M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at LPU, Jalandhar

4.5 /5

(5 Reviews)

Private University
Estd. 2005

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

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M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Overview

LPU offers M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) programme for a duration of 2 years. The college offers this programme in Full Time mode at the PG level with a total tuition fee of INR 4,80,000. The institute offers admission to 40 students. Check other courses of LPU M.Sc..

Total Tuition Fees	₹4.80 Lakh Get Fees details
Duration	2 years Get Curriculum
Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
Average package	₹ 6.61 Lakh
Application Link	Go to Website
Seat breakup	40
Type of University	Private

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Fees

The total tuition fee for LPU M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) is INR 4,80,000. Besides, the fee also includes other components, such as exam fee, caution deposit, enrollment fee, etc. Some of the fee components, such as caution deposit are one-time payable. Candidates after getting admission in M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) need to pay the LPU fee to confirm their seat in the institute. Below is fee breakup for LPU M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding):

Fee components	Amount (2 years)
Tuition Fees	₹ 4.80 Lakh
Hostel Fees Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st year. Actual amount may vary. Hostel fee mentioned is for cheapest option available. For other options available, please refer to fee pdf. The fees might i Read more Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st year. Actual amount may vary. Hostel fee mentioned is for cheapest option available. For other options available, please refer to fee pdf. The fees might include components other than hostel fees. Meal Plan is included in mentioned fee.	₹ 2.40 Lakh
Total fee	₹ 7.20 Lakh

These are based on information available on various sources. Latest values may differ.

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

LPU : 2026 UG & PG Applications Open | Apply Now @ www.bit.ly/LPU-2k26?open-reg
Specialization is offered in genetics, and population ethics

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Curriculum

The semester-wise course structure, electives, and detailed course content can be viewed by downloading the curriculum PDF to assist students in seeking admission to the course. Students can download the latest LPU M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) Curriculum by clicking the link given below:

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.5/5

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Placements4.5

Infrastructure5

Faculty & Course4.5

Campus Life4.3

Value for Money4.3

MVDinesh kumar Verified Icon

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2021

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Really good infrastructure, facilities, etc.

Placements: The percentage of students opted for this course was 30%. The students of this course got the highest package of 15 LPA, and the lowest package of 9 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Agri-Associate, Kincannon & Reed, AG HeadHunters, and Keller Executive Search. 70% of students got internships in these companies. Top roles offered in research and development to practical farm management and even business-oriented positions.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure of college was well planned and developed. The whole campus was covered with Wi-Fi. Classrooms had smart boards. Labs were updated with the latest technology computers. We also had apple lab. The food available in mess and canteen was freshly prepared and delivered in well-packed containers. The campus had medical facilities, and also organised annual sports meet.

Faculty: Teachers were disciplined and qualified. They were regular in lectures and always taught with sincerity. The teaching quality was excellent. The curriculum was relevant, and made the students ready for industrial work. The semester exams were average, and the passing criteria was to score 40% marks in each subject.

Other: I joined this course because I had a great interest in agro fields. This course will improve my knowledge about fertilizers and organic farming. Campus organised events such as carbuncle, maestros, and other cultural events. The students were also sponsored with a scholarship according to their marks in 12th standard.

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025Read More

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M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2024

4.4

4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

LPU is the best university and an all-rounder.

Placements: The placements are average. The average package offered is 2-3 LPA, and the all-time highest package is about 1 crore offered to an M.Sc. agriculture student. The course provides deep knowledge of agriculture tools and practices, agri finance and management. It is general knowledge of all the agriculture practices.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of Lovely Professional University is excellent and perfect for curious students as it offers all the services on its big campus. LPU campus is huge and offers all the entertainment, food facilities, library, sports, cultural activities access in only one place.

Faculty: The teachers are cooperative and motivating. They are friendly with students and help students achieve their goals in life. They are well qualified and experienced. They also give us tricks and tips for industry training. They also share their real-life experiences for us to gain better knowledge.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2022Read More

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M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2019

4.8

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

It is the best university for getting opportunities in the placements mostly.

Placements: Placements are nice in the university. So many classes are going on regarding the placements, and also they teach us soft skills, etc. So many companies visit and give us chance to work on them. So many internships occurs. The placements was very useful for freshers.

Infrastructure: Labs, Wi-Fi, library are good and they maintain very well in the university campus. Central library is so big and we can get all the courses books. The library will opens upto 12 AM daily. The books in the library was very useful. The library staff also available upto 12.

Faculty: The faculty of university are very nice. They teach us very well. The professors were treat the students very well. The faculty provides more useful teaching materials for students. The teaching methods, time table, instructions of university and faculty is good.

Other: So many events occurs in university. Scholarship also get according to the CGPA obtained on entrance exam.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2018Read More

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Dinesh

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2021

3.4

2Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Review of Lovely Professional University.

Placements: The average placement rate in our college was very high. Many top companies came to our college to offer the best placements. Top companies such as Google, Microsoft, Flipkart, and Amazon visited. The top roles were held by employees of their companies. Many companies came to our college.

Infrastructure: LPU was a well-infrastructured university. We had the best classrooms and Wi-Fi. We had a well-stocked library with full central AC. The hostel facility was very nice, and the hostel life at night was beautiful. We had the best infrastructure here. We had computer labs and a well-stocked library for students. Other labs for different courses and Wi-Fi were also available here.

Faculty: We had the best-qualified and educated faculty, and they were well-trained. They had many years of experience. This course was relevant to agricultural farming. It was not relevant to the industry field. Their teaching quality was very good and excellent. The semester exams were moderate and convenient for students.

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025Read More

Dinesh

M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2022

3.8

4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money

Lovely Professional University.

Placements: LPU was the best university for placements. So many students have joined my course. Agriculture was very useful in our future. So many top companies had come to our university. LPU was the topmost university in India. Many students got internships in our batch.

Infrastructure: We have the best infrastructure. LPU was looking very beautiful only because of one reason infrastructure. We had a stocked library. All classrooms had AC, and hostel rooms were very nice, and it was very super, and the washrooms were clean. We had so many canteens here. We had hospital and sports.

Faculty: Best faculty in LPU. They are well qualified, educated, and knowledgeable. They have so many years of experience in teaching. Their teaching skills were very amazing. Students could understand very easily. This course was relevant to the agriculture department.

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025Read More

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the tuition fee for MSc at Lovely Professional University?

The LPU MSc tuition fee ranges from INR 60,000 to INR 8 lakh. Its fee structure includes tuition fee, security deposit and other fee components. The mentioned fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is further as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Q: Does LPU have 100% placements?

Lovely Professional University has a strong record of placements for courses like BTech, BBA, BCA, BArch, MBA, MCA, etc. Currently, the highest international package offered during LPU placements in 2025 was INR 2.5 crore per annum, whereas the highest domestic package offered stood at INR 1 crore per annum. The LPU average package offered to the top 25% students of the batch 2025 was INR 10.23 LPA. The key highlights of LPU placements for the Class of 2023, 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest package	INR 54.75 LPA	INR 53 LPA	INR 250 LPA (International) INR 100 LPA (Domestic)
Average package	INR 7 LPA (MBA, BTech CSE)	INR 7.80 (MBA) INR 7.92 LPA (BTech CSE)	INR 10.23 LPA (top 25%)
Total recruiters	1,107	1,611	2,225+
Total offers	5,500+	7,443	6,000+

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Q: What is the LPU NEST exam date for the test centre-based test?

The remote proctored exam will be conducted from February 15, 2026, and the test centre exam dates are from March 15, 2026. The exam will be conducted till March 31, 2026.

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Q: Will I get a direct admission in LPU with 65 % marks in Class 12?

LPU does not offer direct admission. However, admission to few courses is merit-based. Aspirants scoring a 65% aggregate have a good chance of getting admission in LPU. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the university to apply online. To apply for LPU, aspirants need to register for LPUNEST for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses. LPU admission to most of the courses is based on LPUNEST score. However, national-level entrance exam scores are also accepted for admission to BA LLB (Hons), MBA, BTech, etc. Candidates must complete Class 12 for UG courses and graduation for PG courses. The selection rounds are followed by counselling and document verification.

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Yes, pursuing an ME/MTech degree from LPU is a good choice for students interested in the field of Engineering and Technology.

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M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Average Salary	INR 6.61 Lakh
Highest Salary	INR 62.72 Lakh
% Batch placed	95

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M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
at
LPU
Entry Requirements

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Candidate passed with mentioned aggregate marks in B.Sc. (Agriculture) or B.Sc. (Agriculture) (Hons.), B.Sc. Agriculture Biotechnology (4 years) or equivalent with recognized institute/university are eligible to apply.

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Candidates are selected through counselling based on the marks obtained in Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) marks. Candidate with 80% aggregate marks in (B.Sc. in Agriculture/ B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture/ B.Sc. (Hons.) in Biotechnology - 4 Years) is selected on the basis of qualifying exam marks.

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