Soil science is the study of soil, which is the loose surface material that covers most land. Soil scientists study, analyse, and recommend appropriate land use to increase productivity of the soil. This is of great significance because soil health affects plant or crop growth, which in turn is linked to food security.
Personal Competencies
• You have an interest in Science
• You like working outdoors
• You like to do experiments
• You have a keen sense of observation
Entry Pathway
1 . Complete B.Sc. Agriculture Followed by M.Sc. Agriculture Specialization in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry
Please check the duration of the course during enrolrnent
Where will you study?
This course is offered by the Department of Agriculture.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. St Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujrat
3. Hindu College, Delhi
4. Government Arts College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. Farook College, Kozhikode, Kerala
6. St Stephens College, Delhi
7. Hansrai College, Delhi
8. Maharaja's College, Ernakulam, Kerala
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affilated and credited with UGC before applying)
1. Loyola College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Fergusson College, Pune, Maharashtra
3. Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, Karnataka
4. Peelame Sakthivel Gounder (PSG) College of
Arts and Science, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. St Xavier's College, Kolkata, West Bengal
6. Ramanarain Ruia College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Mar Ivanios College, Nalanchira, Kerala
8. Sir Parashurambhau College, pune, Maharashtra
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 7,000 -4,00,000*
* These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are central government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit.*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Agriculture Co-operative Organizations, NGOs, Public and Private Organisations, Environment Consultancies, Research Establishments, Commercial and Industrial Enterprises and Institutes of Higher Education among others
Work Environment: It is not a desk iob and you are likely to work outdoors. You are likely to head a team. You will be working for 8 to 9 hours every day 5 to 6 days a week
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Soil Scientist → Senior Soil Scientist → Head of Research Operation
Expected Income
The approx. salary of a Soil Scientist ranges between INR 68,300 - 1,18,564* per month.
Ashok Patra is the Director of Indian Institute of Soil Science. He did his Bachelor's in Agriculture from Banaras Hindu University and his Master's in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry from Indian Agricultural Research Institute. In December, 2022, he received the Glinka World Soil Prize 2022 for his 33-year dedicated career in soil science.*
SOIL SCIENTIST
NCS Code: 2132.0300 | AAS019• You have an interest in Science
• You like working outdoors
• You like to do experiments
• You have a keen sense of observation
1 . Complete B.Sc. Agriculture Followed by M.Sc. Agriculture Specialization in Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry
Please check the duration of the course during enrolrnent
This course is offered by the Department of Agriculture.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Presidency College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. St Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujrat
3. Hindu College, Delhi
4. Government Arts College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. Farook College, Kozhikode, Kerala
6. St Stephens College, Delhi
7. Hansrai College, Delhi
8. Maharaja's College, Ernakulam, Kerala
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affilated and credited with UGC before applying)
1. Loyola College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Fergusson College, Pune, Maharashtra
3. Mount Carmel College, Bangalore, Karnataka
4. Peelame Sakthivel Gounder (PSG) College of
Arts and Science, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
5. St Xavier's College, Kolkata, West Bengal
6. Ramanarain Ruia College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
7. Mar Ivanios College, Nalanchira, Kerala
8. Sir Parashurambhau College, pune, Maharashtra
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 7,000 -4,00,000*
* These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in Under this portal there are central government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI.
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit.*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: Agriculture Co-operative Organizations, NGOs, Public and Private Organisations, Environment Consultancies, Research Establishments, Commercial and Industrial Enterprises and Institutes of Higher Education among others
Work Environment: It is not a desk iob and you are likely to work outdoors. You are likely to head a team. You will be working for 8 to 9 hours every day 5 to 6 days a week
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Soil Scientist → Senior Soil Scientist → Head of Research Operation
The approx. salary of a Soil Scientist ranges between INR 68,300 - 1,18,564* per month.
Source: https://www.salaryexpert.com/salary/iob/soil-scientist/india
Experts from the field
Ashok Patra is the Director of Indian Institute of Soil Science. He did his Bachelor's in Agriculture from Banaras Hindu University and his Master's in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry from Indian Agricultural Research Institute. In December, 2022, he received the Glinka World Soil Prize 2022 for his 33-year dedicated career in soil science.*
Source: https://icar.org.in/content/dr-ashok-kumar-patra-awarded-gIinka-world-soil-prize-2022
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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