B.Sc Horticulture is a four year undergraduate course that is divided into eight semesters. This course deals with the cultivation of seeds, vegetables, plants, flowers, herbs, fruits, shrubs, gardens, maintaining nurseries, green houses etc. This branch of study also covers plant diseases, growth and genetics.

1. B.SC HORTICULTURE
B.Sc Horticulture is a four year undergraduate course that is divided into eight
semesters. This course deals with the cultivation of seeds, vegetables, plants,
flowers, herbs, fruits, shrubs, gardens, maintaining nurseries, green houses etc.
This branch of study also covers plant diseases, growth and genetics.
This course teaches about all the aspects of a plant, from a seed to a fully grown
plant. The scientific knowledge imparted during this course helps to enhance the
growth and productivity of the plants. The course has many aspects borrowed from
Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Genetic Engineering etc. There is a huge
demand for this course as the market needs quality food at reasonable prices and
skilled horticulturists for the growth and development in this field.
Candidates having keen interest in this field can take admission directly or by
qualifying entrance exam. He/she must have scored minimum 45% in 10+2 with
English and PCM/PCB.
There are numerous job opportunities available for the graduates to build their
career. Jobs are available in both private sector and public sector, domestically and
internationally.
2. Course detail
Course Name Bachelor of Science in horticulture
Course Level Bachelors
Duration 4 years
Exam Type Semester
Eligibility 10+2 with a minimum of 45% in PCM/PCB
Average Salary INR 2lacs - 9lacs per annum
Selection Process Both direct and State or University level entrance exam
2. Eligibility :
 Candidates must have acquired a minimum of 45% in 10+2.
 The compulsory subjects in 10+2 are Physics, chemistry and
biology/mathematics.

2.  The minimum age for admission is 17years and upper age limit for pursuing
this course 35 years.
3. Career & Job
This field has vast scope as the field is expanding and the need for horticulturists
is arising. Due to expansion of technology, horticulturists are now required in
several other fields too. For example, genetic engineering has advanced
horticultural technology which makes production possible in the area where it was
not possible before. Horticulturists are now invited to work in the food industry
and in the production of agricultural equipment.
In the Government sector, the graduates can be recruited as officers in the State
Forestry Departments, State Agriculture Departments, Boards like Spice or Coir or
Rubber boards etc.
4. Position Name
Listed below are some of the profiles in which candidates get recruited:
 Horticulturists
 Plant Breeder
 Crop Consultant
 Breeding Manager
 Plantation Manager
 Technical Assistant
 Research Scientist
 Nursery Manager
 Crop Inspector
Top Recruiters
Some of the recruiters in India are:-
 Green Decor
 IFFCO Kisan Sanchar Ltd.
 Farmagain Agro Private Ltd.
 Greenway Creation Private Ltd.
 National Horticulture Research and Development foundation
 National Institute of Plant Health Management
Salary

3. Jobs are offered to graduates by various departments like agricultural
companies, flower farms and other such organizations both in private and
public sector which offer salary ranging from Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 9lakh per
annum. Depending upon the designation and experience, the salary may vary
from person to person.