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):
Semester 1:
Introduction to Agricultural Engineering
Basic Engineering Mechanics
Mathematics for Engineers
Agricultural Microbiology
Principles of Agronomy
Communication Skills
Semester 2:
Engineering Drawing and Graphics
Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics
Soil Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering Basics
Farm Machinery and Equipment-I
Environmental Studies
Semester 3:
Thermodynamics and Heat Engines
Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
Surveying and Levelling
Crop Production Technology
Agricultural Economics
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
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
Semester 6:
Greenhouse Technology
Rural Water Supply and Sanitation
Remote Sensing and GIS Applications
Irrigation Equipment Design
Agri-business Management
Project Work (Part I)
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)
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:
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana
University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore
GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar
Anand Agricultural University, Gujarat
Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra
Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University, Andhra Pradesh
Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur
Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur
Top 10 Institutions for B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering in Kerala:
Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur
Kelappaji College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, Malappuram
College of Agriculture, Vellayani
St. Albert’s College, Ernakulam
College of Forestry, Thrissur
St. Thomas College, Thrissur
MES College, Aluva
Government Engineering College, Thrissur
Rajagiri School of Engineering & Technology, Kochi
Nehru College of Agriculture, Kerala