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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture 

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  • Estd. 1929

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture
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Overview

Duration

4 years

Course Level

UG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Total Tuition Fees

2.18 Lakh

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Type of University

State

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture
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Fees

Fee componentsAmount (4 years)
2.18 Lakh
2.25 Lakh
4.43 Lakh
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Curriculum

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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median Salary 3.19 Lakh
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the fee structure of Annamalai University for the B.Sc. Programme?

A: 

The total course fee for the BSc at Annamalai University ranges around INR 10,300 - INR 4.5 lakh. Candidates willing to seek admission to any of the BSc courses are shortlisted on the basis of their marks in Science subjects in previous qualifying degree/ exam. Shortlisted candidates are further called for a counselling-cum-seat allotment round. Annamalai University offers a BSc (Hons) programme across three specialisations. The programme comprises four years of academic curriculum divided in a semester pattern. The annual fee for BSc (Hons) Agriculture/ Horticulture is around INR 56,030 while for B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture: Self-Supporting, it is around INR 1.21 LPA. This fee keeps on changing. Hence visit the official website for complete information.

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Q:   How good is Annamalai University for BSc Agriculture?

A: 

The University has released the combined placement data for UG (4-year) Agriculture courses. Out of 1,180 UG (4-year) Agriculture graduates 811 were placed during the 2023 drive. This makes the placement rate 69%. All the important details related to Annamalai University placements for UG (4-year) Agriculture courses are mentioned below:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2021)Placement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students 8961,1401,180
Students placed631722811
Placement rate70%63%69%
Median packageINR 2.81 LPAINR 3.03 LPAINR 3.19 LPA

NOTE: The above details are fetched from the NIRF report 2024.

Q:   Are there any government job opportunities that I can seek after completing BSc in Agriculture from Annamalai University?

A: 

Yes, BSc graduates with a specialisation in Agriculture have various government job options to pursue. This happens because the agricultural sector has always been a dominant sector in India. With advancing technology, the demand for skilled human resources in this field is growing.

Interested students with a relevant degree can work in reputed companies such as the Coconut Development Board, the National Bee Board (NBB), the National Horticulture Board (NHB), and the National Seeds Corporation Limited (NSC). Some of the jobs that BSc graduates can pursue are tabulated below:

Government Jobs After BSc

Agricultural Officer

Horticulture Officer

Soil Conservation Officer

Technical Assistant

Biochemist

Animal Geneticist

Agricultural Engineers

Food Scientist

 

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Q:   Is the upper age limit to apply for BSc at Annamalai University?

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Yes, the Annamalai University 2024-25 brochure states the age limit set for admission to its various UG courses, including BSc. As per the guidelines, candidates, who are more than 17 years old. Apart from this, the upper age limit set for admissions is 21 years old. Only those candidates who fulfill this and course-specific requirements will be considered for admission. However, for SC/ST/SA  candidates, there is no age limit.

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Q:   Who is eligible for BSc in Annamalai University?

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Only those candidates who fulfill the requirements are eligible to apply for the preferred course. Thus, students seeking BSc admission at Annamalai University must check the below-mentioned eligibility requirements:

Category

Eligibility Status

Candidates who have completed their Classes eight to 12 education in Tamil Nadu

Eligible and do not need to provide a ‘Nativity Certificate’

Tamil Nadu native candidates who have passed any of the Classes from eight to 12 from schools situated outside Tamil Nadu

Eligible if they enclose a copy of the 'Nativity Certificate' while applying

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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture
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Admission Process

    Important Dates

    Jun 15, 2023
    Last date to submit application
    Sep 27, 2023
    (Hons) Agriculture (Self-supporting) & Horticulture Spot admission
    Oct 13, 2023
    (Hons) Agriculture (Self-supporting) & Horticulture Spot admission

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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture
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    Students Ratings & Reviews

    4.2/5
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    Placement Review IconPlacements3.7
    Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.1
    Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.5
    Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.4
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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2024
    Offered by Annamalai University
    4.4
    5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
    You have to work hard to get good placements.
    Placements: Good placements are provided. Only 50 percent of students get placed. The average package is around 12,000 rupees per month. The job opportunities in agriculture are not so good but preparing for other government exams is necessary to succeed.
    Infrastructure: It is a very age old university. The buildings are very old and they have poor infrastructure. Labs are well-equipped. The library is very large and it has a large number of books in it. You can utilise the library very well. Every department has a separate library.
    Faculty: The teachers are highly qualified and they are government officials. The semester exams will not be that tough so you can easily pass them. The curriculum is very vast and you have to work a lot to complete the syllabus for the exam.
    Other: Good college. Nice experience.
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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2022
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    3.2
    2Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
    Our college provides good infrastructure.
    Placements: Some students got placed in our college. About 20% of students got internships from our college. Some companies visit our college to students.
    Infrastructure: Our college provides average facilities. Wi-Fi is available in the hostel. The lab facility is good. All classrooms are peaceful. Our college has a library. The quality of the food in the mess and canteen is not good. Sports and games are available in our college. Our college provides medical facilities.
    Faculty: All teachers are helpful and well-qualified. The teaching quality is average. The pass percentage is above 85%. Semester exams are difficult. The course curriculum is good.
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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2026
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    5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
    It is a good college in Tamil Nadu.
    Placements: Our course has 400 students. A batch contains 30 students. They help us in campus interviews and placements. They conduct practical classes to make us learn how to face and handle the job. Many students got internships.
    Infrastructure: Our college provides us with all facilities. The hostel is well-developed. Our college has a canteen. Our college has many hostels.
    Faculty: Our teachers are well-experienced and friendly. They teach us very well. This course is helpful and easy. Semester exams are not much difficult. Our college helps us to write government exams like UPSC. They train us.
    Other: It is a good college. They conduct extracurricular activities like Floregela, sports, and yoga for our physical and mental health.
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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2023
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    3.4
    3Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
    Hostel facilities are the worst. But all the other things are good.
    Placements: About 75% students have been placed from this course. The lowest salary is 40k INR per month and the highest is 1.25 LPA. 45% students get internships from this course.
    Infrastructure: The college provides lab facilities, classrooms, many hostels, etc. Sports and games are organized. The college also has a Helipad. Wi-Fi is available in the college. It has the 2nd largest library present in annamalai University. Mess has good food but no medical facilities are present.
    Faculty: The teachers are great, helpful and they have very good teaching quality. They are very knowledgeable. Pass percentage in the college is low as it is 65%.
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    B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2023
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    3.4
    4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
    Infrastructure and facilities are average.
    Placements: The lowest package offered is 3 LPA, the average is 5 LPA and highest is 7 LPA. 40% students got internship in nurseries, mushroom culture, etc. Top roles offered are Agricultural officer, Agricultural economists, Food scientist, etc.
    Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for the department include lab equipment such as microscope, incubator, etc. Wi-Fi, labs and library are available. The quality of food is average in mess and canteen. Medical facilities are available.
    Faculty: The teachers are helpful and qualified. Teaching quality is good. Teachers are knowledgeable. The course makes students industry ready. The semester exams in the college are a little difficult. The pass percentage is 60.
    Other: Events and scholarship are available in the college.
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    Q:   How can I get BSc seat at Annamalai University?

    A: 

    Annamalai University offers two BPharm courses, one General and another Lateral Entry.  To get a seat in either of the courses, students must start by applying for the choice of course. After completion of the application stage. The university allocates seats based on students' merit in the qualifying examination. Those offered a seat must report to the university for verification of documents. Lastly, students must pay for admission to secure their seats.

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    Q:   How is the infrastructure of Annamalai University?

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    Annamalai University Annamalai Nagar is spread across around 1,000 acre of land and has various hostels. Annamalai University Annamalai Nagar has research labs and various computer labs that are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and various technologies comparable with any top university present in the country. The university also has a big library with multiple facilities for students. 

    Q:   How can I get seat in Annamalai University?

    A: 

    To secure a seat at Annamalai University, admission is solely merit-based, adhering to the reservation regulations outlined by the Tamilnadu State Government. The university provides a range of courses, encompassing both Under Graduate and Post Graduate programs, in addition to a selection of Diploma courses. Specific details about each course can be found within the corresponding Faculty that administers the particular programme of interest. Aspiring students are encouraged to review the guidelines and criteria established for their desired courses.

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    Q:   Is Annamalai University government or private?

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    Annamalai University Chennai is ranked 26 by NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2023 for Pharmacy. Annamalai University Chidambaram also provides distance education to various undergraduate and postgraduate students through the Directorate of Distance Education. Annamalai University Chennai is a puclic/government university therefore the fee is not very high. Even if the students find the fee a little high, they can apply for the scholarships provided by the university.

    Q:   What is the NEET cutoff for Annamalai University?

    A: 

    The category wise closing ranks for Annamalai University MBBS cutoff 2023 after NEET UG Round 3 Seat Allotment results for All India Quota is mentioned as follows

    • 19586 for the General category 
    • 20839 for OBC category
    • 128381 for SC category
    • 154487 for ST category
    • 24287 for EWS category
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