The Master of Science in Zoology at Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences, Kakkanad, Kochi, is a two-year postgraduate programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. Covering animal physiology, cell biology, ecology, genetics, and environmental science, the programme prepares graduates for research, wildlife management, and academic careers. Rajagiri RCMAS is NAAC Grade A accredited and is situated in Kakkanad, a hub of educational and scientific institutions in Kochi.
Admissions to the 2026-27 batch of M.Sc Zoology are open at Rajagiri RCMAS; candidates may apply at mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in with classes scheduled to begin in August 2026.
Key Points
- Two-year programme (4 semesters) under Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam; NAAC Grade A accredited institution
- Curriculum covers vertebrate and invertebrate zoology, ecology, cell biology, genetics, and research methodology
- Dedicated zoology laboratories equipped for practical work in specimen study, microtechnique, and field ecology
- Graduates are eligible for CSIR-UGC NET and Kerala SET examinations, opening pathways to research fellowships and college lectureships
- Career avenues include wildlife officer, environmental scientist, laboratory analyst, conservationist, and science educator
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Sc Zoology Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (Semester 1) | INR 25,200 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 2) | INR 25,200 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 3) | INR 25,200 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 4) | INR 25,200 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 100,800 |
- Tuition fee is INR 25,200 per semester for M.Sc Zoology at Rajagiri RCMAS as per the official PG fee structure.
- Fees shown are tuition charges only; MG University examination fees and other statutory charges are payable separately as notified by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- Total tuition fees for the two-year programme amount to INR 100,800.
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Sc Zoology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online Application Opens (RCMAS Portal) | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | June 2026 |
| Merit List and Shortlisting | July 2026 |
| Document Verification at College | July 2026 |
| MGU PG CAP Portal Registration | July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
- Candidates must register at mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in and pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 700 online to complete the application.
- Shortlisted applicants must also complete registration on the MG University PG CAP portal at the time of seat allotment, as mandated by the university.
- Selection is strictly merit-based on graduation marks; final admission is subject to verification of original academic documents at Rajagiri RCMAS, Kakkanad.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Zoology or allied Life Sciences (Botany, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Fishery Science, Wildlife Science, or Environmental Science) with a minimum of 50 percent in Part III subjects from a university recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- Candidates from related Biological Sciences disciplines with a Zoology or animal-science component may also be considered as per MG University norms.
- Final-year undergraduate students awaiting results may apply provisionally, subject to submitting the degree certificate before admission is confirmed.
Admission Process
- Visit mcampus.rajagiricollege.edu.in, create an applicant account, and fill the online application form.
- Upload graduation mark lists, degree certificate, photograph, and signature, then pay the INR 700 application fee online.
- Await shortlist notification via email or the portal; report to Rajagiri RCMAS with original documents for verification on the notified date.
- Complete the MG University PG CAP portal registration to formalise seat allotment as per university norms.
- Pay the first-semester tuition fee before the deadline communicated at the time of allotment to confirm enrolment.
Rajagiri RCMAS M.Sc Zoology Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Kerala State) | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship of Higher Education | INR 20,000 per year (PG) | Top 20 percentile in undergraduate degree; family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum |
| NSP Scholarship for Minority Communities | Up to INR 30,000 per year | Students from minority communities; merit-cum-means basis |
- All central and state government scholarship applications must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in before the notified deadlines.
- The college welfare office assists eligible students with NSP registration, document verification, and application submission.
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