Agricultural Engineer
Agricultural Engineers apply engineering principles to solve problems in farming, irrigation, food processing, and rural infrastructure. In India, they work with government bodies like ICAR, state agriculture departments, and agri-tech startups to modernize the sector. With agriculture employing over 40% of India's workforce, demand for innovative engineering solutions is significant and growing.
Actions for your grade
- Score well in Science and Maths — PCM combination is required for B.Tech
- Explore ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) website to understand career scope
- Participate in school science fairs with agricultural or environmental themes
Your complete path from Grade 10 to Agricultural Engineer
Every step you need — from now to your first job.
IITs offer Agricultural & Food Engineering; state agricultural universities are strongest for practical exposure and rural placement.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsJEE Main or CUET UG
- DegreeB.Tech Agricultural Engineering (4 years)
- CollegesIIT Kharagpur · IIT Roorkee · Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
- CareerAgricultural Engineer
Maharashtra agricultural universities conduct admissions via MHT-CET and state-level counselling.
- NowScience Stream
- ExamsMHT CET
- DegreeB.Tech Agricultural Engineering (4 years)
- CollegesMahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth · Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth · Dr Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth
- CareerAgricultural Engineer
GATE Agricultural Engineering (AG) paper opens PSU jobs, ICAR positions, and funded M.Tech seats; highly recommended for government roles.
- NowScience Stream
- Exams—
- DegreeM.Tech Agricultural Engineering (2 years after B.Tech)
- CollegesIIT Kharagpur · IIT Roorkee · Icar Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering
- CareerAgricultural Engineer
Entrance exams
| Exam | Eligibility | Difficulty | Window |
|---|---|---|---|
JEE Main NTA | Class 12 PCM | Very Hard | Jan & Apr |
MHT CET Maharashtra State CET Cell | Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred) | Medium | Apr-May |
CUET UG NTA | Class 12 (any stream) | Medium | May-Jun |
Where to Study
Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.