PAU B.Tech Agricultural Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ludhiana, PunjabState UniversityEstd 1962
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Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Agricultural Engineering) 
first year fees:  ₹97,550
4 Years Full Time
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Course Description

B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering (B.Tech AE) is an undergraduate course in agricultural studies and processes. The minimum eligibility for this course requires passing class 12th/ Higher Secondary Examination in Biology, Maths and Chemistry.

B. Tech AE is a four year program and has similar course like B.E. in Agricultural Engineering. The mode of admission is through State/ National/ University Joint Entrance Examination or Pre Engineering Test.

The average tuition fee for this course ranges between 50,000 thousand INR to 1.5 Lakhs INR.

B. Tech AE graduates can find employment in sectors such as Agri-business firms, food processing, agricultural research and development firms, government sectors etc. The job profiles for graduates of this course can be research scientist, lecturer, microbiologist etc.  A fresh graduate of this course can expect an annual salary of between 1.5 Lakh INR – 2.5 Lakhs INR which would only increase with experience in the field.

What is Agricultural Engineering?

Agricultural Engineering is a branch of engineering which deals with the study of agricultural process and technological practices in food processing and efficient production of food.

Agriculture is the largest participant to the Indian Economy. It is needless to say that a career in Agriculture in India is nothing but bright and shinning.

How is it different from BE Agricultural Engineering?

BE in Agricultural Engineering is similar to B.Tech Agricultural Engineering. Both have the same career prospects, value and scope. Many colleges offer the Agricultural Engineering course by these two names. However, the meaning and course objectives and syllabus are similar.

Duration

Since B.Tech AE is an engineering course, the duration of the course is four years and eight semesters.

Where to study?

There are various agricultural colleges/ universities/ institutes in India which offer B.Tech Agricultural Engineering. Few of top colleges for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering are as follows:

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri

Indira Gandhi Agricultural University, Raipur

Rama University, Kanpur

College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Bhubaneswar

Academic Options after B.Tech

After this undergraduate course, students can apply for M.Tech Agricultural Engineering and also Ph.D in Agricultural Engineer.

Students can also opt for specialization within the fields of Agriculture in Agricultural Engineering when applying for M.Tech or Ph.D course.

Admission to M.Tech is also through an Entrance Examination. Some colleges/ institutes like Indira Gandhi Agricultural University and Indian Agricultural Research Institute also take an Entrance Examination for Ph.D program.

Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants seeking admission to 4 year Full-time Bachelor of Technology [B. Tech] Program must be passed 10+2 (Non-Medical) or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate. 

Note

Candidate shall appear in JEE Main

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Admission to the B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering program at this state government-funded university requires taking the JEE Main exam. Candidates with a rank above 200,000 can gain direct admission through PTU counseling or via direct college counseling if PTU forms are missed. The university's faculty is highly qualified, mostly from IITs and IIMs, and maintains a student-faculty ratio of 1:2, fostering accessible and supportive educational relationships, though a few faculty members may seem unapproachable. The program spans 8 semesters, each with 8-9 courses, and includes four types of exams per semester. Standard semester fees range from Rs. 45,000-50,000 for day scholars and Rs. 65,000+ for hostellers, with tuition around Rs. 130,000 annually. Scholarships and loans are available, with SC/ST students paying significantly reduced fees. The placement program is strong, focusing on manufacturing companies like John Deere and Mahindra & Mahindra. Around 40% of students secure placements with packages between 4-6 LPA, and the highest around 15 LPA. Students are placement-eligible from the 6th semester, with an 80-90% probability of securing a job. Internships, often unpaid, are mandatory in the 7th semester and graded on a Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory basis. Scholarships of up to Rs. 40,000 are available, including a Rs. 3000 monthly scholarship for ICAR-admitted students from outside Punjab.
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PAU Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

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JEE Advanced Result Date
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Jun 09, 2025
JEE-Advanced counselling
Tentative
Jun 10, 2025
JEE Advanced Exam Date
Upcoming
May 26, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025

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JEE Advanced Admit Card DateMay 17, 2025
JEE Advanced Registration DatesApr 27, 2025 - May 07, 2025
JEE Main 2025 Exam DateJan 25, 2025 - Jan 31, 2025

Important Events

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JEE Advanced Result Date
Tentative
Jun 09, 2025
JEE-Advanced counselling
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Jun 10, 2025
JEE Advanced Exam Date
Upcoming
May 26, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025

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JEE Advanced Registration DatesApr 27, 2025 - May 07, 2025

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Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Agricultural Engineering) Comparison

PAU
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Total Fees
287690 (4 Years )
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Highest Salary₹900000
Average Salary₹371000
General Course Details
Duration - 4 Years
Course Offered - Full Time
Total Seats - 82
Mode - Full Time
Degree Type - On Campus
Course Level - Graduation
Course Credential - Degree
Eligibility10+2 with 50% + JEE Main

PAU: 1 Answered Question

What is the best career between a B. Tech in agriculture at PAU and a B. Tech in metallurgy at IGIT Sarang?

Romila NagB.Tech Mechanical Engineering, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang (2020)

IGIT Sarang is one of the best government colleges in Orissa. It is also only one government college of Orissa that is eligible to submit an Institutional Development Proposal. The admission process for Electrical Engineering is based on the results of JEE mains and Orissa-JEE. 

Punjab Agriculture University holds #51 rank among universities in India issued by NIRF ranking, 2019. Admission for B. Tech in agriculture is wholly based on the results of JEE mains followed by interviews and counseling. The placement rate is also good for this university. 

Tabulated below gives a brief overview of both institutions:

Particulars

IGIT Sarang

PAU

Total course fee

2.89 lakhs

2.67 lakhs

Total seats 

120

8

Top recruiters 

Ananda, Bhushan Steel, Infosys, Kanbay international, Larsen, and Toubro

Aries Agro, Chambal Fertilizers, CMC, IFFC, Nestle

Average salary

4 lakhs

4.2 lakhs

Admission process

B.Tech in Metallurgy at IGIT Sarang

  • Admissions are based on the results of JEE mains or OJEE valid rank followed by interviews and counseling. 
  • With this students are also required to have at least 45% in 10+2 with required subjects(Physics and mathematics should be primary subjects). 

B.Tech in Agriculture at PAU

  • The application process is fully online with an application fee of 610 INR. 
  • Admissions for Agricultural Engineering are only based on the rank of JEE mains followed by interviews and counseling. 

Placements

IGIT Sarang

  • Companies like Ananda, Bhushan Steel, Infosys, Kanbay international, Larsen and Toubro, Satyam Computers, TATA Consultancy Services, Visa Steel, etc visit the campus every year in search of good placements. 
  • The average salary offered to students is 4 lakhs and the highest salary package is up to 10 lakhs. 

Punjab Agricultural University

  • Companies like Aries Agro, Chambal Fertilizers, CMC, IFFCO, Jain irrigation, Kirloskar, Nestle, New Holland, NSM, etc visit every year for placements. 
  • The average package offered for this course is 4.2 lakhs and the highest is up to 7 lakhs.

Both IGIT SARANG and Punjab agricultural university are equally good for both the courses. Both have good teaching facilities and good infrastructure. The environment of both Institutes is very friendly and engaging. Placements are available. But if we talk about the university in which we can get admission easily then IGIT Sarang is there as about 120 seats are available for this course and if we see the Punjab university then there are only 8 seats available.

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