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4-Year UG Programme

B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)

G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar

Total Programme Fee

₹1.5 Lakh

Only ₹37,500 per year

Key numbers

NIRF Rank (University)

88

NAAC Grade

B++ (2.86)

Seat Intake

20

Placement Rate (2025)

40%

Are you eligible?

  • Class 12 Subjects

    Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB) mandatory

  • Minimum Marks

    At least 50% aggregate in Class 12

Entrance exams

ICAR-UGGBPUAT-ET

Investment

1.5L total

~₹0.4L per year

  • Per Year Fee37,500per year

4-Year Academic Journey

  1. Year +0

    Year 1

    Fish Biology, Taxonomy & Basic Sciences

  2. Year +1

    Year 2

    Aquaculture Engineering & Fish Nutrition

  3. Year +2

    Year 3

    Disease Management & Fisheries Economics

  4. Year +3

    Year 4

    Cold Chain Management, Field Internships & Projects

Placement · 2025

Where graduates land

Placement rate

40%

Top recruiters

MPEDAState Fisheries DepartmentsAquaculture FarmsSeafood Export CompaniesFisheries Research Institutes
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Hostel & Scholarships Available

The university provides on-campus hostel accommodation and scholarship support, making the move to Pantnagar easier on your pocket and lifestyle.

The verdict

Worth considering

This is a hyper-niche, affordable degree for students genuinely passionate about aquaculture, marine ecosystems, and rural-sector careers. The 40% placement rate and modest CTC reflect its alignment with government and research roles rather than corporate high-growth tracks. Choose it if you want a low-debt, specialized path in fisheries; skip it if you're chasing high placement ratios or metro corporate jobs.

Matches what you said

  • Budget-friendly total fee under ₹1.5L
  • PCB background with love for aquatic sciences
  • Government/PSU & research job orientation
  • Hostel & scholarship availability

Doesn't match

  • High corporate placement rates
  • Metro city campus lifestyle
  • High starting salaries
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