Introduction

B. Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture course was started from the academic session 2014-15. The Faculty of Agriculture has adopted the course content and guidelines as per the recommendation of the ICAR. The syllabus and guidelines of 4th Deans’ Committee were adopted initially from the academic year 2014-15 to 2016-17 and the Fifth Deans’ Committee recommendations have been followed from the academic session 2017-18. Furthermore, the Sixth Deans’ Committee recommendations have been implemented from the academic session 2024-25 for new batches while other batches followed the recommendations of 5th Dean’s committee report implementing the undergraduate syllabus with 20 percent regional resilience and are common throughout India.

The B. Sc. (Hons.) The department has a strong faculty, well equipped 13 laboratories, agronomic fields, and tractor and farm equipment as per ICAR norms. The department has all the required facilities of Poly-house, Vermi Compost unit for organic agriculture, drip and sprinkler irrigation system. It has units of medicinal and aromatic plants.

The focus is on quality, practical exposure and project based education in Agriculture. The focus of the curriculum for B. Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture remains on effective delivery of course curriculum as recommended by Fifth Deans’ Committee’s of ICAR, and adequate Practical and Hands-on-Training covering, Experiential learning, Skill Development Training, Rural Agricultural Work Experience, In Plant Industry Training and Students Projects as Student READY Programme.

USPs

B. Sc. Agriculture offers several unique selling points, particularly for those interested in the agricultural sector. Some of the USPs include:

• Versatility of Career Options: A B. Sc. in Agriculture provides diverse career opportunities in farming, food production, agribusiness, research, and sustainability sectors. Graduates can work in areas like crop management, livestock production, agricultural finance, and policy-making.
• Focus on Sustainability:With growing concern about environmental sustainability, this program emphasizes eco-friendly farming practices, resource management, and climate-smart agriculture, making graduates key players in addressing global food security challenges.
• Hands-on Experience:Many programs include practical fieldwork, internships, or lab work, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world agricultural settings, equipping them with valuable practical skills.
• Technological Integration: Modern agriculture relies heavily on technology. BSc Agriculture programs often incorporate studies of innovations like precision farming, drone technology, and data analysis, preparing students to use cutting-edge tools in the industry.
• Global Impact: Agriculture is essential to feeding the growing global population. Graduates contribute to food production, quality control, and distribution, which directly impacts global economies, rural development, and food security.
• Entrepreneurship Opportunities:With training in crop management, animal husbandry, and agribusiness, graduates are well-prepared to start their own ventures, whether it's a farm, agricultural consultancy, or agritech business.
• Research and Innovation:Agriculture is an ever-evolving field, and BSc Agriculture students often have opportunities to engage in research projects, working on innovations like genetically modified crops or alternative food sources.
• High Demand for Graduates:The agriculture sector is vital to the economy of many countries, creating a steady demand for skilled professionals in agricultural science and technology.
• Positive Environmental Impact:Graduates can play a crucial role in developing sustainable farming practices that protect ecosystems, conserve water, and reduce the carbon footprint of agricultural operations.

Eligibility and Selection Process

1. Programme Duration : B. Sc (Hons) Agriculture – Four Years U.G. Program
2. Eligibility Criteria : The candidate must have completed 10+2 in Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics)/ Agriculture with minimum 50 % aggregate.
3. Selection Process : The admission is based on JET Exam conducted SAUs of Govt. of Rajasthan and ICAR- AIEEA exam.

Programme Highlights
Quality, practical & project based education.	To provide an opportunity to students to develop self confidence in training and better understanding of practical problems faced in the field by the farmers socio-economic aspects of the villages more closely.
The program also includes a compulsory one semester of internship : Student READY program (Rural Entrepreneurship awareness development Yojana).	Prepare students to face the challenges in the fields related to agriculture.
Industrial exposure through internship, Industrial visit and interaction with the experts in the field of agriculture.	Course curriculum is very broad & inter disciplinary consist of courses in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Economics, Entomology, Genetics & Plant breeding , Soil Science, Food Technology, Animal Husbandry & Agricultural Engineering. Further, it is based on fifth Dean Committee of ICAR.

Career Opportunities
Opportunities in NABARD and other Banking sectors.	Industries dealing with fertilizers and plant nutrients.	Plant Protection chemicals, insecticides and pesticides manufacturing and marketing companies.
Industries dealing with Agri. Machinery, Sericulture, Horticulture, Fisheries, Dairy etc.	Manufacturers and suppliers of irrigation systems.	Agricultural products processing industry.
Agriculture Insurance of Agriculture Sector.	Agriculture Department of Central and State Government.	Multi - Nationals dealing with production, field evaluation, and marketing of Agriculture inputs including export marketing and consultancy services.
Area development/watershed development agencies including NGO's.	Innovative farming.	Higher Studiesas M. Sc. ( Agriculture ), M. tech (Agriculture), etc. & Ph.D.

Additional Information

• Industry Exposure and Practical Experience:
  1. Opportunities for hands-on learning, such as industry training or projects: B. Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture student has to undergo with 1 semester of READY program as per ICAR guidelines that includes following components RAWE/ Industrial Attachment /Experiential Learning / Hands-on Training/ Project Work / Internship.
  2. International collaborations with universities/industries for practical exposure: Department of Agriculture is in collaboration with several national and international organizations to provide practical exposure. Several visits and expert lectures are organized for the students.

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