Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU), Karnal

Haryana
Fees: ₹46,300 (M.Sc.) to ₹79,660 (B.Sc. Hons.) for total program duration.
Average Package: 4.0 LPA
Highest Package: 12 LPA

About Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU), Karnal

Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU), Karnal, was established in 2016 by the Government of Haryana. It is a specialized university dedicated to education, research, and extension activities in horticultural sciences. The university operates from its main campus at Uchani, Karnal, and maintains several regional research stations across Haryana to address climate-specific horticultural challenges.

Admission Process

Admission to UG programs (B.Sc.) is via CUET-UG. PG (M.Sc.) and Doctorate (Ph.D.) admissions are based on the Common Entrance Test (CET) conducted by CCSHAU, Hisar. Final selection is done through merit-based counseling.

Cutoffs

CUET-UG: Usually 85+ percentile for General Category. PG Entrance: Minimum 50% qualifying marks (47.5% for SC/ST).

Rankings & Recognition

Recognized as a leading emerging State Horticultural University in India by ICAR and UGC.

Top Recruiters & Placements

IFFCO,National Seeds Corporation,Bayer CropScience,Syngenta,Mother Dairy,Reliance Retail (Agri),ICAR Institutions,State Agriculture Departments

Scholarships

NSP (PM-USP) Yojana offering ₹82,000 per annum; National Scholarship for PG Studies; University Merit Scholarship for top 25% of students.

Student Life & Campus

Life at MHU is heavily focused on field research and practical orchard management. Students participate in annual sports meets, horticultural fests, and skill-building workshops in post-harvest technology and floriculture.

Facilities

Horticulture Training Institute (HTI) Campus,Advanced Plant Pathology Labs,Greenhouse & Polyhouse Structures,Model Fruit Orchards,Digital Library with Agricultural Database,Boys & Girls Hostels,Research Stations (Ambala, Jind, Jhajjar),Mushroom Research Center (Murthal),Cold Chain & Post-Harvest Labs

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

Which entrance exam is required for B.Sc. Horticulture at MHU?

Admission to the B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture program is primarily based on the CUET-UG scores.

Does MHU provide financial aid to students?

Yes, MHU offers merit scholarships (₹1200 for girls and ₹800 for boys) and facilitates National Scholarship Portal (NSP) schemes like PM-USP.

Courses & Fees

  • Horticulture - 79,660 (Total 4 Years)
  • Fruit Science - 46,300 (Total 2 Years)
  • Vegetable Science - 46,300 (Total 2 Years)
  • Floriculture and Landscape Architecture - 46,300 (Total 2 Years)
  • Fruit Science - 76,865 (Total 3 Years)
  • Vegetable Science - 76,865 (Total 3 Years)

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Pros

  • Specialized focus on high-value horticulture crops
  • Strong government backing and ICAR-aligned curriculum
  • Extremely affordable fee structure
  • Excellent practical exposure at regional research stations

Cons

  • Infrastructure development is still in progress at the main campus
  • Limited boy's hostel seats currently available
  • Academic load can be heavy due to extensive field work

Notifications & Updates

  • Recruitment 2026: Applications for 30+ Teaching & Officer Posts (2026-03-02)
  • CUET-UG 2026 Registration Notice for Horticulture Courses (2026-02-27)

Location

Horticulture Training Institute Campus, Uchani, Karnal, Haryana - 132001, India

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-7015998915

Email: infomhu.hry@gmail.com

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