PH.D IN PLANT SCIENCE Course

PhD Plant Sciences is a Doctorate Plant Science that deals with the study of plants by gaining the knowledge about plant morphology, biogeography, classification, histology, physiology, and plant pathology. The subjects taught in this discipline are genetic engineering, insect physiology etc.

Few Colleges grant admission to the students completely on the basis of the entrance test which is followed by a round of personal interview. Candidates must have passed a Master’s degree in relevant discipline pursued from a recognized university to be eligible for PhD Plant Sciences.

Syllabus

The PhD in Plant Sciences course curriculum may vary from college to college. The table below shows common subjects that are included in the PhD in Plant Sciences degree program's syllabus and subjects included in it:

Admission Process

Most colleges and institutes offering PhD in Plant Sciences courses admit students based on the entrance examinations to judge a candidate’s capability. The following are the major pathways through which PhD in Plant Sciences admissions takes place:

• Candidates who are applying for the PhD in Plant Sciences program should beforehand have their results from the respective Entrance Exams required by the selected/opted Universities.
• Applications for admissions can be availed either from the university/college website or by visiting the admissions office of the same.
• Candidates will have to fill out the required details in the application form with the documents required.
• Candidates are advised to have a look at the list of Entrance Exams applicable for PhD in Plant Sciences for various Universities.
• After clearing the entrance exam the aspirants need to appear for the personal interview round.
• Candidates should also make sure they qualify in the PhD in Plant Sciences criteria with the minimum required marks.

Eligibility Criteria

The common PhD in Plant Sciences eligibility criteria to be successfully admitted into a college offering this course is as follows:

• Candidates must hold a master’s degree in a relevant field or in an equivalent subject from a recognized university.
• Candidates should have at least 50% marks in aggregate in their master’s degree.
• Candidates should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the university/ college for the course.

Entrance Exams

Students who are applying for a PhD in Plant Sciences need to prepare for the entrance exam. The subjects that need to focus on are: chemistry, physics, biology, current affairs, etc. Here are a few familiar preparation tips candidates should follow to clear the exams of PhD in Plant Sciences course:

• Make a plan: Make a course plan that can help you in planning according to the study of the work which enables you to keep both balanced.
• Connect to the fellow students: Start connecting with those peers who can help you to reduce stress at the time of entrance.
• Interact with professors: The interaction with the professors can bring a new insight into the subjects of the course you want to pursue.
• Practice a lot: Programming and developing a lot of practice and hard work to put into to expand the horizon of the applications learning.
• Look on to Journals: Since this degree program involves a lot of research-based studies, the candidates can subscribe to weekly journals to keep updated in the fields.

FAQs

Ques. What is Plant Science?

Ans. The plant sciences deal with the study of plants by gaining knowledge of plant morphology, biogeography, classification, histology, physiology, and plant pathology.

Ques. What are some of the subjects taught in PhD in Plant Sciences degree programs?

Ans. The subjects taught under this degree are genetic engineering, plant biochemistry, plant virology, insect physiology etc.

Ques. What is the duration of PhD in Plant Sciences?

Ans. The duration of PhD in Plant Sciences degree program is 3 years.

Ques. What is the qualification criterion for PhD in Plant Sciences?

Ans. The eligibility criteria for PhD Physiology degree program is holding a master's degree in relevant subject or equivalent with at least 60% marks in aggregate.

Ques. What are the best jobs after PhD in Plant Sciences jobs?

Ans. After the completion of a PhD Plant Sciences course, you may get entry-level jobs in various sectors. Some of the popular job profiles include Lecturer, Professor, Researcher, Agronomist, Agricultural Consultant, Soil Scientist, Botanist, Food Scientist, Agriculture Manager, and more.

Ques. What is the average salary after completion of PhD in Plant Sciences?

Ans. The average salary is anything between INR 3.5 Lakhs to 4.5 Lakhs per annum.

Ques. Which is the best university in India for a PhD in Plant Sciences?

Ans. If you wish to study PhD Physiology in India, then you can choose universities and colleges such as Central University of Punjab, University of Hyderabad, Central University of Kerala, Madurai Kamaraj University etc.

Ques. What is the average annual fee for a PhD in Plant Sciences course?

Ans. The average fee charged by PhD Physiology colleges range between INR 2,000 to 5 Lakhs Per Annum. It can be higher in the case of private colleges ranging from INR 8,000 to 15,000 per annum.

Ques. Is there any delay in the admissions of PhD in Plant Sciences due to the outbreak of COVID 19?

Ans. Yes colleges have extended their admission for the course till further update, due to the spread of Covid 19.

Ques. How can I crack the entrance exam to take admission in a PhD in Plant Sciences degree course?

Ans. You have to upgrade observation & visualization; you should improve your speed and try to solve maximum mock test papers and previous year’s papers.

Ques. What are the top entrance exams for a PhD in Plant Sciences course?

Ans. RET, CSIR NET, CUCET, and PET etc.