Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] {Hons.} (Botany) at Sacred Heart College - [SHC], Kochi is a 4-year undergraduate honours programme (FYUGP) offered under the Department of Botany, affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. The programme is offered under the Aided category at the Main Campus with 40 seats, and the total annual fee is Rs. 12,714 (aided rates for 2026-27). Admission is merit-based through the college's online registration process, with no mandatory national entrance exam. The course covers plant biology, ecology, plant physiology, genetics, biotechnology, and environmental science, making graduates well-suited for careers in research, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and environmental management.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are expected to open tentatively in May 2026, based on the 2025-26 schedule. The 2025-26 admission cycle commenced on 21st May 2025 with online registration, and the first allotment was completed by June 2025. Students are advised to monitor the official website (shcollege.ac.in) for the 2026-27 schedule.

Key Points

Offered at the Main Campus (Aided) of Sacred Heart College, Thevara, Kochi
Curriculum covers plant taxonomy, plant physiology, genetics, molecular biology, ecology, and biotechnology
The programme follows the Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP) structure under MG University
Students can exit after 3 years with a B.Sc. degree or complete 4 years for the Honours degree
Well-equipped botany laboratory with herbarium, plant tissue culture lab, and greenhouse facilities

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SHC B.Sc {Hons.} Botany Fees

The B.Sc. {Hons.} (Botany) programme at Sacred Heart College is an aided course with very affordable fees. The total annual fee is Rs. 12,714 for 2026-27. Fees are payable semester-wise.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Year (Aided)	Total (4 Years)
College Fee	Rs. 7,949	Rs. 31,796
Govt & University Fees	Rs. 4,765	Rs. 19,060
Total Fees	Rs. 12,714	Rs. 50,856

Fees are subject to revision as per MG University and Government of Kerala norms.
SC/ST students are eligible for full fee reimbursement through state e-grants.
Application/registration fee: Rs. 200 for general candidates; Rs. 50 for SC/ST candidates.
Hostel facility is available (not mandatory); contact college hostels directly for current hostel fee details.

SHC B.Sc {Hons.} Botany Admission 2026-27

Admissions to the B.Sc. {Hons.} (Botany) programme at Sacred Heart College are conducted directly by the college (not through MG University CAP process). Selection is merit-based on index marks calculated from Plus Two marks. The 2025-26 admissions have been completed; the 2026-27 cycle is expected to follow a similar schedule starting May 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (2026-27)
Commencement of Online Registration	May 2026 (3rd week)
Closing of Registration for First Allotment	June 2026 (1st week)
Publication of Provisional Rank List	June 2026 (1st week)
Publication of Final Rank List	June 2026 (1st week)
Admission of Candidates (First Allotment)	9th June 2026 (tentative)
Special Allotment for SC/ST Candidates	June 2026 (3rd week)
Commencement of Classes	1st July 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Details
No entrance exam required	Admission based on Plus Two index marks

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Pass in Plus Two or equivalent examination with Biology as one of the optional subjects, recognized by MG University
Index marks calculated based on Part II marks at Plus Two, less handicap marks, plus marks obtained for Biology, plus bonus marks if any
No minimum percentage specified, but competition is high for the 40 aided seats

Admission Process:

Register online at shcollege.ac.in/admissions before the closing date
Pay registration fee of Rs. 200 (Rs. 50 for SC/ST)
Rank list is prepared based on index marks from Plus Two examination
Selected candidates report with original documents on the allotment date at Main Campus
Aided programme: seats distributed as per mandatory reservation norms (50% open quota, 15% SC, 5% ST, 10% community quota, 20% management quota)

SHC B.Sc {Hons.} Botany Scholarships 2026-27

Students enrolled in the B.Sc. {Hons.} (Botany) programme at Sacred Heart College can avail various government and institutional scholarships. Being an aided programme, SC/ST students benefit from full fee reimbursement through state e-grants.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Kerala State Higher Education Council Scholarship	1st year students with merit	As per government norms
SC/ST E-Grants (State Government)	SC/ST students	Full fee reimbursement
INSPIRE Scholarship (DST)	Top 1% in Plus Two Science stream	Rs. 80,000 per year
CM Prathibhapuraskaram	Merit-based (degree passout)	Cash award
NSS/NCC/Student Police Cadet Bonus Marks	NSS/NCC/SPC certificate holders at Plus Two level	15 bonus marks in admission index
Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC)	OBC students with family income below Rs. 2.5 lakhs	As per government norms

SC/ST students must apply for e-grants through the official portal before the last date.
INSPIRE scholarship is available for students who scored in the top 1% in Plus Two Science stream.
Students should check the college notice board and website for updated scholarship notifications.

Sacred Heart College Ernakulam B.Sc {Hons.} Botany Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#52 out of 277 in India 2025

#1st in Kerala

Indiatoday Ranking

#27 out of 217 in India 2025

#1st in Kerala

The Week Ranking

#33 out of 100 in India 2025

#1st in Kerala

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SHC B.Sc {Hons.} Botany FAQs

Ques. What are the career options after B.Sc. {Hons.} Botany from Sacred Heart College?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in research, agriculture, horticulture, pharmaceuticals, environmental management, and teaching. Many students pursue M.Sc. Botany, M.Sc. Biotechnology, or M.Sc. Environmental Science for higher studies. Government jobs in forest department, agriculture department, and CSIR labs are also popular options.

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for B.Sc. {Hons.} Botany admission at Sacred Heart College?

Ans. No. Admission is purely merit-based on Plus Two index marks. Biology must be one of the optional subjects at Plus Two level. There is no entrance exam.

Ques. What laboratory facilities are available for Botany students at Sacred Heart College?

Ans. The Department of Botany has well-equipped laboratories including a plant tissue culture lab, herbarium, greenhouse, and molecular biology lab. Students also have access to the college's natural surroundings for field studies.

Ques. What is the FYUGP exit option in B.Sc. {Hons.} Botany at Sacred Heart College?

Ans. Under the FYUGP framework, students can exit after 3 years (6 semesters) with a B.Sc. degree. Completing all 4 years (8 semesters) earns the Honours degree, which is preferred for M.Sc. admissions and research positions.

Ques. Can B.Sc. Botany graduates apply for government jobs?

Ans. Yes. B.Sc. Botany graduates are eligible for various government jobs including forest officer (after KPSC/UPSC exams), agricultural officer, plant inspector, and teaching positions. The CSIR-NET/JRF exam is also open to Botany graduates for research fellowships.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for B.Sc. Botany students at Sacred Heart College?

Ans. Yes, Sacred Heart College has both boys' and girls' hostels on campus (Prathibha Hostel for girls, SH Syro Hostel for boys). Additionally, 15+ private hostels approved by the college are available within 500 metres of the campus. Hostel accommodation is not mandatory.