Programme Overview

The two-year M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding focuses on the scientific improvement of crop plants to enhance yield, quality, and resilience. The programme is open to graduates from diverse backgrounds and provides in-depth knowledge of genetic principles, plant breeding techniques, and modern tools such as marker-assisted selection and quantitative trait analysis. It emphasizes developing crop varieties resistant to pests, diseases, and changing environmental conditions. With a strong focus on research and innovation, the programme prepares students to address global food security challenges through advanced breeding strategies and sustainable agricultural practices.

  • 2 Years

    Duration of programme

  • PG

    Level of Study

Key Highlights

Advanced study of plant genetics
Focus on crop improvement techniques
Training in modern breeding tools
Emphasis on sustainable crop production
Agricultural Research Farm

How will you benefit

Develop expertise in plant breeding
Learn modern genetic improvement techniques
Build research and analytical skills
Contribute to global food security

What will you study

Recent Crop Breeding Techniques for Diverse Crops

Enhancing Plant Resilience and Quality

Hybrid Seed Development and Germplasm Evaluation

Advancing Crop Quality via Biotech Tools

  • PO1: Provide holistic exposure to agriculture-based knowledge of Genetics and Plant Breeding in different crops.
  • PO2: Understand the different plant reproduction systems, genetic variability, and strategies of selection and breeding.
  • PO3: Disseminate knowledge regarding various techniques of advanced and innovative research related to genetics and plant breeding.
  • PO4: In-depth practical knowledge in germplasm screening, the development of Inbred lines, and hybridization techniques for various crops.

  • PSO1: Identify and develop the resistance or improved variety for a particular area.
  • PSO2: Get blended knowledge related to genetics and breeding practises for the cultivation of different crops, from ancient to modern agricultural
  • PSO3: Understand the major constraints of crop production and their solutions.
  • PSO4: Gain knowledge about the importance of identifying genes, isolating them,
  • PSO5: Determine their function and control their expression in different crops in different field areas.

  • PEO1: Know about advanced concepts and in-depth practical knowledge regarding Genetics and Plant Breeding for the cultivation of different crops.
  • PEO2: Understand and analyse the current issues that are occurring in local and global agriculture and how they will affect futuristic agriculture, and build the scientifically skilled manpower needed to serve the community, especially in rural areas.

Curriculum

  • Principles of Genetics
  • Principles of Cytogenetics
  • Principles of Plant Breeding
  • Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
  • Detection and Diagnosis of Plant Diseases
  • Disease Resistance in Plant Diseases
  • Statistical Methods and Applied Sciences
  • Library and Information Services
  • Technical Writing & Communication Skills
  • Intellectual Property its Management in Agriculture

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Subject Matter Specialist
Senior Research Fellow
Assistant Director of Agriculture
Senior Lab Assistant

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

B.Sc. in (Agriculture/Forestry), or any other relevant equivalent degree

SC/ST/OBC/GEN- 50%

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