M.Sc. in Forestry colleges in India

MSc Forestry offers a comprehensive and flexible approach to forests and their uses. MSc forestry is an Environmental Science degree designed to develop the skills required in a wide range of environmental and social Science disciplines, in environmental management and forestry policy, and in working with local communities and government.

Additionally, this programme also covers advanced topics like Biology, Business Economics, Environmental Sciences, Logistics, Eco informatics, information technology, forest Ecology control and use of forest resources, forest bio-economic business and policy.

As a BSc in Forestry graduate, you can go for various PG courses such as MSc in Forestry, Master's in Wildlife, MSc in Wood Science & Tech, Master of Science in Agroforestry, Master of Science in Forest Products, Master of Science in Tree Improvements, Master in Wildlife Sciences, Post Graduate Diploma in Forest Management, MBA in Supply Chain Management, and more. However, opting for the Indian Forest Service exams as well.

Students may decide to pursue an MSc in Forestry overseas if they can afford it. The duration of the MSc Forestry programme is at least two years but can be longer depending on the type of course, the college, and the country. When enrolled in an M.Sc. In forestry programs overseas, students get access to some of the best facilities, lecturers, and resources.
Students will have chances in both government and corporate departments, including those that deal with wildlife, forests, national parks, and sanctuaries. As a result, graduates with a forestry degree will have many chances for high-paying employment.

With global warming causing an unprecedented amount of forest fires, stringent laws and domain experts are needed to manage and protect our forests. With the MSc in Forestry, you can become an expert in this field. With your new skills, you'll be able to protect forests from invasive species, improve forest management, and protect wildlife and plant life.

As a forestry graduate, you'll be able to work on protecting, managing, and conserving our world's resources. With a focus on natural resources, you'll learn about the biological, physical, and social sciences while developing your leadership skills. You'll also have access to over twelve million acres of forests, including rainforests, urban areas, and agroforestry.

This degree prepares students for specialized roles in forestry, including research, conservation, and management. By combining theoretical and practical study, this programme can prepare students for senior roles in government, business, and the natural resources industry. Graduates can work in many fields, including environmental protection, conservation, and education.

Amity University has released the placement details for its School of Engineering and Technology batch 2025. Over 110 companies visited the campus during the 2025 drive. The highest package was recorded at INR 35.9 LPA and the average salary stood at INR 9.6 LPA. Further, the median salary offered by companies was INR 6 LPA. Amity placements 2024-25 recorded 3 companies offering international placements.

Here are some top MSc Forestry college options offering great  placement opportunities:

MSc Forestry Colleges	Average Package Offered
Faculty 28.07 LPA
Faculty Of Forestry Ganderbal	INR 8.46 LPA
Manipur Agricultural University	INR 8.09 LPA
Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology	INR 7.08 LPA
Manipur University	INR 6.9 LPA

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counselling body and may vary.

The salary for a Master of Science in Forestry (MSc Forestry) graduate depends on the agency or firm, as well as the candidate's experience and qualifications. In India, the salary can range from INR 5 to 7 LPA, while abroad, the basic salary is around INR 41.7 LPA.

Punjab Agricultural University average package data is not released. However, according to PAU Ludhiana Overall NIRF report 2025, the course-wise median package offered during Punjab Agricultural University placements 2024 is presented below:

Course	Median Package (in INR) - 2024
UG 4 year	4.8 LPA
UG 6 year	4.8 LPA
PG 2 year	4.8 LPA
PG 5 year	4.8 LPA

Candidates need to fulfil the eligibility requirement for the course they are applying for. The basic eligibility for UG courses is Class 12 whereas graduation is required for PG programmes. Find below course-wise Mizoram University eligibility criteria:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
B.Ed	Bachelor's degree and/ or a master's degree in Science, Social Science, or Humanities with at least 50% aggregate Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with specialisation in Science and Physics, at least 55% aggregate
MBA	Graduate with 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
BTech	Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
MSc	Bachelor's degree in relevant subject
MA	UG degree

The Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) charges the following fees for its different courses:
Undergraduate course costs range from INR 17,860 to INR 35,071 in tuition, while annual room and board costs range from INR 10,000 to INR 15,000.
The cost of the MCA programme is Rs 45,050.
The BVSc programme costs about 76,000 Indian rupees.
The first year of the B.Tech programme costs about INR 19,410.
The first year of the B.Sc. {Hons.} course costs INR 17,860.
For the first year, the M.Tech and M.V.Sc. courses cost about INR 35,569.
OUAT charges total fees for a range of courses from Rs 9.69K to Rs 2.22 Lakhs.

Unfortunately, no. Students cannot join Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University directly without any entrance exam. Take a look at this:

- Candidates seeking admissions to all UG and PG programmes (except B.Tech. (Agril Engg.) and MBA) will have to appear in the Entrance Test (ET) for B.Sc. (Hons.) Ag. 4 years, B.Sc. (Hons.) Community Science 4-year Programme and B.F.Sc., B.Sc. (Hons.) Agribusiness Management, Agriculture Aptitude Test (AAT) for B.Sc. (Hons.) 6-year Programme and Common Entrance Test for M.Sc. & PhD.

- For admission to MBA (Gen.)/MBA (Agri-Business Management)/Master in Rural Management, the seats will be filled up firstly through a CAT percentile score of 50 or above, after that the seats will be filled up through CMAT percentile score of 50 or above. The rest of the seats will be filled up with less than 50 percentile scores on the combined merit of CAT/CMAT. In case of a tie of scores, the CAT score will be given preference. Thereafter, on the remaining vacant seats, if any, on the basis of marks obtained in the qualifying examination. 

- For admissions to B.Tech. (Agril. Engg.) the instructions of the Haryana State Technical Education Society will be applicable.

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Yes, Dr. Y. S. Parmar University have good placement records. The median package offered to BSc and MSc students during placements in 2023 stood at INR 4.50 LPA and INR 6.70 LPA, respectively. Some of the top companies that have visited Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry for placements include Monsanto, Novartis, Indofil, Dabur, Pragya, Pepsi Foods, Syngenta, Adani, SGS Company, Tata Chemicals, Shoghi Communications, ITC, Savannah Seeds, HDFC Bank, Sonalika International, and IG International.

Yeah like other colleges this college also provides scholarships but there are restrictions like 

1. If in your house there is a government employee then you are not eligible for applying the scholarship.
2. The family's annual income should not be more than 6 Lakhs.
3. If you have any back papers in 1st and 2nd semester or if you get less than 50% in any of the subjects then you are not eligible for applying for the scholarship.

 

If you don't have any of the above points then you are eligible for applying this scholarship. 

Aspirants need to pay a non-refundable application fee to register for a course at SKUAST Jammu. The application fee for SKUAST is mentioned below:

Course	Application Fee	Application Fee with Late Fee
UG	INR 2,000	INR 3,000
PG	INR 2,500	INR 3,500

Admissions to NEHU Shillong is offered on the basis of merit and valid scores of accepted entrance exams. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12 for admission to UG level courses. Whereas, for PG level courses, candidates must secure valid scores in accepted entrance exams such as JEE Main, CUET UG/PG, CAT/MAT/AIMA and other national-level examinations suitable for the chosen course.  

The seats availability for offered courses at Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology goes up to 771.

Admission at Nagaland University is merit-based only. Admission to UG courses is based on the class 12th performance of the candidate and admission to PG courses is based on the performance or score in the previous qualifying exam. 

Only for Ph.D. courses does the university conduct an enterance exam which is followed by Personal Interviews. The admission to this course is based on the scores of CSIR NET/ UGC NET. For more information kindly visit the Shiksha website. 

No, direct admission is not available for most programs at Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology, and Sciences (SHUATS). The admission process for SHUATS is primarily based on the SHUATS Online Entrance Test (SOET) and merit-based online/offline counseling. For various diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs, the admission is granted through Open Online Counseling.

Bundelkhand University Jhansi offers admission via entrance exam or qualifying exam scores of candidates. For courses such as MCA, BCA (Hons), BCA, MCom, etc., based on merit. Aspirants applying for these courses does not require passing an entrance exam. The requirement of entrance test scores varies course-wise.

Yes, Kumaun University offers numerous scholarships for meritorious students, such as UGC Scholarship, CSIR Scholarship, Rajiv Gandhi Scholarship and merit-cum-means Scholarships, to name a few.

SAM Global University is approved by UGC (University Grants Commission) and Madhya Pradesh Niji Vishwavidhyalaya (Sthapana Avam Sanchalan) Adhiniyam 2007. Some of the constituent colleges under this university are approved by PCI (Pharmacy Council of India), AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education), Madhya Pradesh Private University Regulatory Commission, NCTE, CCIM, INC, AIPC, and Madhya Pradesh Government. 

The total number of seats available for the DPharm course of Royal Global University is 60. The seat allotment is based on the applicants' performance in the last qualified exam (Class 12/equivalent) and a personal interview. It must be noted that the mentioned seat intake is taken from the official website of the univeristy/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative. 

The Institute takes pride in offering its students a median placement salary of INR 3.57 LPA, that underscores its dedication to preparing graduates for prosperous careers by providing them with a noteworthy and competitive compensation package.

College of forestry, Sirsi has been rated 5 on placements.

Yes, Birsa Agriculture University is a good college. Birsa Agriculture University has collaborated with various companies and organisations such as the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, Indian Council of Agriculture Research, New Delhi, Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, and others. The collaborations provide greater knowledge seeking opportunities to students and are good for the college's reputation building as well. 

Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra - Khandari Campus has courses such as B.Voc, PG Diploma, BBA, BCA, B.Pharma, B.Sc., B.Com, B.A., M.Sc., PGDCA, MBA/PGDM, M.Com, Certificate, M.A., UG Diploma to offer. These courses are in the stream of Engineering, IT & Software, Animation, Business & Management Studies, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, Accounting & Commerce, Hospitality & Travel, Design. Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra - Khandari Campus has specializations such as B.Voc specializations in Production Engineering, Sales & Marketing, PG Diploma specializations in Embedded Systems & VLSI, Information Technology, Web Design, Electronics, B.Sc. specializations in Instrumentation Technology, Computer Science, Optical Engineering, Home Science, M.Sc. specializations in Computer Science, Electronics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Home Science, MBA/PGDM specializations in Travel & Tourism Management, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Certificate specializations in Chemistry, Food Production, Food & Nutrition, M.A. specializations in Home Science and ..

In minimum marks required in CUET to get a seat at MU - Mewar University is 10+2 with a minimum of 50% or similar marks, and 45% or comparable marks for applicants who are SC, ST, or PH who have mathematics as one of their 12th-grade subjects. Mewar University Entrance Exam (MUEE) is a state-level entrance examination given in June for admission to UG degrees.