ICAR Syllabus
ICAR Syllabus
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) syllabus covers a wide range of topics in agriculture, including:
Plant Sciences
- Plant biology
- Genetics and plant breeding
- Crop production
- Agronomy
- Horticulture
- Forestry
- Sericulture
Animal Sciences
- Animal biology
- Genetics and animal breeding
- Animal nutrition
- Animal physiology
- Animal health and production
- Dairy science and technology
- Veterinary science
Fisheries Science
- Fish biology
- Fisheries management
- Aquaculture
- Fisheries technology
Natural Resource Management
- Soil science
- Water science
- Agrometeorology
- Climate change and agriculture
- Remote sensing and GIS
Agricultural Engineering
- Agricultural machinery
- Irrigation and drainage
- Soil and water conservation
- Post-harvest technology
Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural policy and planning
- Agricultural marketing and finance
- Agricultural development
- Rural sociology
Agricultural Extension and Education
- Agricultural communication
- Adult education
- Rural development
- Farmer training and education
Community Science
- Rural sociology
- Rural development
- Social anthropology
- Gender studies
- Food security and nutrition
In addition to these core subjects, the ICAR syllabus also includes courses on specific agricultural technologies and practices, such as biotechnology, precision agriculture, and integrated pest management.
The ICAR syllabus is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of agriculture, from plant and animal sciences to natural resource management and agricultural economics. This knowledge is essential for students who want to pursue careers in agriculture, either in research, teaching, extension, or industry.
The ICAR syllabus is also updated regularly to reflect the latest developments in agricultural science and technology. This ensures that students are prepared to meet the challenges and opportunities of the ever-changing agricultural landscape.