Ecologists study the relationship between plants, animals and their environment The aim of their work could range from balancing the needs of the environment to coming up with ideas for land management As an ecologist, you would normally specialise in a particular type of environment, for example marine or coastal areas, or a specific animal or plant species.
Personal Competencies
• You enjoy Science
• You have strong communication skills
• You like to analyze and solve problems
• You like to work in a team
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Life Sciences/Biology or any other related subject
OR
Complete Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (MSc) in Ecology or a related Field.
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
This course is offered by the Department of Agricultural Sciences.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Assam University, Silchar, Asam
2. University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan
3. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
4. University of Delhi, New Delhi
5. Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6. University of Calcutta, West Bengal
7. Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka
8. University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, Karnataka
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC while applying)
1. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute, Mumbai
3. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan (Diploma)
4. Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
5. St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujrat
6. College Of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra
7. Sri Ramaswamy Memorial (SRM) University, Chennai
8. Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Karnataka
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 50,000 - 2,00,000*.
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute
Scholarships & Loans
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*.
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Research organizations, Forest Departments, Agricultural Research Departments and Centres and others.
Work Environment: It is not a desk job. You are likely to handle a team of junior ecologists. Local travel is a part of the job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available. Organizations and institutes usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 9 to 10 hours every day. This may vary from organization to organization. Shift system may be available
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Intern → Junior Ecologist → Ecologist → Senior Ecologist → Head of the Department
Expected Income
The approx. salary of an Ecologist ranges between INR 44,000 - 80,OOO* per month.
Kartik Shanker is an ecologist and a professor at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He is the author of the book Soup to Superstar: The Story of Sea Turtle Conservation along the Indian Coast. He has done his Bachelor's and Master's in Zoology from Madras Christian College and University of Madras, respectively, and PhD from IISc on small mammals.*
ECOLOGIST
NCS Code: NA | RD013• You enjoy Science
• You have strong communication skills
• You like to analyze and solve problems
• You like to work in a team
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Life Sciences/Biology or any other related subject
OR
Complete Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree (MSc) in Ecology or a related Field.
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
This course is offered by the Department of Agricultural Sciences.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1. Assam University, Silchar, Asam
2. University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Rajasthan
3. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
4. University of Delhi, New Delhi
5. Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
6. University of Calcutta, West Bengal
7. Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, Karnataka
8. University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, Karnataka
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC while applying)
1. Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute, Mumbai
3. Singhania University, Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan (Diploma)
4. Amity University, Noida, Uttar Pradesh
5. St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujrat
6. College Of Engineering, Pune, Maharashtra
7. Sri Ramaswamy Memorial (SRM) University, Chennai
8. Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Karnataka
Information on the institute rankings can found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 50,000 - 2,00,000*.
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute
SCHOLARSHIPS
• National Scholarship Portal - Visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes*
• Visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*.
• Scholarships are also available in the institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
LOANS
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Ministry of Education, Government of India and Indian Banks Association (IBA).
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans.
Places of Work: Research organizations, Forest Departments, Agricultural Research Departments and Centres and others.
Work Environment: It is not a desk job. You are likely to handle a team of junior ecologists. Local travel is a part of the job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available. Organizations and institutes usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 9 to 10 hours every day. This may vary from organization to organization. Shift system may be available
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Intern → Junior Ecologist → Ecologist → Senior Ecologist → Head of the Department
The approx. salary of an Ecologist ranges between INR 44,000 - 80,OOO* per month.
Source: https://www.salaryexPert.com/salary/iob/ecologist/india
*The figures indicative to Change
Experts from the field
Kartik Shanker is an ecologist and a professor at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. He is the author of the book Soup to Superstar: The Story of Sea Turtle Conservation along the Indian Coast. He has done his Bachelor's and Master's in Zoology from Madras Christian College and University of Madras, respectively, and PhD from IISc on small mammals.*
Source: https://nanopdf.com/download/on-sea-turtles-centre-for-ecological-sciences_pdf
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
environmental biologist, plant ecologist,
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