CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus 2026 (OUT): Check Important Books, Eligibility Criteria & Download PDF

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CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus 2026 has been released by NTA on the official website in the pdf format. Read this Shiksha article to get the detailed syllabus for the CUET PG MSc Plant Biotechnology course. Aspirants can also check the eligibility criteria and exam pattern for the same here.

Interested in appearing for CUET PG MSc Plant Biotechnology exam? CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus 2026 has been released by NTA on the official website in the pdf format. Read this Shiksha article to get the detailed syllabus for the CUET PG MSc Plant Biotechnology course. Aspirants can also know the eligibility criteria and exam pattern for the same here. Also, check out the article to get the information about the best books and preparation strategy.

CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology Syllabus; Know Important Topics, Exam Structure & PDF Download

National Testing Agency has released the CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus 2026. Students can check the Plant Biotechnology syllabus for CUET PG 2026 on this page. The syllabus pdf consits of important topics based on the UG of Plant Biotechnology course. The UG course is very vast and contains topics such as Cytology, Plant Anatomy, Plant Tissue Culture, Genetics, Plant Breeding, Evolution, Biostatistics, etc. Candidates who are appearing for the Plant Biotechnology exam can use the CUET PG exam syllabus pdf to plan their preparation. The questions in the CUET PG exam 2026 will be based on the syllabus.

CUET PG Plant Biotechnology questions will have 75 questions based on subject-specific knowledge. The duration of the test is 90 minutes. Students who score more than 250 marks will secure a good rank. NTA will soon announce the CUET PG exam date 2026.

Aspirants preparing for the CUET PG 2026 Food Science & Technology exam must start their preparation soon in order to ace the exam and get into their desired college or university. CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus includes the topics 

Studying the CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus for the preparation of the CUET PG 2026 exam has the following advantages:
  • It helps you cover all the important topics that are likely to be asked in the exam: The CUET PG syllabus is prepared by experts in the field and is designed to assess your knowledge of the subject. By studying the syllabus, you can ensure that you are not missing out on any important topics.
  • It helps you focus your preparation: The CUET PG syllabus is comprehensive, but it is still possible to focus your preparation on the most important topics. By identifying the topics that are most likely to be asked in the exam, you can spend more time studying them.
  • It helps you develop a deep understanding of the subject: Studying the CUET PG syllabus will force you to go beyond the basics and develop a deep understanding of the subject. This will be beneficial not only for the exam but also for your future career in Plant Biotechnology.
Table of contents
  • CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology Syllabus
  • CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus Download
  • CUET PG 2026 Exam Structure
  • CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology: Eligibility Criteria
  • Best Books for CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Course
  • CUET PG Syllabus 2026: Subject Wise

CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology Syllabus

When you study from the syllabus, you are not just memorizing facts. You are also learning about the concepts and theories that underlie the subject. This can help you to develop a deeper understanding of Plant Biotechnology and to better prepare for the exam. Aspirants preparing for the CUET PG MSc Plant Biotechnology should start their preparation according to the syllabus mentioned below:

  1. There will be one CUET PG Plan Biotechnology Question Paper, which will have 75 questions.
  2. All questions will be compulsory.
  3. From this year, the Question Paper will have only one part i.e. Part A (Domain Specific)
  4. Part B will have 75 questions based on Subject-Specific Knowledge.

Plant Biotechnology (SCQP25) Syllabus

Unit Topics
Unit I
  • Introduction,
  • Cryo and organ genic differentiation
  • Types of culture: Seed, Embryo, Callus, Organs, Cell and Protoplast culture.
  • Micro propagation Axillary bud proliferation, Meristem andshoot tip culture, cud culture, organogenesis, embryogenesis, advantages and disadvantages of micro propagation.
Unit II
  • In vitro haploid production Androgenic methods: Anther culture, Microspore culture Ando genesis Significance and use of haploids, Ploidy level and chromosome doubling, diploidization, Gynogenic haploids, factors effecting gynogenesis, chromosome elimination techniques for production of haploids in cereals.
Unit III
  • Protoplast Isolation and fusion Methods of protoplast isolation, Protoplast development, Somatic hybridization, identification and selection of hybrid cells, Cybrids, Potential of somatic Hybridization limitations.
  • Soma clonal variation. Nomenclature, methods, applications basis and disadvantages
Unit IV
  • Plant Growth Promoting bacteria.
  • Nitrogen fixation, Nitrogenase, Hydrogenase, Nodulation, Biocontrol of pathogens, Growth promotion by free-living bacteria.

Candidates can check out the CUET PG 2026 important topics from here: CUET PG Important Topics: Check Course & Subject-wise Weightage Analysis 

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Age limit criteria for PU CET UG exam is as follows:

  •  Candidates must be at least 17 years of age as on December 31 of the year of admission.
  • There is no upper age limit for the exam.
Q:   How can I apply to universities for admission based on my CUET PG scores?
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To apply to universities for admission based on your CUET PG scores, you need to follow the process given below.

  • Check the eligibility criteria for the universities and courses you are interested in. 
  • Visit the university website and register for the admission process. 
  • Upload your CUET PG scorecard and other required documents. 
  • Pay the application fee. 

In case the students are shortlisted for admission, they have to visit the campus to verify their documents and pay the admission fee. The participating universities conduct the admission process separately. Students also need to apply separately for each course, even for the same university. After the declaration of the CUET PG result, students should check the university websites separately to track the counselling dates and events.

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CUET PG cutoff marks are not declared by single authority, but the universities set their own cutoff for specific courses right after the results are declared.

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CUET PG 2026 Exam Structure 

NTA has released the CUET PG exam pattern. Students can check the exam pattern of CUET PG 2026 to know the marking scheme, mode of exam, duration of test, and types of questions. CUET PG exam patter is mentioned below.

Part

Sections/Subjects

Number of Questions

A

Domain knowledge (Plant Biotechnology)

75

The domain-specific questions will now be there to test the candidate's analytical and cognitive approach towards the applied course in the CUET PG 2026 examination. The medium of the Plant Biotechnology question paper will be English and Hindi. The CUET PG Plant Biotechnology exam pattern 2026 states that the test will consist of 75 questions. The following table brings the structure of the CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology question paper.

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CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates can find the general minimal eligibility criteria for MSc Plant Biotechnology course below. The university-specific criteria for the same may differ; candidates are advised to check the information brochure for university-specific eligibility criteria before applying for MSc Plant Biotechnology Course.

Age Limit

For appearing in the CUET (PG) 2026, there is no age limit for the candidates. The candidates who have passed the bachelor's degree/equivalent exam or are appearing in 2026 irrespective of their age, can appear in master’s degree programmes in the Central Universities through CUET (PG) 2026 examination. However, the candidates will be required to fulfil the age criteria of the University to which they are desirous of taking admission.

Educational Qualification

  • Banaras Hindu University: Graduate of any biological stream or a B.Sc.(Ag.)/B.Sc. (Hons) Ag.graduate securing at least 6.0/10, 2.5/4, 3.5/5, 4.0/6 OGPA under the Course Credit System or minimum 50% aggregate marks under the traditional system of examination.
  • Sikkim Profesional University: B.Sc. In Plant Biotechnology/B.Sc. In Biotechnology/B.Sc. Botany/ B.Sc. Bio Chemistary/ B.Sc. Micro Biology/B.Sc In Bio Informatics with a minimum of 50% marks aggregate.
  • RNB Global University, Bikaner: Graduate of any biological stream or a B.Sc.(Ag.)/B.Sc. (Hons) Ag.graduate with atleast 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)

Also Read: CUET PG Eligibility Criteria 2026: Age Limit, University- Wise Degree Requirement & Qualification 

Best Books for CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Course

While preparing for the CUET PG 2026 Plant Biotechnology exam, aspirants can refer to the following list of books:

Subjects Name Books Name
Phycology and Mycology 1. Fritsch, F.E. 1945. Structure reproduction of the Algae Voll & II, CambridgeUniversity Press, London.
2. Vashishta, B.R. 1990 Botany for degree students, Algae. S. Chand & Co. Ltd., Ram Nagar, New Delhi.
3. Venkateshwaran, V.A. Text book of Algae. Marahi Book depot, Guntur.

Bacteriology, Virology and Plant Disease

1. Dube H.C. (1978), A text Book of Fungi, Bacteria and Viruses, Vikas publishing House, Pvt., Ltd., New Delhi, Bombay, Bangalore, Calcutta, Kanpur.
2. Mishra. A and Agarwal R.P. (1978) Lichens A Preliminary text. Oxford and IBH. 66 janapath, New Delhi 110 001.
3. Parkar. N.S. (1967) An Introduction to embryophyta - Vol I. General Book Dept. Indian University press, Allahaba.

Plant Anatomy

1. ESAU, Plant Anatomy, 1965 Wiles Eastern, New Delhi.
2. Eams A.J. and Mac Daniel. An Introduction to Plant Anatomy. TMH Edition. Tata MC. Graw Hill Publishing Co.ltd. Bombay - New Delhi.
3. Pande, B.P. 1979. Plant Anatomy. S. Chand & Co, Ram Nagar, New Delhi.

Genetics, Plant Breeding, Evolution & Biostatistics

 

1. Allard, R.W. 1960. Principal of plant breeding. John wileg, NEWYORK. Gupta, P.K. 2000. Genetics. Rastogi publications. Meerut.
2. Rangaswami, R.A. 1995. A. textbook of Agricultural statistics. New Age International publications, Chennai.
3. Sinnott, E.W; L.C. Dunn and

Plant Cell and Tissue Culture

 

1. Brown C. W and Thorpe T. A 1984 Cell culture and Somatic Cell Genetics of plants, Academic Press, Orlando
2. Chu, C 1978 Plant Tissue Culture, Peking Science Press, Peking
3. Gamborg O. L and Phillips. G.G. 1975 Plant Cell,

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CUET PG Syllabus 2026: Subject Wise

NTA, has divided the CUET PG syllabus into 6 domains of subject courses. The domains are as follows: Acharya, Common Humanities, Languages, MTech and Science stream. The domain's subject-specific syllabus and question paper are mentioned below:

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Plant Biotechnology CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus PDF 
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Horticulture CUET PG Horticulture Syllabus PDF 
MA Social Work CUET PG MSW Syllabus PDF 
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MA History CUET PG History Syllabus 2026: Important Topics, PDF Link find here 
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