Vol. 9, Special Issue 9, Part U (2025)

The present investigation was carried out to assess the extent of genetic variability, heritability, and genetic advance in seven genotypes of black gram (Vigna mungo L.), namely AKU-15, PDKV Black Gold AKV, Phule Vasu, PU0609-43, BDU-1, Urdbean Tapu-4, and Phule Rajan. The experiment was conducted in a randomized block design with three replications during Kharif 2024 at the experimental farm of [Your Institute]. Data were recorded on ten quantitative traits including plant height, number of primary branches, clusters per plant, pods per cluster, pods per plant, pod length, grains per pod, 100-seed weight, seed yield per plant, and biological yield per plant. Analysis of variance revealed significant differences among the genotypes for all traits, indicating the presence of substantial genetic variability. High GCV and PCV were observed for pods per plant, clusters per plant, and seed yield per plant. High heritability coupled with high genetic advance as percent of mean was recorded for seed yield per plant, pods per plant, and 100-seed weight, suggesting additive gene action. These results provide valuable information for the selection of superior genotypes in black gram breeding programs.