CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus 2027: Check Important Books, Eligibility Criteria & Download PDF

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CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus 2027 will be 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? Read this Shiksha article to get the detailed CUET PG MSc Plant Biotechnology 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 2027 Plant Biotechnology Syllabus; Know Important Topics, Exam Structure & PDF Download

National Testing Agency will soon release the CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus 2027. Students can check the Plant Biotechnology syllabus for CUET PG 2027 on this page. The syllabus PDF will consist 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 2027 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 has announced the tentative CUET PG exam date 2027.

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  • CUET PG 2027 Plant Biotechnology Syllabus
  • CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus Download
  • Benefits of Studying CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus
  • CUET PG 2027 Exam Structure
  • CUET PG 2027 Plant Biotechnology: Eligibility Criteria
  • Best Books for CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Course
  • CUET PG Syllabus 2027: Subject Wise
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CUET PG 2027 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 2027 important topics from here: CUET PG Important Topics: Check Course & Subject-wise Weightage Analysis 

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Q:   How can I get CUET PG Syllabus PDF?
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Students can download the CUET PG syllabus for their respective stream online. NTA uploads the syllabus PDF at official website. The syllabus can be downloaded by selecting the respective stream. 

Q:   Who sets the CUET PG syllabus?
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The CUET PG examination will be conducted by the National Testing Agency in the various examination centres across the nation a few cities outside India. The syllabus for the CUET PG papers will be set by the exam conducting authority. The subject experts, after taking all the probable suggestions from all the participating universities, will set the syllabus for the PG level entrance exam on the basis of their undergraduate course curriculum.

Q:   Does CUET PG syllabus change every year?
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Changing the syllabus of CUET PG depends upon the examination authority. However, the chances are very less. The applicants of CUET PG can download and check the previous year syllabus of their applied programme in this page itself.

Factors upon which the CUET PG syllabus might change:

  • One of the most important reasons that the CUET PG syllabus might change is dependent upon any changes made under the NEP- New Education Policy by the Ministry of Education.
  • Changes made by UGC, Master of Human Resource Development in the master's degree programme might alter the CUET PG syllabus.
  • NTA (National Testing Agency), the examination conducting body for CUET PG Examination, can change if the exam authorities feel the significance of adding some important topics in the syllabus to ameliorate the holistic approach of the students towards the subject. 
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The CUET PG Psychology syllabus covers these topics in Psychology:

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Benefits of Studying CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Syllabus

Studying the CUET PG Plant Biotechnology syllabus for the preparation of the CUET PG 2027 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.

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CUET PG 2027 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) 2027, there is no age limit for the candidates. The candidates who have passed the bachelor's degree/equivalent exam or are appearing in 2027 irrespective of their age, can appear in master’s degree programmes in the Central Universities through CUET (PG) 2027 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 2027: Age Limit, University- Wise Degree Requirement & Qualification 

Best Books for CUET PG Plant Biotechnology Course

While preparing for the CUET PG 2027 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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NTA divides 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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