Career in Agricultural engineering

Agricultural Engineering is the branch of engineering with is concerned with the use of innovative technology for the producing better quality food. It deals with the development of machinery used in the agriculture, planning of agricultural areas, and planning and management of resources i.e. water, irrigation, electricity and others.

Agriculture engineering is a combination of mechanical, Civil, Chemical and Electrical Engineering. The principals and knowledge of all these fields of engineering are combined for the production of better quality foods.

What do they do?

• Design agricultural machinery and equipment that for better irrigation, seed plantation and harvestation.
• Design and develop resources and infrastructure such as dams, canals
• Design and develop machinery for the not only seed plantation and harvestation but also for food processing.
• Agricultural engineers may design shelter and proper environment for livestock like cows, buffalos etc….

Scope of Agriculture Engineering in Pakistan

Demand of agriculture engineers in Pakistan is increasing with the passage of time. Being an Agricultural Based economy, opportunities for agriculture related fields will always be good especially those concerned with innovative technologies.

Pakistan is still lacking behind in terms of efficiency of agricultural products. But still it is amongst the top ten countries producing wheat, milk and other agricultural products.

Job Market of Agriculture Engineering in Pakistan

• Manufacturing Industry
• Food Production industry
• Plant breeder/geneticist industry
• Engineering Firms
• Fertilizer Industry
• Soil industry
• Animal nutrionist industry

Education and Eligibility of Agriculture Engineering

4 years BSc Engg degree is offered in Agriculture Engineering. The degree and the institute must be recognized by Pakistan Engineering Council.

Eligibility Criteria

• FSc Pre-Engineering with Minimum 60% marks
• DAE in the relevant field
• Passing Entry Test

Top Universities for BSc Agriculture Engineering in Pakistan

Fewer universities in Pakistan are offereing BSc Agriuclutre in Pakistan. List of Universities offering Agricultural Engineering in Pakistan with fee, duration and merit will be uploaded soon here.

Related Fields of Agricultural Engineering

As already mentioned, Agriculture engineering is a combination of mechanical, Civil, Chemical and Electrical Engineering. So, you can enter this field by completing one of the following degrees:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Agriculture Sciences
• Environmental Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Agriculture & Food Technology
• Dairy Technology