School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Overview of the School
The School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries was started in the year 2013 with the aim of imparting higher education in Agricultural and Allied Sciences and producing dedicated and trained graduates. The school caters to a large number of students from almost every corner of the country and believes in providing holistic education in the field of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Our students and faculty are actively involved in Research. The school aims to create innovative thinkers and instil technical and managerial skills among graduate and postgraduate students to prepare them to pursue a rewarding career in the field of Agriculture and Allied Sciences. The School is proud to have the most learned people as their faculty members, who are recognized worldwide for their eminent teaching skills and outstanding research accomplishments. The School provides an atmosphere not only for healthy academic activities but also for all-round growth and development of student’s personality. The university has followed a system of education that provides a great deal of openness transparency, flexibility and possibilities for growth.
Some of the innovative programmes in the curriculum are Practical Crop Production (PCP), Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE), Forest work Experience (FOWE), Experiential Learning Programme (ELP).
The School has well equipped laboratories and a large Farm Area within the University Campus where students perform experiments and get practical knowledge. The School is Wi-Fi enabled with high speed Internet connectivity. The Alumni of the School are working in different sectors related to their disciplines.
Objective of the School
- To provide high-quality education in agricultural and allied sciences, equipping students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
- To promote the development of new technologies and practices that enhances productivity and environmental sustainability.
- To develop abilities to practice and propagate various farming systems, crop diversification and sustainable agriculture practices
- To impart training to develop abilities for transfer of technologies for the benefit of farming communities.
Significant Highlights of the School
- Curriculum as per ICAR V Dean’s Committee report.
- Qualified Faculty from reputed Institutions.
- Well Equipped Laboratories.
- Large Farm Area within the campus
- Poly-house and Green house.
- Regular Field Tours to Scientific Institutions and Research Units.
- Practical Crop Production on the concept of “Learning by Doing”
- Guest lectures by Eminent Agricultural Scientists.
- Career Counselling Sessions
- Extra-curricular activities like sports
Dean's Message
Program Offered
Program- 1
- Program: Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Agriculture
- Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
- Eligibility: 12th Pass in PCB/PCM/PCMB/PCA with English as compulsory subject.
- Admission Procedure: Through personal interview
Future prospects after the completion of Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Agriculture
Prospective Placements
Private Sector
- Fertilizer and Micronutrients Companies
- Pesticides Companies
- Seed Companies
- Banking Sector
- Sugar Industry
- Floriculture Industry
- Farm Equipments and Implements
- Microirrigation
Government Sector
- Banking
- PPO/DHO/AEO/ADO/CAO (PSC exams)
- Civil services exams (Agriculture as a subject)
- Seed Certification Inspectors
- Entrepreneurship Development Programmes
- Lab assistants, Field assistants and Technical Assistants in depts. Of Agriculture Universities
- Agri-journalism
Higher Education
- M.Sc. and Ph.D. in several branches of Agriculture
- ICAR JRF exam ( M.Sc. with Scholarship)
Program-2
- Program: M.Sc (Ag.) Genetics and Plant breeding
- Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Eligibility: B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture/Horticulture
- Admission Procedure: Through personal interview
Program-3
- Program: M.Sc (Ag.) Agronomy
- Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Eligibility: B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture
- Admission Procedure: Through personal interview
Program-4
- Program: Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Forestry
- Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
- Eligibility: 12th Pass in PCB/PCM/PCMB/PCA with English as compulsory subject.
- Admission Procedure: Through personal interview
Program-5
- Program: Bachelor of Fisheries Science
- Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
- Eligibility: 12th Pass in PCB/PCM/PCMB/PCA with English as compulsory subject.
- Admission Procedure: Through personal interview
Ms. Aashu Rajput
{Ph. D- Soil Science(Pursuing), ICAR-NET}
Assistant Professor
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Ms. Aashu Rajput is working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agriculture at Jigyasa University. Her research interests lie in the realm of Soil Science, where she aims to contribute towards sustainable agricultural practices. She is committed to nurturing the next generation of agricultural innovators through knowledge dissemination and practical application. She is passionate about exploring the intricate relationship between soil health and crop productivity. She is dedicated to advancing agricultural sciences for the betterment of our society and environment.
Ms. Shagun Lodhi
M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy)
Teaching Associate
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/Interests: Agronomy, Horticulture, Soil Science
Ms. Shagun Lodhi is a passionate teacher and learner. She did her Master’s degree from Himgiri Zee University, Dehradun and was awarded with gold medal for securing first position in the program. Her teaching interests are varied and include Agronomy, Soil Science, and Horticulture. She has 1.5 years of experience in academics. She takes high interest in motivating the students and encouraging them.
Dr.Vivek Singh
(Ph. D- Genetics & Plant Breeding)
Teaching Associate
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/ Interest:
Crop Improvement, Plant Breeding, Marketing and Finance, Agriculture Economics, Farm Machinery and Hi-Tech Agriculture.
Dr. Vivek Singh is working as Teaching Associate in Department of Agriculture at Jigyasa University, Dehradun since 2017. Dr. Vivek Singh is Ph.D. and M.Sc. Agriculture in Genetics & Plant Breeding and M.B.A. (Marketing and Finance). He has teaching experience of more than nine years and Industry exposure of 10 years (Agri-Input Sector). His diversified exposure and inter disciplinary knowledge add to his teaching skills. He has five research publications in reputed journals. His areas of interest are model making, innovative teaching, creative writing, organizing short play, skit, drama.
Ms. Prerna Dhyani
(M. Sc.-Fisheries Science, CSIR- NET, GATE)
Assistant Professor
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/Interests:
Marine and inland water bodies, Fish diversity and Biology and physiology of fish and shellfish resources.
Ms. Prerna Dhyani is a passionate teacher and learner. She did her Master’s degree from HNB Garhwal University and Bachelor’s degree from University of Delhi. Her teaching interests are varied and include Biodiversity, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Physiology. She has more than 8 years of experience in academics. She is also holding the post of academic coordinator of Department of Forestry & Fisheries Sciences. She has published various research papers in national and international journals.
Ms. Aashu Rajput
{Ph. D- Soil Science(Pursuing), ICAR-NET}
Assistant Professor
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Ms. Aashu Rajput is working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agriculture at Jigyasa University. Her research interests lie in the realm of Soil Science, where she aims to contribute towards sustainable agricultural practices. She is committed to nurturing the next generation of agricultural innovators through knowledge dissemination and practical application. She is passionate about exploring the intricate relationship between soil health and crop productivity. She is dedicated to advancing agricultural sciences for the betterment of our society and environment.
Ms. Shagun Lodhi
M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy)
Teaching Associate
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/Interests: Agronomy, Horticulture, Soil Science
Ms. Shagun Lodhi is a passionate teacher and learner. She did her Master’s degree from Himgiri Zee University, Dehradun and was awarded with gold medal for securing first position in the program. Her teaching interests are varied and include Agronomy, Soil Science, and Horticulture. She has 1.5 years of experience in academics. She takes high interest in motivating the students and encouraging them.
Dr.Vivek Singh
(Ph. D- Genetics & Plant Breeding)
Teaching Associate
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/ Interest:
Crop Improvement, Plant Breeding, Marketing and Finance, Agriculture Economics, Farm Machinery and Hi-Tech Agriculture.
Dr. Vivek Singh is working as Teaching Associate in Department of Agriculture at Jigyasa University, Dehradun since 2017. Dr. Vivek Singh is Ph.D. and M.Sc. Agriculture in Genetics & Plant Breeding and M.B.A. (Marketing and Finance). He has teaching experience of more than nine years and Industry exposure of 10 years (Agri-Input Sector). His diversified exposure and inter disciplinary knowledge add to his teaching skills. He has five research publications in reputed journals. His areas of interest are model making, innovative teaching, creative writing, organizing short play, skit, drama.
Ms. Prerna Dhyani
(M. Sc.-Fisheries Science, CSIR- NET, GATE)
Assistant Professor
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Research Area/Interests:
Marine and inland water bodies, Fish diversity and Biology and physiology of fish and shellfish resources.
Ms. Prerna Dhyani is a passionate teacher and learner. She did her Master’s degree from HNB Garhwal University and Bachelor’s degree from University of Delhi. Her teaching interests are varied and include Biodiversity, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Physiology. She has more than 8 years of experience in academics. She is also holding the post of academic coordinator of Department of Forestry & Fisheries Sciences. She has published various research papers in national and international journals.
HOD Message
Warm welcome to the School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Jigyasa University, Dehradun
The Science of Agriculture is a comprehensive science covering a wide range of fields, from basic to applied, with the aim of contributing to human survival and life, including the analysis of biological functions, the production of foods and foods that make effective use of those functions, the conservation of the natural environment and the maintenance of our living environment, including local communities. In other words, modern agriculture is not only an industry but also a practical study that supports our lives.
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Jigyasa University. The School is a doorway to educational, research and outreach programs in agriculture, forestry and fisheries sciences. We sincerely try to provide the best of theoretical and practical exposure to every student studying in the School of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries so that they understand the role and appeal of agriculture& allied sciences, and grow into human resources with a broad perspective, professional insight and technique and a rich human nature that can support our future.
At our School, we provide our students with practical education that prepares them for careers in the growing job market. There is an increasing demand for graduates with degrees in agriculture and related fields and we are here to meet that demand. Our students also develop skills and gain experience in communication and leadership through both formal coursework and the many student clubs and organizations found on campus.
It is our sincere efforts that student not only becomes a good agri- professional but also a good human with strong values and ethics. This is ensured through frequent co-curricular and extra- curricular activities including sports and cultural activities. Our students have brought several accolades in various Inter-University events. Our strength lies in the achievements of our Alumni who are working in several multinational companies and also gaining higher education in several Government agriculture universities of India and abroad.
I see a bright future of the students and hope that with united and concerted efforts we will continue to create milestones.
With best wishes
Dr. Mohammad Faisal
HOD
School of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries