St Xavier's Ahmedabad M.Sc Botany: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Ahmedabad, affiliated to Gujarat University, offers a 2-year full-time Master of Science in Botany as a self-financed programme. Established in 1982, the Botany department is known for its expertise in Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, Medicinal Botany, Remote Sensing, and Mycology, and offers a rich learning environment supported by a Herbarium, over 3,000 books and journals, and a collection of seeds and wood samples. The programme has a total intake of 30 seats, with fees of Rs. 25,950 per semester (total Rs. 1,03,800 for 4 semesters), and is conducted in the Noon shift (11:10 am to 5:45 pm). The course is popular among students seeking careers in plant sciences, research, environmental consultancy, and academia, and benefits from the department's strong extension linkages with tribal and other communities for ethnobotanical, agricultural, and taxonomic projects.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are expected to open tentatively in May-June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule (2025-26 admissions opened in June 2025). The application process is conducted online through the SXCA admissions portal (admissions.sxca.edu.in). Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the exact dates and registration deadlines.

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The department has a well-maintained Herbarium and a collection of seeds and wood samples, providing hands-on research exposure.
Faculty have active extension linkages with tribal communities for ethnobotanical, agricultural, landscaping, and taxonomic projects, giving students real-world fieldwork opportunities.
The programme is conducted in the Noon shift (11:10 am to 5:45 pm), which is convenient for students who may have morning commitments.
The college is NAAC A+ accredited (CGPA 3.27, 4th Cycle) and has been ranked among the top science colleges in India by India Today (Science - 34) and The Outlook-ICARE (Science - 22).
Students have access to a rich library of over 3,000 books and journals specific to the Botany department.

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13 May, 2026 St Xavier's Ahmedabad M.Sc Botany Fee Structure 2026-27 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.01 Lakhs.

SXCA M.Sc Botany Fees

The M.Sc. Botany programme at St. Xavier's College is a self-financed course with a per-semester fee of Rs. 25,950. The total programme fee across 4 semesters amounts to Rs. 1,03,800. The fee structure is transparent and component-wise, with Academic Fees forming the largest component. Additional one-time charges such as Registration Fee and Alumni Fee are applicable only for non-Xavierite students in Semester I.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Semester (Rs.)	Total (4 Semesters) (Rs.)
Academic Fees	18,000	72,000
Registration Fee	350	350 (Sem I only, non-Xavierites)
Examination Fees	3,500	14,000
Miscellaneous Fees	500	2,000
Library	1,000	4,000
Administrative Charges	500	2,000
Alumni Fees	500	500 (Sem I only, non-Xavierites)
Society Fees	1,600	6,400
Total Fees	25,950	1,03,800

Registration Fee and Alumni Fee are applicable only for non-Xavierite students in Semester I.
Placement fee will be added in Semester III.
Convocation fee (Rs. 260) to be paid directly to Gujarat University Online, and Graduation Day ceremony (Consolidated Mark sheet) fees of Rs. 750 will be added in Semester IV.
Cancelling admission before the specified date incurs a deduction of Rs. 1,000.
After the deadline, a deduction of Rs. 5,000 applies.
Fees are subject to revision upwards in forthcoming years after due approval from the competent authority.
Hostel fees are optional and not mandatory.
Men's Hostel: Rs. 10,000 per semester (boarding and lodging) + Rs. 3,000 deposit + Rs. 200 admission form = Rs. 13,200 per semester; Mess fees: Rs. 2,600 per month (paid separately).
Ladies' Hostel: Rs. 4,000 per month + Rs. 2,600 mess fees per month + Rs. 1,800 maintenance charges.

SXCA M.Sc Botany Admission 2026

Admissions to M.Sc. Botany at St. Xavier's College are merit-based, conducted through the SXCA online admissions portal. The 2025-26 admissions were processed in June 2025, and the 2026-27 cycle is expected to follow a similar timeline. Candidates must apply online, and shortlisted students are called for the admission process. The college does not conduct a separate entrance exam for M.Sc. Botany; admission is based on merit in the qualifying examination.

Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Online Application Opens	May 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	June 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List / Admission Notification	June 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement (Sem I)	July 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
Gujarat PGCET 2026	Registration Start	June 3, 2026 (Tentative)
Gujarat PGCET 2026	Registration End	June 18, 2026 (Tentative)
Gujarat PGCET 2026	Exam Date	July 5-6, 2026 (Tentative)
Gujarat PGCET 2026	Result	July 15, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: St. Xavier's College conducts its own merit-based admission process and does not mandate Gujarat PGCET for M.Sc. Botany. However, students may appear in Gujarat PGCET for admission to other Gujarat University-affiliated colleges offering M.Sc. Botany.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed B.Sc. with Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences from a recognized university.
A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is generally required (as per Gujarat University norms).
Students from Gujarat University as well as other recognized universities are eligible to apply.

Admission Process

Register and apply online at admissions.sxca.edu.in during the application window.
Upload required documents including mark sheets of qualifying examination, identity proof, and passport-size photograph.
Merit list is prepared based on aggregate marks in the qualifying B.Sc. examination.
Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification and fee payment.
Final admission is confirmed upon payment of fees within the stipulated deadline.

SXCA M.Sc Botany Scholarships 2026

St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad actively supports students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds through a combination of government scholarships and management-funded financial aid. The college disbursed over Rs. 4 lakh in financial aid to approximately 29 students in the last academic year. Students enrolled in self-financed programmes like M.Sc. Botany can approach the SF Office (Ground Floor, XICA Building) for assistance with scholarship applications.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Aid	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit	How to Apply
SXCA Management Financial Aid	Financially disadvantaged students	Variable (covers tuition, books, transport, mess, hostel)	Apply through SF Office, XICA Building
Post Matric Scholarship (State Government - Gujarat)	SC/ST/OBC students	Covers tuition and other fees	Apply via Gujarat government scholarship portal
Central Sector Scholarship (MHRD)	Merit-cum-means (top 20 percentile in 12th, family income below Rs. 8 lakh)	Rs. 10,000 per annum (PG)	Apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Minority Scholarship (Central Government)	Minority community students (Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, Parsi)	Variable	Apply via National Scholarship Portal
Merit-based Prizes (SXCA)	Academic, sports, research, social service, cultural excellence	Variable prizes	Awarded by college at annual prize distribution

Government scholarships are credited directly to students' bank accounts upon approval.
Management financial aid can cover tuition, textbooks, transportation (bus passes), mess bills, and hostel fees.
Students are advised to apply for government scholarships early in the academic year as deadlines are typically in October-November.
For scholarship-related queries, contact the SF Office (Ground Floor, XICA Building).

SXCA M.Sc Botany FAQs

Ques. Does St. Xavier's College conduct an entrance exam for M.Sc. Botany admission?

Ans. No, St. Xavier's College does not conduct a separate entrance exam for M.Sc. Botany. Admission is based on merit in the qualifying B.Sc. examination. However, some other PG science programmes at SXCA (like M.Sc. Biochemistry, Biotechnology, AI, BDA) do have an online entrance test. For M.Sc. Botany, only the merit list based on B.Sc. marks is used for shortlisting.

Ques. Is the M.Sc. Botany programme at SXCA affiliated to Gujarat University? Will the degree be from Gujarat University?

Ans. Yes, St. Xavier's College is an autonomous institution affiliated to Gujarat University. The M.Sc. Botany degree will be awarded by Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, which is widely recognized across India for higher education and research purposes.

Ques. What are the career options after completing M.Sc. Botany from St. Xavier's College?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in plant research, environmental consultancy, forest departments, pharmaceutical companies (plant-based drug research), agriculture, horticulture, and teaching. Many students also go on to pursue Ph.D. programmes in Botany or related life sciences. The department's strong links with tribal communities and research institutions also open doors in ethnobotany and biodiversity conservation.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for M.Sc. Botany students at SXCA?

Ans. No, hostel accommodation is not guaranteed. The Men's Hostel has 168 total seats for all UG and PG students, with only 40 new admissions per year. The Ladies' Hostel has 144 seats primarily for UG students, with PG students accommodated only if seats are available. Admission to the hostel is at the sole discretion of the management and is prioritized for students from rural areas and economically backward classes.

Ques. What is the class timing for M.Sc. Botany at SXCA?

Ans. M.Sc. Botany is conducted in the Noon shift, with classes from 11:10 am to 5:45 pm. This is different from some other PG science programmes at SXCA that run in the Morning shift.

Ques. Can students from outside Gujarat or from other universities apply for M.Sc. Botany at SXCA?

Ans. Yes, students from other universities (outside Gujarat University) are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the eligibility criteria of having a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences with the required percentage. However, non-Xavierite students (those who did not complete their B.Sc. from SXCA) will be charged Registration Fee and Alumni Fee in Semester I, which are waived for Xavierite students.

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