About the Department

The Department of Botany is one of the oldest departments of the College. It was established as an independent department with general degree course in 1956. With renowned Botanists as faculty members, the Honours Course came into reality in 1970. The main thrust area of teaching and research are Phycology, Mycology and Pathology, Bryology and Pteridology, Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, Cytogenetics, Plant tissue culture and Biotechnology, Systematic Botany and Plant Genetics. At present, 01 Associate Professor, 07 Assistant Professors and 04 State Aided College Teachers with 03 supporting laboratory attendants are working in the department. The department runs three shifts i.e. morning, day and evening with intake capacity of Honours student is 81 while it was 300 for General course. The department is enriched with ICT classrooms, well equipped laboratories, computer facilities, departmental library, museum and herbariums. Many Seminars, Webinars and Conferences are organized every year. Currently, three major research projects funded by SERB and WB-DST are ongoing in the department. About 70 research papers on different aspects have been published by the faculty members of the departments. The department has distinction in having its alumni placed at various respectable positions all over the state. Along with studies, various co-curricular and academic activities are performed by the students and staff members every year. These include, Fresher's welcome, Farewell Programme, Teachers' Day celebration, World environment day celebration, Alumni association meet, Parent teacher meet, Publications of wall magazine and Departmental magazine 'Magnolia', Student's seminars, Science Exhibitions and Quiz competitions. The department also organizes local and long excursions every year as a part of curricula. It is worth mentioning that we are actively maintaining Mentor Mentee system for the students.

1. Name of the department: BOTANY
2. Year of Establishment:
  • Department Established : 1956
  • General Course : 1956
  • Honours Course : 1970
3. Names of Programmes/ Courses offered: B.Sc. Honours.
B.Sc. General.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved Phycology
Mycology and Pathology
Bryology and Pteridology
Plant Physiology and Biochemistry
Cytogenetics
Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology
Systematic Botany
Plant Genetics
5. Annual/ semester/ choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester System as per the
University Curriculum
6. Student Intake Capacity:
  • Honours Course: 81 students
  • General Course: 300 students
7. Faculty Strength:
  • Associate Professor: 01
  • Assistant Professors: 07
  • SACT Teachers: 04
  • Laboratory Attendants: 03
8. Infrastructure: ICT Classrooms
Well-equipped Laboratories
Computer Facilities
Departmental Library
Museum and Herbariums

Faculty Profile

Dr. Amarjeet Kaur

Associate Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D.

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Dr. Sanchayita Debnath

Assistant Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D.

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Dr. Sikha Mandal

Assistant Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D., Post Doc.

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Sri Rupam Mandal

Assistant Professor

M.Sc.

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Dr. Ikbal Azahar

Assistant Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D.

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Dr. Partha Sarathi Saha

Assistant Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D., Post Doc.

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Dr. Debasis Bhunia

Assistant Professor

M.Sc., Ph.D.

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Smt. Gitasree Majumder (Goswami)

SACT - II

M.Sc.

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Dr. Rajojit Chowdhury

SACT - I

M.Sc., Ph.D.

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Miss Keya Roy

SACT - II

M.Sc.

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Dr.  Mouli Nahar

SACT - II

M.Sc.

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Courses Offered

Undergraduate Programs:
  • B.Sc. Honours in Botany (Started: 1970)
  • B.Sc. General with Botany (Started: 1956)
Program Features:
  • Three shifts: Morning, Day, and Evening
  • Student Intake: 81 Honours + 300 General
  • Research-oriented curriculum
  • Practical laboratory sessions
  • Field excursions and study tours

Syllabus

Botany syllabus as per West Bengal State University curriculum. Please check with the department office for the latest syllabus.

Major areas covered in the syllabus:

  • Phycology (Algal Studies)
  • Mycology and Plant Pathology
  • Bryology and Pteridology
  • Plant Physiology and Biochemistry
  • Cytogenetics
  • Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology
  • Systematic Botany
  • Plant Genetics

Program and Course Outcomes

Program Outcomes:
  • Comprehensive understanding of plant sciences
  • Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques
  • Ability to conduct botanical research
  • Preparation for competitive exams and higher studies
  • Development of scientific temperament
Course Outcomes:
  • Understanding of plant diversity and classification
  • Knowledge of plant physiology and biochemistry
  • Skills in plant tissue culture and biotechnology
  • Ability to identify and study various plant groups
  • Understanding of genetic principles in plants

Departmental Routine

Class schedules for all three shifts (Morning, Day, Evening) will be displayed here. Please check with the department notice board for the current academic schedule.

The department follows a semester system with regular theory classes, practical sessions, and laboratory work.

Activities

Regular Activities:
  • Fresher's Welcome Program
  • Farewell Programme for outgoing students
  • Teachers' Day Celebration
  • World Environment Day Celebration
  • Alumni Association Meet
  • Parent Teacher Meet
Academic Activities:
  • Publication of Wall Magazine
  • Publication of Departmental Magazine 'Magnolia'
  • Student Seminars and Presentations
  • Science Exhibitions
  • Quiz Competitions
  • Local and Long Excursions
  • Seminars, Webinars, and Conferences
Special Features:
  • Active Mentor-Mentee System
  • Research Project Guidance
  • Field Studies and Plant Collection Trips

Departmental Achievements

Research Achievements:
  • 70+ research papers published by faculty members
  • 3 major ongoing research projects funded by SERB and WB-DST
  • Active research in various botanical fields
Infrastructure Achievements:
  • ICT Classrooms
  • Well-equipped Laboratories
  • Computer Facilities
  • Departmental Library
  • Museum and Herbariums
Alumni Achievements:

The department has distinction in having its alumni placed at various respectable positions all over the state.

Assets

Laboratory Equipment:
  • Microscopes (Compound, Stereo, Phase Contrast)
  • Centrifuges
  • Autoclaves
  • Laminar Air Flow Chambers
  • pH Meters
  • Spectrophotometers
  • Plant Tissue Culture Equipment
Library Resources:
  • Departmental Library with specialized books
  • Research Journals and Periodicals
  • Reference Materials
Herbarium and Museum:
  • Preserved Plant Specimens
  • Plant Models and Charts
  • Botanical Collections

Student Progression

Higher Studies:
  • M.Sc. in Botany and related fields
  • M.Phil. and Ph.D. programs
  • Post-doctoral research
Career Opportunities:
  • Research Scientists
  • Botanists in research institutes
  • Teaching positions in schools and colleges
  • Environmental Consultants
  • Biotechnology firms
  • Pharmaceutical companies
  • Government sector jobs
Competitive Exams:

Preparation for various competitive examinations including NET, SET, and other recruitment exams.

WBSU Question Papers

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General Question Papers
Botany (General) Questions (WBSU)_Sem1_BOTG_2018-23 Download
Botany (General) Questions (WBSU)_Sem2_BOTG_2019-23 Download
Botany (General) Questions (WBSU)_Sem3_BOTG_2019-23 Download
Botany (General) Questions (WBSU)_Sem4_BOTG_2019-22 Download
Botany (General) Questions (WBSU)_Sem5_BOTG_2020-23_Stamp Download
Honours Question Papers
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem1_BOTA_2018-23_Library Download
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem2_BOTA_2018-22_Library Download
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem3_BOTA_2019-23_Library Download
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem4_BOTA_2019-22_Library Download
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem5_BOTA_2020-23_Library Download
Botany (Hons) Questions (WBSU)_Sem6_BOTA_2020-22_Library Download