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Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University Courses

Courses 2026-27 Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University

DR YSR HORTICULTURAL UNIVERSITY (DRYSRHU)- ANDHRA PRADESH

Dr. YSR Horticultural University (Dr. YSRHU), established in 2007 by the Andhra Pradesh government through G.O. Ms. No. 134 dated June 26, stands as India's second horticultural university, headquartered at Venkataramannagudem near Tadepalligudem in West Godavari district.

Dr. YSRHU offers specialized degrees across UG, PG, and PhD levels in horticulture and allied fields, with 300 UG seats (B.Sc. Hons. Horticulture/Forestry) and 48 PG seats annually. Key offerings include:

  • UG: 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture via AP EAMCET/CUET-ICAR, HORTICET (for diploma holders), or NRI quotas; eligibility requires 10+2 BiPC stream (50% aggregate for some) and age 17-22 (relaxations apply).
  • PG: 2-year M.Sc. in 15 specializations like Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture, Post-Harvest Technology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology; selection via entrance (50%), academics (40%), interview (10%).
  • Diploma/PhD: Horticulture diplomas and PhDs with research focus; total 29 courses across streams.

Spanning serene Venkataramannagudem, the main campus features smart classrooms, air-conditioned libraries with journals/ICAR-JRF books, Wi-Fi, and internet access. Hostels for males/females include gyms, solar heaters, RO water, TVs, and wardens; labs boast advanced equipment for practicals. Additional amenities cover sports (cricket, volleyball, indoor games), auditorium, gym, health centre, ATM, canteen, and guest rooms. Dr. YSRHU drives innovation across 19 stations targeting productivity, stress tolerance, food safety, and exports. Krishi Vigyan Kendras disseminate farmer-centric technologies; thrust areas include minimizing post-harvest losses and value addition. ICAR ties enhance funding and collaborations. Dr. YSRHU shapes Andhra Pradesh's horticultural future, blending education, research, and outreach for sustainable growth.

Dr YSR Horticultural  University – Recognition, and Rankings

Numerous national ranking agencies have ranked Dr. YSR Architecture and Fine Arts University in a number of categories, making it a distinguished institution. The university's achievements and qualities are highlighted by these rankings and recognitions.

  • Dr. YSR Horticultural University ranks 40th in the Agriculture category according to NIRF 2025.
  • It holds the 32nd position among government universities in India Today rankings for 2025.
  • The university is ranked 11,263rd globally, 730th nationally in India, and 25th in Andhra Pradesh per EduRank 2025.
  • It received Grade-A accreditation from ICAR's National Agricultural Education Accreditation Board (NAEAB).
  • The university has been a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) since 2007 and is NBA accredited.
  • Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University Science
    • B.Sc Hons (B.Sc(Hons))
      Course Mode Full Time
      Course Fee Rs. 1,08,000.00
      Course Duration 4 Year(s)
      1 Courses
      • Horticulture
        4 Year(s)
      Eligibility
      A pass in two-year Intermediate Examination conducted by the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh or any other examination recognized as equivalent thereto by the University or Board of Intermediate Education with the following subjects namely: Physical Sciences (Or) Biological or Natural Sciences
      Admission Procedure
      Criteria for selection: a) The seats under ICAR quota are filled by ICAR, based on the performance in the written examination and the choice of the students. b) The selection of candidates for all the seats, except those reserved for I.C.A.R Quota and in-service candidates shall be made on the basis of ranks obtained by the candidates in the EAMCET in their respective local areas from out of the inter-se merit lists prepared for this purpose. The candidates will be selected based on merit, Presidential order, region and social status.
      Exams Accepted
    • M.Sc. (Master of Science)
      Course Mode Full Time
      Course Fee Rs. 66,000.00
      Course Duration 2 Year(s)
      1 Courses
      Eligibility
      Candidate must have Bachelor's Degree such as- B.Sc. Horticulture, B.Sc. Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Agricultural Information Technology etc.
    • Diploma in Horticulture (Diploma in Horticulture)
      Course Mode Full Time
      Course Fee Rs. 10,000.00
      Course Duration 2 Year(s)
      1 Courses
      Eligibility
      Pass in X class with overall grade 5.0 (including Hindi) for General and overall grade 4.0 (excluding Hindi) for S.C. & S.T. should be studied in rural areas (Non-Municipal Area) at least for a period of Four years in Andhra Pradesh State only.
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