MHU Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU) came into existence on 28th November, 2016.MHU, Karnal offers post graduate degree in M.Sc. which includes courses in 3 streams. It also offers Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) under three specializations namely Vegetable Science, Fruit Science and Floriculture & Landscape architecture.

  • For aspirants seeking admission to M.Sc. and Ph.D. degree programmes, it is mandatory to appear for the CET to be organised by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU).
  • The selection of candidates is based on their merit in the CET.
  • The application form can be downloaded from the official website or it can also be collected from the Camp Office of the University located at Faculty House, CCSHAU, Hisar.
  • The application form along with application fee must be submitted in the shape of bank draft before the last date for the receipt of application forms.
  • The physical Counselling will be held by MHU in its Camp Office (Faculty House) at CCSHAU, Hisar for which the candidates will be required to attend the Documents Verification and Counselling as per the specified programme in person.
  • The degrees for M.Sc. and Ph.D. Degree Programmes will be conferred by MHU to the successful candidates.

Admission Highlights 2024

Name of the Institute Maharana Pratap Horticultural University
Type of Institute Public
Approved By UGC
Set By Government of Haryana
Application Process Online
Entrance Exam CCS HAU Entrance Test
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance Based
Official Website https://mhu.ac.in
Scholarship Yes

MHU Karnal M.Sc. Admission 2024

At the PG level the university provides a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree program in Horticulture which is a 2 years full time post graduate degree program. Graduation in relevant discipline is must to meet the eligibility criteria. The University offers 3 full-time postgraduate M.Sc. courses. Here is a brief about the courses

Course Specialization Eligibility
M.Sc. in Horticulture Vegetable Science B.Sc. (Hons.) Ag. /B.Sc. (Hons.) Hort./B.Sc. Ag
Fruit Science
Floriculture & Landscape architecture

Candidates must have passed any one of the following degree programmes: B.Sc. (Hons.) Ag. / B.Sc. Ag. / B.Sc. (Hons.) Hort. from a recognised University.

MHU Karnal M.Sc. Selection Criteria

  • All candidates seeking admissions to M.Sc. programmes will have to appear in the Common Entrance Test (CET) to be held by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU).
  • Admission to M.Sc. programmes in Horticulture are made on the basis of merit in entrance tests.

MHU Karnal Ph.D. Admission 2024

In addition to PG programmes under multiple specializations, the university also provides Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in the same specializations. Candidates having a postgraduate degree in relevant discipline are considered eligible to apply for this programme. The minimum duration of the Ph.D. degree program is 3 years and the maximum duration is 6 years.

Course Specialization Eligibility
Ph.D. in Horticulture Vegetable Science Master’s degree in Agriculture or horticulture from a recognized Institute
Fruit Science
Floriculture & Landscape architecture

Aspirants seeking admission to full-time Ph.D. Program should have passed a Master's degree in Agriculture with specialization in Concerned Subject from a recognised University.

MHU Karnal Ph.D. Selection Criteria.

Admission to Ph.D. programmes in Horticulture is made on the basis of merit in the entrance test organised by Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU).

How to Apply for CCSHAU Entrance Exam?

  • Visit the official website of CCSHAU using the link https://www.hau.ac.in/
  • Click on the Registration link by selecting the course.
  • Then login with the details and fill the online application form with required details
  • Upload the scanned photographs, signature, and proof for the concession of the fee if applicable by the candidate.
  • Make payment using the suitable mode to bank i.e. Net banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card.
  • Take a printout of the confirmation page after the successful remittance of the fee.

CCSHAU Entrance Exam Pattern

  • Total Number of Questions: 100 MCQs of 1 mark each
  • Duration: 2 hour 30 minutes
  • No marks will be deducted for an incorrect answer. Therefore, there is no negative marking.
  • Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks (47.5% for SC/ST candidates) in the entrance test to qualify the entrance exam.

CCSHAU Entrance Exam Application Fee

The application fees can be paid through Net banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card.

General Category INR. 1000/-
SC/BC/EWS INR. 250/-

How to Apply for MHU Karnal?

The application form is available both online and offline. To download the application form online, the candidates can visit the MHU official website. Application Form can also be obtained from the Camp Office of the University located at Faculty House, CCSHAU, Hisar.

  • Only Haryana resident candidates who have applied for admission in College of Agriculture, CCS HAU, Hisar are eligible to apply for admission to courses at MHU, Karnal.
  • Go to the official website of the university
  • Click and open the prospectus
  • Fill the admission form with all the required details
  • Submit the duly filled admission form with all the documents and the application fees
  • The application form must be submitted along with application fee in the shape of bank draft in favour of Comptroller, MHU (payable at Hisar) for Master's programme and Ph.D. programme before the last date for the receipt of application forms.

MHU Karnal Application Fee

The application fees can be paid in the form of bank draft in favour of Comptroller, MHU payable at Hisar.

General Category INR. 500/-
SC/BC/EWS INR. 125/-

Documents Required

  • Matriculation Certificate
  • 10+2 Certificate
  • Bachelor's Degree/Master's degree and transcript/DMC showing marks/OGPA.
  • Candidates seeking admission in Ph.D. Programme should also bring M.Sc. thesis, Project Report at the time of counselling.
  • Character Certificate from the institute last attended
  • Relevant Certificates if benefit of reserved category is being claimed: (i) SC Certificate (ii) BC Certificate (iii) Economically Weaker Section (iv) Persons with Disability Certificate (v) Ex-Serviceman Certificate
  • Haryana Resident Certificate
  • Other certificates: (i) In-service candidate Certificate (ii) No Objection Certificate (iii) Land Donation Certificate
  • Income Certificate
  • Aadhaar Card
  • Score Card of Entrance Test
  • Two recent passport size coloured photograph
  • Undertaking by the student
  • Undertaking by parent/guardian

FAQs

Ques. What is the application fees of CCSHAU Entrance Exam?

Ans. Candidates seeking to take admission in any of the degree programmes offered by MHU, Karnal must attempt the entrance exam organised by CCSHAU by submitting an online application at the University website against payment of Rs. 1000/- (250/- for SC/ BC/ EWS). The application fee for submission of online form is non-refundable.

Ques. Where is the university located?

Ans. The University site is located 21 km from Karnal on national highway one leading to Ambala.

Ques. Where can one get an application form of MHU, Karnal?

Ans. Application form can be downloaded from MHU official website. Application Form can also be collected from the Camp Office of the University located at Faculty House, CCSHAU, Hisar.

Important Updates

MHU Upcoming Important Dates 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date
Tentative
May 04, 2026
CUET UG Exam Date
Tentative
May 11, 2026 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG Result Declaration Date
Tentative
Jul 30, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Application Registration Window
Jan 03, 2026 - Feb 04, 2026
CUET Notification
Jan 03, 2026

Important Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Admit Card Release Date
Tentative
May 04, 2026
CUET UG Exam Date
Tentative
May 11, 2026 - May 31, 2026
CUET UG Result Declaration Date
Tentative
Jul 30, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CUET UG Application Registration Window
Jan 03, 2026 - Feb 04, 2026
CUET Notification
Jan 03, 2026
Seat Allotment, Acceptance Fee & Provisional Letter for MOP-UP Round ICAR 2025 Admission [M.Sc]
Nov 18, 2025 - Nov 19, 2025

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