Faculty of Agriculture
B.Sc. (Agriculture) — 4-Year Professional Degree | 180 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. With 9 qualified faculty members and 180 seats, this is one of the most sought-after professional programs in the region.
The 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. Eligibility requires 10+2 with Science (PCB/PCM). The program was reintroduced in 2014 and has been growing steadily.
Faculty Highlights
- 9 qualified faculty members (all Approved)
- B.Sc. (Agriculture) — 4-year professional degree with 180 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, and research
Course 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.
8-Semester Structure (ICAR Pattern)
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
Faculty Members (9)
Dr. Jagdish Yadav
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureConvenor: B.Sc. (Ag.) Admission Committee with 5 members
Shri Sanjeev Kumar
M.Sc., NET (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Brajesh Kumar
M.Sc., NET, Ph.D. (Approved) | AgricultureDr. Madhura Prasad Gautam
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | Agricultural ExtensionEr. Dushyant Chaturvedi
M.Tech. (Approved) | Agricultural EngineeringDr. Toshendra Shah
M.Sc., Ph.D. (Approved) | Ag. Chemistry & Soil ScienceAdmission Details
Committee: Dr. Jagdish Yadav (Convenor) + 5 Members
Seats: 180 (General 72, 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)
Pattern: ICAR Norms with RAWE Training