Faculty of Agriculture
B.Sc. (Agriculture) — 4-Year Professional Degree | Ph.D. (Agriculture) — 4 Seats | 180 UG Seats | ICAR Pattern | 9 Faculty
About the Faculty
The Faculty of Agriculture at AK (PG) College offers a comprehensive 4-year B.Sc. (Agriculture) program following ICAR norms and Ph.D. (Agriculture) for advanced research with 4 seats. With 9 qualified faculty members and 180 B.Sc. seats, this is one of the most sought-after professional programs in the region.
The B.Sc. (Agriculture) program spans 8 semesters covering Agronomy, Genetics, Soil Science, Horticulture, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Economics, and more. Students gain hands-on experience through RAWE & AIA (Rural Agricultural Work Experience & Agro-Industrial Attachment) in Semester VII (20 credits) and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Modules in Semester VIII.
The B.Sc. (Agriculture) program is self-financed at ₹14,950/year and admits students through the B.Sc. (Ag.) Admission Committee convened by Dr. Jagdish Yadav with 5 members. The Ph.D. (Agriculture) program offers 4 seats with research opportunities in 10+ specialized areas. Eligibility requires 10+2 with Science (PCB/PCM) for UG and M.Sc. (Agriculture) for Ph.D.
Department Highlights
- 9 qualified faculty members (all Approved)
- B.Sc. (Agriculture) — 4-year professional degree with 180 seats
- Ph.D. (Agriculture) — Research program with 4 seats
- Curriculum follows ICAR norms with 8 semesters
- RAWE & AIA practical training in Semester VII (20 credits)
- Well-equipped agriculture laboratory and experimental farm
- Covers Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology
- Entrepreneurship and skill development modules in final semester
- Educational tour included in Semester VI curriculum
- Strong career prospects in agriculture, agri-business, research, and academia
Courses Offered
B.Sc. (Agriculture)
Comprehensive 4-year professional degree program following ICAR norms. Covers Agronomy, Genetics, Soil Science, Horticulture, Entomology, Plant Pathology, and more. Includes RAWE & AIA practical training.
Ph.D. (Agriculture)
Doctoral program in Agriculture offering research opportunities in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Breeding, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Horticulture, and Agricultural Extension. Students undertake original research under the guidance of experienced supervisors leading to the award of Ph.D. degree.
Ph.D. Research Areas
Research opportunities available in the following specialized areas with 4 seats:
8-Semester Structure (ICAR Pattern) - B.Sc. Agriculture
Semester I 23 Cr
Agronomy, Genetics, Soil Science, Horticulture, Rural Sociology, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, English, Agricultural Heritage
Semester II 23 Cr
Crop Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, Entomology, Agricultural Economics, Organic Farming, Plant Pathology, Vegetable Production, Extension, Food Processing
Semester III 24 Cr
Crop Production (Kharif), Plant Breeding, Microbiology, Agricultural Finance, Farm Machinery, Disease Management, Statistical Methods, Soil Conservation, Dairy Science
Semester IV 24 Cr
Crop Production (Rabi), Seed Technology, Problematic Soils, Renewable Energy, Ornamental Crops, Entrepreneurship, Agro-meteorology, Agri-Informatics, Poultry
Semester V 24 Cr
Rainfed Agriculture, Crop Improvement, Pests Management, Agricultural Marketing, Protected Cultivation, Disease Management, Fruit Production, Communication Skills, IPR, Food Science
Semester VI 24 Cr
Farming Systems, Crop Improvement (Rabi), Manures & Fertilizers, Farm Management, Disease Management (II), Post-harvest, Watershed Management, Beneficial Insects, Educational Tour
Semester VII 20 Cr
RAWE & AIA (Rural Agricultural Work Experience & Agro-Industrial Attachment)
Semester VIII 20 Cr
Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Modules (12 Modules available)
Faculty Members (9)
Shri Sanjeev Kumar Approved
M.Sc., NET (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Brajesh Kumar Approved
M.Sc., NET, Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Mathura Prasad Gautam Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | Agricultural ExtensionEr. Dushyant Chaturvedi Approved
M.Tech. (Approved) | Agricultural EngineeringDr. Toshendra Shah Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | Ag. Chemistry & Soil ScienceDr. Rupesh Kumar Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Narendra Kumar Gangwar Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Narendra Kumar Dhakad Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Shiv Bhushan Singh Approved
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureAdmission Details
B.Sc. Agriculture Committee:
- Dr. Jagdish Yadav (Convenor)
- Shri Sanjeev Kumar (Member)
- Dr. Brajesh Kumar (Member)
- Er. Dushyant Chaturvedi (Member)
- Dr. Rupesh Kumar (Member)
- Dr. Narendra Gangwar (Member)
B.Sc. (Agriculture) - UG
Seats: 180 (General 90, EWS 18, OBC 49, SC/ST 41)
Eligibility: 10+2 with Science (PCB/PCM)
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Fee: ₹14,950/year (Self-Financed)
Ph.D. (Agriculture) - Doctoral
Seats: 4 (As per availability)
Eligibility: M.Sc. (Agriculture) with 55% (50% for SC/ST)
Duration: 3-5 Years
Pattern: ICAR Norms with RAWE Training for UG | Research-based for Ph.D.
Quick Stats
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B.Sc. (Ag.) 4-year program with 180 seats or Ph.D. research with 4 seats.