Sir Parashurambhau College Pune M.Sc Botany: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The programme covers plant taxonomy and evolution, cell biology, plant physiology, plant ecology, genetics, molecular plant biology, mycology, phycology, and economic botany. The second year includes research methodology and a dissertation, enabling students to undertake original plant science research. Practical work includes microscopy, field excursions, and laboratory techniques in plant biology.

Ans. The total programme fee for M.Sc Botany at SP College is INR 91,940 for two years. This is a self-financed PG programme. SPPU examination fees are payable each semester separately. Laboratory and activity charges are levied each academic year and are not included in the programme fee total.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc Botany or a Bachelor’s degree with Botany as a main subject from a recognised university, with at least 45 percent aggregate. Reserved category applicants receive relaxation per Maharashtra government norms. Admission is merit-based on graduation marks and candidates awaiting final results may apply provisionally.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in agricultural research institutes, botanical surveys, forest departments, pharmaceutical companies using plant extracts, environmental consultancies, and academic teaching. Research opportunities arise through CSIR-NET, GATE Life Sciences, and DBT-JRF fellowships. M.Sc Botany also qualifies candidates for botanical garden, seed bank, and biodiversity conservation roles.

Ans. Admission is merit-based on graduation aggregate marks. The SP College application window opens in May 2026 and closes in June. A provisional merit list is published in June, followed by document verification in July. Fee payment and enrolment are completed by August. Candidates should confirm with SP College whether SPPU conducts a PG entrance test for the 2026-27 cycle.

Ans. SP College supports plant science research through equipped laboratories for microscopy, plant tissue culture, and phytochemistry. The autonomous college structure under SPPU allows research-oriented curriculum updates. Second-year dissertation projects may be conducted in collaboration with SPPU-affiliated botanical institutes and research gardens in and around Pune, giving students hands-on research experience.