The Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry is an academic department established in the Palar Agricultural College at 2017. The prime focus is on the study of soil and its relation to Agriculture. This department aims to improve agricultural Productivity and sustainability by conducting research, providing education and offering expertise in soil-related matters. The key area of focus within the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry is Soil fertility and Nutrient Management, Soil Conservation and Erosion Control, soil analysis and Testing, Crop-specific Soil Management, research and innovation and Sustainable Agriculture. Apart from that this department trains the student on hands on expertise in soil testing, fertilizer testing, colloquium of establishing in soil testing and fertilizer testing laboratories, vermicompost production and other composting technologies.