B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
Duration4 Years
Eligibility10+2 *
The B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture course deals with Importance and scope of Agriculture,
a four year Agriculture degree programme which produces graduates with broad understating of Agriculture and allied science with broad understanding of agriculture related problems and got expertise through well planned on-field implementation, basic concepts in disease, insect pest, weeds and nutrient disorders to enhance the production.
Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 01
Apply the knowledge of crop production, crop protection and crop improvement for promoting climate resilient sustainable agriculture and rural development.
PSO 02
Analyze and evaluate complex agricultural problems and formulate novel and viable alternative solutions using principles of agricultural sciences.
PSO 03
Develop innovative processes, products and technologies to solve the challenges in agriculture for improving the farm based sustainable livelihood.
Programme Outcomes (PO)
Students graduating with B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture Degree will be able to
Apply knowledge on different domains of agriculture and allied sciences to provide sustainable solutions to the complex agricultural problems
Understand and analyze the events and issues affecting agricultural development and bridge the gap between past, present and futuristic agriculture, contributing to climate resilient strategies and sustainable resource management.
Design protocols, prototypes, product, etc. and propose economically viable solutions and sustainable plans for agricultural growth and development.
Conduct investigations of complex agricultural problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiment, statistical tools, analysis and interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions.
Select and apply techniques of crop modelling, bio-indicators, remote sensing, GIS, IT tools and modern cutting edge technologies in agriculture and allied sciences.
Analyze and evaluate the societal and environmental aspects while solving complex agricultural problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment.
Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national and international laws.
Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse or multi-disciplinary teams.
Communicate effectively and inclusively witthin the agricultural community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentation considering cultural, language and learning differences.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of agri-business management principles and models in one’s own work, as a member and leader to manage multi-disciplinary projects.
Acquire different entrepreneurial and professional skills to create own enterprise or become an asset for any agro-based organization.
Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for independent and life-long learning; adaptability to new and emerging technologies and critical thinking in the broadest context of technological advancement.
Curriculum Details
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deeksharambh (Induction cum Foundation course) | 2 week (NG) Non gradial | 21 (11+10) |
| 2 | Skill Enhancement Course – I* | 2(0+2) | |
| 3 | Skill Enhancement Course - II* | 2(0+2) | |
| 4 | Communication Skills | 2(1+1) | |
| 5 | Farming based Livelihood Systems | 3(2+1) | |
| 6 | Rural Sociology and Educational Psychology | 2(2+0) | |
| 7 | Fundamentals of Agronomy | 3(2+1) | |
| 8 | Fundamentals of Soil Science | 3(2+1) | |
| 9 | Fundamentals of Horticulture | 3(2+1) | |
| 10 | NSS-I/NCC-I | 1(0+1) | |
| 11 | Introductory Mathematics/ Introductory Biology (need based/ remedial) | 1(1+0) Non-gradial |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Skill Enhancement Course - III* | 2(0+2) | 21 (10+11) |
| 2 | Skill Enhancement Course – IV* | 2(0+2) | |
| 3 | Personality Development | 2(1+1) | |
| 4 | Environmental Studies and Disaster Management | 3(2+1) | |
| 5 | Soil Fertility Management | 3(2+1) | |
| 6 | Fundamentals of Entomology | 3(2+1) | |
| 7 | Livestock and Poultry Management | 2(1+1) | |
| 8 | Fundamentals of Plant Pathology | 3(2+1) | |
| 9 | NSS-II/NCC-II | 1(0+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Skill Enhancement Course – V* | 2(0+2) | 21(9+12) |
| 2 | Entrepreneurship Development and Business Communication | 3(2+1) | |
| 3 | Physical Education, First Aid, Yoga Practices and Meditation | 2(0+2) | |
| 4 | Principles of Genetics | 3(2+1) | |
| 5 | Crop Production Technology-I (Kharif crops) | 3(1+2) | |
| 6 | Production Technology of Fruit and Plantation Crops | 2(1+1) | |
| 7 | Farm Machinery and Power | 2(1+1) | |
| 8 | Fundamentals of Nematology | 2(1+1) | |
| 9 | Principles and Practices of Natural Farming | 2(1+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Skill Enhancement Course - VI* | 2(0+2) | 21 (11+10) |
| 2 | Agricultural Informatics and Artificial Intelligence | 3(2+1) | |
| 3 | Production Technology of Vegetable and Spices | 2(1+1) | |
| 4 | Principles of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management | 2(2+0) | |
| 5 | Crop Production Technology- II (Rabi Crops) | 3(1+2) | |
| 6 | Fundamentals of Extension Education | 2(1+1) | |
| 7 | Water Management | 2(1+1) | |
| 8 | Problematic Soils and Their Management | 2(1+1) | |
| 9 | Basics of Plant Breeding | 3(2+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agriculture Marketing and Trade | 3(2+1) | 22 (13+9) |
| 2 | Introduction to Agro-meteorology | 2(1+1) | |
| 3 | Fundamentals of Crop Physiology | 3(2+1) | |
| 4 | Pest Management in Crops and Stored Grains | 3(2+1) | |
| 5 | Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops and their Management | 3(2+1) | |
| 6 | Crop Improvement (kharif crops) – I | 2(1+1) | |
| 7 | Weed Management | 2(1+1) | |
| 8 | Ornamental Crops, MAPs and Landscaping | 2(1+1) | |
| 9 | Introductory Agro forestry | 2(1+1) | |
| 10 | Study Tour (10-14 days) | 2(0+2) (Non-gradial) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fundamentals of Agri Biotechnology | 3(2+1) | 21 (12+9) |
| 2 | Basic and Applied Agricultural Statistics | 3(2+1) | |
| 3 | Crop Improvement (Rabi crops) – II | 2(1+1) | |
| 4 | Renewable Energy in Agriculture and Allied Sector | 2(1+1) | |
| 5 | Dryland agriculture/Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management | 2(1+1) | |
| 6 | Agricultural Microbiology & Phyto-remediation | 2(1+1) | |
| 7 | Agricultural Finance & Cooperation | 2(1+1) | |
| 8 | Essentials of Plant Biochemistry | 3(2+1) | |
| 9 | Fundamentals of Seed Science and Technology | 2(1+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elective Course – I# | 4(3+1) | 20 (15+5) |
| 2 | Elective Course – II# | 4(3+1) | |
| 3 | Elective Course – III# | 4(3+1) | |
| 4 | Elective Course – IV# | 4(3+1) | |
| 5 | Elective Course - V# | 4(3+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Student READY: RAWE/Industrial Attachment/ Experiential Learning/ Hands-on-Training/ Project Work/ Internship | 20(0+20) | 20 |
| Total | 167 | ||
| 2 | Online Courses** (NPTEL/SWAYAM/ mooKIT/Edx/Coursera/or any other portal) | 10 (non gradial) | 10 |
| 3 | 10 weeks Training Programme | 10 | 10 |
| Grand Total | 167+10 |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agribusiness Management | 4(3+1) | |
| 2 | Management of Natural Resources | 4(3+1) | |
| 3 | Agrochemicals | 4(3+1) | |
| 4 | Agricultural Journalism | 4(3+1) | |
| 5 | Landscaping | 4(3+1) | |
| 6 | Commercial Plant Breeding | 4(3+1) | |
| 7 | Food Safety and Standards | 4(3+1) | |
| 8 | Bioformulations & Nanoformulations | 4(3+1) | |
| 9 | Biopesticides & Biofertilizers | 4(3+1) | |
| 10 | System Simulation & Agro-Advisory | 4(3+1) | |
| 11 | Hi Tech Horticulture | 4(3+1) | |
| 12 | Protected Cultivation | 4(3+1) | |
| 13 | Climate Resilient Agriculture | 4(3+1) | |
| 14 | Biotechnology of Crop Improvement | 4(3+1) | |
| 15 | Geoinformatics & Remote Sensing, Precision Farming | 4(3+1) | |
| 16 | Micropropagation Techniques | 4(3+1) | |
| 17 | Commercial Seed Production | 4(3+1) | |
| 18 | Principles & Practices of Organic Farming/Conservation Agriculture | 4(3+1) | |
| 19 | Food Science & Nutrition | 4(3+1) | |
| 20 | Post-Harvest Technology & Value Addition | 4(3+1) |
| S. No. | Course Title | Credit Hours | Total Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mushroom Production Technology | 2(0+2) | |
| 2 | Commercial Beekeeping | 2(0+2) | |
| 3 | Vermicomposting | 2(0+2) | |
| 4 | Floriculture and Landscaping | 2(0+2) | |
| 5 | Processing and Preservation of Horticultural Crops | 2(0+2) | |
| 6 | Hydroponics Production Technology | 2(0+2) | |
| 7 | Nursery Production and Management | 2(0+2) | |
| 8 | Seed Production Technology | 2(0+2) | |
| 9 | Biofertilizer Production Technology | 2(0+2) | |
| 10 | Agricultural Waste Management | 2(0+2) |
Career Path
- Science and Engineering
- Agribusiness/Food production
- Banking sector
- Horticulture
- Agricultural Journalism
- Marketing pathways
Fee Structure
yearly
| 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹2,60,000 | ₹2,20,000 | ₹2,20,000 | ₹2,20,000 |
Semester Wise
| 1st Sem | 2nd Sem | 3rd Sem | 4th Sem | 5th Sem | 6th Sem | 7th Sem | 8th Sem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹1,50,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
Admission Process
Complete the Application
Appear for Entrance test and interview
Get shortlisted and Received the offer letter
B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture Admission Requirement
For taking admission to our Bsc Agriculture course, you must pass your 10+2 from CBSE or equivalent examination in Agriculture or Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects along with one of the Mathematics/Biotechnology/Biology/Technical vocational subject in addition the candidate will also have to appear in GATA (Goenka Aptitude Test for Admission) and Personal Interview
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