The observations were connected to assess the heritability of some seed traits and germination linked enzymes considering 10 Lentil genotypes. The 2(two) successive years showed significant hierarchy in 1st year for seed traits though second year was best only in peroxidase activity. The maximum value was observed in PRE-COZ among genotypes for seed traits with enzyme activity. All genotypes showed high significant variations for the characters but, the interacted values of genotypes x year showed significant variation in seed length, pod wall dry weight, and enzymes activity though non-significant demarcation was followed for other traits of pod and seed. Results indicated the minimum deviation in genotypic coefficient of variation (GCV) and phenotypic coefficient of variation (PCV) that recognized the genetic influence of considerable seed traits. High heritability (H2%) along with genetic advance indicated the influence of additive gene for all characters except seed breadth. In correlation matrix, the non-significant relationship was strictly followed in α-amylase activity though it was highly correlated with peroxidase action. Strong positive correlation was followed within diverse seed traits and peroxidase activity. Therefore, the considerable parameters may be utilized in breeding schedule for quality seed production of Lentil.

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