Forest College and Research Institute Mettupalayam-Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Answered Questions

The eligibility criteria for direct admission to BSc (H) in Forestry course at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam is as follows:
The candidate should have passed Higher Secondary Course (10+2) under Academic Stream with Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Agriculture group.
The candidate should have a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (for OC candidates) and 55% aggregate marks (for BC, BCM, MBC/DNC, SC, SCA, ST candidates).
The candidate should have appeared for the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) entrance examination and should have been selected through counseling.

The admission criteria for BSc (H) in Forestry at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam for reserved category students is as follows:
The candidate should have passed Higher Secondary Course (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Agriculture.
For SC/ST candidates, a minimum of 55% aggregate marks are required.
For other reserved categories like BC/MBC, the minimum aggregate mark requirement is relaxed by 5%.
Admission will be based on merit through counseling conducted by TNAU.

Hostel charges at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Forestry course are as follows:
- Hostel Admission fee: ₹200
- Hostel Caution Deposit: ₹500 (Refundable)
- Hostel Room Rent per year: ₹6,000
- Electricity charges per year: ₹3,000
- Mess Advance per year: ₹24,000

For the general category it is 190-195 and around 200 for class 12. For SC/ST category the cutoffs are comparatively lower, around 180. For admission, apply during TNAU counselling. The application opens in June or July, through the online TNAU portal. Next there will be a fee payment and document submission.

The eligibility criteria for admission to Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Forestry are as follows:
The candidate should have passed Higher Secondary Course (10+2) under the Board of Higher Secondary Education of any State or Central Board with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
The candidate should have studied Biology or Agriculture or any other related subjects in their 12th standard.
The candidate should have a good understanding of English, as it is the medium of instruction.
Note: The eligibility criteria may vary depending on the institution and the course. It's always best to check with the institution for the most up-to-date information.

Yes, Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam provides placements for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Forestry. The college has a good track record of placing its students in various organizations such as the Forest Department, wood-based industries, and agricultural banks. Many of its alumni have also been selected for the Indian Forest Service, IAS, and IPS cadres.

No, direct admission is not available for the B.Sc. (Hons.) in Forestry programme at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam. Admission to this programme is based on merit through the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) undergraduate admission process.

The Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam is quite strict when it comes to the eligibility requirements of B.Sc. (Hons.) in Forestry. The college has a well-designed curriculum that incorporates traditional and recent technologies in forestry, and the admission process is based on merit, with a focus on selecting students who have a strong foundation in Science and mathematics. The college also has a strong emphasis on practical training, with students undergoing internships, study tours, and other hands-on experiences to prepare them for careers in forestry. Overall, the college's strict eligibility requirements and rigorous curriculum are designed to produce well-qualified and competent forestry professionals.