Hello there,

To pursue an M.Sc. in Genetics at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), you need to appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) Postgraduate (PG) examination. The specific subject requirements for the CUET PG exam depend on the program you are applying for.

Mandatory Subject for M.Sc. Genetics:

• Life Sciences : This subject is typically required for admission to M.Sc. Genetics programs. It encompasses topics such as genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology.

Additional Requirements:

• Minimum Eligibility : A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 50% marks.

• Program-Specific Eligibility : Some programs may have additional specific eligibility criteria, so it's essential to check the detailed requirements for the M.Sc. Genetics program at BHU.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to the official BHU admission guidelines or contact the admissions office directly.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hello Krishna,

Based on your expected score and category, here's a realistic assessment of your chances for B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany admission into Delhi University (DU) :

Key Points:

• You belong to the SC category , which has relatively lower cutoffs compared to General category.

• Your Biology score is 250/250 , which is excellent and strengthens your subject-specific merit.

• Your overall CUET-UG score is expected to be 300–350 out of 750 , which is moderate.

Admission Chances in DU:

• South Campus Colleges (like Venky, ARSD, Dyal Singh, etc.) :

  • These are moderately competitive. SC cutoffs for B.Sc. Botany (Hons.) in such colleges usually range from 330–420 marks (CUET score).

  • With 300–350 marks , you may have low to moderate chances , especially if the cutoff stays high.
    
    

• Off-Campus Colleges (like Bhim Rao Ambedkar, Shaheed Rajguru, Aditi Mahavidyalaya, etc.) :

  • These have slightly lower cutoffs .

  • Your chances are moderate to good , especially where weightage is given more to the subject score (Biology) and less to overall CUET total.

Suggestion:

• Apply widely to both South Campus and Off-Campus DU colleges.

• Keep backup options ready in case your preferred college cutoffs are higher than expected.

• Track DU CSAS portal updates closely after results.

Conclusion:
You have a fair chance of getting B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany in Off-Campus DU colleges and possibly some South Campus colleges , depending on the final cutoff trends for SC category in 2025. Your perfect score in Biology will help significantly.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, feel free to share your questions with us, and we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.

Hi aspirant,

1. The fee structure for an M.Sc. in Botany varies greatly depending on the institution, ranging from around 4,440 to 2.36 lakhs for the whole two-year program.
2. Government universities typically charge lesser fees, ranging from a few thousand to approximately 31,000.
3. Private universities, on the other hand, typically charge higher tuition fees, ranging from 54,000 to more than 2 lakhs for the entire degree.

For particular fee information , go to the official website or contact the universities of your choice .

M.Sc. in Botany

You can also refer to the link given above for more information on the same.

All the best!

Hii,

You have a lot of options after earning a bachelor's degree in botany! To learn more and land a better job, you can pursue a Master's (MSc) in Environmental Science, Biotechnology, or Botany. Try getting a PhD if you enjoy doing research. To become a teacher, you can also pursue a BEd.

For employment, research government examinations for positions such as lab technician or forest officer. Short courses in data analysis, agriculture, or horticulture can also be beneficial. Pick your passion: fieldwork, teaching, or research!

Hii,

Students pursuing a B.Sc. in Botany have numerous career options with the government. They can manage forests and wildlife in the Forest Department as rangers or forest officers. Enhancing crop production is the focus of jobs in agriculture departments. As junior scientists, they can join research institutes or botanical surveys.

After completing additional coursework, another option is to teach in government schools or colleges. Tests such as the UPSC IFS, SSC, or state PSC facilitate entry into these positions. Certain jobs require additional training or exams.