B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering

Course Duration:
The B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering is a 4-year undergraduate degree program divided into 8 semesters. This course focuses on the application of engineering principles to agriculture, covering various aspects such as farm machinery, irrigation systems, soil conservation, and sustainable farming technologies.

Duration:

3 Years (6 Semesters)

Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown):

  1. Semester 1:

    • Introduction to Agricultural Engineering

    • Basic Engineering Mechanics

    • Mathematics for Engineers

    • Agricultural Microbiology

    • Principles of Agronomy

    • Communication Skills

  2. Semester 2:

    • Engineering Drawing and Graphics

    • Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics

    • Soil Science and Engineering

    • Electrical Engineering Basics

    • Farm Machinery and Equipment-I

    • Environmental Studies

  3. Semester 3:

    • Thermodynamics and Heat Engines

    • Irrigation and Drainage Engineering

    • Soil and Water Conservation Engineering

    • Surveying and Levelling

    • Crop Production Technology

    • Agricultural Economics

  4. Semester 4:

    • Renewable Energy Sources

    • Post-Harvest Engineering and Technology

    • Farm Machinery and Equipment-II

    • Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering

    • Tractor and Power Units

    • Statistical Methods for Engineers

  5. Semester 5:

    • Design of Agricultural Structures

    • Watershed Hydrology and Management

    • Farm Power and Machinery Management

    • Agricultural Process Engineering

    • Hydraulics and Fluid Machinery

    • Agricultural Extension and Communication

  6. Semester 6:

    • Greenhouse Technology

    • Rural Water Supply and Sanitation

    • Remote Sensing and GIS Applications

    • Irrigation Equipment Design

    • Agri-business Management

    • Project Work (Part I)

  7. Semester 7:

    • Precision Agriculture

    • Environmental Impact Assessment in Agriculture

    • Food Processing and Technology

    • Watershed Management and Development

    • Renewable Energy Applications in Agriculture

    • Project Work (Part II)

  8. Semester 8:

    • Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE)

    • Student READY Program

    • Internship/Practical Training

    • Final Project Submission

    • Experiential Learning Program

Average Fees:
The average fees for B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering range from ₹40,000 to ₹2 Lakhs per year, depending on the institution and location.

Exams to Attend:

  • ICAR AIEEA (All India Entrance Examination for Admission): Conducted by ICAR for admissions into top agricultural and engineering universities in India.

  • JEE Mains: Many institutions accept JEE Mains scores for admission into B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering.

  • State-level Entrance Exams: States such as Kerala (KEAM) and Karnataka (KCET) conduct entrance exams for admission into agricultural engineering programs.

  • CUET (Common University Entrance Test): For central universities offering this program.

Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India:

  1. Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi

  2. Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore

  3. Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana

  4. University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore

  5. GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar

  6. Anand Agricultural University, Gujarat

  7. Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra

  8. Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh

  9. Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur

  10. Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur

Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering in Kerala:

  1. Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur

  2. Kelappaji College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Malappuram

  3. College of Agriculture, Vellayani

  4. St. Albert’s College, Ernakulam

  5. College of Forestry, Thrissur

  6. St. Thomas College, Thrissur

  7. MES College, Aluva

  8. Government Engineering College, Thrissur

  9. Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi

  10. Nehru College of Agriculture, Kerala