M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) 

at GBPUAT, Uttarakhand - Other

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT) was established in the year 1960. The main campus of the university is located in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand. The University is recognised by both UGC and AICTE. It is one the most popular universities of the country which offers various Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Doctorate programmes.

For having an admission in GBPUAT, the candidates must have the Graduation with the relevant specialisation and secure at least the minimum score required.

Admission to all the courses is based on merit in the entrance exam conducted by GBPUAT followed by Counselling.

The steps to apply for any of MSC  courses offered by the university are mentioned below:

1.Go to the official website of GBPUAT.

2.Register by providing details such as email, mobile number, name, date of birth, desired programme and domicile.

3.Upon successful registration, login using the mobile number/ registration number and password.

4.Now fill the application form with personal, qualification and communication details.

5.Also upload scanned documents of photograph, signature and left thumb impression.

6.After filling the form, pay application fee of INR 1200/- (INR 600/- for SC/ST/PH candidates) through Credit Card/ Debit Card or Internet Banking.

7.Post payment, take a printout of the confirmation page.

 

{Source: BVSC students & alumni}

Based on the feedback from students and alumni, here's a summary of the key points:

Pros:

* Good teaching quality (some teachers are exceptional)
* Availability of dairy farms, poultry farms, and pig farms for hands-on experience
* Best campus, peaceful, and conducive to learning
* Scholarship opportunities for top-performing students
* Extracurricular activities, including webinars, sports, and cultural events
* Helpful faculty members and support services
* Good infrastructure, including hostels, laboratories, and library
* Opportunities for international exposure and scholarships

Cons:

* Limited job placements (around 15 students out of 40 get placements)
* Lower salary packages (Rs 25-30,000 per month) and limited scope for growth
* Infrastructure issues, such as outdated equipment and lack of maintenance
* Quality of food and hostel facilities could be improved
* Course curriculum can be overwhelming, leading to stress and burnout

Conclusion:
While GBPUAT offers a good academic environment, internship opportunities, and exposure to global practices, the job market outcomes might be limited. Students pursuing BVSC at GBPUAT must weigh the pros and cons carefully before making an informed decision. With improvements in infrastructure, teaching quality, and job placements, this institution has the potential to become a top choice for aspiring veterinarians.

Remember to consider factors beyond academics, such as personal interests, skills, and goals, when deciding whether to pursue BVSC at GBPUAT.

GBPUAT offers admission based on entrance exam score for most of the UG, PG and PhD courses. Patnanagar University conducts GBPUAT entrance exam for various UG and PG courses such as MSc, BSc, etc. The university conducts separate exams for UG, PG and MCA programme. Besides, the university also accepts national-level entrance exam such as JEE Main for BTech,  GATE for MTech, ICAR AIEEA for Agriculture courses, etc. Once the selection process is over, the university conducts counselling round. 

GBPUAT offers M.Sc courses which accept the admission through CUET conducted by NTA and Entrance Exam conducted by University.

Although CUET rank and cut offs marks are considerd for admission in M.Sc

The basic requirement for all the courses is a Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline. Admission to all the courses is done on the basis of merit secured in the entrance exam conducted by the university.

The total fee of GBPUAT has multiple components, out of which some are paid one-time while others are paid semester-wise. Below is GBPUAT fee for top courses:

Course Name	Total Tuition Fee
BTech	INR 1.3 lakh - INR 2.4 lakh
MTech	INR 60,000 - INR 81,000
MBA	INR 41,400 - INR 3 lakh
BSc	INR 76,000 - INR 2 lakh
MSc	INR 91,200
MCA	INR 60,000

Note: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

As per the admissions, GBPUAT has a limited number of seats for B.Sc. The exact number of seats for BSC in GBPUAT is not mentioned. However, according to the reports, the university accepted 2809 students for the undergraduate program including BSC. For some fields, B.Sc. in Agriculture offers 156 seats, and a Bachelor of Fishery Sciences (B.F.Sc.) offers 28 seats to get enrolled in the program. 

In B.Sc at GBPUAT, there are various specialization options available such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Home Science, and Fisheries Science. These specializations allow students to focus on specific areas of study within the field of science. It's best to check with GBPUAT directly for the most up-to-date information on the available seats for B.Sc.

 

GB Pant University percentile or percentage requirement varies course-wise. However, candidate must complete Class 12 to apply for UG courses and graduation for PG courses. Below is the eligibility requirement for top GBPUAT courses:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
BTech	Intermediate in relevant subjects
MCA	BCA/ BSc with Mathematics from a recognised university/ BSc Information Technology/ BSc Computer Science
MSc	BSc in relevant subjects
BSc (Hons)	Intermediate Agriculture/ Science with Mathematics or Biology or equivalent exam with at least 50% aggregate (47.5% aggregate for reserved categories)
MBA	Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST Category) in the qualifying examination from any of the Universities recognised by the AIU UGC or AICTE

GBPUAT offers different M.Sc programmes, and the fee structure for M.Sc programs at GBPUAT can vary depending on the specific specialisation and other factors. 

GBPUAT Pantnagar fees for M.Sc is INR 49,108 per year and M.Sc has different specialisation.  Based on the specialisation the fees also varies from one specialisation to other.

For example,

1.M.Sc in Physics

It is a 2 year long course divided into 4 semesters. GBPUAT Pantnagar fees for M.Sc in Physics is INR 95,216 for 2 years.

2.M.Sc in Agriculture Chemistry

It is a 2 year long course divided into 4 semesters. GBPUAT Pantnagar fees for M.Sc in Agriculture Chemistry is INR 99,541for 2 years.

Like this the fee structure for M.Sc programmed at GBPUAT are different from one programme to other.

 

Candidates are required to pay an application fee to register for a course. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 1,200 (INR 600 for SC/ ST/ PH) for admission. The applicants can deposit fee online by means of Debit Card/ Credit Card/ Internet Banking. Applicants are advised to keep with them the copy of the “Online Fee Receipt” as a token of remittance of fee for future reference.
On successful registration of on-line application, candidates are advised not to attempt for registration for the same course again since multiple registration numbers and passwords may create problem for candidates in future.