The Department of Botany at Govt. Rani Durgawati College, Wadrafnagar was established in 2010 with the objective of promoting quality education and scientific understanding in plant sciences. The department currently offers undergraduate teaching programs in Botany under the B.Sc. programme. Since2024, the department has been implementing the 3–4 year undergraduate programme (Semester I–VIII) in accordance with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The department is committed to promoting excellence in teaching, authentic research, and academic outreach related to the patterns and processes of life, with special emphasis on plants and their interactions with the environment. It strives to develop scientific temperament, research aptitude, and environmental awareness among students.

The department fosters an environment of academic excellence by supporting dedicated students, faculty members, and staff who contribute to the advancement of botanical sciences. It focuses on developing a predictive understanding of plants at local, regional, and global levels through innovative teaching, practical learning, and research activities.

To enrich academic learning and practical understanding, the department regularly organizes seminars, workshops, field visits, awareness programs, and other co-curricular activities. These initiatives help students gain deeper insight into contemporary challenges and emerging trends in the field of Botany while encouraging critical thinking, scientific exploration, and skill development in accordance with the objectives of NEP 2020.