Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University, established in 2007, focuses on education, research, and extension in horticulture. It offers courses in horticulture, provides research in areas like productivity, food safety, and post-harvest losses, and has 42 institutions across Andhra Pradesh. The university’s mandate includes developing human resources, conducting need-based research, and disseminating proven technologies to benefit farmers and the horticultural industry in the state.
| Particular | Statistics |
| Established | 26th June 2007 |
| Location | Venkataramannagudem, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh |
| Research Focus Areas | Productivity, Food Safety, Environment Protection, Export Promotion, Post-Harvest Losses, Value Addition |
| Research Stations | 19 Research Stations, 4 Krishi Vigyan Kendras |
| Affiliated Colleges | 4 Horticultural Colleges, 7 Horticulture Polytechnics, 4 Affiliated Colleges |
| Student Initiatives | Cultural, Sports, State/National Competitions, Research Activities, Student Clubs |
| Infrastructure | Modern facilities for research, hands-on training, extension activities |
| Student Support | Active campus life, competitive events, academic support, career guidance |
| Extension Services | Technology Assessment, Vocational Training, Field Demonstrations |
| Research Funding | Funded by State Government and ICAR (75% contribution) |
| Course | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
| B.Sc. (6 courses) | ₹60.8K | 10+2 with 50% |
| M.Sc. (15 courses) | ₹33.5K | Graduation with 60% |
| After 10th Diploma (3 courses) | ₹2.9K | CBSE 10th |
| UG Diploma (4 courses) | — | CBSE 12th, BIEAP |
Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University offers UG and PG courses with a merit-based admission process. UG courses, including B.Sc., have a duration of 4 years, while PG courses like M.Sc. are 2 years long.
Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University has a Placement Cell in all constituent colleges, led by a senior faculty member. The cell arranges interviews with industry representatives, banks, and fertilizer companies. It also offers coaching classes to enhance communication skills, prepare for bank exams, and develop personality traits, with expert guest faculty and motivational trainers contributing regularly.
Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University offers stipends for meritorious PG and Ph.D. students selected through the university's entrance exams. The stipends are as follows: INR 5,000/month for M.Sc. students (20 months) and INR 7,000/month for Ph.D. students (25 months). Every year, 36 PG students and 12 Ph.D. students receive this financial support from the government of Andhra Pradesh.
| Affiliate University | Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University |
| Institution Type | Public |
| Year of Establishment | 2007 |
| Total Area (In Acre) | 216 |
| Construction Area (Sq. M) | 80929 |
| Website | www.drysrhu.edu.in |
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