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MSc (Fruit Breeding)

Cultivate new varieties with MSc Fruit Breeding! Study plant genetics, breeding techniques & fruit production. Become a fruit scientist!

Course Overview

MSc (Fruit Breeding)

MSc in Fruit Breeding

MSc in Fruit Breeding is a postgraduate degree program that focuses on the scientific breeding and improvement of fruit crops. Students in this program study advanced topics related to genetics, plant breeding techniques, fruit physiology, and horticultural practices. The goal of this specialization is to train professionals who can develop new fruit varieties with improved traits such as yield, taste, disease resistance, and shelf life.


Fruit Breeding

Fruit breeding is a branch of horticulture focused on developing new varieties of fruits with improved characteristics such as taste, size, color, yield, disease resistance, and shelf life. This process involves selecting and crossing parent plants to create offspring with desirable traits, followed by rigorous testing and evaluation to identify superior cultivars for commercial production.

Eligibility Criteria for MSc in Fruit Breeding in India

  • Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field.

  • Minimum Marks: Typically, candidates need to have a minimum of 50% marks in their qualifying examination.

  • Entrance Exams: Admission may be based on entrance exams conducted by universities or institutions offering the program.

  • Merit-Based Selection: Some universities may also consider the candidate's academic performance for merit-based selection.

  • Age Limit: There is usually no specific age limit for this program.

  • Nationality: Indian nationality is generally required for admission.

  • Specific Requirements: Some institutions may require candidates to have a background in Botany, Horticulture, or related disciplines.

  • Note: It is advisable to check the specific eligibility criteria of the university or institution you are applying to as requirements may vary.

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