Agriculture Graduate Internship Program 2024

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The “Agriculture Graduate Internship Program” s designed to enhance the professional knowledge and skills of recent agriculture graduates. With a total cost of Rs. 755.000 million and a gestation period of one year (2024–25), the scheme aims to improve communication skills, leadership abilities, and cooperation among institutions. This initiative also focuses on improving the delivery of services to farmers by enhancing the communication skills of extension agents. The Agriculture Graduate Internship Program emphasizes report writing, professional skills, and a positive attitude necessary for effective performance of assigned responsibilities.

Scheme Components of Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

The Agriculture Graduate Internship Program consists of several key components:

  • A team of 1,000 paid internees.
  • A real-time monitoring unit in an urban area.

Eligibility Criteria for Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

To qualify for the Agriculture Graduate Internship Program, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum Qualification: BSc (Hons) in Agriculture.
  • Age: Up to 25 years old.
  • Must have a local domicile.
  • Preference will be given to residents of the same tehsil.
  • Must possess a smartphone.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a sound understanding of agricultural farming practices.

Financial Details for Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

The total cost of the scheme is Rs. 755.00 million, which is distributed as follows:

  • Stipends: Rs. 720.00 million.
  • Urban Unit: Rs. 10.00 million.
  • The remaining funds are allocated for operational costs.

Application Process for Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

Applications for the Agriculture Graduate Internship Program program will be invited through advertisements in leading newspapers, departmental websites, and social media. Applicants must submit their applications to the office of the respective Deputy Director of Agriculture (Extension) at the district level, along with relevant documents. The Deputy Director serves as a member or secretary of the district-level recruitment committee, which is headed by the Deputy Commissioner. Applications can also be submitted online through the portal.

Approval and contact information for Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

The project was approved during the PDWP meeting on July 7, 2024. Advertisements for the scheme will be published after the MOM and Admin Approval, likely the following week. The extension wing of the Punjab Agriculture Department manages the scheme. For further details, interested candidates can contact the focal person, Dr. Muhammad Sohail ur Raza, SAO/Extra ADA (Ext:) O/O Director General Agricultural (Ext:), Punjab, Lahore, at 0300-5342352.

Frequently Asked Questions Related to Agriculture Graduate Internship Program

How much funding does the Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program receive?

The budget for the Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program for 2024–25 amounts to Rs. 759 million.

How many agricultural graduate interns will the Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Program hire?

The Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program will recruit 1,000 agricultural graduates.

What are the criteria for the Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Internship Program (CMPAGIP)?

The eligibility criteria for the Chief Minister Punjab Agricultural Graduates Program are as follows:
Education Qualification: Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Agriculture
Maximum Age: 25 years and older
Domicile: Punjab

What is the salary of the Job Vacancies for Agriculture Graduate who was recruited?

The monthly salary for agricultural graduates recruited will be Rs. 60,000.

 What is the application procedure for the Job Vacancies For Agriculture Graduate?

To apply for the Job Vacancies For Agriculture Graduate, you must submit copies of all required documents electronically to the Office of the respective Deputy Directors of Agriculture (Extension).