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BSc in Horticulture Science (Bachelor of Science in Horticulture Science)

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B.Sc Horticulture Science About

Bachelor of Science in Horticulture Science, also known as BSc Horticulture, is a 3 to 4 years long undergraduate degree course which deals with the science of breeding (both Conventional and Hybrid) vegetables, cereals, fruits, orchids and other plants. It also deals with subjects like product marketing, farming management, pest control, and many other related topics in detail. The candidates must complete 10+2 in Science background with Biology as a compulsory subject to be eligible for the BSc Horticulture Science course. The minimum required percentage varies from college to college, but the candidates must score above 50% aggregate marks in class 12 boards to be eligible for this course.The admission to B.Sc Horticulture course is either merit-based or entrance based. Some universities grant admission through state level or university-level entrance exams. There is no such national-level entrance exam for this course. The other colleges admit students on the basis of marks obtained in the 10+2 exam.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Course Details

Course Type	Degree
Course Name	Bachelor of Science in Horticulture Science
Course Duration	3-4 years
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 Science Stream with Recognized Board
Application Mode	Online/Offline
Fee Structure	Updated Soon
Job Profile	Plant Breeder, Gardener, Teacher etc.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Duration

The course duration is usually 3-4 years, depending on the institution.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Eligibility Criteria

Students who have completed their 10+2 education with a science background (physics, chemistry, and biology) are eligible to apply.

The candidates must complete 10+2 in the Science stream with Biology as one of the compulsory subjects.
The candidates must score above 50% aggregate marks in class 12. However, this may vary from university to university.
The candidates must study English as one of the compulsory subjects.
The candidates must have good communication skills.
The candidates must be above 27 years of age. The maximum age limit varies from college to college and ranges between 21 to 24 years.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Entrance Exam

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Preparation of Entrance Exam for B.SC. Horticulture Science

The candidates will have to solve one question in less than 1 minute. So, they should practice solving questions rapidly.
They should solve as many tricky questions as possible. Most of the questions asked in these exams involve tricky solutions.
The candidates should properly cover NCERT textbooks of 10+2 PCM. They should go through the theory of these books and practice numerals multiple times.
They should also have adequate knowledge of the basic agricultural practices which will help them crack agriculture-related questions.
They should master the art of fast and accurate calculations. Candidates will not be able to carry calculators inside the exam hall.
Try to focus on the previous 10 years' question papers, and practice them in a time-bound manner.
Make sure that you cover every chapter of the 10+2 syllabus so that you can attempt as many questions as possible.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Admission Process

Merit Based Admission

The general steps involved in merit based admission to the B.Sc Horticulture Science course are discussed below.

Application: The students need to fill out the application form to apply to the university through the official university website. The application forms are generally released in the month of April - May.
Generation of Merit List: A merit list of shortlisted candidates will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in class 12 board exam.
Counselling and Document Verification: The shortlisted candidates will be called for Counselling and document verification. The candidates will have to show the relevant documents to prove their eligibility.
Enrollment: The candidates found eligible will be granted admission to the course.

Entrance Based Admission

Many top universities like GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, etc grant admission to BSc Horticulture Science Course on the basis of entrance exam scores. The stepwise admission process is discussed below.

Application: The candidates will have to apply for both college and entrance exams.
Entrance Exam: The exam will be conducted either online or offline mode, though most exams are conducted online. Admit cards are generally issued 10-20 days prior to the exam.
Results and Cutoffs: Along with the results of the exam, a cutoff list will also be released. The candidates qualifying for the cutoff will be shortlisted for the next round.
Document Verification: The shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification. The candidates will have to present their mark sheets and other documents to prove their eligibility.
Enrollment: The candidates found eligible will be granted admission to the course.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Selection Criteria

Selection criteria may vary from institution to institution, but generally, it is based on the candidate's academic record and performance in the entrance exam.

How to Apply for B.Sc Horticulture Science

The cutoff for top colleges taking merit based admission to B.Sc Horticulture Science courses generally ranges between 80-90%.
The competition for B.Sc Horticulture seats are comparatively lesser than the other courses. But if you want a seat in the top 10 colleges, you will have to score at least 80% or more in 10+2 to be on the safer side.
Be sure that you fill in all the correct details in the application forms. Any mistake will be fatal.
Appear confident in front of the college authorities, and don't get nervous if they ask you any questions.
Keep a good understanding of all the major farming and Horticultural techniques. These may prove useful during counseling.
The candidates must present all the documents properly during document verification. Any negligence may result in severe problems.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Application Form

The application form includes personal details, educational qualifications, and contact details.
Application Process: After filling the application form, candidates have to submit it along with the required documents and application fee.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Fee

The fee for the course varies from institution to institution. It ranges from INR 20,000 to INR 1,50,000 per annum.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Syllabus

The syllabus includes subjects like Plant Pathology, Soil Science, Entomology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Plant Physiology, Principles of Horticulture, and Post-Harvest Technology.

B.Sc Horticulture Science Salary and Jobs

Job Profile	Job Description
Plant Breeder	Plant Breeders breed, take care and grow various types of plants, mainly crop plants, vegetables and fruits.
Product Marketing Manager	Product Marketing Manager plans the marketing strategies for various Agro products.
Gardener	Gardeners look after the plants present in various orchids and gardens.
Agricultural Researcher	Agricultural researchers research over various agricultural technologies, irrigation techniques, fertilizers, pesticides, etc.
Teacher	Teacher teaches farming and biology topics to school students.
Farming Educators	Farming Educators workforce government organisations and NGOs and teach correct farming techniques to farmers.

B.SC. Horticulture Science Career Opportunities

B.Sc. Horticulture Science offers a wide range of career opportunities in government and private sectors. Graduates can work in Agriculture Departments, Horticulture Departments, Agro-Industries, Seed Companies, and Food Processing Units. They can also start their own business in the field of horticulture.

B.SC. HORTICULTURE SCIENCE is an undergrad Agriculture Science and Technology course. It is the business and study of plant development including the way toward getting ready soil for the planting of seeds, tubers, or cuttings. During the course understudies work and lead look into in the orders of plant spread and development, crop generation, plant rearing and hereditary designing, plant organic chemistry, and plant physiology. The work includes organic products, berries, nuts, vegetables, blooms, trees, bushes, and turf. Horticulturists work to improve harvest yield, quality, healthy benefit, and protection from creepy crawlies, sicknesses, and ecological burdens. Cultivation as a rule alludes to planting on a littler scale, while agribusiness alludes to the huge scale development of yields. The term of the course is three years.

Employment Areas

Colleges & Universities
Vegetable Sciences
Post-Harvest Technology Centres
Crop Improvement Research Centres
Horticulture Crop Protection Companies
Soil Science & Agril. Chemistry
Agronomy
Horticulture Consultancy
Fruit Sciences

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HORTICULTURE SCIENCE (BSC IN HORTICULTURE SCIENCE)

Bachelor of Science in Horticulture Science (BSc in Horticulture Science) is a 3 Years Master Degree Courses program that focuses on Agriculture. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills to prepare students for a career in Agriculture.

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BSc in Horticulture Science

Duration

3 Years

Type

MASTER DEGREE COURSES

Eligibility

12TH

Mode

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