Where can I download the DSSSB SO Horticulture syllabus PDF?

The syllabus can be downloaded from the official DSSSB website (https://dsssb.delhi.gov.in) or the latest notification PDF.

What is the weightage of the Horticulture subject in the exam?

The subject-related paper carries 100 marks in Tier 1 and 150 marks in Tier 2, making it the most crucial part of the exam.

Is there negative marking in the DSSSB SO Horticulture exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in both Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams.

What are the key subjects covered in the DSSSB SO Horticulture section?

The Horticulture syllabus covers Plant Pathology, Crop Physiology, Plant Breeding, Soil Science, Agronomy, Seed Technology, and Environmental Studies, among others.

How many sections are there in the DSSSB SO Horticulture exam?

The exam consists of two tiers: Tier 1: General subjects + Qualification-related topics. Tier 2: Advanced Horticulture topics + English Comprehension.

DSSSB Section Officer Syllabus 2025, Check Exam Pattern

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The Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) is about to conduct the Section Officer (Horticulture) Exam to fill 108 vacancies in departments like Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). With the exam dates scheduled for 16th, 17th, 21st, and 22nd April 2025, candidates must strategize their preparation effectively. And no preparation can begin without the knowledge of the syllabus. Hence, this comprehensive article will cover the latest DSSSB SO Horticulture Syllabus 2025, exam pattern, marking scheme, and preparation tips to help you ace the exam.

DSSSB Section Officer Exam Pattern 2025

Before understanding the exam syllabus and we need to get a good idea of the exam pattern, so that we can strategize our preparations. The DSSSB Section Officer Horticulture Exam 2025 follows a two-tier selection process consisting of Tier 1 and Tier 2 exams. The Tier 1 exam serves as a screening test, while Tier 2 is the main selection round. Both exams include objective-type questions, with Tier 2 focusing more on horticulture-specific topics. A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for incorrect answers. The total duration for each exam is 2 hours. Below is the detailed exam pattern:

DSSSB Section Officer Exam Pattern 2025
Tier	Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration
Tier 1	General Awareness	20	20	2 Hours
	General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability	20	20
	Arithmetical & Numerical Ability	20	20
	Hindi Language & Comprehension	20	20
	English Language & Comprehension	20	20
	Subject-Specific (Horticulture)	100	100
Total		200	200
Tier 2	Subject-Specific (Horticulture)	150	150	2 Hours
Tier 2	English Language & Comprehension	50	50
Total		200	200
Negative Marking		Yes (-0.25 per wrong answer)

DSSSB Section Officer Syllabus 2025

The DSSSB Section Officer Horticulture Syllabus 2025 comprehensively evaluates candidates across general subjects and specialized horticulture knowledge. The DSSSB Section Officer syllabus spans fruit/vegetable production, floriculture, plant pathology, soil science, post-harvest technology, and modern practices like greenhouse cultivation. Candidates must master both theoretical concepts and practical applications, with emphasis on Delhi’s horticultural needs. Here is the detailed syllabus for DSSSB SO Horticulture:

DSSSB Section Officer Syllabus Section A
Subjects	Marks	Syllabus Topics
General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability	20	Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning Analogies, Similarities & Differences Space Visualization & Problem Solving Analysis, Judgment & Decision Making Visual Memory & Discrimination Observation & Relationship Concepts Arithmetical Reasoning & Number Series Verbal & Figure Classification
General Awareness	20	Current Events & General Awareness History, Polity & Constitution Sports & Art & Culture Geography & Economics Everyday Science & Scientific Research National & International Organizations
Arithmetical & Numerical Ability	20	Number Systems (Simplification, Decimals, Fractions) LCM, HCF, Ratio & Proportion Percentage, Average, Profit & Loss Discount, Simple & Compound Interest Mensuration, Time & Work, Time & Distance Data Interpretation (Tables & Graphs)
English Language & Comprehension	20	Vocabulary & Grammar Sentence Structure & Synonyms Antonyms & Correct Usage Reading Comprehension
Hindi Language & Comprehension	20	Vocabulary & Grammar Sentence Structure & Synonyms Antonyms & Correct Usage Reading Comprehension

DSSSB Section Officer Syllabus Section B
Category	Marks	Topics Covered
Core Agricultural & Horticultural Sciences	100	Introduction to Agro-Meteorology and Climate Change Fundamentals of Agronomy Agricultural Heritage Fundamentals of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology Introductory Biology Introduction to Forestry Fundamentals of Soil Science Fundamentals of Crop Physiology Fundamentals of Plant Pathology Fundamentals of Horticulture
Crop Production & Management		Crop Production Technology Production Technology of Vegetables and Spices Production Technology for Ornamental Crops, MAP, and Landscaping Production Technology for Fruits and Plantation Crops Farming System and Sustainable Agriculture Principles of Seed Technology Principles of Organic Farming Rainfed Agriculture and Watershed Management Weed Management
Soil, Fertilizer & Pest Management		Manures, Fertilizers, and Soil Fertility Management Agricultural Waste Management Problematic Soils and Their Management Pests of Crops and Stored Grains and Their Management Crop Improvement Introduction to Nematology Diseases of Field Crops and Horticultural Crops and Their Management
Agricultural Engineering & Technology		Introductory Soil and Water Conservation Engineering Farm Machinery and Power Renewable Energy and Green Technology Agricultural Informatics Geoinformatics and Nanotechnology for Precision Farming Protected Cultivation and Secondary Agriculture Environmental Studies and Disaster Management Statistical Methods
Agribusiness & Rural Development		Agricultural Finance and Cooperation Agricultural Marketing, Trade, and Prices Farm Management, Production, and Resource Economics Rural Sociology and Educational Psychology Farming System and Sustainable Agriculture Management of Beneficial Insects Livestock and Poultry Management
Food Science & Post-Harvest Management		Basics of Food Safety and Nutrition Post-Harvest Management and Value Addition of Fruits and Vegetables Basis of Food Safety and Nutrition Agricultural Extension Education Fundamental of Genetics Agricultural Microbiology Agricultural Informatics