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AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES Passed 10+2 Science examination or
equivalent with PCB/PCMB/PCM/ PCA/ Inter-
Agricultural Science is a broad agriculture (ACB) having scored not less
multidisciplinary field that encompasses than 50% marks in aggregate (45% marks
the parts of exact, natural, economic in case of candidate belonging to SC/ST).
and social sciences that are used in the
practice and understanding of agriculture. M Sc
Agricultural sciences include research
on plant breeding and genetics, plant B.Sc. (Agriculture /Horticulture with a
pathology, horticulture, soil science, minimum CGPA of 6.50 in 10 point scale,
entomology, production techniques 3.25 in 5 point scale or 2.60 in 4 point scale
including irrigation management. (60% marks if CGPA is not given). For SC/ST
Improving agricultural productivity in terms candidates, a minimum CGPA of 5.50 in 10
of quantity and quality, development of point scale, 2.75 in 5 point scale or 2.20 in 4
new pesticides, yield-sensing technologies, point scale (50% marks where CGPA is not
simulation models of crop growth, in-vitro given).
cell culture techniques are also covered
under Agricultural Sciences. Minimizing MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION: English.
the effects of weeds, insects, pathogens, # Specializations: Genetics and Plant
nematodes on crop or animal production Breeding, Plant Pathology, Vegetable
system, transformation of primary products Science.
into end-consumer products are part of
Agricultural Sciences. * P: Physics, C: Chemistry, M: Mathematics,
B: Biology, A: Agriculture.
CAREER PROSPECTS

A degree in Agricultural Science helps one
build career in the agricultural sector. Major
domains within the agricultural sector
include agribusiness, R&D organizations,
public and private agencies, government
and policy making agencies, and private
consulting companies. Agricultural Science
involves research and development on
production, processing, and end products
for consumers. Agricultural science
professionals play a vital role towards
maintaining food supply of the society.
Major activities include improving the
quality and quantity of farming, improving
crop yield, minimizing labour, conservation
of soil and water, and pest control.

COURSES OFFERED

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Hons in
Agriculture.
Master of Science (M Sc.) in Agriculture#

DURATION
B. Sc. (Hons) 4 Years

M. Sc. 2 Years
ELIGIBILITY

B. Sc. (Hons)