DAV University Jalandhar M.Sc Genetics And Plant Breeding: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc Agriculture or equivalent degree from a recognised university with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD). A valid ICAR AIEEA-PG score or DAVUET score is required for 2026-27. Admission is based on ICAR rank or DAVUET merit combined with undergraduate performance at DAV University Jalandhar.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc Agriculture Genetics and Plant Breeding at DAV University Jalandhar is INR 2,14,800, payable at INR 1,07,400 per year. Examination fees of INR 3,500 per semester are charged separately. Caution money of INR 5,000 is refundable. Merit and government scholarships are available for eligible students.

Ans. The 2-year M.Sc Agriculture Genetics and Plant Breeding at DAV University covers plant genetics, crop improvement, molecular breeding, biometrics, seed technology, plant biotechnology, genomics, and quantitative genetics over four semesters. Students complete field practicals, research methodology, a dissertation, and seminar presentations as part of the curriculum. The programme follows UGC guidelines with a research and coursework blend.

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Agriculture Genetics and Plant Breeding from DAV University can work as plant breeder, seed technologist, crop improvement researcher, biotechnology scientist, agricultural research associate, and ICAR research fellow. Government positions in agriculture departments, ICAR institutes, state agricultural universities, and seed or agri-input companies are common career pathways. Graduates may also pursue PhD programmes or ICAR research fellowships.

Ans. ICAR AIEEA-PG (All India Entrance Examination for Admission to PG) is the national-level entrance test conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research for M.Sc Agriculture admissions across India. DAV University Jalandhar accepts ICAR AIEEA-PG scores for M.Sc Agriculture admissions alongside its own DAVUET entrance test. Candidates register at icar.org.in and apply to the university after results.

Ans. DAV University Jalandhar’s Faculty of Agricultural Sciences provides laboratories for soil testing, plant physiology, crop biotechnology, and pest management. M.Sc Agriculture students carry out dissertation research under faculty supervision with access to field plots, greenhouses, and analytical instruments on campus. Collaborations with ICAR institutes and state agriculture departments support field-level research projects.