The Nepal Agriculture
Research Council (NARC), the apex body of agricultural research in Nepal,
posted a job announcement sometimes ago in which it offered 72 scientist
positions (S1) -only for those who have a Master-. However, hardly two third of
the vacancies were filled.
According to the
latest Economic Survey of Nepal (2013/14), the total number of students
enrolled in agriculture, livestock and veterinary studies was 1,453 in the
academic year 2012/13 (just in Nepal). According to which, 100 postgraduates
enter the job market every year. Based on these figures, there should be a
higher number of applicants for the said positions, but young professionals in
agriculture are not attracted to the public sector.
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