The Department had a very humble beginning. During its inception, Biology as a subject was introduced in I.Sc. course with only 75 students in the academic session 1949- 1950. Dr. B. Bhattacharjee, a local Physician, rendered his service on honorary basis as Lecturer of Biology. Thereafter, Botany as a Pass-subject was introduced in B.Sc. Course during the academic session 1960-61.