AP B.SC HORTICULTURE FEE STRUCTURE
Every year, a large number of Biology-Physics-Chemistry (BiPC) students who write AP EAPCET begin exploring options beyond MBBS and B.Sc. Agriculture. One course that has steadily gained attention is the AP B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture programme offered by Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University (YSRHU), Venkataramannagudem, West Godavari District.
Horticulture is drawing thousands of BiPC candidates after AP EAPCET for a simple reason: Andhra Pradesh is one of India’s largest producers of mango, chillies, turmeric, oil palm, papaya and sweet orange, and the state government has been actively pushing horticulture-based employment, food processing, and export-oriented farming. This creates a steady pipeline of government and private-sector openings for horticulture graduates.
Manabadi brings together everything you need to know in one place. From the official counselling schedule, eligibility criteria, admission process, participating colleges, seat matrix, fee structure, and required documents to the course curriculum, placements, career opportunities, salary packages, scholarships, and future scope
YSRHU has officially opened admissions for 2026-27. As per Admission Notification Ref. No. 3321792/Admissions/2026, dated 24-07-2026, applications are invited for two Bi.P.C.-stream courses together – B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture and B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry – through four distinct admission routes.
A clear caution up front: As of the notification date (24-07-2026), YSRHU has not yet released a day-wise counselling schedule. The university has explicitly stated that all further details, including counselling dates, will be published only on its own website. Students must not rely on any third-party site for dates – only drysrhu.ap.gov.in.
AP B.Sc. Horticulture 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course Name | B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture (companion notification also covers B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry) |
| University | Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University (YSRHU), Venkataramannagudem |
| Notification Ref. No. | 3321792/Admissions/2026, dated 24-07-2026 |
| Admission Routes | (1) AP EAPCET 2026 rank – BiPC stream; (2) NRI/NRI-sponsored quota – Intermediate marks; (3) Industry sponsorship quota – Intermediate marks |
| Duration | 4 years (8 semesters) |
| Degree Awarded | B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Official Website | drysrhu.ap.gov.in |
| Application Mode | Online registration for EAPCET-rank category; offline application (downloadable form) for NRI and Industry sponsorship quotas |
| Counselling Schedule Status | Not yet released – to be displayed only on the university website |
Latest AP B.Sc. Horticulture 2026 Admission Process & Counselling Status
What the notification confirms
The notification lists four admission categories:
| # | Category | Basis of Selection | Application Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture | AP EAPCET 2026 Ranks under Bi.P.C. stream | Online registration |
| 2 | B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry | AP EAPCET 2026 Ranks under Bi.P.C. stream | Online registration |
| 3 | B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture – NRI/NRI-sponsored Quota | Intermediate marks | Offline application (download form from university website) |
| 4 | B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture – Industry Sponsorship Quota | Intermediate marks | Offline application (download form from university website) |
For categories 3 and 4, candidates must download the application form and information brochure from drysrhu.ap.gov.in and submit it on or before the last date mentioned in the application, offline, directly to the university.
What is NOT yet confirmed
- No counselling date-wise schedule (registration window, certificate verification, web/option entry, seat allotment, reporting) has been released for the EAPCET-rank categories as of 24-07-2026. The notification itself states: “All the details and updates including counselling dates will be displayed in the University website only. There is no issuance of personal communications.”
- The exact counselling mechanism for EAPCET-rank seats is not spelled out in this notice. It only confirms selection is rank-based with online registration. Based on how YSRHU has run this process in recent past cycles, admissions have historically involved a YSRHU-run online registration and allotment system, followed by in-person “manual counselling” rounds conducted directly at the university’s own Admn. Office in Venkataramannagudem (multiple phases have been held in past years) – rather than going through the centralized AP EAPCET web-counselling portal used for Engineering/Pharmacy admissions.
- A separate thread of information (from ANGRAU’s own BiPC-stream admission notices) suggests that in some years, a combined manual counselling for B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture seats across ANGRAU, SVVU, and Dr. YSRHU has been conducted by ANGRAU at Lam Farm, Guntur, using a common application (Form A). It is not clear from available information whether this applies to all YSRHU Horticulture seats, only specific quota seats, or whether this arrangement continues for 2026-27.
Admission Timeline So Far
AP EAPCET 2026 Result Declared (1 July 2026)
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YSRHU Admission Notification Released (24-07-2026) – applications invited for B.Sc. Horticulture & B.Sc. Forestry
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Online Registration Opens for EAPCET-rank categories (exact dates awaited)
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Offline Application Window for NRI/Industry Sponsorship Quota (last date to be checked in the downloaded application form)
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Counselling / Allotment Process (schedule not yet released)
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Reporting at Allotted College
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Classes Begin, AY 2026-27
What is B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture?
B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture is a four-year, ICAR-pattern undergraduate honours programme offered by YSRHU. It is built specifically around the science of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, plantation crops and ornamental plants, and blends classroom learning with hands-on farm and laboratory work. The 2026 notification also invites applications for a companion course, B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry, under the same Bi.P.C.-stream, EAPCET-rank route – students interested in forest science, wildlife, and natural-resource management now have this as a parallel option at YSRHU alongside Horticulture.
Key structural features of the Horticulture course:
- Duration: 4 years, split into 8 semesters, following the ICAR Deans’ Committee credit framework.
- Practical learning: A substantial share of coursework happens in nurseries, orchards, poly-houses, and departmental research farms.
- Field visits: Regular visits to progressive farms, government horticulture research stations, and markets.
- Research exposure: Final-year students undertake project work under faculty guidance.
- Core subject clusters: Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture, and Plantation crops, alongside general science, agri-business, and extension subjects.
Admission Process (Step-by-Step)
Route A: AP EAPCET Rank-Based Admission (Horticulture & Forestry)
Step 1: Qualify AP EAPCET 2026 (BiPC stream)
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Wait for YSRHU’s counselling schedule/registration link (to be published on drysrhu.ap.gov.in)
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Complete Online Registration on the notified portal
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Certificate Verification (mode to be notified)
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Option Entry / College Preference (mode to be notified – online option entry and/or in-person manual counselling, as per past practice)
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Seat Allotment
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Reporting at Allotted College
Route B: NRI / NRI-Sponsored Quota
Step 1: Download application form & information brochure from drysrhu.ap.gov.in
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Fill form based on Intermediate marks eligibility
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Submit offline on or before the last date specified in the application
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Selection & Admission Confirmation
Route C: Industry Sponsorship Quota
Same offline process as the NRI route – download form, apply based on Intermediate marks, submit by the notified last date directly to the university.
AP B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must have passed the two-year Intermediate Examination (10+2) conducted by the Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (BIEAP) or any other examination recognized as equivalent by Dr. YSR Horticultural University/BIEAP with Bi.P.C. (Biology, Physics & Chemistry) or M.Bi.P.C. (Mathematics, Biology, Physics & Chemistry) subjects. |
| Admission Basis (Category-A / AP EAPCET Seats) | Selection is based on the AP EAPCET 2026 Bi.P.C. Stream Rank. Admissions are made according to merit, rule of reservation, Presidential Order (Local/Non-Local), and university guidelines. State Rank alone is considered. |
| Admission Basis (NRI / Industry Sponsorship Quota) | Candidates must satisfy the prescribed academic eligibility. Admissions are made as per the respective NRI or Industry Sponsorship guidelines notified by the University. For Industry Quota, candidates should have secured at least 50% marks in Intermediate (Bi.P.C./M.Bi.P.C.). |
| Minimum Age | 17 years as on 31 December 2026. |
| Upper Age Limit (General/EWS/BC/OC) | 22 years as on 31 December 2026. |
| Upper Age Limit (SC/ST) | 25 years as on 31 December 2026. |
| Upper Age Limit (Persons with Disabilities) | 27 years as on 31 December 2026. |
| Local / Non-Local Status | Admissions are governed by the Presidential Order. 85% of seats are reserved for Local Candidates, while 15% are treated as Unreserved (Open Competition) seats. |
| Reservation Policy | Reservations are applicable as per Government of Andhra Pradesh norms for SC, ST, BC-A/B/C/D/E, EWS, along with horizontal reservations for eligible categories. |
| Special Categories | Reservations/quotas are available for CAP (Children of Armed Personnel), NCC, Sports & Games, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Women, and Farmers’ Quota (subject to eligibility conditions prescribed by the University). |
| Farmers’ Quota Eligibility | Candidates applying under the 40% Farmers’ Quota must belong to an agriculturist family, own at least one acre of agricultural land in the name of the candidate/parents, have studied for a minimum of four years in non-municipal schools, and submit the prescribed land ownership certificates and supporting documents. |
AP B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture Colleges (Official List)
The following are the official constituent (Government) and affiliated (Private) colleges offering B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture under Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University (Dr. YSRHU) for admissions through AP EAPCET 2026.
Government (Constituent) Colleges
| S.No. | College Name | District | Region | Type | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | College of Horticulture, Venkataramannagudem | West Godavari | AU | Government | 130 |
| 2 | College of Horticulture, Anantharajupeta | Annamayya | SVU | Government | 70 |
| 3 | College of Horticulture, Parvathipuram | Parvathipuram Manyam | AU | Government | 50 |
| 4 | College of Horticulture, Chinalataripi | SPSR Nellore | AU | Government | 50 |
| 5 | College of Horticulture, Pulivendula | YSR Kadapa | SVU | Government | 60 |
Private (Affiliated) Colleges
| S.No. | College Name | District | Region | Type | Total Intake |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri Krishna Devaraya College of Horticultural Sciences | Anantapur | SVU | Private | 60 |
| 2 | J.C. Diwakar Reddy College of Horticulture | Anantapur | SVU | Private | 60 |
| 3 | Kadiri Babu Rao College of Horticulture | Prakasam | AU | Private | 60 |
| 4 | N.S. College of Horticultural Sciences | Prakasam | AU | Private | 60 |
College Summary
| Particulars | Count |
|---|---|
| Government (Constituent) Colleges | 5 |
| Private (Affiliated) Colleges | 4 |
| Total Colleges Offering B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture | 9 |
| Government College Intake | 360 Seats |
| Private College Intake | 240 Seats |
| Overall Intake | 600 Seats |
Note: Admissions to all the above colleges are conducted by Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University (Dr. YSRHU) through AP EAPCET (Bi.P.C.) counselling. Seat availability, intake, and college list are subject to revision by the University before the commencement of each admission cycle.
AP B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture 2026 Official Seat Matrix
| S.No. | College Name | District | Type | Total Intake | Convenor (Category-A) Seats | Management Quota Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | College of Horticulture, Venkataramannagudem | West Godavari | Government | 130 | 130 | — |
| 2 | College of Horticulture, Anantharajupeta | Annamayya | Government | 70 | 70 | — |
| 3 | College of Horticulture, Parvathipuram | Parvathipuram Manyam | Government | 50 | 50 | — |
| 4 | College of Horticulture, Chinalataripi | SPSR Nellore | Government | 50 | 50 | — |
| 5 | College of Horticulture, Pulivendula | YSR Kadapa | Government | 60 | 60 | — |
| 6 | Sri Krishna Devaraya College of Horticultural Sciences | Anantapur | Private | 60 | 42 | 18 |
| 7 | J.C. Diwakar Reddy Horticultural College | Anantapur | Private | 60 | 42 | 18 |
| 8 | Kadiri Babu Rao College of Horticulture | Prakasam | Private | 60 | 42 | 18 |
| 9 | N.S. College of Horticultural Sciences | Prakasam | Private | 60 | 42 | 18 |
Seat Summary
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| Government Colleges | 360 |
| Private Colleges (Category-A / Convenor) | 168 |
| Private Colleges (Management Quota) | 72 |
| Total Category-A (AP EAPCET) Seats | 528 |
| Management Quota Seats | 72 |
| Grand Total Intake | 600 |
Note: In addition to the above, 13 supernumerary seats are available under special categories in the constituent colleges, and 10% supernumerary EWS seats are created as per Government norms. The exact distribution is notified by the university during counselling.
Fee Structure
Using the official Dr. YSR Horticultural University 2025-26 fee structure (latest available where 2026 values are not separately notified):
| Fee Head | Amount (2025-26) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (EAPCET/Convener Category) | ₹8,360 per semester | Applicable for constituent Dr. YSRHU colleges. |
| Tuition Fee (NRI/NRI-Sponsored Quota) | ₹1,14,125 per semester | Tuition fee only; other university charges are payable separately. |
| Tuition Fee (Industry Sponsorship Quota) | Refer official fee notification | Fee varies according to the latest university notification. |
| Other/Special Fee | ₹17,048 (one-time at admission) | Includes university and other academic charges. |
| Hostel Establishment Charges | ₹11,345 per semester | Applicable for hostel residents. |
| Hostel Room Rent | ₹2,300 per semester | Charged separately from establishment charges. |
| Mess Advance | ₹9,535 (Refundable) | Paid at admission; adjusted against mess expenses. |
| Caution Deposit | ₹15,215 (Refundable) | Library Deposit: ₹2,840 + Laboratory Deposit: ₹2,840 + Hostel Deposit: ₹9,535. |
| Scholarships | As per eligibility | Eligible students can avail Jagananna Vidya Deevena, Jagananna Vasathi Deevena, ICAR scholarships and other merit scholarships. |
| Fee Reimbursement | Available | Applicable for eligible SC/ST/BC/EWS/Minority students under Andhra Pradesh Government norms. |
Note: For private affiliated colleges, the annual Convener Quota tuition fee ranges from ₹38,700 to ₹77,700, while Management Quota tuition fee ranges from ₹77,400 to ₹1,55,400, excluding hostel, mess, transport and other charges.
Course Curriculum (Year-wise)
The B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture curriculum at YSRHU follows the ICAR Deans’ Committee framework, broadly structured as:
First Year
- Foundation courses in Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics/Statistics or allied sciences
- Introduction to Horticulture
- Principles of Soil Science
- Rural sociology and agricultural extension basics
- Communication skills and computer applications
Second Year
- Fruit Science (Pomology) – principles and practices
- Vegetable Science – production technology
- Floriculture and Landscape Architecture – basics
- Soil fertility and nutrient management
- Plant physiology and biochemistry
Third Year
- Advanced Fruit Science
- Advanced Vegetable Science
- Plantation, Spices, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops
- Post-Harvest Technology and Processing
- Protected cultivation and precision horticulture
- Agricultural economics and farm management
Fourth Year
- RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience) / Rural Horticultural Work Experience
- Experiential Learning Modules (nursery, mushroom cultivation, landscaping units, etc.)
- Industrial Training / Internship
- Comprehensive viva-voce and project work
The exact subject-wise syllabus and credit distribution for each semester is published by YSRHU in its official B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture syllabus document, available for detailed subject-wise planning.
Specializations Covered
- Fruit Science
- Vegetable Science
- Floriculture & Landscape Architecture
- Plantation, Spices, Medicinal & Aromatic Crops
- Post-Harvest Technology and Management
- Soil Science
- Basics of Agricultural Engineering
- Protected Cultivation (poly-houses, greenhouses)
- Organic Farming
- Precision Horticulture
Practical Training
- Field Work: Regular fieldwork on university research farms and demonstration plots.
- Lab Work: Laboratory sessions in plant physiology, soil science, plant pathology, and biochemistry.
- Research Farms: Exposure to ongoing varietal trials and crop-improvement research.
- Nursery Management: Hands-on nursery-raising, grafting, and propagation practice.
- Greenhouses/Polyhouses: Training in protected cultivation techniques.
- Internships: Structured final-year internship placements with agribusiness firms and government departments.
Career Opportunities
Government Jobs
- Horticulture Officer
- Agriculture Officer (allied departments)
- Extension Officer
- Seed Inspector
- Food Inspector
- Bank Agriculture Officer (IBPS specialist officer recruitment)
- Forest Department roles (subject to eligibility; B.Sc. Forestry graduates especially)
- FPO coordinator roles
- ICAR and other research institute positions
- State Horticulture/Agriculture Department roles
Private Sector
- Seed companies
- Commercial nurseries
- Greenhouse and protected-cultivation companies
- Landscape design and horticulture firms
- Food processing companies
- Export-oriented agribusiness firms
- Cold storage and post-harvest management companies
- Fertilizer and agri-input companies
- Agri-tech startups
Other Paths
- Research (Junior Research Fellow, and beyond after higher studies)
- Teaching (after M.Sc./Ph.D.)
- Entrepreneurship (own nursery, floriculture unit, export venture)
Higher Studies
- M.Sc. (Horticulture) with specialisations in Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture & Landscaping, Plantation/Spices/Medicinal & Aromatic Crops, or Post-Harvest Technology – offered at YSRHU’s College of Horticulture, Venkataramannagudem and College of Horticulture, Anantharajupeta.
- MBA in Agribusiness Management
- M.Tech in allied agricultural engineering fields
- Ph.D. (Horticulture) at the same two YSRHU campuses
- ICAR PG programmes through ICAR AIEEA-PG
- Competitive exams: UPSC (Agriculture/allied services), State PSC, ICAR NET/SET
Salary Packages
| Category | Approximate Range (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| Freshers (Private Sector) | ₹2.5 LPA – ₹4 LPA |
| Government (Horticulture/Agriculture Officer) | ₹35,000 – ₹1,12,400 per month (as per state pay scales; higher with promotions and allowances) |
| Research (JRF/SRF Roles) | ₹31,000 – ₹45,000 per month (as per ICAR/UGC/University fellowship norms) |
| Abroad (Agri-Export/Plantation Roles) | ₹10 LPA – ₹25 LPA+ (varies by country, company, and experience) |
| Startup/Own Nursery or Export Venture | ₹3 LPA – ₹30 LPA+ (highly variable depending on business scale and profitability) |
Placements
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Placement Cell | Every constituent college has a dedicated Placement Cell headed by a faculty coordinator. The cell organizes campus interviews, career guidance, resume-building workshops, communication skills training, personality development sessions, and coaching for competitive exams such as IBPS and government recruitments. |
| Major Recruiters | Coromandel International, IFFCO, Nagarjuna Fertilizers & Chemicals Ltd. (NFCL), Bayer Crop Science, Syngenta India, UPL Ltd., BASF India, Corteva Agriscience, Mahyco Seeds, Advanta Seeds, JK Agri Genetics, Nuziveedu Seeds, Kaveri Seeds, Namdhari Seeds, Jain Irrigation Systems, Godrej Agrovet, ITC Agri Business Division, and other agri-input, seed, nursery, greenhouse, floriculture, and food-processing companies. |
| Government Recruiters | Andhra Pradesh Department of Horticulture, Andhra Pradesh Department of Agriculture, National Horticulture Board (NHB), ICAR Institutes, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), AP State Seed Development Corporation, Agricultural Marketing Department, FPOs, and other central and state government organizations. |
| Internships | Students undergo structured internships during the final year in commercial farms, seed companies, nurseries, food-processing industries, export firms, greenhouse/polyhouse units, research stations, and government horticulture departments. Practical training forms an integral part of the curriculum. |
| Industrial Exposure | Industrial visits are organized to tissue culture laboratories, food-processing units, fruit processing industries, cold storage facilities, export houses, protected cultivation units, spice processing units, floriculture farms, and commercial horticulture enterprises to provide hands-on industry exposure. |
| Campus Recruitment | Campus placement drives are conducted periodically based on industry requirements. Recruitment opportunities vary by college, specialization, academic performance, and market demand. Students also receive notifications for off-campus placements, internships, and government job opportunities through the university placement cell. |
| Higher Education Opportunities | A significant number of graduates pursue M.Sc. (Horticulture), MBA (Agribusiness), Ph.D., ICAR JRF/SRF, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), and other higher education programs, leading to careers in research, academia, and public sector organizations. |
Why Choose B.Sc. Horticulture (or Forestry)?
- High demand: AP’s strong horticultural produce base (mango, chillies, turmeric, oil palm, papaya, sweet orange) sustains employment demand.
- Government jobs: A dedicated Horticulture Officer and allied-post cadre exists at the state level; Forestry graduates have parallel opportunities in forest and wildlife departments.
- Growing agriculture sector: Continued government push for horticulture-based livelihoods and exports.
- Two-course flexibility: The 2026 notification lets BiPC students apply for both Horticulture and Forestry under one admission window.
- Entrepreneurship potential: Nursery, floriculture, and export ventures remain viable self-employment paths.
Scholarships
- State Scholarships: Jagananna Vidya Deevena (tuition fee reimbursement) and Jagananna Vasathi Deevena (maintenance/hostel support) for eligible AP students.
- Central Scholarships: Post-Matric Scholarship schemes for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Minority students.
- Fee Reimbursement: For SC, ST, BC, EWS, and Minority students, subject to income-ceiling norms.
- Merit Scholarships: Merit-based support, plus ICAR fellowships at PG/Ph.D. level.
(Note: NRI and Industry-sponsorship quota admissions generally fall outside standard AP fee-reimbursement schemes – confirm applicability in the information brochure.)
Hostel Facilities
- Separate Boys’ Hostel and Girls’ Hostel at YSRHU’s constituent colleges.
- Library access with academic and reference material.
- Wi-Fi/Internet connectivity on campus.
- Sports facilities.
- Laboratories for plant science, soil science, biochemistry, and related practicals.
- Research farms accessible as part of coursework.
Documents Required for Admission/Counselling
- AP EAPCET 2026 Hall Ticket & Rank Card (for EAPCET-rank category)
- Intermediate (10+2) Marks Memo and Pass Certificate
- SSC (10th) Marks Memo (date-of-birth proof)
- Transfer Certificate (TC) from last attended institution
- Study Certificates (for local status verification)
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate (for BC/SC/ST candidates)
- Income Certificate (for EWS/fee-reimbursement applicants)
- Residence/Nativity Certificate
- Passport-size photographs
- PH/NCC/Sports/CAP/Scouts & Guides certificates, if applicable
- For NRI/NRI-sponsored quota: proof of NRI sponsorship as specified in the brochure
- For Industry Sponsorship quota: sponsorship documentation as specified in the brochure
Reservation Policy
| Category | Reservation (%) |
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| Open Category (OC) | 50.00% (after earmarking reservations for all reserved categories) |
| Backward Classes (BC-A) | 7% |
| Backward Classes (BC-B) | 10% |
| Backward Classes (BC-C) | 1% |
| Backward Classes (BC-D) | 7% |
| Backward Classes (BC-E) | 4% |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 10% (for eligible OC candidates as per Government norms) |
| CAP (Children of Armed Personnel) | 2% Supernumerary |
| NCC | 1% Supernumerary |
| Sports & Games | 0.5% Supernumerary |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD/PH) | 5% Horizontal Reservation |
| Women Candidates | 33â…“% Horizontal Reservation in each category wherever applicable |
| Local / Non-Local | 85% seats reserved for Local Candidates and 15% Unreserved (Open Competition) as per the Presidential Order |
Note
- Reservations are implemented as per the latest Government of Andhra Pradesh and Dr. YSR Horticultural University admission guidelines.
- Horizontal reservations (Women, CAP, NCC, Sports, PwD) are applied within the respective vertical reservation categories.
- The university may revise reservation percentages if notified by the Government before the counselling process.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Has YSRHU released the AP B.Sc. Horticulture 2026 admission notification?
Yes. YSRHU released Admission Notification Ref. No. 3321792/Admissions/2026 on 24-07-2026, inviting applications for B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture and B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry for AY 2026-27.
2. Is NEET required for B.Sc. Horticulture?
No. AP EAPCET with a BiPC background is the applicable route for the main quota; NRI and Industry-sponsorship quotas are based on Intermediate marks instead.
3. Has the counselling schedule (dates) been released?
No. As of the notification date, YSRHU has stated that counselling dates and all further updates will be displayed only on drysrhu.ap.gov.in, with no personal communication sent to candidates.
4. Does AP B.Sc. Horticulture counselling happen through cap.apcfss.in (the same portal as B.Tech/Pharmacy)?
This is not confirmed for 2026. In past cycles, YSRHU has run its own registration and, at least for some phases, its own in-person manual counselling at its Admn. Office in Venkataramannagudem, separate from the centralized EAPCET web-counselling portal. Candidates should not assume any specific portal until YSRHU publishes the schedule.
5. Can I apply for both B.Sc. Horticulture and B.Sc. Forestry?
Both are covered under the same 2026 notification and both use AP EAPCET 2026 ranks under the Bi.P.C. stream, so interested BiPC candidates can explore both options as per the brochure’s application process.
6. What is the NRI/NRI-sponsored quota?
A separate admission category filled based on Intermediate marks (not EAPCET rank), through an offline application submitted directly to the university.
7. What is the Industry Sponsorship quota?
Another separate, offline, marks-based admission category, distinct from the regular EAPCET-rank seats.
8. Where do I get the application form?
The application form and information brochure must be downloaded from the official website, drysrhu.ap.gov.in.
9. Can MPC students apply for B.Sc. Horticulture?
No. The EAPCET-rank route requires a BiPC (Biology, Physics, Chemistry) background at the Intermediate level.
10. Is hostel available for B.Sc. Horticulture students?
Yes, separate boys’ and girls’ hostel facilities are available at YSRHU campuses, with mess and hostel fees charged separately.
11. What is the starting salary after B.Sc. Horticulture?
Reported entry-level private-sector packages have ranged roughly ₹2.5–4 LPA, while government Horticulture/Agriculture Officer posts follow state pay-scale norms.
12. Can I pursue M.Sc. after B.Sc. Horticulture?
Yes, graduates can pursue M.Sc. (Horticulture) with various specialisations at YSRHU.
13. Is fee reimbursement available for B.Sc. Horticulture?
Yes, for the regular EAPCET-rank category, eligible SC/ST/BC/EWS/Minority students can avail fee reimbursement under Government of AP schemes; this generally does not apply to NRI/Industry-sponsorship quota seats.
14. What is the last date to apply?
For the EAPCET-rank category, this depends on the (as yet unreleased) counselling schedule. For NRI and Industry Sponsorship quotas, the last date is mentioned within the downloadable application form itself — candidates must check this directly.
15. How many seats are available for B.Sc. Horticulture in AP for 2026-27?
Seat numbers are detailed in the information brochure accompanying the notification, not in the notification text itself — candidates should download this brochure for current figures.
16. Is the YSRHU B.Sc. Horticulture degree ICAR-recognised?
Yes, the curriculum follows the ICAR Deans’ Committee framework applicable to State Agricultural/Horticultural Universities.
17. What is the duration of the B.Sc. Horticulture course?
It is a 4-year (8-semester) honours programme.
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