The Master of Science (M.Sc) in Zoology at Ramchandra Chandravansi University (RCU), Palamu is a two-year postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science. The curriculum covers cell biology, genetics, ecology, wildlife biology, entomology, fisheries science, reproductive biology, evolutionary biology, environmental zoology, and research methodology. Graduates pursue careers as zoologists, wildlife biologists, environmental consultants, fisheries officers, researchers, and lecturers. RCU is a UGC-recognised private university established in 2018 in Palamu district, Jharkhand; admission is merit-based on qualifying BSc marks.
Admissions to the 2026-27 batch of the M.Sc programme are open at Ramchandra Chandravansi University, Palamu; candidates may apply online at rcu.edu.in with classes commencing in August 2026.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Sc (Zoology) at RCU Palamu, a UGC-recognised private university in Jharkhand.
- Total fees of INR 25,000 over two years; tuition INR 7,000/year plus exam and registration charges.
- Curriculum integrates zoology theory with laboratory practicals in ecology, genetics, and animal biology.
- Graduates eligible for Ph.D programmes, college lectureship (with NET/SET), and government science posts.
- Merit-based admission on BSc aggregate marks; Jharkhand state reservation norms apply.
Ramchandra Chandravansi University M.Sc (Zoology) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee + Exam Fee (Year 1) | INR 11,000 |
| Prospectus Fee (one-time) | INR 1,000 |
| Admission Fee (one-time) | INR 500 |
| Registration Fee (one-time) | INR 1,500 |
| Tuition Fee + Exam Fee (Year 2) | INR 11,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 25,000 |
- Annual tuition fee is INR 7,000 per year and examination fee is INR 2,000 per semester (INR 4,000 per year) as per the official fee structure published by RCU.
- One-time charges payable in the first year include a prospectus fee of INR 1,000, admission fee of INR 500, and registration fee of INR 1,500.
- Total fees for the two-year M.Sc programme amount to INR 25,000. All specialisations carry an identical fee structure.
Ramchandra Chandravansi University M.Sc (Zoology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online Application Opens | June 2026 |
| Application Deadline | July 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | July 2026 |
| Document Verification | August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Admission to the M.Sc programme is merit-based on graduation marks; no entrance examination is required.
- Candidates must apply online through the university portal at rcu.edu.in and upload required documents for verification.
- Students appearing in their final graduation examination in 2026 may apply provisionally, subject to submitting their final mark sheet before enrolment is confirmed.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates with a B.Sc degree in Zoology or Life Sciences (with Zoology as a principal subject) are eligible; a minimum of 50% marks is generally required (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Jharkhand Government norms).
- Candidates must hold a B.Sc degree in the relevant science subject from a recognised university; a minimum of 50% marks is generally required (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Jharkhand Government norms).
- SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation in admission criteria as per Jharkhand Government and UGC norms.
Admission Process
- Visit rcu.edu.in and fill the online application form for the M.Sc programme, selecting the desired specialisation.
- Upload scanned copies of graduation mark sheets, transfer certificate, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee online as indicated on the university portal.
- Await the merit list published by the university; shortlisted candidates must report for document verification on the notified date with original certificates.
- Pay the first-year fees at the university to confirm enrolment.
Ramchandra Chandravansi University M.Sc (Zoology) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Post Matric Scholarship (Jharkhand Govt.) | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC students from Jharkhand; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| Central Sector Scholarship | As per government norms | Merit-cum-means basis; family income below specified limit |
| University Merit Scholarship | Merit-based award | Students with outstanding academic performance; amount as notified by RCU |
- Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) at scholarships.gov.in; students must register and apply before the notified deadlines.
- Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to annual government notifications and university-level approvals; students should apply within the first month of the academic year.
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