B.Sc (Hons) in Agriculture Biotechnology
Recognised, Approved, Governed & Run in Collaboration with:
CCPTR (Centre for Collaborative Programs, Training and Research),
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal
About the Course
The agriculture, biotechnology, and agricultural biotechnology sectors together form a key pillar of India’s economy, contributing around 17% to the GDP and providing livelihoods to over 65% of the population. These fields are evolving rapidly through plant biotechnology, tissue culture, disease and stress-resistant crop development, modern farming techniques, and the rising demand for organic produce. The focus today is on producing high-quality crops with maximum efficiency in limited land, water, and space, both in rural and urban environments, to meet the growing needs of the population.
The B.Sc (Hons) in Agriculture Biotechnology is a uniquely designed programme combining managerial knowledge, scientific expertise, and technical skills. Students learn effective budgeting and cost control, analytical and technical procedures, legal compliance, and modern technocratic and scientific applications in agriculture and biotechnology. The curriculum also integrates local and global agricultural policy frameworks, offering a truly interdisciplinary understanding of current practices, technologies, and challenges.
By 2026, India’s average age will be just 29 years, making it the youngest nation in the world. In the coming decade, economic growth is expected to create 500 million new jobs, of which 75% will be skill-based—and nearly half will be in agriculture, biotechnology, and agricultural biotechnology. Being recognised among the best agriculture colleges in Kolkata and West Bengal, Gurukul Edutech College offers this degree to open three-fold career opportunities in all three fields. Graduates can work in industry, research, and government or establish their own entrepreneurial ventures.
Facilities & Learning Environment
- ✔ A lush, green, and eco-friendly campus
- ✔ Expert faculty team from academia and industry
- ✔ Live industrial visits and hands-on training in leading industries and research institutions
- ✔ Interactive sessions with HR leaders and industry technocrats
- ✔ Smart classrooms with advanced projection and audio-visual systems
- ✔ In-house computer laboratories and state-of-the-art wet laboratories with modern machinery
- ✔ Fully Wi-Fi enabled campus with CCTV surveillance
- ✔ Library with computerized catalogue and issue systems
- ✔ In-house agricultural farm for real-world practice
- ✔ Dedicated seminar hall for events and workshops
- ✔ Active Research & Development wing to promote innovation
- ✔ Courteous administrative support staff, a cafeteria, and indoor/outdoor sports facilities
- ✔ Recognition and certification by MAKAUT, West Bengal
Career Opportunities
India’s agrarian economy sustains over 30 lakh professionals in agriculture, biotechnology, and agricultural biotechnology, with demand expected to grow rapidly due to new policies and the expansion of national and multinational companies in these fields. This programme prepares industry-ready, certified professionals for roles in agricultural companies, biotechnology firms, research organisations, government projects, and entrepreneurial ventures.
The Training & Placement Cell offers:
- ✔ 100% live industrial training support
- ✔ Direct HR interaction sessions
- ✔ Complete placement and interview assistance
- ✔ Handholding support for both job seekers and entrepreneurs
Industry Partners
Our strong network includes Pepsico, Adama India, Tata Chemicals, PAN Seeds, Syngenta, Bayer Cropscience, Krishi Rasayan, Sristi Agrobiotech, Jain Irrigation, Nirmal Seeds, SwitchOn, Mother Dairy, Prime Group, Indofil, Shalimar, Xe Farms, Balaji Group, and many more.
Course Details
- ✔ Eligibility: Class 12th pass with Science or Class 12th pass in Vocational stream
- ✔ Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)
- ✔ Certification: Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal