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I am currently pursuing my M.Sc in Bio-Chemistry after having completed my B.Sc in Botany. I want to know that can I opt for NET examination in future and also can I pursue PhD in Botany?

For Ph.D in botany you need to have post graduation degree in the same subject. You being a biochemistry post graduate means you can only apply for admission in the same field.
Also, clearing NET in botany subject will help you get admission in your desired Ph.D programme.

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I am currently pursuing my M.Sc in Bio-Chemistry after having completed my B.Sc in Botany. I want to know that can I opt for NET examination in future and also can I pursue PhD in Botany?

You are pursuing a candidate in M.Sc in Biochemistry, so you are eligible for the UGC NET exam.

Educational qualification required for NET exam is masters degree from a recognized university with above 55% marks. 5% relaxation is given to SC/ST category candidates. A final year student is also eligible for NET exam.

There are no age criteria for NET exam, but for JRF posts, your age should be below 28 years.

No, I am sorry to say that you cannot get admission in PhD course in Botany after having completed your PG qualification in M.SC(Bio-Chemistry). You can surely opt for NET examination and opt to become a teacher in any good Institution, but surely cannot opt for PhD course mentioned above.