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M. Sc. (Forestry)

M. Sc. Forestry is the 2 year post graduate program that is art and science of tree resources including plantation and natural stands. It is an independent scientific branch which deals with practical and theoretical aspects of various aspects of forestry with its proper management. Those with a bachelor"s degree and master"s degree in forestry can apply to the state government as well as to the central government through the Indian Forest Service (IFS) examination.

M. Sc. Forestry Eligibility

Eligibility criteria for the M. Sc. Forestry are given below:

  • Graduation with B. Sc. Forestry with 50% marks.

M. Sc. Forestry Course Fees

M. Sc. Forestry fee structure is given below of session 2020-21

SN Particulars Sem-I Sem-II Sem-III Sem-IV
1 Admission & Uniform Fees INR 19,500/- - - -
2 Tuition Fees INR 25,000/- INR 25,000/- INR 25,000/- INR 25,000/-
Payable Amount INR 44,500/- INR 25,000/- INR 25,000/- INR 25,000/-

M. Sc. Forestry Career

After completing the M. Sc. forestry you are eligible to apply in some of the following streams are given below:-

  • Entomologist:-  Entomologist is a scientist who studies pests. Entomologists also study urban pests, forest pests, agricultural pests, and medical and veterinary pests and their control. These scientists can accompany beneficial insects such as honey, silkworms, ladybird beetles and parasitic wasps.
  • Ethologist:- Ethology is the study of the behavior of animals. As a subset of zoology, ethics examines animal aggression, mating habits, and processes such as signaling. Ethologists use both laboratory and field science methods.
  • Silviculturalists:- Silviculturalists are those who care for our trees, in particular, the trees of our forests. They plan to control forest regeneration, structure, development, and quality. Specially trained in identifying diseases and pests, they help to keep trees healthy and growing on our planet.
  • Zoo curators: -  The curators must coordinate and manage all aspects of the care of the animals for which they are responsible. Their duties may include the acquisition of animals from other zoos or wilds, monitoring breeding activities and educating the general public.

M. Sc. Forestry scope

M. Sc. Forestry in specializations such as Forest Management, Commercial Forestry, Forest Economics, Wood Science and Technology, Wildlife Science, and Veterinary Science requires B. Sc. Forestry or a graduate degree in related fields. Post-graduates for Forestry or related Master programs may go for PhD. Students can build their career in various organisations in the private and Govt sector with great salary packages.

Ask & Answer

What is the scope after M.Sc. Forestry?
M.Sc. Forestry scope is vast worldwide as the public sectors are welcome new graduates where they have an excellent salary package and job safety. The job sector includes work in
  • Zoological parks
  • Wildlife Ranges
  • Timbering
  • Wildlife Research Institutes
  • ICFRE
What is eligibility for M.Sc. Forestry?
Candidate must have a degree in Bachelor of Science with Forestry from a recognized institute. Satisfying the eligibility criteria is compulsory before undergoing the admission procedure.
How to get admission in M.Sc. Forestry?
To get admission in M.Sc. Forestry, candidate need to fulfill the eligibility criteria that is a bachelor degree in science. After that candidates can apply for the entrance exam of AGI CET or directly take admission to Alpine Institute through management seats.
What are the jobs after M. Sc. Forestry?

These are the job profiles you can apply after M. Sc. forestry are given below:

  • Educational Institutions
  • Seed and Nursery Companies
  • Forest Services
  • Food Companies
  • Land Management Agencies
  • Plant Health Inspection Services
  • Plant Resources Laboratories
  • Biotechnology Firms
What are the subjects in M.Sc. Forestry?
M.Sc. Forestry is a 2 years course of post-graduation. The subjects are related to seed technology, silviculture, tree physiology, agro-forestry, tree genetics, tree breeding, tree tissue culture, forest management, wood science, wildlife, etc.

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