The Diploma in Agriculture is a practical 2-year technical training program designed to equip students with scientific skills in modern farming techniques, soil health management, crop protection, seed technology, and agricultural business operations. While a 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture focuses heavily on theoretical research, advanced genetics, and academic sciences, the Polytechnic Diploma focuses on hands-on field implementation, demonstration plots, farm machinery operation, and rural extension service execution. Technicians holding a Diploma in Agriculture serve as the vital link between agricultural research scientists and ground-level farming communities, helping farmers adopt climate-resilient practices, sustainable pest management, and modern irrigation technologies.
2 Years
₹5,000 – ₹1,80,000
₹2.00 LPA – ₹4.50 LPA
Works with state government departments to guide farmers on modern practices, crop insurance, and state subsidies.
Manages sales, dealer networks, and field demonstrations for seed, fertilizer, and agrochemical companies.
Supervises day-to-day operations, crop schedules, labor, and harvesting on private commercial farms and plantations.
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Minimum 35% to 50% aggregate marks in 10th grade OR Passed 12th Standard (10+2) in Science (PCB/PCM) or Agriculture stream from a recognized board. Justdial
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