Indira Gandhi National Open University Launches Online Agriculture Courses For UG And PG Students

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has initiated online agriculture courses, catering to both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) levels. As per the notification released by IGNOU, interested candidates can apply for these courses through the university’s official website, http://ignou.ac.in/.

The notification consists of 16 courses, comprising a six-month certificate course, a one-year diploma course, as well as UG and PG programs, being offered under these initiatives. Applications are open for various courses including dairy farming, organic farming, beekeeping, poultry production, sericulture and agricultural policy. Additionally, IGNOU provides degrees in specialised areas such as Agriculture Management, Water and Watershed Management and Dairy Technology.

An official statement from IGNOU emphasises the promising career prospects and diverse job opportunities available in the field of agriculture and allied sectors. These programs are designed to equip individuals with valuable skills highly sought after in the agro-food industry. Moreover, the educational offerings from the School of Agriculture at IGNOU cater to professionals engaged in agro-based industries such as fertilisers, pesticides, seeds and food processing, fostering continuous learning and growth.

Registration Procedure:

1. Visit the IGNOU website to initiate the registration process.
2. Navigate to the updated course section on the homepage.
3. Click on the link for the IGNOU Agriculture Online Program.
4. Access the online registration link provided.
5. Complete the registration by entering personal details as required.
6. Proceed to fill out the application form after successful registration.

The School of Agriculture stands as one of the 21 study schools within IGNOU, inviting applications for its online programs. These courses offer the flexibility of learning from home, making education accessible to a wider audience. Among the various offerings, the MSc in Food Safety and Quality Management garners significant demand at IGNOU, alongside programs like the PG Diploma in Agribusiness and the Diploma in Horticulture.