The Botany Department began its journey in 1974-75, under the able leadership of Prof. N. Barui and Pros. B.T. Patra. The Honours stream started in 1995-96, since then the Department follow a very caring approach to the learners at basic level of plant science. It feels proud for the success of its students at B.U. exams. The department is fondly remembering the alumni, staffs and ex-teachers for its journey till date. It organizes Botanical excursions for its students particularly in rich vegetation zones all over India. The department strongly believes in its social commitments and organized several programmes correspondingly. Students play a vital role here and for that the Department has arranged well equipped labs, Herbaria, Botanical garden, Exchange classes, Quiz, Extempo, Wall Magazine (Manjari) etc.