B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry

B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry is a 4-year program offered by Department of Forestry. The Forestry Program is an academic and professional field focused on the management, conservation, and sustainable use of forests and natural resources.

Program Highlights
B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry
Eight-Semester Undergraduate Degree | Choice Based Credit System (CBCS)

1. The B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry is an eight-semester undergraduate program designed under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) framework, aimed at holistic forestry education integrating theoretical knowledge and practical training.
2. The program structure comprises Core Courses, Ability Enhancement Compulsory Courses (AECC), Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC), and Elective Courses, spread across all semesters, accumulating to a total of 174 credits.
3. Courses combine theory and practical components, ensuring students receive applied exposure alongside foundational knowledge.
4. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary electives, allowing students to opt for courses from other departments within the School of Agriculture.
5. Experiential Learning Modules in Semesters V, VI, and VII provide hands-on training in areas such as:
   
   • Plantation forestry and nursery management
   • High-value forest product processing
   • Ecotourism and wildlife health
   • Forest inventory, mapping, and restoration
   • Socio-economic and village-level field surveys
   
   
6. A dedicated Semester VII under the Student READY (Rural and Experiential Awareness Development for Youth) program ensures immersive fieldwork including:
   
   • Forest Range Training (10 credits)
   • Industrial Placement (4 credits)
   • Socio-economic survey and village attachment (4 credits)
   • Skill modules in weapon training, first aid, and reporting
   
   
7. The final semester (VIII) culminates in an in-depth Project Work & Dissertation (10 credits), alongside advanced courses in Forest Biotechnology, Inventory & Yield Prediction, and Agroforestry System Management.
8. Additional non-credit components such as NCC/NSS, national tours, and technical presentations are integrated to enhance leadership, discipline, and exposure.
9. The program is updated as per the latest academic regulations (2021 onwards) to meet current ecological, industrial, and research demands in forestry and allied sectors.
10. Graduates are prepared for roles in forest services, research institutions, NGOs, agroforestry consultancies, and industries such as timber, paper, and plantation enterprises.

After completing a B.Sc. (Hons) in Forestry, students can explore job opportunities in forest departments, NGOs, and industries linked to forest products. Companies like Wimco Seedlings, Star Paper Mills, and ITC often hire forestry graduates for roles in plantation management, nursery operations, and sustainable sourcing. Many also prepare for government exams or take up roles in environmental consultancies and forest-based enterprises. Those aiming for government services like the Indian Forest Service (IFS) and State Forest Services (SFS) find a definite edge through these courses.