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Notice  Far Western University (FWU), Faculty of Engineering, Mahendranagar, Kanchanpur, has announced student admissions for the Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Project Management for the academic session 2081/082. Admissions will be conducted through an entrance examination as per the available seat allocations.  Seat Allocation  Regular Category: 16 seats  Full-Pay Category: 7 seats  Sponsored Category: 7 seats  Total: 30 seats  Important Dates  Application Deadline: Until 2081/10/21  Entrance Examination Date: 2081/10/24 at 11:00 AM  Examination Venue: FWU Faculty of Engineering Building, Mahendranagar  Examination Fee: NPR 2000 (to be deposited in Nepal Bank Limited, Mahendranagar, Account No. 165001000999900000001, and upload the voucher online)  Application Process  Interested candidates must submit their applications online through FWU’s official website: www.facultyengineering.fwu.edu.np
 

Notice

Far Western University (FWU), Faculty of Engineering, Mahendranagar, Kanchanpur, has announced student admissions for the Master of Science (MSc) in Construction Project Management for the academic session 2081/082. Admissions will be conducted through an entrance examination as per the available seat allocations.

Seat Allocation

  • Regular Category: 4 seats

  • Full-Pay Category: 18 seats

  • Sponsored Category: 8 seats

  • Total: 30 seats

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: Until 2081/11/21

  • Entrance Examination Date: 2081/11/24 at 11:00 AM

  • Examination Venue: FWU Faculty of Engineering Building, Mahendranagar

  • Examination Fee: NPR 3000 (to be deposited in Nepal Bank Limited, Mahendranagar, Account No. 165001000999900000001, and upload the voucher online)

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their applications online through FWU’s official website: facultyengineering.fwu.edu.np

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil and Rural Engineering, Hydropower Engineering, Agriculture Engineering, or Architecture with at least 45% marks or a CGPA of 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

Documents Required for Application

  • Copy of Nepali Citizenship Certificate

  • Academic Certificates (SEE to Bachelor’s Degree)

  • Recent Color Photograph with Plain Background

  • Handwritten Signature Document

  • Proof of Entrance Fee Payment (Bank Voucher)


Syllabus for Entrance Examination

The entrance exam will be divided into four sections, each carrying equal weight.

SectionCourseWeightage
AMathematics25%
BFundamentals of Construction25%
CConstruction Planning & Management25%
DStructure and Others25%
Total100%

Section A: Mathematics (25 Marks)

  • Probability & Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode, Variance, Standard Deviation

  • Algebra: Matrix Algebra, Linear Equations, Vector Algebra

  • Geometry & Mensuration: Triangles, Circles, Graphs, Area, Volume

  • Calculus: Differentiation, Integration, Coordinate Geometry, Differential Equations

Section B: Fundamentals of Construction (25 Marks)

  • Surveying: Levelling, Contouring, GPS & GIS

  • Building Materials & Technology: ABC Classification, Impact of Technology

  • Estimating & Costing: Analysis of Rates, Earthwork Calculation

  • Geotechnical Engineering: Soil Classification, Bearing Capacity, Foundations

Section C: Construction Planning & Management (25 Marks)

  • Project Engineering: Project Formulation, Scheduling (CPM & PERT)

  • Construction Management: Tendering, Site Management, Health & Safety

  • Professional Practice: Nepal Engineering Council Act, Ethics

  • Engineering Economics: Interest, Net Present Value, Depreciation

Section D: Structure & Others (25 Marks)

  • Structural Engineering: Stress-Strain, Beam & Column Design, Concrete Types

  • Transportation Engineering: Road Classification, Geometric Design, Drainage

  • Water Resources: Hydrology, Fluid Flow

  • Water Supply & Sanitary Engineering: Water Treatment, Sewer Systems


Model Question

For reference, candidates can access sample model questions and their solutions from the following link: Model Questions


This program is an excellent opportunity for aspiring engineers to specialize in construction project management, acquire technical and managerial skills, and contribute to the nation’s infrastructure development. Don’t miss out on this opportunity—apply today!

DAAD Scholarship 2025-26: Fully Funded Study in Germany

 Are you interested in studying in Germany with a fully funded scholarship? The DAAD Scholarship for the 2025-26 academic year offers a remarkable chance for international students to pursue their master’s or Ph.D. degrees at esteemed German universities. This post outlines the benefits of the scholarship and provides a comprehensive guide on how to apply.

What is the DAAD Scholarship?

The DAAD Scholarship is a fully funded program designed for students from both developing and industrialized nations wishing to study in Germany. It provides financial support for pursuing advanced degrees in various academic fields at renowned institutions across the country.

The scholarship aims to support students who are committed to contributing to the sustainable development of their home countries, with the expectation that graduates will return and enhance their nation’s economic, social, and educational landscape.

Scholarship Overview

  • Level of Study: Master’s / Doctoral (Ph.D.)
  • Host Country: Germany
  • Institutions: Various state and state-recognized universities
  • Fields of Study: Includes but is not limited to:
    • Economics, Law, Agriculture, Forest Sciences
    • Art and Design, Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences
    • Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Medicine, and Health Sciences
  • Duration: 12-36 months, depending on the chosen program
  • Coverage: Fully funded

Benefits of the DAAD Scholarship

Recipients of the DAAD Scholarship enjoy numerous advantages, allowing them to concentrate on their studies without financial worries. Benefits include:

  • Monthly Stipend:
    • €934 for master’s students
    • €1,300 for Ph.D. candidates
  • Travel Allowance: Covers travel expenses unless funded by another source.
  • Insurance Coverage: Accident, health, and personal liability insurance.
  • Study Allowance: A one-time grant for study materials.
  • Additional Benefits (under certain conditions):
    • Rent subsidies
    • Family allowances for dependents

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the DAAD Scholarship for the 2025-26 academic year, applicants must meet specific requirements:

  • Language Proficiency:
    • English proficiency for international programs (TOEFL or IELTS).
    • German language proficiency for German-taught programs (DSH or TestDaF).
  • Eligible Countries: Open to students from developing and newly industrialized nations.
  • Educational Background: Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field and have at least two years of professional experience.
  • Commitment to Development: Candidates should demonstrate a dedication to contributing to their country’s development post-study.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents to apply successfully:

  1. Signed DAAD Application Form
  2. CV (using the Europass format)
  3. Motivation Letter (maximum of 2 pages)
  4. Letters of Recommendation (from current employer)
  5. Proof of Employment (validating professional experience)
  6. Language Certificates (TOEFL/IELTS or DSH/TestDaF)
  7. Academic Degrees (certified copies of certificates and transcripts)

Note: Candidates from China must also provide an APS certificate.

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Research and Select Programs: Choose up to three courses that align with your academic goals and check deadlines.
  2. Prepare Application Materials: Complete the DAAD application form and gather all required documents.
  3. Submit Your Application: Send your application to the respective universities.
  4. Upload Documents to DAAD Portal: Once recommended, you will receive access to upload your documents.
  5. Final Selection and Notification: DAAD’s selection committee will review applications and notify successful candidates.

Tips for a Successful Application

  • Highlight Development Motivation: Clearly articulate how your studies in Germany will impact your home country.
  • Complete Your Application: Ensure all documents are included to avoid disqualification.
  • Start Early: Begin your application process in advance to meet all deadlines.

For more information, visit the official DAAD scholarship website: DAAD Scholarship Database.

Are you pursuing a Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering and looking for financial support to conduct impactful research? Here’s a great opportunity for you!

Caritas Nepal, through the Nepal Livelihood and Resilience Program-Phase II (NLRP II), is offering thesis research grants to support innovative work in sustainable agriculture and climate resilience. This program, funded by Caritas Australia and Australian Aid, aims to enhance the well-being and resilience of vulnerable farming communities in Nepal, and they are inviting master’s students to contribute through their research.

Why Agricultural Engineers Should Apply:

The field of Agricultural Engineering closely aligns with several of the program's priority research areas, particularly:

  1. Testing Climate-Smart Technologies on Farmers' Fields – Work with cutting-edge technologies that enhance productivity and reduce the impact of climate change on farming communities.

  2. Women’s Labor Burden in Agriculture – Design and test technologies that reduce the physical demands placed on women in agriculture, ensuring that farming becomes more equitable and efficient.

  3. Small-Scale Mechanization in Agriculture – Develop innovative small-scale machines and tools that can be easily adopted by local farmers to improve efficiency and productivity.

If these topics resonate with your academic interests and expertise, this grant provides a fantastic platform to bring your ideas to life while contributing to real-world solutions for Nepal’s agricultural sector.

Grant Details:

  • Amount: NRs 150,000 (including tax)
  • Deadline for Submission: October 15, 2024
  • Thesis Draft Deadline: June 2025

The grant can be used for research-related expenses such as travel, fieldwork, advisor visits, and thesis printing.

How to Apply:

Submit your application via email or courier to the addresses provided below. Be sure to label your email or mail subject as "Thesis Grant Application/NLRP II".

Email Submission:

  • Send your application to vacancy@caritas.org.np
  • Subject: "NLRP II Masters' Thesis Grant Support"

Courier Submission:

  • Program Coordinator, NLRP II
  • Caritas Nepal Central Office, Dhobighat, Lalitpur, Nepal
  • Phone: 01-5438172, 01-5439344

Deadline to Apply: October 15, 2024

This is a valuable opportunity for Agricultural Engineering students to conduct meaningful research while directly contributing to the resilience of Nepal's agricultural communities. Don’t miss out!

Full notice

Original notice of Call for Master's Thesis Grant Support Under Nepal Livelihood and Resilience Program - Phase II (NLRP II)

Narayani Lift Irrigation System, outlet at Bharatpur

सिंचाई क्षेत्रमा कृषि इन्जिनियरको भूमिका


पृष्ठभूमि :

कृषि मानव जीवनलाई निरन्तरता दिने अहम पेशा हो भने सिंचाई कृषिलाई निरन्तरता दिने प्राणशक्ति दुई तिहाई जनसंख्या कृषि क्षेत्रमा आवद्ध छन् । राज्यको कुल ग्राहस्त उत्पादनमा कृषिक्षेत्र 22 योगदान रहेकोछ । साना उद्योगहरुमा सिभिल, मेकानिकल, इलेक्ट्रीकल, कम्प्युटर जस्ता कार्यमा प्राविधिक साहायताका लागी हरेक विषयका ईन्जिनियर आर्थिक हिसाबले धान्न सकिदैन् । कृषि इन्जिनियरलाई विविध क्षेत्रको ज्ञान दिएर क्षमता विकासमा तालिम दिएको हुन्छ तसर्थ विभिन्न क्षेत्रहरूमा कृषि इन्जिनियरको प्राविधिक क्षमत हुने भएकोले कृषि इन्जिनियरहरु त्यस्ता क्षेत्रमा उपयुक्त हुन सक्दछ । कृषि इन्जिनियरले ग्रामीण इन्जिनियरको भूमिका निर्वाह गर्न सक्छ, जसले स्थानीय स्तरमा गरिने सम्पूर्ण कार्यको कुशलतापूर्वक सम्पन्न गर्ने क्षमता राख्दछ । देशको एक मात्र कृषि इन्जिनियरिङ्ग विषयमा अध्ययन भईरहेको पूर्वान्चल क्याम्पस धरानबाट वर्षेनी ४८ जना कृषि इन्जिनियर उत्पादन हुन्छ । कृषि इन्जिनियरलाई ग्रामीण, सिंचाई, कृषि, जल उत्पन्न तथा प्रकोप व्यवस्थापन, भुमिगत जनस्रोत, कृषि अनुसन्धान, बैकल्पीक ऊर्जा, विज्ञान तथा प्रविधि मौसम पुर्वानुमान जस्ता क्षेत्रमा कुशलता पुर्वक कार्य सम्पादन गर्दै आएको अवस्था छ । यसर्थ कृषि इन्जिनियरहरुलाई राज्यको सामाजिक तथा आर्थिक परिवर्तनको लागी परिचालन गर्न सकिन्छ ।


विगतको सिंचाई क्षेत्रमा कृषि इन्जिनियरहरुले योगदान दिईरहेको र २०७५ साल अगाडी सम्म ऊर्जा जलस्रोत तथा सिचाई मन्त्रालय अन्तरगतको प्रत्येक विकास डिभिजनहरुमा दरबन्दी कायम रहेको र आफ्नो कार्य सम्पादन अति उक्तम तरिकाले समापन गरेको पाईएको छ । कृषि इन्जिनियरनमा विविध विषयहरु पाठ्यक्रममा छन् जसमध्ये केही महत्वपूर्ण विषय जसको अध्ययनबाट कृषि र सिंचाइलाई प्रगतिसिल ढंगमा लान सकिन्छ जुन तलको अनुसुचीमा राखिएको छ ।


सिंचाई क्षेत्रमा मा कृषि इन्जिनियर किन ?? :

  • नेपाल भौगोलिक रुपमा तिन भागमा विभाजित छ जसमा हिमाल, पहाड र तराई र सो क्षेत्रको सिंचाई कार्यक्रम लागु गर्दा त्यो क्षेत्रको लागी लगाईने बाली, Crop Calender Cropping Pattern अनुसार त्यस बालीको लागी चाहिने पानिको परीमाण (Crop Water Requirement) को आधारमा त्यस सिंचाई योजनाको निर्माण तथा संचालन गर्न आवश्यक हुन्छ र त्यसमा कृषि इन्जिनियरको भुमिका प्रमुख रहन्छ ।

  • सिंचाई योजनाको प्रतिफल सिंचाई संरचनाको टिकाउ तथा कृषि उत्पादकत्व बाट मात्र लिन "सकिन्छ र सिंचित क्षेत्रको बाली उत्पादकत्व, पानी (समय र मात्रा), मल र माटो संग मुख्य रुपमा सम्बन्धीत रहेको हुन्छ जुन कुराको ज्ञान कृषि इन्जिनियर संग मात्र हुने भएकोले कृषि ईन्जिनियरको सिचाइ विकास गर्नमा महत्वपूर्ण भुमिका हुन्छ ।

  • नेपाल सरकार प्रदेश सरकार द्वारा संचालित सतह सिंचाई, भूमिगत सिंचाई, नया प्रविधि Lift Irrigation, Drip Irrigation, Sprinkler Irrigation मा आधारित सिंचाई योजना कार्यान्वयनको क्रममा छन् त्यस क्षेत्रमा कृषि इन्जिनियरहरुले गुणस्तरीय तथा उत्तमः तरिकाले कम लागतमा विभिन्न आधुनिक प्रविधि प्रयोग गरी कृषि उत्पादन तथा उत्पादकत्व वृद्धि गर्नका लागि महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निर्वाह गर्न सक्छन् ।

  •  विश्वव्यापि रूपमा Global Warming को प्रभाव पर्दै गएको र नेपालमा पनि यसको प्रभाव देखिन थालेको हुँदा सिचाइका स्रोत संरक्षण, भुक्षय नियन्त्रण, नदि नियन्त्रण, जलाधार संरक्षण, पहिरो नियन्त्रण, कृषि बाति व्यवस्थापन जस्ता कार्य गर्नु पर्ने हुदा यस्ता कार्यमा कृषि इन्जिनियरको अहम भूमिका हुन्छ।

  • सिंचाइ को दिगो विकासको निमित्त सिचाइ प्रणालिको सुद्रिढिकरण जसमा सुधार, पुनस्थापना, आधुनिकिकरण, विस्तार, सिचाइ व्यवस्थापन सूचना प्रणालिको विकास तथा सुधार गरी आवश्यक अनुसन्धान तथा तालिम गराइ ज उस तथा कृषकको संस्थागत विकास मा सहयोग पुर्याउने ।

  • स्थानिय स्तरमै उपलब्ध सतह तथा भुमिगत जलश्रोत संयोजनात्मक (Conjunctive Use उपभोग गर्ने उद्देश्य सिंचाइ निति २०७० को रहेको हुँदा सो सम्बन्धिको प्राविधिक ज्ञान तथा सिप कृषि इन्जिनियरमा हुने ।

  • सिंचित क्षेत्रमा जम्मा हुने पानिको समुचित निकास ( Drainage ) को व्यवस्था गर्ने ।

  • सिंचाइ योजनाकी पहिचान, सर्वेक्षण, डिजाइन, इष्टिमेट तथा निर्माणका लागि आवश्यकता अनुसार सिंचाइ योजना को प्रकार छनौट गरी निर्माण गर्न भुमिका निर्वाह गर्न सक्ने ।

  • कृषि इञ्जिनियरहरुले संरचना निर्माण गनुको साथै कृषि सम्बन्धी आवश्यक सीप ज्ञान प्रदान गरी समग योजनालाइ सफल गर्न महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिन सक्छन ।

  • वर्तमान परिप्रेक्ष्यलाइ हेर्दा बढ्दो सहरीकरण जनसंख्या वृद्धि, खेती योग्य जमिनको उर्वराशक्तिमा कमी साथै कृषि योग्य जमिन गैर कृषि प्रयोजनको लागि प्रयोग भइरहेको परिपाटीले निकट भविष्यमा वाधन्न अभाव हुने स्थिति देखिन्छ । यस कुरालाई मध्यनजर गर्दा यस परिस्थितिलाइ समाधान गर्नको लागि कृषि इन्जिनियरको भूमिका अपरिहार्य देखिन्छ ।


सिचाइ क्षेत्र को विकासमा देखिएका समस्याहरु :

  • सिंचाइको दिगो विकासका हुन नसक्नु ।

  • सिंचाइ को संरचनागत विकासले मात्र समग्र सिचाइ क्षेत्रको विकास नभइ उत्त योजनाको समग्र दिगोपन, कृषकमा irrigation Water को अधिकतम उपयोग सम्बन्धिको ज्ञान कुन बालीमा कति पानी को आवश्यकता, पानी को आवश्यकता अनुसार सिचाइ योजनाका Controlled Structure को Callibration जस्ता कार्यले मात्र सिंचाई क्षेत्रको विकास हुन्छ भन्नेको कमी हुनु ।

  • बर्सेनि करोडौ रकम सिचाइ संरचना निर्माणमा खर्च भएता पनी अपेक्षाकृत कृषि उत्पादन तथा प्रतिफल नहुनु ।


निष्कर्ष:

कृषिलाई व्यवसायी मुखी बनाइ कृर्षकको जिवनस्तर उकासी उनिहरुलाइ सिंचाई प्रणाली प्रति जिम्मेवार तथा जवाफदेहि बनाउन सकेमात्र समग्र सिंचाई क्षेत्रको विकास तथा विस्तार भएको मान्न सकिन्छ । बर्षेनि उत्पादित कृषि इन्जिनियरहरु लाई उनिहरुको प्राविधिक ज्ञान सिप अनुसार सरकार ले प्रयोग गर्ने हो भने सरकारले निर्दिष्ट गरेका लक्षहरुमा पुग्न सकि बहुमुखी प्राविधिक क्षमता भएका कृषि इन्जिनियरहरु को सिप विदेश पलायन हुनबाट रोक्न सकि निश्कर्ष निकाल्न सकिन्छ ।


लेखक: धिरज लम्साल

EXPERTS REQUIRED/ TEAM COMPOSITION
1. Agriculture Engineer:
• Required number: 2
• Qualification & experience: At Least Bachelor Degree in Agriculture Engineering

2 Agriculture Engineer (Mechanization Expert):
• Required number: 1
• Qualification & experience: At Least Bachelor Degree in Agriculture Engineering or related subject with minimum three years of related experience.

Company profile, TOR and Application procedure are given below. 

Company Profile

1.INTRODUCTION
Mishrima Engineering works Pvt. Ltd. Is Private Limited company having incorporated it on the
13 day of April, 2017 Pursuant to sub –section (1) of section 5 of the Companies Act, 2006. Works in providing engineering services for private and government offices for the Production increment, Mechanization, Commercialization, and Marketing of agriculture and livestock products; changes in agricultural practices to uplift the living standard of farmers and for the agriculture development inside the Province 1. Improving of crop production commercialization and competitiveness in agricultural practices aids in national, regional and competition of agriculture market.

 2.OBJECTIVES
The main objective of the company is to provide engineering services within Province no. 1 Engineering services include the design, implementation, supervision, monitoring, and reporting of high-tech technologies such as high-tech green houses, screen houses, agriculture market centers, godown structures, cold storage, agriculture machineries, agricultural product processing machineries, and other related works as needed.

3. SCOPE OF THE WORK
The Engineer shall provide high quality professional services for the proposed job. The scope of the work to be carried out by the consultant shall include but may not be limited to the following task:
a) Preparation of design, estimation, work schedule and work completion report of infrastructure construction works like agricultural farm building compound wall, green house , cold storage etcetera
b) Preparation and verification of specifications of Agricultural Machines, diary equipment’s, meat and meat processing slaughterhouse equipment’s, Tea producing machines, fish hatchery, livestock and poultry shed, Transport Vehicles etcetera as per the requirement instructions from an organization.
c) Prepare detailed engineering drawings for different components of the plan including architectural design buildings, layout plan of proposed buildings and layout of road alignment to the proposed site etc.


Terms of References (ToR) of Individual Experts

1. Terms of References (TOR) of Agricultural Engineer

Position: Agricultural Engineer
Duration: Kartik 2079 to Asar 2080
 Number of Position: Two
Duty Station: Biratnagar with frequent visit district of province no. 1
General scope of the position: Agricultural engineer is responsible for overall technical support for detail design, construction, supervision and quality control of the infrastructures including building, compound wall, green house, cold room, cold chamber, market shed, grain dryer, slaughter house and other tasks as per requirement of consulting organization. He/She shall ensure the quality of the constructed infrastructures are fully adequate and meet the requirements to attain the objective set out by the program. The agricultural engineers are expected to undertake site visits, follow up technically with the authorities to prepare a proper design and tender documents also.

Main tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Prepare detail technical specification and cost estimate of farm machineries, irrigation system equipment’s, Laboratory equipment’s to be procured by the Ministry and sub ordinate offices.
2. Assist Ministry and sub ordinate offices in planning, designing, estimating, monitoring and supervision of Custom Hiring Centre (CHC), Post-Harvest Centre (PHC), Rustic Store, Hightech greenhouse techniques, semi high tech and plastic tunnel system, Fish Hatchery tanks, Livestock and poultry Sheds, other agricultural products processing units machineries, Seed processing units, grain storage godown, organic fertilizer processing units and machineries, Vermicomposting, Laboratory establishment.
3.Monitor and evaluate the field activities relating to agriculture, livestock and fisheries, and submit progress report regularly
4. Use of ArcGIS System to make a map as required.
5.To assist in carrying out research and study in establishment of agricultural mechanizations, production, commercialized processing and storage center.
6. Attend and participate the project technical meetings, submit progress report and recommend for payment as per progress work.
7. Accomplish other tasks sunder the guidance of senior
8. To follow and practice code and conduct of Nepal Engineering Council Act 2055 strictly.
9. To provide quality, transparency, efficacy and sustainability of work and services.

Qualification, Experience and Competency:
➢ Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering with Nepal Engineering Council (NEC) registration,
➢ Sound knowledge in design drawings in Auto CAD format, Bill of Quantities in Excel and reports and specifications in Word;
➢ Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and facilitate the working of other team members;
➢ Excellent communication skills, spoken and written, both in English and Nepali and possess good report writing skills;
➢ Creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving, well-organized and well oriented to details.
➢ Preferably with two wheel driving license.

Benefits and Remuneration:
Salary and Benefits:
➢ The monthly salary of the candidate’s will be NPR 43,000/ (Tax is deductible according to NoG)

2. Terms of References (TOR) of Agricultural Engineer/ Mechanization Expert
Position: Agricultural Engineer / Mechanization Expert
Duration: 1 year from date of contract signed with possibilities of extension
 Number of Position: one
Duty Station: Itahari with frequent field visit General scope of the position:
An agricultural engineer is responsible for overall technical support and management of farm machinery also detail design, construction, supervision and quality control of the infrastructures including building, compound wall, green house, cold room, cold chamber, market shed, grain dryer, slaughter house and other tasks as per requirement of consulting organization.. He/She shall ensure the quality of the constructed infrastructures are fully adequate and meet the requirements to attain the objective set out by the program. The agricultural engineers are expected to undertake site visits, follow up technically with the authorities to prepare a proper design and tender documents also. 

Main tasks and Responsibilities:
1. Prepare detail technical specification and cost estimate of farm machineries, irrigation system equipment’s, Laboratory equipment’s
2. planning, designing, estimating, monitoring and supervision of Custom Hiring Centre (CHC), Post-Harvest Centre (PHC), Rustic Store, High-tech greenhouse techniques, semi high tech and plastic tunnel system, Fish Hatchery tanks, Livestock and poultry Sheds, other agricultural products processing units machineries, Seed processing units, grain storage godown, organic fertilizer processing units and machineries, Vermicomposting, Laboratory establishment.
3. Attend and participate the project technical meetings, submit progress report and recommend for payment as per progress work.
4. Accomplish other tasks sunder the guidance of senior officials
5. To follow and practice code and conduct of Nepal Engineering Council Act 2055 strictly.
6. To provide quality, transparency, efficacy and sustainability of work and services.

Qualification, Experience and Competency:
➢ Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering with Nepal Engineering Council (NEC) registration, with at least 3 years of experience
➢ Sound knowledge in design drawings in Auto CAD format, Bill of Quantities in Excel and reports and specifications in Word;
➢ Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and facilitate the working of other team members;
➢ Excellent communication skills, spoken and written, both in English and Nepali and possess good report writing skills;
➢ Creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving, well-organized and well oriented to details.
➢ Preferably with two-wheel driving license.

Benefits and Remuneration:
Salary and Benefits:
➢ The monthly salary of the candidate’s will be NPR 45,000/ to NPR 70,000/ depend upon Experience (Tax is deductible according to NoG)

Candidates are requested to send CV ,NEC Certificate copy, experience letter at mishrimaworks@gmail.com , within 30𝑡ℎ September 2020, (aasoj 14).

  


Post: Agricultural Engineer Instructor in Agriculture & Forestry University, Nepal

Site Address: https://sc.afu.edu.np/ (Notice and Apply now)

Qualifications: B.E. in Agri engineering/B.Sc. Agri. Engineering with at least second division from any recognized institutions. 

Syllabus: PDF icon Download

Examination format: PDF icon Download (WRITTEN EXAMINATION SCHEME AND SKILL TEST FOR OPEN COMPETITION)



Syllabus for Agricultural Engineering (Instructor) 

1. General Agriculture and Agricultural Engineering. 

    1. Principles of Crop Production (cereals, pulses, oilseed, cash crops, vegetables, and fruits) 
    2. Plant Physiological Process 
    3. Soil fertility, properties and classification 
    4. Soil-water -plant relationship: infiltration, evaporation, transpiration and   consumptive use, and evapotranspiration (ET) estimation methods 
    5. Crop water requirements, irrigation frequencies, and irrigation effectiveness 
    6. Irrigation and drainage methods (furrow irrigation, border irrigation, check basin irrigation, sprinkler and drip/tickle irrigation, surface and sub-surface drainage system) 
    7. Soil erosion (rain drop erosion, rill erosion, gully erosion, stream channel erosion) and their control measures (engineering and bioengineering methods) 
    8. Human, animal, electrical, and mechanical powers  
    9. Introduction to primary and secondary tillage implements 
    10. Planting, harvesting, threshing machines, and pumps 

2. Surveying  

    1. General: Classifications; Principle of surveying; Selection of suitable method; Scales, plans and maps 
    2. Leveling: Methods of leveling; Leveling instruments and accessories; Principles of leveling  
    3. Theodolite and Traverse surveying: Temporary adjustments of theodolites; Fundamental lines and desired relations; Tachometry- stadia method; trigonometrically leveling; Checks in closed traverse  
    4. Contouring: Characteristics of contour lines; Method of locating contours; Contour plotting  
    5. Layout: Small buildings; Simple curves  
 

3. Construction Materials  

  1. Stone: Formation and availability of stones in Nepal; Methods of laying and construction with various stones  
  2. Cement: types, Ingredients, properties and manufacture; Admixtures 
  3. Clay and Bricks: type, manufacture, laying, bonds 
  4. Paints and Varnishes: type and selection; preparation techniques; use 
 

4. Mechanics of Materials and Structures  

    1. Mechanics of Materials: Internal effects of loading; Ultimate strength and working   stress of materials  
    2. Mechanics of Beams: Relation between shear force and bending moment; Thrust, shear and bending moment diagrams for statically determinate beams under various types of loading 
    3. Simple Strut Theory 
 

5. Hydraulics 

    1. General: Properties of fluid; mass, weight, specific weight, density, specific volume, specific gravity, viscosity; Pressure and Pascal's Law  
    2.  Hydro Kinematics and Hydro Dynamics: Energy of flowing liquid; elevation energy, kinetic energy, potential energy, internal energy  
    3.  Measurement of Discharge: Weirs and notches; Discharge formulas 
    4.  Flows: Characteristics of pipe flow and open channel flow 
 

6. Soil Mechanics 

    1. General : Soil types and USCS soil classification; Three phase system of soil; Unit weight of soil mass- bulk unit weight, saturated unit weight, submerged unit weight and dry unit weight; Interrelationship between specific gravity, void ratio, porosity, degree of saturation, percentage of air voids air content and density index  
    2. Soil Water Relation: Darcy's law; Factors affecting permeability 
    3. Compaction of Soil: Factors affecting soil compaction; Optimum moisture content; relation between dry density and moisture content  
    4. Earth Pressures: Active and passive earth pressures 
    5. Foundation Engineering: Terzaghi's general bearing capacity formulas and their application 
  

7. Structural Design 

    1. R.C Section in Bending: Under reinforced, over reinforced and balanced sections 
    2. Shear and Bond for a R.C Section: Shear resistance of a R.C section; Types of shear reinforcement 
    3. Axially Loaded R.C. columns: Short and long columns 
    4. Design and Drafting of R.C. Structures: Singly and doubly reinforced rectangular beams; Simple one way and two way slabs; Axially loaded short and long columns 
 

8. Building Construction Technology 

    1.  Foundations: Subsoil exploration; Type and suitability of different foundations- shallow and deep; Shoring and dewatering 
    2. Walls: Type of walls and their functions; Choosing wall thickness, height to length relation; Use of scaffolding 
    3. Damp Proofing: Sources of dampness; Remedial measures to prevent dampness 
    4. Concrete Technology: Constituents of cement concrete; Grading of aggregates; Concrete mixes; Water cement ratio  
    5. Factors affecting strength of concrete  
    6. Form work 
    7. Curing 
 

9. Soil and Water Engineering 

    1. Water Conveyance and Control: Design of open channels, channel linings, drop structures and spillways, water control and division structures; Design of under- ground pipe conveyance system  
    2. Land Development: Land leveling-grading design methods, estimation of earthwork quantities, leveling and grading procedures, equipment for land grading and field layout  
    3. Ground Water, Irrigation Wells and Pumps: Design of wells; Wells construction procedures;  Indigenous water lifting devices, positive displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, vertical turbine pumps, submersible pumps, propeller and mixed flow pumps, selection of pumps and their performances, repaired and maintenance  
    4. Conservation structures, watershed management and water harvesting techniques 
 

10. Farm Structure Development  

  1. Planning of farmstead, farm residence, water supply and sanitation  
  2. Farm road, farm fencing, farm ponds, farm irrigation and drainage  
  3. Animal Shelters: Dairy barn (housing requirements, stanchion and loose housing barns with milking barn, pen barn); Poultry housing (housing requirements, types of poultry house, brooder house;  Sheep and goat housing (types, housing requirements, construction material, layout); Swine housing (types, housing requirements, construction materials, layout);  Aqua cultural engineering (types, pond construction)  
  4. Storage Structures: Fodder storage structure, feed storage structure, food grain 
  5. storage structure, indigenous storage structure, bag storage structure, grain bins, and modern godown; Farm machinery storage structure and farm workshop  
  6. Farm and Rural Electrification: Power transmission and distribution, house wiring and its components; AC motor (single phase and poly phase), starters, selection of electric motors, care and maintenance of electric equipments; Microhydro power plants  
 

11. Estimating and Costing 

    1. General: Main items of work; Units of measurement  
    2. Rate Analysis: Basic general knowledge of the use of rate analysis and norms  
    3. Specifications: Interpretation of specifications  
    4. Valuation: Methods of valuation  
 

12. Rural Engineering  

  1.  Green Roads 
  2. Water Supply and Sanitation Engineering (Source of water and its selection: gravity and artisan springs, shallow and deep wells; infiltration galleries) 
  3. Bio engineering Measures 
  4. Renewable Energy 

Past and Present Scenario of Agriculture Engineering Profession in Nepal-Piyush Kumar Sharma

 *This was the compilation edition of 2011 by Piyush Kumar Sharma, Hope Latest status will come soon.

Past Employment Status of Agricultural Engineers at Government and Non Government Sectors in Nepal

  • Ministry of Agriculture (MoA)
  • Ministry of Irrigation (MoI)
  • Minisry of Forest and Soil Conservation (MoFSC)
  • Ministry of Local Development
  • Agriculture Tools  Factory
  • Agriculture Input Corporation
  • Nepal Food Corporation
  • ICON consultancy Pv. Ltd.
  • APTEC Consultancy Pv. Ltd.
  • Kathmandu University
  • Rampur Livestock and Agriculture Campus
  • Development Consulting Services (DCS), UMN
  • East Consultancy
  • Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
  • Alternate Energy Promotion Center (AEPC)
  • National Trading Limited
  • International Development Enterprises (IDE)-Nepal
  • GTZ-Nepal
  • HEVETAS-Nepal
  • CRT Nepal
  • Oxfam- Nepal
  • Agriculture Development Bank-Nepal (ADB-N)
  • Nepal Engineering College
  • Kathmandu Engineering College
  • Rural Reconstruction Nepal (RRN)

Present Employment Status of Agricultural Engineers at Government and Non Government Sectors in Nepal

  • Minisry of of Irrigation
  • Ministry of Agriculture
  • Ministry of Forest and Soil Conservation
  • Ministry of Local Development
  • National Agriculture Research Council (NARC)
  • Multy Consultancy Pv. Ltd.
  • Sitara Consultancy Pv. Ltd.
  • Rampur Livestock and Agriculture Campus
  • IDE-Nepal
  • GTZ- Nepal
  • Purwanchal Engineering Campus
  • Pulchowk Engineering Campus
  • Himalaya Engineering College
  • Dabur Nepal
  • Ministry of Land Reform
  • ICON Consultancy  Pv. Ltd.
  • APTEC Consultancy Pv. Ltd.
  • Kathmandu University
  • Kathmandu Engineering College
  • Nepal Engineering College


Where We (Agricultural Engineers) have loosed Our Employment in Nepal
  • •Agriculture Tools Factory- 4 No.
  • •Agriculture Input Limited- 5 No.
  • •Rampur Campus-3 No.
  • •Nepal Food Corporation-2 No.
  • •Agriculture Development Bank-4 No.
  • •Oxfam-Nepal-2 No.
  • •Helvetas Nepal- 1 No.
  • •FAO-4 No.
  • •Kathmandu Engineering College-1
  • •DCS-UMN-2
  • •East Consultancy-2
  • •RRN-4 No.

Status of Employment of Agricultural Engineers in Nepal

  • •DoI- 3 First class, 16 Second Class, 36 Third Class
  • •DoA- 1 First class, 4 Second class, 8 Third class
  • •NARC- 3 S4, 1 S3, 5 S1, 1 T7, 3 T6
  • •DoFSC- 3 Second class, 1 Third class
  • •MoLD-2 Third class
  • •MoLR-1 Third class
  • •IDE-Nepal- 2
  • •UNDP-1
  • •ESAP-2
  • •Industries-2
  • •Multy Consultancy-3
  • •Sitara Consultancy-1
  • •KU-1
  • •Pulchowk Campus-1
  • •Himalayan Engineering college-1
  • •Rampur campus-1
  • •Purwanchal engineering college- 6
  • •ICON consultancy-1
  • •APTEC Consultancy-1
  • •NEC-2
  • •AEPC-6 EDO, 4 TO, 1 Expert

Possibility of Increasement of Employment of Agricultural Engineer in Nepal
  • •By creating post in all district agriculture office under MoA
  • •By creating post in all division office under MoI
  • •By creating post in all district office of DoFSC
  • •By creating post in all district office of MoLD
  • •By creating marketing in INGOs, NGOs and Consulting firms.
  • •By convincing national leaders and planners.


It is copied form; Actually, It was prepared by Piyush Kumar Sharma and published by Sagar Kafle in 2011 as a facebook group notes in https://www.facebook.com/groups/naess2060/