Seed Science & Technology is the study of the structure and development of seeds from the moment of fertilization of the egg cell on the maternal plant until formation of a new plant from the seed. M.Sc. Seed Science & Technology is a 2 years regular degree program, divided into 4 semesters. The M.Sc Seed Science & technology degree at BFIT is affiliated to HNB Garhwal Central University.
Seed science is divided into two sections Carpology, studies the seeds and fruits of wild plants, and the other section studies the seeds of cultivated plants. Seed science is the theoretical basis of seed growing. Agricultural seed science also elaborates methods of evaluating and controlling seed material. The science is closely connected with botany, biochemistry, genetics, and other biological sciences.
The course includes elements of seed production and technology, routine and advanced methods of seed testing, genetics and plant breeding, molecular biology, pomological and ornamental nursery production, seed biology, seed diseases and pests, business management in seed industry, landscape architecture, and extension in seed industry.
Students having a postgraduate degree in Seed Sciences have ample career prospects. They can apply in both Government and Private Sectors. Also, there are many self employment opportunities. There are posts of Seed Production Officer, Seed Testing Officers etc. in the Govt. Sector where students can seek out job prospects. Students who have completed M.Sc in Seed Science and Technology can find lucrative opportunities in government agricultural organizations like Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), National Seed Corporation (NSC), State Farms Corporation of India Ltd (SFCI) etc. If they are interested in private sector, then they can work in private research organization.
* The candidate should be passed the Bachelors examination from any recognized University or its equivalent examination and secured minimum 50% marks (45% is case of SC/ST candidates) .
* Candidates who have appeared or who are likely to appear for the qualifying examination i.e. B.Sc. with science group or equivalent but whose results have not been as yet declared can also go ahead for the admission.
M.Sc degree holders in Seed Science and Technology can get into the post of Scientist in Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). But they have to qualify the examination conducted by Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board. It is possible for them to pursue their career as Lecturer, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in agricultural colleges and universities provided they qualify the NET exam. Job profiles available for them in National Seed Corporation (NSC), State Seed Testing Lab (SSTL), State Seed Corporations (SSCs), Central Seed Testing Lab (CSTL), and Breeder Seed Units (BSUs) are: Seed Production Officer, Seed Inspector, Assistant Seed Officer, Seed Testing Officer, Seed Certification Officer.
Opportunities available in private sector: If the candidates are interested to work in private sector after M.Sc in Seed Science and Technology, then they can pursue their career as Plant Breeder in non-governmental research organizations like Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute (NARI).
After getting good experience in the field of Horticulture, M.Sc degree holders in Seed Science and Technology can pursue their career as Horticulture Consultant. They can start up their own office and give advice to their clients on how to design and supervise gardens. Another Self-employment opportunity available for these postgraduates is start an agriculture clinic for providing professional extension services to the farmers.
Opportunities available in government sector
M.Sc degree holders in Seed Science & Technology can get into the post of Scientist in Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). But they have to qualify the examination conducted by Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board. It is possible for them to pursue their career as Lecturer, Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in agricultural colleges and universities provided they qualify the NET exam. Job profiles available for them in National Seed Corporation (NSC), State Seed Testing Lab (SSTL), State Seed Corporations (SSCs), Central Seed Testing Lab (CSTL), and Breeder Seed Units (BSUs) are-
Public Sector Undertakings like State Farms Corporation of India Ltd (SFCI) offers the job of Production Manager to the M.Sc graduates in Seed Science and Technology. These aspirants can get into the agricultural departments of government as Agricultural Development Officer or Block Development Officer. Public Service Commission conduct All India Level or State Level examination for the recruitment to these posts. Other job profiles available in Krishi Vigyan Kendra and agricultural departments in Central/State government are-
Opportunities available in private sector
If the candidates are interested to work in private sector after M.Sc in Seed Science and Technology, then they can pursue their career as Plant Breeder in non-governmental research organizations like Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute (NARI). But such aspirants should have minimum 2 years of experience in Plant Breeding.Job profiles available for them in production section of seed companies like Syngenta, Century, Mahyco, Nunhems, Bejosheetal, Namdhari, J.K. Seeds and Indo-American Hybrid Seeds are-
It is possible for them to find the jobs of Marketing Manager, Zonal Manager, Territory Sales Executive, Area Manager and Sales Executive in the marketing section of these companies
Fee applicable to applicants admitted on the basis of AIBFEE (Seed Science & Technology) will be as per details given below:
| Program | Applicable Fee (Per Year) | |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc Seed Science & Technology | Rs 59,500/- |
BFiT Group of Institutions
On The basis of performance in AIBFEE (School of Agriculture Sciences – SAS) :
The cut-off for each category will be announced along with the result of respective schedule. The scholarship details are as per the following table:
| Course Fee (per year) | Rs.59500/- | |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage Slab Details | Scholarship amount (per year) | Fee Applicable after Scholarship (per year) |
| 95% or above aggregate marks (Subject to seat Availability) Or AIBFEE score more than or equal to Rank #1 cut-off |
Rs.35700/- | Rs.23800/- |
| 90% – 94.99% aggregate marks (Subject to seat Availability) Or AIBFEE score more than or equal to Rank #2 cut-off |
Rs.23800/- | Rs.35700/- |
| 80% – 89.99% aggregate marks (Subject to seat Availability) Or AIBFEE score more than or equal to Rank #3 cut-off |
Rs.17850/- | Rs.41650/- |
| 70% – 79.99% aggregate marks (Subject to seat Availability) Or AIBFEE score more than or equal to Rank #4 cut-off |
Rs.11900/- | Rs.47500/- |
A) Admission in Post Graduate Course- M.Sc Seed Sci & Technology is based on Percentage of the graduation marks / AIBFEE Exam / GD-PI.
i) EARLY ADMISSION: – Applicable 28th Nov 2018 – 28th May 2019
a) To Block/Reserve a seat , you have to pay Rs.5000/- (adjustable in tuition fee & non- refundable) through any below mentioned
modes. If interested and eligible.
i) Online Payment facility @ http://bfitdoon.com/online-payment.php or click mentioned below.
ii) By cash deposit in Bank
iii) By making Demand Draft in favour of BFIT payable at Dehradun.
iv) By RTGS/NEFT
BANK DETAIL:-
| BANK NAME- ICICI BANK
A/C NO.-243801000031 A/C HOLDER-BFIT TECHNICAL CAMPUS BRANCH- ANURAG CHOWK IFSC CODE -ICIC0002438
|
BANK NAME- SBI BANK
A/C NO.-31042767195 A/C HOLDER-BFIT BRANCH- IMA DEHRADUN IFSC CODE –SBIN0000739
|
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Rajpur Road, Dehradun IFSC Code: CNRB0001182 Account Holder: BFIT A/c no: 1182201002901 |
b) After making payment, please email us your remittance detail at admissionbfit@gmail.comalong with your complete detail
c) The Provisional Admission shall be granted to you.
d) Within few minutes you get admission Id on your registered mobile number/email, stating admission confirmation
a) To Block/Reserve a seat , you have to pay Rs.5000/- (adjustable in tuition fee & non- refundable) through any below mentioned
modes. If interested and eligible.
i) Online Payment facility @ http://bfitdoon.com/online-payment.php or click mentioned below.
ii) By cash deposit in Bank
iii) By making Demand Draft in favour of BFIT payable at Dehradun.
iv) By RTGS/NEFT
BANK DETAIL:-
| BANK NAME- ICICI BANK
A/C NO.-243801000031 A/C HOLDER-BFIT TECHNICAL CAMPUS BRANCH- ANURAG CHOWK IFSC CODE -ICIC0002438
|
BANK NAME- SBI BANK
A/C NO.-31042767195 A/C HOLDER-BFIT BRANCH- IMA DEHRADUN IFSC CODE –SBIN0000739
|
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Rajpur Road, Dehradun IFSC Code: CNRB0001182 Account Holder: BFIT A/c no: 1182201002901 |
b) After making payment, please email us your remittance detail at admissionbfit@gmail.comalong with your complete detail
c) The Provisional Admission shall be granted to you.
d) Within few minutes you get admission Id on your registered mobile number/email, stating admission confirmation
Interviews shall be conducted for all the Paths of Admission and Phases. The Interview shall be conducted in the following manner: –
– On-Campus Face-To-Face Interview & Group Discussion
– Face-To-Face Interview & Group Discussion in Offices Across the World
– Web One-On-One Interview & Web Conference.
– Telephonic Interview, etc.
a) To Block/Reserve a slot, you have to pay Rs.1000/- (adjustable in registration fee & non- refundable) through any below
mentioned modes. If interested and eligible.
i) Online Payment facility @ http://bfitdoon.com/online-payment.php or click mentioned below.
ii) By cash deposit in Bank
iii) By making Demand Draft in favour of BFIT payable at Dehradun.
iv) By RTGS/NEFT
BANK DETAIL:-
| BANK NAME- ICICI BANK
A/C NO.-243801000031 A/C HOLDER-BFIT TECHNICAL CAMPUS BRANCH- ANURAG CHOWK IFSC CODE -ICIC0002438 |
BANK NAME- SBI BANK
A/C NO.-31042767195 A/C HOLDER-BFIT BRANCH- IMA DEHRADUN IFSC CODE –SBIN0000739
|
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Rajpur Road, Dehradun IFSC Code: CNRB0001182 Account Holder: BFIT A/c no: 1182201002901 |
b) After scoring the minimum GD-PI cutoff for the selection process, you have to pay Rs.4000/- (adjustable in tuition fee & non-
refundable) through any above mentioned modes.
c) After making payment, please email us your remittance detail at admissionbfit@gmail.comalong with your complete detail.
d) The Provisional Admission shall be granted to you.
e) Within few minutes you get admission Id on your registered mobile number/email, stating admission confirmation.
Provisional Admission depends on merit basis available for all Courses. There are four options:
– Rank #1 cut-off of AIBFEE score.
– Rank #2 cut-off of AIBFEE score.
– Rank #3 cut-off of AIBFEE score.
– Rank #4 cut-off of AIBFEE score
a) To Block/Reserve a slot you can fill online allocation form.
b) After receiving Login Credentials, take your exam 24 X 7 from home and your result shall be updated in 48 hours.
c) After scoring the minimum AIBFEE Rank, you have to pay Rs.5000/- (adjustable in tuition fee & non- refundable) through any
below mentioned modes.
i) Online Payment facility @ http://bfitdoon.com/online-payment.php or click mentioned below.
ii) By cash deposit in Bank
iii) By making Demand Draft in favour of BFIT payable at Dehradun.
iv) By RTGS/NEFT
BANK DETAIL:-
| BANK NAME- ICICI BANK
A/C NO.-243801000031 A/C HOLDER-BFIT TECHNICAL CAMPUS BRANCH- ANURAG CHOWK IFSC CODE -ICIC0002438 |
BANK NAME- SBI BANK
A/C NO.-31042767195 A/C HOLDER-BFIT BRANCH- IMA DEHRADUN IFSC CODE –SBIN0000739
|
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Rajpur Road, Dehradun IFSC Code: CNRB0001182 Account Holder: BFIT A/c no: 1182201002901 |
d) After making payment, please email us your remittance detail at admissionbfit@gmail.comalong with your complete detail.
e) The Provisional Admission shall be granted to you.
f) Within few minutes you get admission Id on your registered mobile number/email, stating admission confirmation.
2. Phase – 2
B) On the date of scheduled joining time the student shall report at the venue on time, wherein briefing of the institute, rules and regulations etc. shall be given to the students. The students should carry the following documents along with the following certificates in original for verification:
C) Upon verification of the above documents, the candidates shall granted final admission.
D) If any of the above mentioned documents are not available, then the admission given shall be provisional basis unless submitted. The required documents will have to be submitted latest by 25th July 2019.
| Details | Ist Year | IInd Year |
|---|---|---|
| Form Fee | Rs.500 | NA |
| Registration Fee | Rs.3,000 | NA |
| Campus Fee | Rs.7,500 | NA |
| Other Charges (Uniform, Lab Practical, Seminar etc) | Rs.11,500 | NA |
| Library | Rs.3,000/- | Rs.3,000/- |
| Other Charges (ID card/Marathon/SMS etc.) | Rs.940/- | NA |
| Medical Consultation Charges | Rs. 800/- | Rs. 800/- |
| Placements | Rs. 4,000/- | Rs. 4,000/- |
| Dissertation/Internship/Training Charges (wherever applicable) | (wherever applicable) | (wherever applicable) |
| University Exam Fee | As per the University Norms | As per the University Norms |
BFIT Dehradun runs M.Sc. Seed Sci & Technology, a two year regular degree program affiliated to H.N.B. Garhwal Central University (UGC Approved University -University Grant Commission, Ministry of H.R.D. Human Resource Development Govt. of India & NAAC Accredited).
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