B.Sc. in Zoology colleges in India

Candidates can see the table showing the latest CUET UG exam pattern 2026 below -

Section	Number of Questions	Duration
Language	50	60 Minutes
Domain Specific	50
General Test	50

Note: The exam pattern is taken from official website of the conducting body and can be changed if instructed by it.

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For admission in Universities through CUET UG 2026, the policies regarding quota, category, relaxation, reservations, qualification, subject combinations, preferences etc of the respective University / Institution shall be applicable. For appearing in CUET exam there is no age limit, however, candidates must check the age criteria (if any) prescribed the university in which candidate is desirous of taking admission.

As the CUET eligibility criteria for admission may be unique for every University, the candidates are advised to visit the University website to which they are applying for their respective course and check the subject mapping criteria and age criteria.

CUET UG is a nationally administered entrance by NTA. It is for undergraduate admissions in participating institutes. 
It is a unified platform to seek admission into undergraduate programs offered by leading colleges in India. 
Annually, CUET exam spans over 500 cities in India and abroad, utilizing a computer-based mode. Examination is organized in multiple phases. 

There are many options and fields one can explore by studying Zoology. One can choose to go for higher education such as M.Sc. in Zoology and PhD in Zoology or work after post-graduation. They can assist television channels like National Geographic or Discovery with their knowledge, be an ally to nature by becoming an ecologist or nature conservation officer, or provide services as veterinary doctors, medical representatives, or animal educators.

The university offers three to four year long BSc (Hons) courses. It is available in different specialisations, such as Agriculture, Mathematics, and Biology. The BSc (Hons) course in Agriculture is also offered at Rajiv Gandhi South Campus, Barkachha, and Mirzapur under Special Courses of Studies. Admission to the BSc (H) at BHU is through the NTA CUET-UG exam. The students have to apply for this exam and pass it with a good score to secure admission to the university. BHU counselling is conducted after the results for CUET are declared. Read about BHU BSc (Hons) fee, eligibility, selection criteria, here.

For the BSc Zoology programme at Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University, the PUCAT syllabus will include the following topics - 

Physics (30 Marks) 

• Physical World and Measurements 
• Kinematics
• Laws of Motion 
• Work, Energy and Power
• Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body
• Gravitation
• Properties of Bulk Matter
• Thermodynamics
• Behaviour of Perfect Gases and Kinetic Theory of Gases
• Oscillations and Waves
• System of Particles and Rotational Motion
• Gravitation
• Thermal Properties of Matter
• Mechanical Properties of Matter
• Kinetic Theory 

Chemistry (30 Marks) -

• Basic Concepts of Chemistry
• Structure of Atom
• Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties
• Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
• Redox Reactions
• Hydrogen
• Organic Chemistry
• States of Matter
• Chemical Thermodynamics
• Equilibrium
• s and p Block Elements
• Hydrocarbons
• Aromatic Hydrocarbons
• Solid State
• Solutions
• Haloalkanes and Haloarenes
• Alcohols, Phenols and Ethers
• Biomolecules

Biology (40 marks) -

• Diversity of Living Organisms
• Structural Organization in Animals and Plants
• Cell: Structure and Function
• Plant Physiology
• Human Physiology
• Reproduction
• Genetics and Evolution
• Biology and Human Welfare
• Ecology and Environment 

If a candidate wants to pursue B.Sc. in Zoology, they will have to clear six semesters over three years. They will be marked on theoretical examinations, practical examinations, internal assessments, assignments, and viva. Similarly, If a candidate wants to pursue M.Sc. in Zoology after BSc Zoology, they will have to clear four semesters over two years. The general examination pattern will be similar to that of B.Sc. in Zoology.

Amity Noida BSc fee is cumulative of multiple components, which are one-time chargeable or have to be paid annually/semesterly. Some of these components are caution money, hostel fee, tuition fee, and more. The below table showcases Amity Noida BSc fee structure:

Components	Total Tuition Fee
One-time fee	INR 20,000
Tuition fee	INR 1.6 lakh - INR 20.2 lakh
Hostel fee	INR 2.85 lakh - INR 4.65 lakh

NOTE: The mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing B.Sc. from Amity University, Gwalior is INR 308,529 - INR 591,000. While, the Median package offered by Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya after completion of B.Sc. is INR 305,000 - INR 450,000. Basis these stats, Amity University, Gwalior is better option compared to Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya on the Median salary parameter.

The total fee for LPU BSc programme range between INR 2.4 Lacs and INR 9.6 lakh. However, the fee for BSc (Health and Physical Education) is slightly different, that is INR 3.24 lakh. The mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Panjab University follows the seat reservation policy for the BSc and BSc Hons programmes as per the Government norms as mentioned below:

Category	% of Seats Reserved
General	53.5%
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
Backward Classes/ Persons with Disability/ Sports Category/ Defence category	5% Each
Sons/ Grandsons/ Daughters/ Granddaughters/ Husband / Wife / Brothers / Sisters of persons killed/ incapacitated in Nov 1984 riots and of persons killed/ incapacitated in Terrorist Violence in Punjab and Chandigarh	2%
Children/ Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters who have been sanctioned pension by the Central/ State Government or awarded Tamra Patra by the Government of India or who have been certified to be freedom fighters by the Centre/ State Governments.	2%

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

The Central University of Kashmir accepts scores of the Central University Entrance Test (CUET) for admission to the Bachelor of Science program. The Central University Entrance Test is a national-level competitive exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode. The admission is based on valid CUET-UG scores, and the university releases course-wise cutoff percentiles after the declaration of the CUET result.

The key highlights for Jammu University Law course placement record is tabulated below:

Particulars	LLB Placements(2021)	LLB Placement (2022)	LLB Placement (2023)
Median package	0	INR 4.8 LPA	INR 5.2 LPA
Total students	45	77	94
Students placed	0	5	68
Students opted for higher studies	0	5	8
Particulars	Integrated LLB Placement (2021)	Integrated LLB Placement (2022)	Integrated LLB Placement (2023)
Median package	0	INR 5.56 LPA	INR 4.8 LPA
Total students	70	73	79
Students placed	0	29	56
Students opted for higher studies	3	5	11
Particulars	LLM Placement (2021)	LLM Placement (2022)	LLM Placement (2023)
Median package	0	INR 7 LPA	INR 6.3 LPA
Total students	1	9	7
Students placed	0	5	2
Students opted for higher studies	0	4	0

PAU Ludhiana accepts various entrance exams for admission to its BSc (Hons) courses. The accepted exam depends on the choice of specialisation. Tabulated below is a list of specialisation-wise accepted exams:

Specialisation	Accepted Exam
Agriculture (Hons)/Horticulture (Hons)/Nutrition & Dietetics	CET
Agriculture (Hons) (6 years)	AAT
Community Science	No entrance test
Fashion Designing (Hons)	No entrance test

The university offers BSc programmes on campus and through its affiliated colleges in multiple specialisations. Bangalore University BSc courses include BSc in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics (CND), BSc in Nutrition & Dietetics, Chemistry and Zoology (NDCZ), BSc in Composite Home Science (CHS), BSc in Care &Welfare (CW), BSc in Graphic Design (GD), BSc in Fashion and Apparel Design (FAD) and BSc in Interior Design and Decoration (ID & D).

The total seats available for BSc course at the Jaipur National University & Banasthali Vidyapith are 220 & 60, respectively. While Jaipur National University offers this course in 14 specialisations, Banasthali Vidyapith has the same in 12 specialisations. Hence, there are major chances of getting a seat at Jaipur National University due to higher seats.

The total seat intake for BSc is 280. To get a seat at the BSc degree applicants must crack the CUET/SAT Exam successfully to be considered. To apply, students must visit the official website of Shoolini Uiversity and apply online. Check out the total seat intake for the BSc Course at Shoolini University:

Courses	Seats
BSc (Hons.) in Chemistry	40
BSc (Hons.) in Agriculture	60
BSc (Hons.) in Biotechnology	120
BSc (Hons.) in Microbiology	60

As per the unofficial sources, the course fee range between INR 64,950 – INR 5.25 lakh.

Lucknow University offers BSc courses through more than 30 affiliated colleges. The total number of seats offered in BSc courses is 11,069. From which one of the colleges offers the maximum number of seats among other affiliated colleges? Check out the name of the college and its offered seats in the table below:

Institutes	Seats
D.A.V. P.G. College	1090

 

No, Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2027 registrations have not commenced yet. The registration window will be active at cuet.nta.nic.in. NTA will release the CUET 2027 notification in first week of January. Soon after the release of the CUET official notification, the CUET registration 2027 process will commence online at the official website. Candidates willing to appear for the CUET 2027 exam must complete the application form online. Additionally, before filling application form, candidates must make sure that they have fulfilled the prescribed CUET eligibility criteria to qualify for the entrance exam.

Integral University offers scholarships to the BSc (Hons) and BSc programmes students. These scholarships are offered to meritorious students and to students who belong to particular categories. Integral University BSc scholarships are offered in the form of tuition fee waiver to students.

Avinashilingam University Coimbatore is accredited with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) and is approved by UGC (University Grants Commission). Avinashilingam University Coimbatore Tamil Nadu, through various schools of study, offers UG, PG, and other courses to students. These courses are provided across the Interior Design and Resource Management and various other streams. The degree offered by this university is valid everywhere in India. 

Admission to the BSc course at Calicut University is entrance-based. The minimum eligiblity required to apply for the course is Class 12 or its equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 45%-70% from a recognised university. However, as admissions are entrance-based, students are required to secure a valid score in the accepted entrance exams such to be eligible for the BSc course admission. In case a candidate does not score enough, or wants to consider other options for BSc admissions, they can always opt for other colleges offering online BSc course.

In terms of placements, the University has maintained a decent track record. The official placement report or brochure is yet to be released. As per the data gathered from the NIRF report 2024, 156 out of 818 PG (2-year) graduates were placed in 2023. Earlier, 234 out of 803 students were placed in the 2022 drive. Further, the median package offered in 2023 was INR 3.26 LPA, which was almost 32% less in comparison to 2022. Take a look at the below table for a detailed analysis of Central University of Kerala placement trends:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2021)	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)
Total students (PG-2 year)	652	803	818
Students placed (PG-2 year)	330	234	156
Median package (PG-2 year)	INR 3.48 LPA	INR 4.80 LPA	INR 3.26 LPA

NOTE: The above data is fetched from the NIRF report 2024.