Agriculture is the predominant source of livelihood of about 58 % of Indian population. Indian agriculture has undergone a sea change since independence bringing in technology advancements, income enhancements, food and livelihood security, rural prosperity and sustainable development. In recent time, agriculture has created opened up remarkable opportunities of entrepreneurship and agribusiness.
The School of Agriculture and Allied Sciences under Girijananda Chowdhury University, Assam in the constituent campus at Tezpur aligns with broader objectives of elevating agriculture to a smart agri-business entity, leveraging state bio-resources for global bio-economy and strengthening institutional social responsibility for socioeconomic development. These objectives could be achieved by delivering high quality education to instill professionalism and scientific expertise; conducting location specific research on agriculture-based farming systems to meet people’s needs and fostering agri-entrepreneurship for socio-economic development.
Specific aims will be to meet demand for skilled manpower in agriculture sector, quality education, innovation and research, entrepreneurship and agribusiness and diversification of agriculture with a final goal towards sustainable economic development of the country.
Must have passed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination from a recognized board/ council/ university with at least three subjects out of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Agriculture/Inter-Agriculture as core courses.
Admission fee = Rs. 10,000/- (one time), Caution money = Rs. 10,000/- (one time),
1st year fee=Rs. 90,000/- and Examination fee as applicable.
Assam, being a major agricultural hub in India, offers numerous career opportunities for in Agriculture graduates. Here are some potential career paths:
1. Assam Agricultural Department: As a government department, it offers various roles such as Agricultural Officer, Assistant Agricultural Officer, and Block Agricultural Officer.
2. Assam Tea Plantations: With Assam being famous for its tea production, tea plantations offer roles like Tea Estate Manager, Tea Agronomist, and Tea Quality Control Officer.
3. Seed Companies: Companies like National Seeds Corporation, Assam Seeds Corporation, and private seed companies hire Agricultural Graduates as Seed Production Officers, Seed Marketing Officers, and Quality Control Officers.
4. Fertilizer and Pesticide Companies: Companies like Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), and pesticide companies hire Agricultural Graduates as Sales Officers, Marketing Officers, and Technical Officers.
5. Research Institutions: Institutions like Assam Agricultural University, National Rice Research Institute, and Indian Institute of Pulses Research hire Agricultural Graduates as Research Assistants, Research Fellows, and Scientists.
Agriculture is the predominant source of livelihood of about 58 % of Indian population. Indian agriculture has undergone a sea change since independence bringing in technology advancements, income enhancements, food and livelihood security, rural prosperity and sustainable development. In recent time, agriculture has created opened up remarkable opportunities of entrepreneurship and agribusiness.
The School of Agriculture and Allied Sciences under Girijananda Chowdhury University, Assam in the constituent campus at Tezpur aligns with broader objectives of elevating agriculture to a smart agri-business entity, leveraging state bio-resources for global bio-economy and strengthening institutional social responsibility for socioeconomic development. These objectives could be achieved by delivering high quality education to instill professionalism and scientific expertise; conducting location specific research on agriculture-based farming systems to meet people’s needs and fostering agri-entrepreneurship for socio-economic development.
Specific aims will be to meet demand for skilled manpower in agriculture sector, quality education, innovation and research, entrepreneurship and agribusiness and diversification of agriculture with a final goal towards sustainable economic development of the country.
Must have passed the Class 12 (or equivalent) examination from a recognized board/ council/ university with at least three subjects out of Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Agriculture/Inter-Agriculture as core courses.
Admission fee = Rs. 10,000/- (one time), Caution money = Rs. 10,000/- (one time),
1st year fee=Rs. 90,000/- and Examination fee as applicable.
Assam, being a major agricultural hub in India, offers numerous career opportunities for in Agriculture graduates. Here are some potential career paths:
1. Assam Agricultural Department: As a government department, it offers various roles such as Agricultural Officer, Assistant Agricultural Officer, and Block Agricultural Officer.
2. Assam Tea Plantations: With Assam being famous for its tea production, tea plantations offer roles like Tea Estate Manager, Tea Agronomist, and Tea Quality Control Officer.
3. Seed Companies: Companies like National Seeds Corporation, Assam Seeds Corporation, and private seed companies hire Agricultural Graduates as Seed Production Officers, Seed Marketing Officers, and Quality Control Officers.
4. Fertilizer and Pesticide Companies: Companies like Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), National Fertilizers Limited (NFL), and pesticide companies hire Agricultural Graduates as Sales Officers, Marketing Officers, and Technical Officers.
5. Research Institutions: Institutions like Assam Agricultural University, National Rice Research Institute, and Indian Institute of Pulses Research hire Agricultural Graduates as Research Assistants, Research Fellows, and Scientists.
The BSc programme in Agriculture (Honours) is a comprehensive course that imparts in-depth knowledge and practical skills in agricultural sciences, enabling students to pursue careers in farming, research, and allied industries.
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