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M.Sc. (Agriculture)

The college offers two-year full-time postgraduate programs in M.Sc. (Agriculture) and M.Sc. (Horticulture), affiliated with MPKV, Rahuri. These programs aim to provide advanced knowledge, research capabilities, and practical skills in specialized disciplines, fostering academic, industrial, and entrepreneurial excellence in agriculture.

Eligibility Criteria


  • B.Sc. (Agri.) or equivalent four-year agriculture-related degree from a recognized university.
  • Admission via Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by MCAER, Pune or as per MPKV/state norms.
  • Candidates from other disciplines (e.g., B.Tech. Agri Engg., BBA Agri.) must complete prescribed deficiency courses.

Career Opportunities


Research positions (ICAR, state research centers)
Government jobs: Assistant Professor, Agriculture Officer
Academic roles in agri colleges
Private sector R&D, agri-tech companies
Entrepreneurial ventures and consultancy

Program Structure


• Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
• Includes coursework, research projects, and thesis submission
• Intake Capacity: 27 Students

Specializations

• Agronomy • Soil Science • Plant Pathology • Entomology • Genetics & Plant Breeding • Agricultural Economics • Extension Education • Agri-Business Management