Rabindranath Tagore University Bhopal Master of Science [M.Sc] Agriculture (Plant Pathology): Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for M.Sc Plant Pathology at Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal is INR 1,19,500 for the 2-year programme. Year 1 fee is INR 60,500 (tuition INR 55,000 plus exam fee INR 4,000 plus alumni fee INR 1,500) and Year 2 fee is INR 59,000 (tuition INR 55,000 plus exam fee INR 4,000). Hostel accommodation is available separately at INR 72,000 per year. Confirm the current fee structure at rntu.ac.in.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc Agriculture or a related subject from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (SC/ST relaxation as per university norms). CUET-PG 2026 is accepted. Direct merit admission on graduation aggregate is also available. RNTU’s Faculty of Agriculture is ICAR affiliated. Apply at rntu.ac.in.

Ans. The M.Sc Plant Pathology programme at Rabindranath Tagore University covers principles of plant pathology, mycology and fungal diseases, bacteriology and bacterial diseases, virology and phytoplasmas, nematology, integrated disease management, seed pathology, biological control, post-harvest diseases, and a dissertation in plant pathology. The curriculum combines theoretical coursework with practical laboratory and field sessions and a dissertation. Confirm the current syllabus at rntu.ac.in.

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Plant Pathology from RNTU Bhopal can work as plant pathologist, crop disease management specialist, agro-chemical company researcher, quality control analyst, ICAR institute scientist, state agriculture department plant protection officer, and extension specialist in plant health. Higher study options include PhD in Plant Pathology, ICAR-JRF, or state agriculture plant protection officer.

Ans. Yes. RNTU merit scholarships provide fee concessions based on qualifying examination performance. SC/ST students are eligible for the GoI Post-Matric Scholarship via scholarships.gov.in. The NSP Central Sector Scholarship provides up to INR 12,000 per year for merit students with family income below INR 8,00,000. MP-domicile students can apply for state scholarships at scholarshipportal.mp.nic.in.

Ans. CUET-PG is accepted for admission to M.Sc Plant Pathology at Rabindranath Tagore University, Bhopal, but it is not mandatory. Direct merit-based admission is also available based on graduation aggregate marks. CUET-PG 2026 was held from 6 to 27 March 2026 and results were declared in April 2026. Apply at rntu.ac.in during the open admission window.