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2-Year ICAR Aligned Postgraduate Specialization

M.Sc. Horticulture

ICAR Revised PG Syllabi (Volumes 2023)-aligned M.Sc. Horticulture program with advanced field & laboratory research, innovation, and strong focus on scientific publication.
2 Years
Eligibility: B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture/Horticulture with minimum 55% marks from an ICAR recognized university
10L+
Highest Pkg
Mandatory
Crop Trial, Seminar, Thesis & Research Work, Conference Participation, and Research Paper Publication

Department's Horticultural Impact & Innovation

300+
Horticulturists Placed
10 L
Highest Package
5+
Protected Cultivation Labs
100+
Research Publications & Patents
18+
FMCG/Food Tie-ups
20+
Horticulture Startups
✓ Curriculum strictly aligned with ICAR Revised PG Syllabi (2023) Guidelines

Overview

M.Sc. Horticulture is a 2-year postgraduate programme aligned with ICAR Revised PG Syllabi (Volumes 2023), focusing on advanced horticultural sciences, research, and innovation. The programme integrates field and laboratory research, crop trials, data analysis using AI tools, and thesis-based learning with publication focus, preparing students for careers in research, academics, government services, and horticulture-based entrepreneurship.
Fruit Science
Vegetable Science
Floriculture & Landscaping
Post-Harvest Management

Scope

Expanding opportunities in Commercial Farming, FMCG, and Agri-Startups

M.Sc. Horticulture offers wide career scope across all disciplines including fruit science, vegetable science, floriculture, and post-harvest management, with opportunities in research, academia, and government sectors. Graduates can pursue careers in horticulture industries, protected cultivation, precision farming, and agri-startups, along with higher studies like PhD and research through ICAR-NET, making it a strong pathway for scientific, academic, and entrepreneurial growth.

Structure

An ICAR-mandated master's curriculum focusing on high-value crops

ICAR-based structure with coursework, research methodology, seminar, and thesis-based research with publication focus. The M.Sc. Horticulture curriculum follows ICAR Revised PG Syllabi (Volumes 2023), integrating advanced coursework, field & lab research, and publication-oriented learning.
A mandatory, year-long experimental research thesis based in our orchards or polyhouses must be defended to graduate.

Admission

Transparent fee structure for M.Sc. Horticulture

Admission Criteria

For Indian Students : B.Sc Agriculture or Equivalent

Course Fee Structure

Fee Details
Admission Fee (one-time)5000/- (at the time of admission)
Tuition Fee39000/- Per Semester
Examination Fee3000/- Per Semester
Polyhouse & Lab Fee8000/- Per Semester
Caution Money (one-time)3000/- (Refundable)

Scholarships

Scholarship For Session 2026-27

 Till 30th JuneTill 15th JulyTill 31st JulyAfter 31st July
​Early Admission Benefit (One Time) [INR]300020001000No EAB
% in GraduationScholarship on Tuition Fees
Till 30th JuneTill 15th JulyTill 31st JulyAfter 31st July
Above 90%20%15%10%5%
85% – 89.99%10%5%NANA
75% – 84.99%5%NANANA

For CPU Students ( Graduation Year 2025 or 2026)

Scholarship in Tuition Fee
 Till 31st JulyAfter 31st July
CPU Student (Graduating in 2025 or 2026)1. Waiver in Admisoin Fee Rs 5000/-
2. Scholarship 10% in Tution fee OR merit scholarship as above whichiever is higher
NA

Note:

  • 1. ₹25,000 Per Year Girls Scholarship, Department of Agriculture (for Rajasthan girl students).
  • 2. Merit scholarship is linked with admission date (irrespective of date of result declaration of previous class)
  • 3. Student can avail only one type of merit scholarship scholarship (whichever is higher).
  • 4. Merit Schiolarship Continuation eligibility: Above merit scholarship is only for 1st Year. For continuation of the same in subsequent year, student has to maintain CGPA >= 6.5
  • 5. EAB Scholarship is given in addion to the merit scholarship.
  • 6. To avail scholarship, student must deposit applicable semester fee before the cut-off date for scholarship. If student fail to do so, his/her eligibiity for availing scholarship will be cancelled.
  • 7. Also, to avail merit scholarship, student has to submit supporting documents in original along with 1 set of photocopies.

Why Join

Unlock your potential with a Master's Degree in Horticulture

Fruit Science

Focus on high-value fruit crops, orchard management, and productivity enhancement. Includes field & lab research with thesis submission in fruit-based systems

Vegetable Science

It is the strict, mandatory qualification required to clear ASRB NET and become a University Professor or an ICAR Scientist specializing in Pomology/Olericulture.

Floriculture & Landscaping

Study of ornamental plants, flower production, and landscape design . Includes field & lab research with thesis submission in floriculture systems

Post-Harvest Management

Focus on storage, processing, quality control, and value addition. Includes field & lab research with thesis submission in post-harvest technologies

Features

Setting us apart from the rest

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ICAR Revised PG Syllabi (2023)

Updated curriculum aligned with ICAR postgraduate standards Ensures strong academic, research, and publication foundation

07

Field & Laboratory Research

Extensive hands-on research through crop trials and lab experiments Focus on data analysis, innovation, and scientific outcomes

08

Research & Thesis-Oriented Learning

Structured pathway from coursework to thesis and publication Enhances research skills and scientific writing ability

09

Advanced Horticulture Facilities

Well-equipped labs, nurseries, orchards, and protected cultivation units Learning across full production to value chain systems

10

AI & Data-Driven Learning

Use of AI tools and modern techniques in research and analysis Prepares students for precision horticulture and smart farming

11

Expert Faculty & Mentorship

Guidance from subject experts across all horticulture disciplines Continuous academic support and research supervision

12

Career & Academic Advancement

Preparation for PhD, ICAR-NET, and government opportunities Strong pathway for research, teaching, and entrepreneurship

Apply

Simple 5-step process to join the M.Sc. Horticulture programme

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STEP 01

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Create your account on the portal with your basic personal details.

FAQ

Everything you need to know about the M.Sc. Horticulture programme

Placement Records

Agri-Professionals in Top Organizations

Outstanding placements across Government Banks, Seed Companies, FMCG, and Agri-Tech Startups.

Satish Kumar Jain

Satish Kumar Jain

Agro Star Pvt.

Pawan Nama

Pawan Nama

Ekki Automation Pvt.

Pratik Diwakar

Pratik Diwakar

Ekki Automation Pvt.

Shivam Nagar

Shivam Nagar

Agro Star Pvt.

MurliDhar Nagar

MurliDhar Nagar

Goyal Gramin Jaivik Kendra

Collaborations

Corporate & Agri-Tech Tie Up's

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