B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Jobs, Scope, Salary in India 2023

Updated on - Jan 4, 2023

Jobs after B.Tech Agricultural Engineering is ample as the course is designed to encourage students to pursue cross-traditional agricultural engineering modules and seek employable opportunities. Advancement in technology has changed every field today, and agriculture is no exception. Agriculture and its allied industries play a significant role in the economic sector of India. To bring about development and technological advancement in India's agricultural sector, agricultural engineering jobs are in high demand.

Career Prospects and Job Scope for a B.Tech Agricultural Engineer

There are a lot of opportunities for deserving aspirants who complete the B.Tech Agriculture Engineering course. Students with relevant skills, knowledge, and experience will choose the right career after completing the course. The B.Tech Agricultural Engineering is highly job-oriented, especially in India, where agriculture plays a significant role in its economy. Skilled professionals with technical skills are always in demand.

There are several B.Tech Agricultural Engineering jobs that you can go for. With a keen knowledge of the field, you can also explore the following career opportunities.

Agricultural Sales Engineer
Manufacturing Manager
Agriculture Program Manager
Researcher/Fundamental Analyst
Primary Production Manager
Farming Consultant & Agronomist
Sales Manager
Agriculture Portfolio Manager

Salary Packages for B.Tech Agricultural Engineers

Students with a B.Tech Agricultural Engineering degree, pay scale ranges by the type of job, experience, and the skills possessed by the aspirant. However, the starting salary would be around INR 5 - 7 LPA.

Below listed are the average pay for the B.Tech Agricultural Engineering aspirants:

(Source: Payscale)
Designation	Salary
Area Sales Manager	INR 9.2 LPA
Agricultural Engineer	INR 3.5 LPA
Manager Trainee	INR 2.9 LPA
Administrative/Office Manager	INR 5.2 LPA

Government Jobs for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Aspirants

Since agricultural engineers are offered knowledge in food processing, soil conservation, and agricultural mechanization, etc., professionals in this field can find job opportunities in both state and central government organizations, and for finding government jobs, aspirants will have to take up different examinations like Staff Selection Commission and Union Public Service Commission. In-state service examinations like Maharashtra State Service Examination, there is a separate optional paper for agricultural engineering, and aspirants taking up examinations like these can enter into state services.

(Source: Glassdoor)
Top Government Hiring Companies	Job Designation	Salary
Union Public Service Commission	Assistant Agricultural Marketing Adviser	INR 2 LPA
Punjab Agricultural University	Teaching/management/clerical vacancy	INR 3.8 LPA
Ministry of Agriculture	Store Officer	INR 4.6 LPA
Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture	Senior Research Fellow	INR 4.1 LPA

Private Jobs for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering Aspirants

B.Tech Agricultural Engineering salary India average for graduates is INR 5 - 7 LPA. The job designations include:

(Source: Glassdoor)
Top Private Hiring Companies	Job Profiles	Salary
Axis Bank	Agriculture Water Quality Assistant	INR 7.4 LPA
Bank of India	Agriculture Officer	INR 5.1 LPA

Listed below are the top private companies who hire B.Tech Agricultural Engineering students:

AMUL Dairy
Nestle India
Frigorifico Allana
ITC
Farming Industry Consultants
Agricultural Commodities Processors
Escorts
Proagro Seed
PRADAN

Job Opportunities Abroad for B.Tech Agricultural Engineering

The B.Tech agricultural engineering graduates can also quickly secure a job in various foreign countries such as the United States, United Kingdom, Japan, China, etc. One of the main benefits of securing a job abroad is that the graduates will be well paid, much better than in India. According to one's interest, they can choose the area of work. Within 4 to 5 years, one can secure a good post in these firms, which will help them earn an attractive salary.