A Zoologist is a scientist who studies animals. Zoologists are experts on everything about animals — from their cells to the history of their evolution. They typically research animals and their natural habitat in zoos where they are kept in captivity. Zoologists try to enhance the understanding about the lives of animals by studying their behaviour.
Personal Competencies
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 6,840 - 7,20,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Zoology
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree in the same or allied field.
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
This course is offered by the Department of Zoology.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1 . Maharaia Sayaiirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Guirat
2. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
3. University of New Delhi
4. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra
5. Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
6. Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
7. Gujarat University, Gujrat, Ahmedabad
8. Visva Bharati University, Sriniketan, West Bengal
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Christ University, Bangalore, Karnataka
2. Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi
3. National Institute of Medical Sciences , Jaipur, Rajasthan
4. Jain University, Bangalore, Karnataka
5. Chandramohan Jha (CMJ) University, Shillong, Meghalaya
6. CT University, Ludhiana, Puniab
7. Bhagwant University, Aimer, Raiasthan
8. University of Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan
9. Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
10. RKDF University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Fees
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 6,840 - 7,20,000*
*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: Zoos, Laboratories, Government Research Centres among others
Work Environment: It is not a desk job. You will supervise a team of assistant zoologists and other staff. Local travel may be a part of the job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available. Organizations usually work 6 to 7 days a week and 8 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
Zookeeper → Assistant Zoologist → Zoologist → Senior Zoologist → Head Of Department Chief Zoologist
Expected Income
*The figures indicative to Change
The approx. salary of a Zoologist ranges between INR 8,334 - 2,50,000* per month.
Mukund Lal Bhatia was an expert in Zoology and Entomology. He was affiliated with the University of Delhi and was the Honorary Professor at Biosciences Department of Himachal Pradesh University. Bhatia studied Morphology and Functional Morphology of Indian and Foreign Leeches for his academic and research career.*
ZOOLOGIST
NCS Code: 2131.0900 | RD037The approx. course fee ranges between INR 6,840 - 7,20,000*
*These figures are estimated numbers and will vary from Institute to Institute.
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Zoology
OR
Complete a Bachelor's degree followed by a Master's degree in the same or allied field.
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
This course is offered by the Department of Zoology.
This list of institutes is indicative only
GOVERNMENT INSTITUTES
1 . Maharaia Sayaiirao University of Baroda, Vadodara, Guirat
2. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
3. University of New Delhi
4. Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, Maharashtra
5. Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
6. Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
7. Gujarat University, Gujrat, Ahmedabad
8. Visva Bharati University, Sriniketan, West Bengal
PRIVATE INSTITUTES
(Please check if Institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC and AICTE before applying)
1. Christ University, Bangalore, Karnataka
2. Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi
3. National Institute of Medical Sciences , Jaipur, Rajasthan
4. Jain University, Bangalore, Karnataka
5. Chandramohan Jha (CMJ) University, Shillong, Meghalaya
6. CT University, Ludhiana, Puniab
7. Bhagwant University, Aimer, Raiasthan
8. University of Technology, Jaipur, Rajasthan
9. Mahatma Jyoti Rao Phoole University, Jaipur, Rajasthan
10. RKDF University, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Information on the institute rankings can be found at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
DISTANCE LEARNING INSTITUTE
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 6,840 - 7,20,000*
*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: Zoos, Laboratories, Government Research Centres among others
Work Environment: It is not a desk job. You will supervise a team of assistant zoologists and other staff. Local travel may be a part of the job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs may be available. Organizations usually work 6 to 7 days a week and 8 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
Zookeeper → Assistant Zoologist → Zoologist → Senior Zoologist → Head Of Department Chief Zoologist
*The figures indicative to Change
The approx. salary of a Zoologist ranges between INR 8,334 - 2,50,000* per month.
Source: https://www.payscale.com/research/lN/Job=Zoologist/Salary
Experts from the field
Mukund Lal Bhatia was an expert in Zoology and Entomology. He was affiliated with the University of Delhi and was the Honorary Professor at Biosciences Department of Himachal Pradesh University. Bhatia studied Morphology and Functional Morphology of Indian and Foreign Leeches for his academic and research career.*
*Source : https://www.edudwar.com/become-a-zoologist-in-india-famous-zoologist-salary-career-jobs/
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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