IIT Kanpur Transfers ‘Soil Nutrient Sensing Device’ Technology to ScaNxt for Global Expansion
IIT Kanpur has transferred the technology for its ‘Soil Nutrient Sensing Device’ to ScaNxt Scientific Technologies, aiming to bring this Made-in-Bharat innovation to global markets.
IIT Kanpur Transfers ‘Soil Nutrient Sensing Device’ Technology
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) has revealed an innovative technology titled ‘Soil Nutrient Sensing Device and Method Thereof,’ developed by Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team from the Department of Chemical Engineering. Designed with a compact form and advanced features, this technology is set to revolutionise soil testing. To enable its widespread adoption, IIT Kanpur has signed a technology transfer MoU with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
This collaboration aims to transform soil health management by providing farmers with instant, data-driven insights, and fostering sustainable agricultural practices in India and beyond. The MoU was signed between Prof. Tarun Gupta, Dean of Research and Development, IIT Kanpur & Rajat Vardhan, Founder & CEO of ScaNxt Scientific Technologies in the presence of Prof. Raja Angamuthu, Associate Dean of Research & Development, IIT Kanpur and Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (Inventor).
Soil Nutrient Sensing Device
The Soil Nutrient Sensing Device is a compact, smartphone-compatible innovation designed to provide real-time soil nutrient analysis, bridging the critical gap in timely soil testing for Indian farmers. Traditionally dependent on district laboratories, farmers often experience delays in receiving soil health assessments. This portable and user-friendly device simultaneously evaluates multiple soil parameters, stores data on a cloud server, and supports up to 250 tests on a single charge.
Utilising Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy, it delivers instant soil health insights directly to smartphones, eliminating the need for chemical reagents and complex procedures. By enabling precise nutrient management, the device has the potential to revolutionize agriculture, enhancing crop productivity, minimizing fertilizer overuse, and promoting both higher farmer incomes and environmental sustainability.
Prof. Tarun Gupta, Dean of Research and Development, IIT Kanpur, said, “The Soil Nutrient Sensing Device is a game-changer for Indian agriculture, addressing the persistent challenge of delayed soil health assessments. Through our collaboration with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies, we aim to transform Indian agriculture and take this pioneering innovation to global markets, supporting the vision of sustainable farming practices. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team for this groundbreaking development.”
Q: What is the salary package offered to M.Tech students passing out from IIT Kanpur?
As per the data submitted by IIT Kanpur for NIRF 2022, the median salary for two-year M.Tech (Engineering PG degree) stood at INR 17.69 lakh. Also, numerous verified students' reviews on Shiksha also mention that majority of students have received salary package ranging from INR 8-15 LPA after completion of their M.Tech from IIT Kanpur. Additionally 70-100% of the batch gets placement oportunities every year from the institute in companies, namely Barclays, Flipkart and HSBC Bank, among others. For more details on IIT Kanpur placements, click here.
Q: What is the highest salary offered for IIT Kanpur BTech programme?
IIT Kanpur has not released course-wise placements information so far for 2022-23 Phase-I placements (which got over in December). According to media reports, phase 1 of the placement session 2022-23 concluded with 1,200 job offers received from over 250 companies. IIT Kanpur the highest package (domestic) stood at INR 1.9 crore per annum. The recruitment drive witnessed 74 international offers and 208 PPOs and a total of 1,198 students accepted the job offers. Further, 33 students received packages of above INR 1 crore per annum during IIT Kanpur placements 2023. For more details on IIT Kanpur placements, click here.
Q: Which are the top companies visiting IIT Kanpur for M.Tech placements?
As per the verified students' reviews on Shiksha, top companies, such as Barclays, Flipkart, Qualcomm, Bajaj, HSBC, Tata Motors and Intel come for final placements at IIT Kanpur for MTech. Students get roles from technical research profiles to analytical roles. Additionaly, the institute in 2022 recorded a the highest domestic package of INR 1.9 crore per annum (not just for M.Tech but overall across courses).
Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (Inventor), said, “Our development, is a culmination of years of research and hard work aimed at addressing the real challenges farmers face in soil health assessment. It's truly gratifying to see this innovation, which offers immediate and accuratesoil analysis, now being transferred to ScaNxt Scientific Technologies for broader adoption. This device not only empowers farmers with instant insights but also supports the creation of a national soil stack, aiding in better fertilizer management and promoting sustainability.”
Rajat Vardhan, Founder & CEO of ScaNxt Scientific Technologies Pvt Ltd., said, “Our collaboration with IIT Kanpur through the joint MoU will allow us to advance soil testing technologies further, integrating micro and secondary nutrient analysis into our BhuParikshak device. By combining NIR Spectroscopy, IoT, and AI/ML, we aim to provide farmers with even more precise and actionable data to optimize nutrient management and drive sustainable agricultural growth."
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