Mahadevananda Mahavidyalaya Kolkata B.Sc Zoology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. B.Sc Zoology is a pass or general course where Zoology is one of three subjects studied concurrently with ancillary subjects such as Botany or Chemistry. B.Sc Hons Zoology is a specialised programme where Zoology dominates the curriculum across all three years. Students targeting M.Sc Zoology, research fellowships, or career-focused zoology examinations are advised to pursue the Honours programme for deeper subject coverage.

Ans. The 3-year programme costs INR 44,970 in total, payable at INR 14,990 per year. As a government-aided institution, Mahadevananda offers affordable zoology education in the Barrackpore and North Kolkata region. Students should verify the current 2026-27 fee at the college admission counter before paying.

Ans. No entrance examination is required. Admission is through the WBCAP portal on the basis of 10+2 board marks, with Biology as a mandatory subject. The Phase 1 merit list for 2026 was published on 9 June 2026. A Phase 2 Mop-Up Round for remaining seats opens on 7 July 2026. Category-specific reservations apply as per West Bengal government norms.

Ans. Graduates can pursue M.Sc Zoology, B.Ed for school teaching, or apply for government competitive examinations such as WBCS, SSC, and banking tests. Wildlife and forest department recruitment, laboratory assistant roles in hospitals and research institutions, and roles in pharmaceutical quality control are also accessible. Those with M.Sc can apply for the CSIR-UGC NET to pursue academic and research careers.

Ans. Yes. After completing B.Sc Zoology and proceeding to M.Sc Zoology, graduates can target the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Wildlife Institute of India, Forest Research Institute, and various state government environment and forest departments. Entry-level positions in these organisations are typically accessed through UPSC, state PSC, or CSIR recruitment examinations. A B.Sc alone qualifies for certain lower-grade laboratory posts.

Ans. The Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (INR 12,000/year) is available for science students scoring 60%+ with family income below INR 2.5 lakh, applied through banglarshiksha.gov.in. SC/ST/OBC students should apply for the OASIS Scholarship. Minority students can access the NSP Post-Matric Scholarship at scholarships.gov.in. Given the annual fee of INR 14,990, these scholarships provide meaningful financial relief.