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The M.Sc. in Floriculture and Landscaping at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under the Department of Horticulture, Institute of Agricultural Sciences. It is one of three specialisations under the M.Sc. (Horticulture) programme at BHU, the others being Fruit Science and Vegetable Science. The course covers flower crop production, post-harvest management of cut flowers, landscape design, ornamental horticulture, nursery management, and urban greening, equipping students with both scientific and applied skills for the growing floriculture and landscaping industry. The programme spans 4 semesters, with tuition fees of Rs. 12,500 per semester for regular seats and Rs. 42,500 per semester for paid seats. Admission is based on CUET PG scores, and the course is popular among students interested in the booming floriculture export sector, landscape architecture, and urban green space development.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently in progress. CUET PG 2026 was conducted from March 6 to March 27, 2026, and results are expected by May 6, 2026. BHU's Combined Allotment Program (CAP-PG 2026) registration is expected to open in May 2026 at bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in. Based on the 2025 cycle, the last date for BHU PG registration was around June 15, 2025, and the batch typically commences in July-August.

Key Points

The programme is offered under the ICAR-affiliated Department of Horticulture, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, ensuring curriculum alignment with national agricultural research standards.
BHU's 550-hectare campus with its extensive botanical gardens, ornamental plantations, and experimental farms provides an ideal environment for hands-on floriculture and landscaping training.
Students gain expertise in commercial flower production (rose, chrysanthemum, gladiolus, marigold), tissue culture of ornamental plants, and landscape planning.
The floriculture sector in India is growing rapidly, with exports crossing Rs. 600 crore annually, creating strong demand for trained professionals.
Graduates are eligible for ICAR-JRF/SRF fellowships and can pursue Ph.D. programmes in Horticulture at premier agricultural universities.

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BHU M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) Fees

The M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) at BHU is offered under two seat categories: regular seats (tuition fee Rs. 12,500 per semester) and paid seats (tuition fee Rs. 42,500 per semester). For regular seat students, the total tuition fee for the 2-year programme is Rs. 50,000. Including other university charges, the total cost for regular seat students is approximately Rs. 69,500 for the full programme. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at approximately Rs. 4,875 per semester. The programme is highly cost-effective compared to private agricultural universities offering similar specialisations.

Fee Structure

Seat Category	Tuition Fee per Semester
Regular Seats	Rs. 12,500
Paid Seats	Rs. 42,500
Total Tuition (Regular, 4 semesters)	Rs. 50,000
Approx. Total Cost (Regular, incl. other charges)	Rs. 69,500
Hostel (per semester)	Rs. 4,875

BHU M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) Admission 2026

Admission to M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) at BHU is based on CUET PG 2026 scores under paper code SCQP01. The process involves appearing in CUET PG conducted by NTA, followed by registration in BHU's Combined Allotment Program (CAP-PG 2026). The 2026-27 admission cycle is currently underway, with CUET PG 2026 having concluded in March 2026. BHU CAP-PG registration and seat allotment are expected to begin from May 2026 onwards. The total seat intake for M.Sc. Horticulture (all three specialisations combined) is 18, with Floriculture and Landscaping being one of the three specialisations.

Important Dates

Event	Date
CUET PG 2026 Conducted	March 6 to March 27, 2026
CUET PG Results	May 6, 2026
BHU CAP-PG Registration Opens	May 2026
Last Date for BHU PG Registration (based on 2025)	June 15, 2026
Batch Commencement	July-August 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a 4-year B.Sc. (Agriculture) / B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture / B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture degree from a recognised university.
Minimum OGPA of 6.0/10 (or equivalent) for General/EWS/OBC candidates; 5.5/10 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Candidates must not have secured more than one III-division or equivalent OGPA throughout their academic career.

Admission Process:

Register and appear for CUET PG 2026 (Paper Code: SCQP01) at exams.nta.nic.in/cuet-pg.
After CUET PG results, register for BHU's Combined Allotment Program (CAP-PG 2026) at bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in.
Pay the non-refundable registration fee (Rs. 300 for UR/OBC/EWS; Rs. 150 for SC/ST/PwBD).
Upload required documents including 10th, 12th, and UG marksheets, birth certificate, and category certificates (if applicable).
Participate in seat allotment rounds and confirm admission by paying the semester fee within the stipulated deadline.
Report to the department with original documents for verification and enrolment.

BHU M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) Scholarships 2026

BHU offers a range of scholarships and financial aid options to students of M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping), covering merit-based, need-based, and category-specific support. The university's low fee structure itself acts as a significant financial benefit, and students can additionally avail government scholarships such as the UP Scholarship (for UP domicile students) and the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) schemes. BHU's institutional scholarships are modest but meaningful, particularly for rank holders and economically weaker students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Type	Details
BHU Institutional	Merit-based, need-based, category-specific
UP Scholarship	For UP domicile students
National Scholarship Portal (NSP)	Government schemes

BHU institutional scholarships cannot be combined with other scholarships. Students already receiving any other scholarship are not eligible for BHU's institutional scholarships.
Minimum 75% attendance is mandatory to remain eligible for BHU scholarships.
UP Scholarship applications are typically accepted online through the UP Scholarship portal (scholarship.up.gov.in) in August-October each year.
ICAR-JRF is a separate competitive exam relevant for students wishing to pursue research after M.Sc.

BHU M.Sc Floriculture And Landscaping Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#5 out of 53 in India 2025

#2nd in Uttar Pradesh

NIRF Ranking

#4 out of 40 in India 2025

#1st in Uttar Pradesh

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BHU M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping and M.Sc. Horticulture at BHU?

Ans. M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping is a specialisation within the broader M.Sc. (Horticulture) programme at BHU. The Department of Horticulture offers three specialisations: Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, and Floriculture and Landscaping. All three share the same CUET PG paper code (SCQP01) and eligibility criteria. The specialisation is allotted during the BHU CAP-PG seat allotment process based on merit and preference.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping from BHU?

Ans. Graduates can work as floriculture officers in state horticulture departments, landscape designers for urban development projects, nursery managers, flower export consultants, or researchers at ICAR institutes like IIHR Bengaluru and NBRI Lucknow. With India's floriculture export market growing rapidly, opportunities in cut flower production, tissue culture labs, and agri-export companies are also expanding. Teaching positions in agricultural colleges (after qualifying NET/SET) are another popular option.

Ques. What is the seat intake for M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping at BHU?

Ans. The total seat intake for M.Sc. (Horticulture) across all three specialisations (Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, and Floriculture and Landscaping) is 18 seats. As per the BHU PG Bulletin 2026, the Floriculture and Landscaping specialisation has seats distributed across categories including UR-BHU (0), SC-BHU (1), OBC-BHU (0), UR-Non-BHU (1), SC-Non-BHU (0), ST-Non-BHU (1), EWS-Non-BHU (0), OBC-Non-BHU (1), Ward (1), plus 1 paid seat (OBC-Non-BHU). BHU students get institutional preference in up to 25% of open category seats.

Ques. Is a B.Sc. in Botany or B.Sc. in Biology sufficient for admission to M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping at BHU?

Ans. No. The eligibility specifically requires a 4-year B.Sc. (Agriculture) / B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture / B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture degree. A regular 3-year B.Sc. in Botany or Biology does not qualify. This is an agriculture/horticulture-specific programme under the Institute of Agricultural Sciences.

Ques. Does BHU's M.Sc. Floriculture and Landscaping programme include practical training in landscape design?

Ans. Yes. The ICAR-prescribed curriculum includes practical components covering landscape planning, ornamental garden design, nursery management, and flower crop production. BHU's own campus, with its extensive botanical gardens and ornamental plantations, serves as a live laboratory for students. Students also undertake dissertation research, which often involves field-based experiments on flower crops or landscape projects.

Ques. Can I pursue a Ph.D. in Floriculture or Horticulture after completing M.Sc. from BHU?

Ans. Yes. After completing M.Sc. (Floriculture and Landscaping) from BHU, you can apply for Ph.D. programmes at BHU itself (through CRET - Combined Research Entrance Test), or at other premier institutions like IARI New Delhi, IIHR Bengaluru, and other State Agricultural Universities. Qualifying ICAR-JRF/SRF provides a fellowship stipend for funded Ph.D. research. BHU's Department of Horticulture has active Ph.D. programmes with research in floriculture, post-harvest technology, and landscape ecology.