Agriculture & Rural Development

This objective is achieved with the adoption of various scientific and technological methods related to the management of natural resources, the development of rural infrastructure, sustainable agriculture, water management, resilience to climate change, and the execution of governmental policies.

A B.Voc in Agriculture and Rural Development is a three-year undergraduate degree program approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). This course helps students acquire practical skills and knowledge to effectively implement various strategies in agriculture and rural development. Candidates interested in pursuing a career in the agriculture domain can apply for this course after completing their 12th class.

Why B.Voc in Agriculture and Rural Development from Glocal University?

Agriculture plays a vital role in providing food and other essential products to society and additionally making substantial contributions to the economic structure of countries. This sector contributes to the overall 17% growth in the GDP of the country and employs approximately 57% of the country’s population. Hence this sector is directly related to the development of our country, especially the rural areas.

A B.Voc in Agriculture and Rural Development course is specially designed to train students in the agriculture and rural development domain so that they can effectively contribute to the growth of this field. This vocational training program offered by Glocal University focuses on providing practical skills through its industry-relevant curriculum, engaging workshops, advanced laboratories, and paid internship opportunities. Students also have access to various exit points and seek employment at their convenience.

Course Key Features

Syllabus

• Agronomy
• Climate Change
• Rural Sociology
• Microbiology
• Crop Production Technology
• Livestock Breeding
• Soil Fertility Management
• Horticulture 
• Seed Technology
• Pest Management in Crops 
• Weed Management
• Government Policies and Programmes
• Organic Farming

Admission Process

Candidates interested in pursuing a B.Voc in Agriculture and Rural Development course are required to visit the official website of Glocal University. Click on the Apply Now link and submit your required information to complete the registration process. After registration, candidates can choose the course, fill in the details, submit the required documents, and pay the registration process to confirm their participation in the course. Glocal University also provides free counseling sessions to the students at every step of the admission process.

Course Fees

The annual fee for the B.Voc in Agriculture and Rural Development course is INR 50,000, forming a total tuition fee structure of INR 1,50,000 for the entire vocational program. Students have the option to pay this fee in installments.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates are required to pass their 12th class in any stream from a recognized Indian educational board.
• Candidates should have scored 50% or more marks in their 12th class.
• Reserved category candidates are given some relaxation in qualifying requirements during the admission process.
• Candidates residing in foreign countries are also eligible to apply for this course.
• The age of candidates should not be less than 17 years.

Career Opportunities

Top Hiring Companies

• NABARD
• Department of Agriculture and Cooperation
• AIC
• Krishi Vigyan Kendras
• Agro-Based Companies
• Gram Panchayats
• ICAR
• NRLM
• SFAC
• State Agriculture Departments

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