors with the greatest future potential. As a result, it offers students a wide range of career opportunities in the public and commercial sectors. BTech's Agricultural Engineering program is highly career-oriented. Agricultural engineering professionals are in particularly high demand in agricultural countries like India.

Agriculture is now more important than ever to feed rich and poor alike, and it is the one economic sector without which no country can thrive or even live.

There is still a lot of room for development in agriculture. Young geniuses and geeks are in high demand in agricultural research, helping transform livelihoods and technology in this relatively underdeveloped sector.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for admission to the B. Tech Agriculture Engineering must meet the minimum requirements for admission:

·      Applicants must pass 12th place in a science course with majors such as physics, chemistry, mathematics/biology.

·      Students must have passed the 12th examination of a recognized examination board or equivalent examination board with at least 50%.

Admission Process

Admission to the B.Tech Agriculture Engineering is based on the results of the federal and university entrance exams.

Based on bar exam or entrance exam results, students are invited to sit a college-level exam to test their skills.

Successful applicants are then invited by the institutions for an in-person interview and admitted to the program based on their overall performance in the entrance exam and interview phase.

Skills Required for BTech in Agricultural Engineering

Agricultural engineers can join public and private companies. Here are some of the skills that will make you a top agricultural engineer:

·      Communication skill, both oral and written

·      Ability to understand the issue

·      Creative thinking

·      Logical thinking

·      Problem - solving

·      Attention to detail

·      Tenacity and patience

·      Analytical capabilities

Entrance Exams for MTech in Agricultural Engineering

Some entrance exams are held at national level and some at state level. Below is a list of some of the most common and popular agricultural engineering entrance exams:

·      ICAR AIEEA

·      GCET

·      OUAT

·      BCECE

·      KCET

Fee Structure

The fees for the B.Tech Agricultural Engineering course depend on various factors, such as: B. the type of institution, the popularity/ranking of the institution and the merit/scholarship of the student. Students who perform better on the entrance exam are eligible for a higher scholarship. Public colleges, on the other hand, have a low fee structure to begin with, which improves the chances of admitting financially dependent students. Average cost of course for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering at INR 1-5 LPA.

Name of College	Average Annual Fees
Vignan University, Guntur	INR 5 LPA
Kalasalingam University, Krishnankovil	INR 4.91 LPA
Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, Bhilai	INR 3.08 LPA
Rungta College of Engineering and Technology, Bhilai	INR 2.04 LPA
Avanthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad	INR 1.98 LPA

Selection Process

After your application has been accepted, depending on the university, there may be a final group discussion or face-to-face interview before admission is confirmed.

Top Colleges of BTech in Agricultural Engineering

Listed below are some of the top BTech in Agricultural Engineering College in India which offer the course:

Name of College	Average Annual Fee (INR)	Location
Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University	INR 97,000	Rajendranagar, Andhra Pradesh
Siddhartha Institute of Engineering and Technology,	INR 2,90,000	Telangana, Hyderabad
Aditya Engineering College	INR 4,20,000	Surampalem
Vignan's Foundation for Science Technology and Research	INR 6,20,000	Guntur, Andhra Pradesh

Jobs and Placements in B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering

Jobs after B.Tech Agricultural Engineering are plentiful as the course is designed to encourage students to take non-traditional agricultural engineering modules and seek employment opportunities. Technological advances have transformed every field today and agriculture is no exception. Agriculture and related industries play an important role in the Indian economic sector. In order to promote the development and technological advancement in the Indian agricultural sector, there is a great need for agricultural engineering jobs.

PRIVATE JOBS

Average Agricultural Engineering B.Tech salary in India for graduates is INR 5-7 LPA. Job titles include:

Top Private Companies	Job Designation	Salary
Axis Bank	Agriculture Water Quality Assistant	INR 7.4 LPA
Bank of India	Agriculture Officer	INR 5.1 LPA

GOVERNMENT JOBS

Since Agricultural Engineers are endowed with knowledge of food processing, soil protection and agricultural mechanization, etc., professionals in this field can find employment in state and government organizations, and in order to obtain government jobs, applicants must pass various exams such as the Personnel Selection Committee and the Union Commission for public service.

Top Government Companies	Job Designation	Salary
Ministry of Agriculture	Store Officer	INR 4.6 LPA
Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture	Senior Research Fellow	INR 4.1 LPA
Punjab Agricultural University	Teaching/management/clerical vacancy	INR 3.8 LPA
Union Public Service Commission	Assistant Agricultural Marketing Adviser	INR 2 LPA

Top International Recruiting Companies who hire BTech Agricultural Engineering graduates are:

·      ITC Limited

·      Nestle

·      Parle

·      Amul Dairy

·      Britannia

·      Proagro Seeds

·      AgroTech Food

·      Farming Industry Consultants

·      Pradan

Job Profiles

Some of the famous expert avenues open to successful graduates of the B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering degree are indexed underneath with the corresponding salaries provided for the respective positions.

Job Profiles	Job Description	Average Salary in INR
Agricultural Engineer	Agricultural engineers layout and increase new farming strategies and system that assist in making farming extra green in phrases of sustainability, safety, and environment-friendly	INR 2,70,000
Microbiologist	Microbiologists adopt laboratory evaluation and tracking of microbial cultures, samples and new drugsthe usage of expert computer software program and a number of identity techniques and scientific trials.	INR 2,40,000
Head Green Keepers	Head Green Keepers plans and manages the control of weeds, pest and disease and ensure trees and vegetation are monitored and maintained for the safety of users on the course.	INR 5,70,291
Agricultural Managers	Farm managers supervise staff, screen plants and animals, and deal with numerous administrative tasks. They put together budgets, buy supplies, hold relationships with carriers and clients, and make sure most profitability.	INR 8,91,613
Agronomists	Agronomists make certain that new trends in crop varieties, sickness and pest control, crop rotation, and tillage structures are applied in farming	INR 3,70,000

Scope for B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering

The B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering helps students gain a comprehensive understanding of agricultural production in terms of quality and quantity. During the lessons, they learn about various aspects and applications of science and technology and thus acquire practical knowledge. Agricultural engineers are just as important in this field as any other professional once they graduate. Students have good opportunities as Agricultural Engineers in a variety of agricultural and farming businesses with great salary and career potential.

M.Tech in Agricultural Engineering: Career Prospects

A B.Tech in agricultural engineering opens up a wide range of career opportunities. There are many lucrative professions to choose from. Graduates of the Agricultural Engineering course can work in consulting, research and development, industry, marketing companies and agriculture. They can also enjoy jobs in government and multinational companies.