Agriculture sector is one of the booming sectors in the world and so the need for professionals in the sector has increased tremendously. And so, the career opportunities in this field are vast and wide.

After completing a Master’s degree in Agriculture, one can go for either government jobs like States Farms Corporation of India, National Seeds Corporation Limited, Indian Agricultural Research Institute or private sector jobs like Territory Manager, Technical Manager, Agriculture Officer, Trial Co-ordinator.

M.Sc – Agriculture

	M.Sc – Agriculture
About	This course deals with topics like Biochemistry, Agricultural Machinery, Management aspects of the agricultural sector, Plantation Management and gives the students a better insight into the utilizing the potential of plants for the benefits mankind. MSc Agriculture deals with various latest farming technologies and the scientific aspect of agriculture industry for the development of farming industry.
Eligibility	The students must complete their graduation in courses like Horticulture, Forestry, or Agriculture from a recognized university with a minimum percentage of 50%
Duration	2 years
Entrance Exams	All India Entrance Examination for Agriculture (AIEEA) organized by The Indian Council of Agricultural Research A Common Entrance Test is conducted by Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University (AGRICET) Postgraduate Common Entrance Test conducted by the Maharashtra Council of Agriculture Education and Research (MCAER)
College Options	Cochin University of Science and Technology, Cochin University of Calcutta, Kolkata Tamil Nadu Agriculture University, Chennai Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana Anand Agriculture University, Gujarat
Specialization	Agronomy, Horticulture, Forestry, Genetics and Plant Breeding
Course Subjects	Agronomy Biotechnology Agricultural Economics & Farm Management Plant Physiology Entomology Extension Education Horticulture Plant Breeding & Genetics Plant Pathology Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry Forestry Food Science & Technology
Careers	Corporate Sales Manager, Research Scientist, Lecturer/Professor, Field Officer, Breeder, Agronomist, Farm Manager

m.Sc – Agricultural biotechnology

	M.Sc – Agricultural Biotechnology
About	MSc in Agricultural Biotechnology course trains students in the field of biochemistry, microbiology, physiology etc and familiarize them with the practical laboratory skills. The MSc programme will equip them with theoretical knowledge, communication and management skills so that they can use the knowledge gained from this course for extensive research.
Eligibility	Candidates should have completed their graduate degree (B.Sc.) under any registered or recognized University with a minimum 50% in the Science stream.
Duration	2 years
College Options	Andhra University – AU, Vishakhapatnam Assam Agricultural University – AAU, Jorhat Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Agricultural Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda University, Belur
Course Curriculum	Semester 1:Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Cell & Developmental Biology, Analytical Techniques, Seminar/Journal Club/Assignment, Lab I-Biochemistry and Analytical Techniques, Lab II-Molecular, Cell & Plant Biology Semester 2: Immunology & Molecular Diagnostics, Microbiology and Industrial Applications, Genetic Engineering, Genetics, Genomics & Proteomics, Seminar/Journal Club/Assignment, Lab III-Immunology, Lab IV-Microbiology, Lab V-Genetic Engineering Semester 3: Tissue Culture and Transgenic Technologies, Bioinformatics & Bio-computation, Molecular Breeding, Biotic & Abiotic Stress Biology, IPR, Bio-safety & Biodiversity,  Lab I, Lab II, Project Proposal Presentation, Tissue Culture & Transgenic Technologies and Molecular Breeding related practical, Bioinformatics, Bio-computation and Biotic & Abiotic Stress Biology related practical Semester 4: Elective, Thesis Work List of Electives:  1. Bio-entrepreneurship 2. Molecular Virology 3. Geoinformatics 4. Biostatistics 5. Industrial & Food Biotechnology 6. Plant Metabolite Engineering 7. Animal Biotechnology 8. Nanobiotechnology
Careers	Senior Research Associate, Rice Breeder, Assistant & Education Administrator, Marketing Executive, Seed Technologist, Agriculture Scientist, Deputy General Manager (Production), Business Development Executive, Agriculturist, Senior Agriculture Specialist, Agriculture Technician