The Bachelor of Technology in Agricultural Engineering is a 4-year full-time undergraduate program offered by Kongunadu College of Engineering and Technology (KNCET), Tiruchirappalli. Established in 2021, this course provides comprehensive knowledge in modern farming techniques, irrigation systems, farm mechanization, soil and water conservation, harvesting technologies, renewable energy, and crop production with IoT technology. The program has an intake of 60 students and is affiliated with Anna University, Chennai. The Agricultural Engineering program is designed to develop professionals who can solve practical difficulties in small-landholdings and contribute to agricultural innovation. The course is popular among students interested in sustainable agriculture and agri-tech solutions, with emphasis on practical field work, industrial visits, and hands-on learning experiences that bridge the gap between academia and agricultural industry.
Admissions to the B.Tech Agricultural Engineering program at KNCET are conducted through TNEA (Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions) 2026. The admission process is currently ongoing with registrations expected to commence in May 2026. Registration and document uploading will be held from May 7, 2026 to June 6, 2026, with the last date for uploading documents on June 9, 2026. Certificate verification is scheduled for June 10-20, 2026. The rank list will be published on June 27, 2026, followed by grievances redressal from June 28 to July 2, 2026. Special reservation counseling will be conducted from July 7-11, 2026, while general counseling is scheduled from July 14 to August 19, 2026. Supplementary counseling will take place from August 21-23, 2026, and SCA to SC counseling from August 25-26, 2026. The TNEA exam is tentatively scheduled for July 1, 2026.
Key Points
- Newly established department (2021) with modern infrastructure and ultra-modern buildings
- Well-equipped laboratories including Crop Husbandry Field Lab, Irrigation Field Lab, Soil Science Lab, Post Harvest Technology Lab, and Renewable Energy Lab
- Focus on practical field work and industrial visits to enhance practical knowledge
- Strong emphasis on IoT technology integration in crop production and farm management
- Faculty with Ph.D. qualifications and industry experience providing quality education
- Value-added courses in Landscape Irrigation, CAD for Agricultural Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture
- Industry partnerships with IGO AGRI TECHFARMS and Sri Vethaa Dairy Private Limited for internships and placements
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