M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy)
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| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Course Duration | 2 Years |
| Exam Mode | Semester |
| Eligibility Criteria | B.SC OR EQUIVALENT WITH 50% MARKS |
| University Type | Government University |
| Course Fee | 55,000 Rs/ Per Years |
| Degree/Affiliation | Sri Dev Suman Uttarakhand University (State University) |
| Scholarships | Generous merit based scholarships are available for students. |
| Placements | Sai offers 100% placement assistance for its graduate. |
| Faculty | Sai has over 150 full time faculty with doctorate or masters. |
| Syllabus | M.SC Agronomy Syllabus |
The full form of M.Sc. Agronomy is Master of Science in Agriculture - Agronomy. This postgraduate degree focuses on advanced agricultural techniques, crop science, soil science, agronomy, and agricultural economics.
Students who have a keen interest in agriculture industry, can think to pursue a post-graduation course after completing an undergraduate degree in the same field. An M.Sc. in Agriculture would be enjoyable for candidates with a background in biochemistry and plant biotechnology. Nevertheless, an M.Sc. in Agriculture can let you work on a variety of research projects.
Students who have a keen interest in agriculture industry, can think to pursue a post-graduation course after completing an undergraduate degree in the same field. An M.Sc. in Agriculture would be enjoyable for candidates with a background in biochemistry and plant biotechnology. Nevertheless, an M.Sc. in Agriculture can let you work on a variety of research projects.
Sai Group of Institutions aims to provide students with an affordable fee structure for M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) in Dehradun, along with scholarship opportunities for eligible students.
| Courses | Ist Year | IInd Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 55,000 Rs/ | 55,000 Rs/- |
| (Library Fee, Sports, Insurance) | 4,600/-Rs/- | 4,600/-Rs/- |
| Admission Fees (Non Refundable) | 10,000 Rs/- | - |
| Uniform | 8,000/-Rs/- | - |
| Total | 77,600/- Rs/- | 59,600/- |
| Prospectus Fees (One Time) | 500 Rs/- | |
| Exam Fee | AS per university norms | |
| Hostel Charges (Per Month) | 9,000 Rs/- | (Including Lodging, mess and transportation) |
After completing M.Sc. Agriculture, students can pursue a wide range of careers in both public and private sectors:
Jobs are available in ICAR, NABARD, FCI, State Agriculture Departments, and multinational agribusiness companies.
The starting salary after M.Sc. Agriculture typically ranges from ₹3 to ₹6 LPA. With experience and higher qualifications like a Ph.D., the salary can rise to ₹8–12 LPA or more, especially in research or corporate agribusiness roles.
| Paper Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| PAPER 101 | Modern Concepts in Crop Production |
| PAPER 102 | Principles and Practices of Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management |
| PAPER 103 | Principles and Practices of Weed Management |
| PAPER 104 | Principles and Practices of Water Management |
| PAPER 105 | Practical I |
| PAPER 106 | Practical II |
| Paper Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| PAPER 201 | Agrometeorology and Crop Weather Forecasting |
| PAPER 202 | Agronomy of Major Cereals and Pulses |
| PAPER 203 | Agronomy of Oilseed, Fibre and Sugar Crops |
| PAPER 204 | Agronomy of Medicinal, Aromatic and Under Utilized Crops |
| PAPER 205 | Practical I |
| PAPER 206 | Practical II |
| Paper Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| PAPER 301 | Agronomy of Fodder and Forage Crops |
| PAPER 302 | Cropping System and Sustainable Agriculture |
| PAPER 303 | Dryland Farming and Watershed Management |
| PAPER 304a | Principles and Practices of Organic Farming |
| PAPER 305 | Practical I |
| PAPER 306 | Practical II |
| Paper Code | Paper Title |
|---|---|
| PAPER 401 | Agrostology and Agroforestry |
| PAPER 402 | Advances in Crop Growth and Productivity |
| PAPER 403 | Seminar |
| PAPER 404 | Thesis (Thesis & Viva - Voce) |
| PAPER 405 | Practical |