The technology was developed by Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team from the Department of Chemical Engineering in IIT Kanpur.

To facilitate its widespread adoption, IIT Kanpur has signed a technology transfer MoU with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

The pact was signed in the presence of Prof. Raja Angamuthu, Associate Dean of Research & Development, IIT Kanpur and Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (Inventor).

Device

The Soil Nutrient Sensing Device is a compact, smartphone-compatible innovation that provides real-time soil nutrient analysis, addressing the critical gap in timely soil testing for Indian farmers, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

Traditionally reliant on district laboratories, farmers often face delays in receiving soil health assessments, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

Portability

Designed for portability and ease of use, the device can assess multiple soil parameters simultaneously, storing data on a cloud server, with a single charge supporting up to 250 tests, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

This pioneering device leverages Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy to deliver instant soil health insights directly to a smartphone, eliminating the need for chemical reagents and complex testing processes.

By enabling precise nutrient management, the technology has the potential to transform agriculture, enhancing crop productivity, reducing fertilizer overuse, and contributing to both improved farmer incomes and environmental sustainability, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

By providing instant, reagent-free testing with Near Infrared Spectroscopy, this technology empowers farmers to make informed decisions, optimize fertilizer use, and boost productivity, he said.

Through our collaboration with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies, we aim to transform Indian agriculture and take this pioneering innovation to global markets, supporting the vision of sustainable farming practices, he said.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team for this groundbreaking development, he said.

Inventor

Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (inventor) said their development is a culmination of years of research and hard work aimed at addressing the real challenges farmers face in soil health assessment.

It’s truly gratifying to see this innovation, which offers immediate and accuratesoil analysis, now being transferred to ScaNxt Scientific Technologies for broader adoption, said Prof Jayant Kumar of IIT Kanpur.

This device not only empowers farmers with instant insights but also supports the creation of a national soil stack, aiding in better fertilizer management and promoting sustainability, he said.

I am excited to witness the positive impact it will have, both on the ground and at the policy level, as it contributes to a more sustainable and efficient agricultural landscape, he said.

Their collaboration with IIT Kanpur through the joint MoU will allow us to advance soil testing technologies further, integrating micro and secondary nutrient analysis into our BhuParikshak device, he said.

By combining NIR Spectroscopy, IoT, and AI/ML, we aim to provide farmers with even more precise and actionable data to optimize nutrient management and drive sustainable agricultural growth, he said.

Market and collaboration

The Indian soil testing equipment market, currently valued at approximately USD 114.43 million as of 2024, is set for significant expansion.

Driven by the increasing demand for efficient agricultural productivity solutions and the need for climate resilience, this market is projected to reach USD 145.83 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.08%.

This collaboration sets the stage for a transformative shift in soil health management, equipping farmers with immediate, data-driven insights and promoting sustainable agricultural practices both in India and globally.

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The exam will be conducted from  7 to 11 May 2025. AEEE is an entrance exam conducted for providing admission into graduate engineering courses in Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham.

The AEEE 2025 registration is for second phase and the dates have been informed above. AEEE for 2025 will be conducted in two phases. The second phase of AEEE 2025 is to take place from 7 to 11 May 2025.

What is AEEE 2025?

The full name of the exam is Amrita Engineering Entrance Exam (AEEE). It is an institutional level test conducted once every year to provide admission into engineering courses at graduate level.

AEEE 2025 is meant to be conducted in 2025. Programs in engineering are offered at Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbatore, Chennai, Amaravati and Nagercoil campuses of the institution.

Candidates who pass the exam can choose to join the programs in anyone of the campuses mentioned above. Questions in the exam are related maths, physics, chemistry and english.

Test would be conducted in computer based mode and 100 questions from subjects mentioned above have to be answered in 2.5 hours. AEEE 2025 registration fee is Rs 1200.

Who can take up AEEE 2025 registration?

Candidates who have passed plus-two from a recognized educational institution located anywhere in India can take up AEEE 2025 registration.

Applicants must pass their qualifying exam with a pass percentage of 60 at the minimum. The individual pass percentages in maths, physics and chemistry must be 55% at the minimum.

How to take up AEEE 2025 registration?

Candidates willing to apply for AEEE 2025 registration must visit the official website which is accessible at ‘https://aeee.amrita.edu/’

1. The URL mentioned above must be typed into the browser and submitted to allow the website to download.

2. Once the website is ready, candidates can click the link for Information Handbook to obtain all the details about the admission process.

3. After reading the information handbook, they can click the button Apply Now. This will be located at various parts of the website, they can click the above button at anywhere on the website.

4. Clicking the above button will open another webpage with URL ‘https://aeee.amrita.edu/?utm_source=About&utm_medium=Web&utm_campaign=button‘

5. Once the webpage with above URL opens, applicants can provide email id, phone number and other details to register and create an account with username and password.

6. After the account is created, candidates can login and fill the application form, upload the required documents, pay registration fee and the submit the form.

After registration

Candidates who have taken up AEEE 2025 registration can download the hall ticket and appear for the exam at the allotted test centre.

The test will be conducted in more than 125 centres located across India. The test has to be passed with the required qualifying marks to be eligible for the next phase of admission.

Counselling is where candidates can select the course of their choice and the campus they wish to study.

Selection will likely be done on performance in AEEE 2025, performance in the qualifying exam, choice of course by candidates, availability of vacancies.

Those who have got the seat can convey their acceptance and pay the fees to join the course.

Counselling may likely be conducted in more than one round, those who don’t get a seat in the initial round can try in subsequent rounds.

Students can visit the official website of the institution to know all the details about admission, process of application, process of selection.

They can also watch their email ids as communication regarding admission may be sent there too.

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