Ph.D in Agricultural Engineering Admission 2021 & Top Colleges

• Doctor of Philosophy or Ph.D in Agricultural Engineering is the highest level degree in the agricultural engineering. It is the doctoral level course having the duration of 3 years. 
• The course aims to equip the postgraduates with highest skills and knowledge in the specializations of agricultural engineering.
• After successful completion, of course students will be able to perform scientific research in various disciplines of agricultural engineering. Students could research and find innovative ways to advance farming sector.
• The role of an agricultural engineer is to carry out research for boosting the agricultural production by applying engineering principles, methods and technologies in agriculture.

Candidates can pursue Ph.D agricultural engineering in the following disciplines:
•    Farm Machinery and Power
•    Soil and Water Engineering
•    Agricultural Process & Food Engineering
Eligibility Criteria:
The minimum qualification required for pursuing Ph.D in agricultural engineering master’s degree in agricultural engineering. A candidate holding M.E./M.Tech or equivalent degree in agricultural engineering is eligible to apply for this course. The graduation and post-graduation must be passed with good marks.
Admission Procedure:
•    Admission into Ph.D in agricultural engineering is done on the basis of entrance test.
•    Many agricultural institutions conduct their own written test in order to test the eligibility of the candidate for admission.
•    Admission shall also be given on merit based on past academic performance.
•    Students are advised to visit the respective college website thoroughly in order to get authentic details regarding admission process.
Job Prospects:

• Agricultural engineering is a technologically knowledgeable field that offers bright career prospects.
• By pursuing Ph.D in agricultural engineering, candidates can work in research and development sector of this field. Candidate can build a promising career in this field.
• Interested candidates can also work in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) as a junior fellow researcher. IARI is the research institution regulated by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR).
• After gaining work experience, the candidate may also work as an independent consultant for the agriculture industry. One may also build a career in research sector associated with this field.
• Teaching field is always open for Ph.D degree holders in renowned institutions/Universities.

After completing Ph.D in Agricultural Engineering, the job roles include:
•    Scientists
•    Agricultural Scientists
•    Researchers
•    Business Analysts
•    Professors
•    Food Scientist
•    Agriculture Production specialist
Salary:
Candidates possessing doctoral degree in agricultural engineering can earn annual salary of $70,000 or more. In India, the salary of an agricultural scientist working in reputed organizations like ICAR is Rs 90,000/- per month.