The Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] in Botany at The Zamorins Guruvayurappan College [ZGC], Pokkunnu, Kozhikode, Kerala, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to the University of Calicut. Established in 1877, ZGC is a NAAC Grade A accredited government-aided institution. The programme covers plant biology, taxonomy and systematics, plant physiology, ecology, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, plant biochemistry, and environmental science. Total programme fees are INR 6,125. Admission is through Calicut University UGCAP 2026 on merit.
Calicut University UGCAP 2026 for B.Sc Botany at ZGC is underway; seat allotment is expected in June to July 2026. Candidates may register at admission.uoc.ac.in.
Key Points
- 3-year B.Sc Botany programme affiliated to the University of Calicut; NAAC Grade A accredited institution.
- Government-aided college established in 1877; one of the oldest institutions in Kozhikode, Kerala.
- Total programme fees: INR 6,125 for the 3-year course (government-regulated tuition for aided institution).
- Admission through Calicut University UGCAP 2026 (merit-based on HSE marks); no entrance exam.
- Graduates can pursue botanist and researcher in government research institutes and botanical surveys and other roles, or advance to M.Sc or equivalent postgraduate programmes.
ZGC Kozhikode Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Botany) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 2,042 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 6,125 |
- Total programme fee for the 3-year UG course at ZGC is INR 6,125 (INR 2,042 per year) as reported for the 2025-26 academic year. This is a government-regulated tuition for an aided institution under the University of Calicut.
- Additional statutory charges such as PTA fund, caution deposit, and university examination fees may apply at admission and are not included in the figure above.
- SC/ST and OBC students may apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal to offset tuition costs; verify current eligibility at scholarships.gov.in.
ZGC Kozhikode Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Botany) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| UGCAP 2026 Online Registration | May to June 2026 |
| UGCAP 2026 First Allotment | June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Document Verification and Fee Payment at ZGC | June to July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Classes 2026-27 | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Admission to UG programmes at ZGC is through the Calicut University Centralised Admission Process (UGCAP) conducted at admission.uoc.ac.in.
- Seat allotment is merit-based using Higher Secondary Examination marks; no separate entrance exam is required.
- Management-quota and sports-quota seats are filled separately by the college; contact the ZGC admissions office for details.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 45 percent marks in 10+2 as per University of Calicut reservation norms.
- Candidates should have passed 10+2 with Biology (Botany and Zoology) as a main subject along with Chemistry and Physics from a recognised board.
- No entrance exam is required; admission is entirely merit-based through UGCAP.
Admission Process
- Register on the Calicut University UGCAP portal at admission.uoc.ac.in and complete the personal and academic details form.
- Upload required documents: 10+2 mark sheet, transfer certificate, community certificate (if applicable), and identity proof.
- Select The Zamorins Guruvayurappan College (ZGC), Kozhikode, as a preferred college and indicate the desired programme.
- Seat allotment is published online; accept the allotment and pay the seat confirmation fee within the stipulated date.
- Report to ZGC with original documents for verification and pay the programme fee to complete admission.
ZGC Kozhikode Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Botany) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | As per Kerala government norms | Kerala domicile SC/ST/OBC students; apply via National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) |
| Central Sector Scholarship (CSSS) | As per central government norms | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000 per annum; apply via NSP |
| EBC/Minority Scholarship (State) | As per Kerala government norms | Economically backward and minority community students; apply via the Kerala Scholarship Portal |
| Kerala Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | As per government norms | Merit-based assistance for Kerala domicile students; apply via the Kerala Higher Education Portal |
- Government scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); eligible candidates must apply between August and November annually.
- Kerala domicile students from SC/ST and OBC categories should also check state-specific schemes through the Kerala Social Welfare Department portal (swd.kerala.gov.in).
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