Pursuing a B.Sc. in Agriculture and looking for hands-on field experience? The Student READY (Rural and Entrepreneurship Awareness Development Yojana) Internship is a mandatory component of the undergraduate agricultural degree as per the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) guidelines.
This internship is designed to make students industry-ready, empowering them with practical exposure to farming, agribusiness, rural development, and on-farm research through experiential learning.
About the Program
Launched by ICAR, the Student READY program is part of the National Agricultural Education Policy and is integrated into the 8th semester (final year) of all ICAR-accredited B.Sc. (Agri/Hort/Forestry) programs.
It includes various modules such as:
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RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience)
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Experiential Learning Programs (ELP)
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In-plant Training
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Agri-Industrial Attachment
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Research Projects/Hands-on Practice
Each participating university/institute arranges internships with farmers, NGOs, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, cooperatives, agro-industries, and research stations.
Useful Summary
| Feature | Details |
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| Internship Name | Student READY Internship 2025 |
| Conducted By | ICAR & Affiliated Agricultural Universities |
| Start Date | Varies by university (typically Jan/July intake) |
| Apply By | As per internal university schedule |
| Duration | 4 to 6 Months |
| Stipend | ₹3000–₹5000/month (varies) |
| Perks | Certificate, field learning, project report |
| Location | Rural areas, research farms, agro-industries |
| Mode | Offline (on-ground internships only) |
Who Can Apply?
Eligible students must:
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Be enrolled in the final year (8th semester) of:
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B.Sc. Agriculture / Horticulture / Forestry / Agri. Engineering / Home Science
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Be a student of an ICAR-recognized agricultural university/college
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Complete coursework of first 3 years with satisfactory grades
✅ No separate external application is needed — it’s part of your degree curriculum.
Terms of Engagement
Each student undergoes:
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RAWE Module (Village stay, farmer surveys, soil/animal husbandry practices)
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Agri-Industrial Attachment / In-plant Training (1–2 months at agri-business firms, cooperatives, etc.)
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ELP (Hands-on entrepreneurial projects such as mushroom cultivation, dairy, seed production, etc.)
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Comprehensive Report Writing & Viva
Internship is evaluated through:
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Daily diary
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Project report
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Faculty and field supervisor evaluation
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Presentation or viva-voce
Number of Openings: Not limited (every eligible final-year student participates)
Essential Documents
Students must submit the following to their college/institution:
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Internship request form (provided by the college)
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Bonafide certificate
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Recent passport-size photos
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Photocopy of student ID card
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Undertaking/consent form (if village stay involved)
Some universities may also require:
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Medical fitness certificate
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Parent’s consent letter
How to Apply (Internal University Process)
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Contact your Dean of Agriculture / Academic Coordinator
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Fill the university’s READY module registration form
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Choose preferred track (RAWE, ELP, In-plant Training, etc.)
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Get allocation of location/farm/industry partner
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Participate in pre-placement training or orientation
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Begin field internship as per schedule
No central online portal is used. All processes are handled internally by each university.
Status Check (If Any)
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Progress is monitored by faculty and field mentors
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Reports and evaluations are submitted via your department
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Final grade appears on the 8th semester mark sheet
Important Dates & Links
| Event | Tentative Timeline |
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| Registration Window | Jan–Feb 2025 or July–Aug 2025 (depends on university) |
| Internship Period | Varies (typically 4–6 months during 8th semester) |
| Report Submission | At the end of internship (University-specific) |
🔗 Official ICAR Link: https://icar.org.in
📘 Policy Document: National Agricultural Education Accreditation Board (NAEAB) – Student READY Guidelines
FAQs
Q: What is the Student READY Program?
It is a mandatory internship program for final-year agricultural undergraduates to gain field and entrepreneurial experience.
Q: Is the internship paid?
Some components like ELP may offer stipends (₹3000–₹5000/month) depending on the university’s funding and partner institutions.
Q: Is this internship compulsory for B.Sc. Agriculture students?
Yes, ICAR mandates the Student READY internship for degree completion.
Q: Will I get a certificate after the program?
Yes, a completion certificate and marks/grades are awarded based on your performance.
Q: Can I do this internship in my native village or area?
In most cases, students are placed in assigned rural areas, but some universities allow preference-based allocation with approval.