Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Botany) at Prabhat Kumar College, Contai is a 4-year undergraduate programme offered under the Multidisciplinary (Life Sciences) stream as per NEP 2020, affiliated to Vidyasagar University. The course covers core Botany topics alongside allied subjects such as Zoology, Physiology, Nutrition, and Anthropology, providing a comprehensive life sciences foundation. The total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 17,600 (Rs. 2,200 per semester x 8 semesters), making it one of the most affordable science programmes in the region. Admission is merit-based with no entrance exam, and the course is offered in full-time on-campus mode. The programme is popular among students from Purba Medinipur and surrounding districts due to its low fees, experienced faculty, and the college's strong academic reputation since its establishment in 1926.

Admissions for the academic session 2026-27 are expected to open tentatively in June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule (2025-26 applications were accepted from June-July 2025). The merit list for 2025-26 was published in July 2025, followed by counselling-cum-admission in late July/August 2025. Students are advised to monitor the official admission portal at admission.pkcollegecontai.ac.in for exact dates.

Key Points

The college is NAAC accredited and affiliated to Vidyasagar University, offering both B.Sc Honours and General (Multidisciplinary) programmes in Botany.
Under NEP 2020, the B.Sc (Life Sciences) multidisciplinary programme allows students to study Botany alongside Zoology, Physiology, Nutrition, and Anthropology.
The B.Sc Honours in Botany requires a minimum of 240 marks (best of four) with Biology 60 in Higher Secondary.
The college has well-equipped laboratories for Botany practical sessions, including facilities for plant taxonomy, ecology, and molecular biology.
Both Boys and Girls hostels are available on campus at affordable rates.
Students completing B.Sc Honours in Botany can pursue M.Sc. in Botany at Vidyasagar University or other universities.

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Prabhat Kumar College B.Sc Botany Fees

The B.Sc (Botany) programme at Prabhat Kumar College is highly affordable, with a per-semester fee of Rs. 2,200 for the Life Sciences (General/Multidisciplinary) stream. The total course fee over 4 years (8 semesters) amounts to Rs. 17,600, excluding hostel charges. For the B.Sc Honours in Botany, the per-semester fee is Rs. 2,370 as per the 2024-25 fee structure. No additional development fee is charged for Botany.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Semester)	Total (8 Semesters)
Tuition Fees (General/Life Sciences)	Rs. 2,200	Rs. 17,600
Tuition Fees (Honours in Botany)	Rs. 2,370	Rs. 18,960
Development Fee (Botany)	Nil	Nil
Hostel Rent (Optional)	Rs. 400/month (approx. Rs. 2,400/sem)	Rs. 19,200 (if availed)
Hostel Admission Fee (One-time)	Rs. 200	Rs. 200
Total Fees - General (Without Hostel)	Rs. 2,200	Rs. 17,600
Total Fees - Honours (Without Hostel)	Rs. 2,370	Rs. 18,960

Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for the course.
Hostel rent is Rs. 400 per month with a one-time admission fee of Rs. 200.
University examination fees are charged separately before each semester examination.
No EMI or instalment facility is officially mentioned; fees are collected semester-wise.
All categories (General/SC/ST/OBC) pay the same fee structure.

Prabhat Kumar College B.Sc Botany Admission 2026

Admissions to B.Sc (Botany) at Prabhat Kumar College are merit-based and conducted entirely online through the college's official admission portal. The process for 2025-26 was completed between June and August 2025. For 2026-27, admissions are expected to follow a similar timeline starting June 2026. Applications are free of charge (no application fee).

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Online Application Start	June 2026
Online Application Last Date	July 15, 2026
Provisional Merit List Publication	July 20, 2026
Counselling-cum-Admission	July 25 - August 5, 2026
Special Chance Registration (if any)	August 2026
Batch Commencement	August/September 2026

Accepted Exam Dates

No entrance exam is required for admission to B.Sc (Botany) at Prabhat Kumar College. Admission is purely merit-based on Higher Secondary (Class 12) marks. WBJEE scores are not applicable for this programme.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have passed the Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognised board with Bio-Science subjects (Biology/Botany/Zoology).
For the General/Multidisciplinary (Life Sciences) stream: minimum 50% aggregate marks in the best five subjects with Bio-Science subjects at the Higher Secondary level.
For B.Sc Honours in Botany: minimum 240 marks (best of four) with Biology 60 in Higher Secondary.

Admission Process:

Register on the official admission portal at admission.pkcollegecontai.ac.in.
Fill in the online application form and upload required documents (HS marksheet, admit card, Madhyamik certificate, Aadhaar card, caste certificate if applicable) in PDF format (within 200 KB each).
Upload a scanned colour photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG format.
Submit the form online (no physical submission required before admission).
Check the merit list published on the portal and report for counselling-cum-admission on the scheduled date.
Pay the admission fee online after seat allotment to confirm enrolment.

Prabhat Kumar College B.Sc Botany Scholarships 2026

Prabhat Kumar College students have access to several government-funded scholarships that can significantly offset the cost of education. The most prominent is the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM), which provides up to Rs. 18,000-24,000 per year to eligible students. Given the low annual fees of the programme, scholarship recipients can effectively study at near-zero cost.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Amount	Eligibility
Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM)	Rs. 18,000 - Rs. 24,000 per year	Scored above 60% in HS for initial application; above 50% for renewal; family income criteria apply
Aikyashree Scholarship	Varies	Minority community students
Kanyashree Scholarship (K2)	Rs. 25,000 (one-time)	Unmarried girls aged 18+; enrolled in higher education
SC/ST/OBC Scholarship (State Government)	Varies	SC/ST/OBC-A/OBC-B category students
Nabanna Scholarship	Varies	Economically weaker students; state government scheme

SVMCM scholarship applications are submitted through the official West Bengal government portal (svmcm.wbhed.gov.in).
Kanyashree K2 benefit is available to eligible female students upon enrolment in higher education.
SC/ST/OBC students should apply through the WB e-District portal for post-matric scholarships.
The college facilitates scholarship applications and provides guidance to students.
Scholarship amounts and eligibility criteria are subject to revision by the respective government authorities.

Prabhat Kumar College B.Sc Botany FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for admission to B.Sc (Botany) at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. No, there is no entrance exam. Admission is purely merit-based on Higher Secondary (Class 12) marks. The college prepares a merit list based on marks in Biology and aggregate scores, and students are called for counselling accordingly.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Sc (Life Sciences) and B.Sc Honours in Botany at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. B.Sc (Life Sciences) is a multidisciplinary programme under NEP 2020 where students study Botany alongside Zoology, Physiology, Nutrition, and Anthropology. B.Sc Honours in Botany is a single-major programme with a deeper focus on Botany. The Honours programme requires a minimum of 240 marks (best of four) with Biology 60 in HS, while the General stream requires 50% aggregate in best five with Bio-Science subjects.

Ques. What career options are available after B.Sc Botany from Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. After completing B.Sc Botany, students can pursue M.Sc. in Botany at Vidyasagar University or other universities, appear for competitive exams like CSIR-NET (Life Sciences), GATE (Life Sciences), or state-level PSC exams. Career options include roles in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, pharmaceutical companies, research institutions, and teaching. Students can also pursue B.Ed. to enter the teaching profession.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc Botany students?

Ans. Yes, the college has both Boys and Girls hostels on campus. The hostel rent is Rs. 400 per month with a one-time admission fee of Rs. 200. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for the course.

Ques. What scholarships can a B.Sc Botany student avail at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. Students can avail the Swami Vivekananda Merit cum Means Scholarship (SVMCM) worth Rs. 18,000-24,000 per year if they score above 60% in HS. Female students can benefit from the Kanyashree K2 scheme. Minority students can apply for Aikyashree, and SC/ST/OBC students can apply for state post-matric scholarships. Given the low annual fees, scholarship recipients can effectively cover most or all of their education costs.

Ques. Can students from Arts or Commerce background apply for B.Sc Botany at Prabhat Kumar College?

Ans. No. Admission to B.Sc (Botany) requires candidates to have studied Bio-Science subjects (Biology/Botany/Zoology) at the Higher Secondary level. Students from Arts or Commerce backgrounds are not eligible for this programme.