Bachelor of Science in Horticulture (B.Sc. Horticulture) is a 3-4 year undergraduate degree program that focuses on the science of plant cultivation, including fruit, vegetable, and ornamental crops. It equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage plant production, processing, marketing, and other related aspects of the horticulture industry.
Bachelor of Science in Horticulture (BSc Horticulture)
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Follows the ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) guidelines.
Educational Qualification:
Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics (PCB/PCM/PCMB or Agriculture stream).
Minimum Marks:
50%–60% aggregate marks (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC varies by institution).
Age Limit:
Minimum 17 years, maximum varies (usually up to 25 years).
Entrance Exams (for most colleges):
CUET-UG (ICAR AIEEA)
State-level exams (e.g., AP EAMCET, MHT CET, KEAM, TNAU entrance)
University-specific exams (e.g., BHU UET)
The course focuses on the science and technology of plant cultivation, including fruits, vegetables, flowers, medicinal and aromatic plants, landscaping, and post-harvest management.
Fundamentals of Horticulture
Crop Physiology
Principles of Genetics
Fundamentals of Soil Science
Plant Propagation and Nursery Management
Fundamentals of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Communication Skills
Introduction to Computer Applications
Production Technology of Fruits
Vegetable Crops Production
Ornamental Horticulture
Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management
Fundamentals of Entomology
Fundamentals of Plant Pathology
Agricultural Economics
Weed Management
Water Management in Horticultural Crops
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Floriculture and Landscaping
Post-Harvest Management of Horticultural Crops
Greenhouse Technology
Breeding of Horticultural Crops
Seed Production in Horticultural Crops
Organic Farming
Protected Cultivation
Principles of Plant Biotechnology
RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience)
ELP (Experiential Learning Program)
Project Work
Nursery and Landscape Management
Commercial Floriculture and Fruit Production
Agri-Entrepreneurship Development
Marketing and Export of Horticultural Produce
Nursery and garden management
Scientific cultivation of horticultural crops
Greenhouse and polyhouse operations
Post-harvest handling and value addition
Pest and disease management
Landscaping and floriculture techniques
Horticulture Officer
Agricultural Officer
Research Assistant in ICAR/State Horticulture Boards
Nursery Inspector
Food Inspector
Horticulturist in farms, nurseries, landscaping companies
Floriculturist
Plant Breeder
Export & Import Consultant (fruits, flowers, spices)
Post-harvest Technician
Start your own nursery, greenhouse, organic farm, or landscaping business.
MSc Horticulture (Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture, etc.)
MBA in Agribusiness
PG Diploma in Horticulture, Landscaping, etc.
PhD and ICAR JRF/SRF
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)
Dr. YSR Horticultural University
Punjab Agricultural University
University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot
GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology
ICAR-affiliated colleges
