Undergraduate • 3 Years • Full-Time

B.Voc — Horticulture Sciences

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Why Choose B.Voc Horticulture Sciences at S.G.G.S. Mahilpur?

Hands-on horticultural education combining science, sustainability and industry skills

Practical Field Training

Real-world exposure through nurseries, orchards, and botanical gardens.

Lab & Research

Modern plant science labs for propagation, soil analysis and research.

Expert Faculty

Qualified horticulturists with research and industry experience.

Industry Exposure

Internships, agro-industry visits and field project placements.

Sustainable Practices

Training in organic farming, conservation and eco-friendly cultivation.

Career Opportunities

Multiple pathways in farming, landscaping, research and agri-business.

Specializations & Focus Areas

Core horticultural disciplines covered across 6 semesters

Fruit Science & Pomology

Production, post-harvest handling and processing of fruit crops.

Vegetable Science

Protected cultivation, vegetable production and hybrid seed technology.

Floriculture & Ornamentals

Flower cultivation, cut flower production and ornamental gardening.

Landscaping & Arboriculture

Garden design, urban greening, and tree care management.

Nursery Management

Plant propagation, nursery operations and commercial plant production.

Agri-Business & Marketing

Post-harvest management, value addition and agri-entrepreneurship.

Program Structure

SemesterCore PapersPractical / Field Work
Sem 1Introduction to Horticulture, Soil Science & Plant NutritionNursery Visits & Basic Lab
Sem 2Fruit Science, Vegetable Production TechniquesField Crop Practical
Sem 3Floriculture, Plant Propagation MethodsPropagation Lab & Nursery Work
Sem 4Landscape Design, Post-Harvest TechnologyGarden Design Project
Sem 5Protected Cultivation, Organic FarmingInternship / Industry Visit
Sem 6Agri-Business, Entrepreneurship & Research MethodsMajor Project & Viva

Career Opportunities

Multiple career paths across the horticulture and agri sector

Nursery Manager

Commercial plant nurseries and garden centres

Landscape Designer

Urban landscaping, parks and estate management

Horticulture Officer

Government horticulture departments and agricultural boards

Research Assistant

Agricultural research institutes and universities

Agri-Entrepreneur

Start your own farm, greenhouse, or plant business

Teaching & Extension

Agricultural colleges, KVKs, and farmer training centres

Department Gallery

Field training, nursery work, and horticulture campus activities

Nursery Training
Nursery Training
Field Practical
Field Practical
Plant Propagation Lab
Plant Propagation Lab
Landscape Design Project
Landscape Design Project
Industry Visit
Industry Visit
Annual Horticulture Fest
Annual Horticulture Fest

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility for B.Voc Horticulture Sciences?
10+2 / Intermediate in any stream from a recognized board. Students with Agriculture or Biology background are preferred but not mandatory.
Are field visits and internships included?
Yes — field visits, nursery internships, farm training and industry exposure are core parts of the program across all semesters.
Can I start my own business after B.Voc Horticulture?
Yes — the program includes agri-entrepreneurship training, enabling graduates to set up their own nurseries, farms, or landscaping ventures.
What government job opportunities are available?
Graduates can apply for Horticulture Officer, Agricultural Extension Officer, and technical posts in state and central government horticulture departments.
Can I pursue higher studies after this program?
Yes — graduates can pursue B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, M.Sc. Horticulture, or related PG programs at agricultural universities.