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M. Sc. Ag. (Plant Pathology)

Course Overview

SGT University has a postgraduate program of two years with the title of Master of Science in Plant Pathology (MSc) that provides students with a sophisticated understanding and practical experience of plant diseases and their control measures. Have you ever asked questions such as: Why does the flowering part of a tomato plant look weak, or What is the best way to take care of rosebushes? You should consider joining this programme if you have a passion for plant health and wish to have a job as a plant disease detective! 

This MSc in Plant Pathology programme is for individuals who are interested in the welfare of plant health and have the vision to protect the farming sector by using eco-friendly techniques. With the help of various plant diseases, the agricultural industry is challenged, and this program seeks to respond to this. The Masters of Science in Plant Pathology syllabi are systematic and exhaustive, ensuring that theoretical and practical training in plant pathology is embraced for disease diagnosis, pest and disease epidemiology, molecular techniques, and integrated disease management.

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M. Sc. Ag. (Plant Pathology)

Course Level

Postgraduate

Course Name

M. Sc. Ag. (Plant Pathology)

Duration and Structure

4 Semesters, 2 Years

Subjects

Students take classes to foster a deep and enthusiastic understanding of plant pathology. Among the MSc in Plant Pathology subjects that pique students' interest and inspire wonder are:

  • Principles of Plant Pathology
  • Bacteriology of Plants
  • Virology of plants
  • Mycology of plants
  • Diagnostics of Plant Diseases
  • Control of Plant Diseases
  • Fundamentals of Epidemiology of Plant Diseases
  • Pathology of Seed
  • Diseases Following Harvest
  • Resistance to Plant Diseases
  • More Complex Methods in Plant Pathology
Eligibility Criteria
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture/ Bachelor of Science (Hons) Agriculture/ Bachelor of Science (Hons) Horticulture with 55% marks
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SGT University’s MSc in Plant Pathology program offers two years of intensive learning and academic experiments designed to push you to be the best. It is the only private university in Delhi NCR accredited by ICAR, enhancing its reputation as one of the best private universities in India.

Course Fees

INR 1,50,000 (per annum)

Admission Open for Session 2026–2027

MSc in Plant Pathology Syllabus

To ensure that students understand the subject comprehensively, SGT University's MSc in Plant Pathology syllabus covers a range of topics. The advanced topics the students will study include plant-microbe interactions, plant disease management through biotechnological approaches, plant quarantine, and biosecurity measures.

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Alumni Testimonials

The campus offers a range of amenities. I want to thank the entire staff for their encouragement, inspiration, and support. This campus provided me with two incredible years of experience, and I will always miss it.

Ajay Pal

The faculty helped me to have holistic growth. Not only were academics taught with great efficiency, but co-curricular development was also taken care of and enhanced.

Anshul

The academic activities like Synergy inculcated my interest in research activities, whereas cultural activities like Basant filled us with more energy and creativity.

Robin

The research farms of agriculture available for the students provided practical knowledge and a pleasant environment, encouraging us to be in college every day.

Sandeep Reddy

All classes are modern and equipped with digital technologies, and fully equipped modern laboratories make us learn by doing. The agriculture books provide a healthy environment for study.

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