Master of Science [M.Sc]

Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya (BCKV), Mohanpur, offers 19 M.Sc specialisations spanning agronomy, genetics, horticulture, plant sciences, soil science, post-harvest technology, and agricultural meteorology. All are two-year full-time programmes with a uniform total fee of INR 24,440. Admission is through ICAR AIEEA PG for national quota or BCKV institutional test for state quota. BCKV ranks 16 in NIRF 2025 Agriculture and it was ranked 13th by an external review site in 2026.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. ICAR AIEEA PG exam begins 4 July 2026.

BCKV Mohanpur M.Sc Fees 2026

All 19 M.Sc specialisations at BCKV carry a uniform fee of INR 12,220 per year, totalling INR 24,440 for the two-year programme.

• Fee is INR 12,220 per year across all 19 M.Sc specialisations.
• WB SC and ST students may qualify for full tuition waiver.
• Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources.

BCKV Mohanpur M.Sc Admission 2026

Important Dates

• State quota via BCKV institutional test concluded in June 2026.
• ICAR quota: qualify ICAR AIEEA PG and attend ICAR counselling.
• ICAR JRF or SRF holders may get test exemption at BCKV.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

BCKV Mohanpur Eligibility Criteria

• Passed B.Sc Hons in Agriculture, Horticulture, Botany, or a related discipline from a recognised university.
• Minimum 60 percent aggregate or OGPA 6.00 out of 10.00.
• Minimum 50 percent or OGPA 5.00 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
• Valid ICAR AIEEA PG score required for ICAR national quota seats.

BCKV Mohanpur Seat Allocation Pattern:

• 70% of the total intake is reserved as University seats.

• Of these University seats:

  • 80% are reserved for West Bengal domicile candidates.
  • 20% are filled under the Open Category (domicile and non-domicile).
• The remaining 30% of the total intake is filled through the ICAR quota as per ICAR admission guidelines.

BCKV Mohanpur Admission Process

• Register for ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 on the NTA exam portal for ICAR quota seats.
• Appear in the ICAR AIEEA PG exam on 4 July 2026 and check results in August 2026.
• For BCKV state quota, apply through the PG notification on the BCKV official portal.
• Attend BCKV written test and interview and await merit-based selection.
• Submit B.Sc degree and transcripts to complete enrolment after selection.
• Reservation for SC, ST, OBC-A, OBC-B, EWS, and PwD candidates is applicable as per Government of West Bengal norms.

✓ Opt for this if

• B.Sc Hons Agriculture or Horticulture graduates seeking affordable research-focused PG.
• Students targeting ICAR JRF stipend of INR 31,000 per month during M.Sc.
• Candidates in Eastern India aiming for state agriculture department research roles.
• Those planning PhD at ICAR institutes after specialised M.Sc training at BCKV.

✗ Skip if

• Graduates without B.Sc Hons Agriculture or a related biological discipline.
• Students seeking MBA, management, or non-agricultural science PG programmes.
• Candidates expecting metro campus or private sector corporate placements.
• Those requiring pan-India brand visibility outside agriculture and horticulture.

BCKV Mohanpur M.Sc Scholarships 2026

M.Sc students at BCKV are eligible for state and central government scholarships and ICAR fellowships based on merit, income, and category.

• ICAR JRF holders receive stipend and fee concession during tenure.
• Apply for Swami Vivekananda Scholarship within 30 days of joining.

BCKV Mohanpur M.Sc. FAQs

Ques. Which M.Sc specialisations at BCKV cover horticultural sciences?

Ans. BCKV offers six M.Sc specialisations in horticultural sciences: Floriculture and Landscaping, Fruits and Orchard Management, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Horticulture-Vegetable Science, Post-harvest Technology, and Spices and Plantation Crops. These programmes are well-suited to careers in export horticulture, floriculture business, seed companies, and state horticulture departments.

Ques. Can students from non-agriculture B.Sc backgrounds apply for M.Sc at BCKV?

Ans. Some M.Sc specialisations at BCKV accept graduates from related disciplines such as Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, or Physics. For example, M.Sc Plant Pathology may admit Botany graduates. Candidates from non-agriculture B.Sc backgrounds should verify eligibility for their specific target specialisation with the BCKV admissions office before applying.

Ques. What is the BCKV state quota route for M.Sc admission?

Ans. The BCKV state quota fills seats through an institutional written test and interview, typically held in May to June each year. Candidates apply through the PG notification published on the BCKV portal. West Bengal domicile is generally required for state quota seats. ICAR AIEEA PG score is not required for state quota admission.

Ques. What research and PhD opportunities follow M.Sc from BCKV?

Ans. BCKV M.Sc graduates can apply for PhD programmes at ICAR institutes such as IARI (New Delhi), NBPGR, and national agricultural universities. They may also pursue PhD at BCKV itself or at state agricultural universities across India. ICAR Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) provides INR 35,000 per month for eligible PhD candidates.

Ques. Which M.Sc specialisations at BCKV focus on soil, water, or climate sciences?

Ans. BCKV offers three M.Sc programmes in environmental and allied disciplines: Agril. Meteorology and Physics (covering climate, weather, and crop-weather relationships), Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry (soil fertility, nutrient management), and Soil and Water Conservation (erosion control, watershed management). These are well-aligned with ICAR and central government research priorities.