Zoology colleges in India

Hi, there are 2,850+ best Zoology colleges in India that offer full-time, distance/correspondence, part-time, online and blended courses. Among these 850+ colleges are owned by the government,  770+ colleges are owned privately and 500+ colleges are owned by semi-government institutions. CUET is the top entrance exam for admission to best colleges for BSc Zoology in India. Students can pursue Zoology in courses like BSc, MSc, PhD, MPhil, BSc (Hons.), B.Ed, etc., from the best Zoology colleges in India. Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Hindu College, Hansraj College, Miranda House, PSG College of Arts and Science are the top Zoology colleges in India.

Hi, Hindu College is the top Zoology colleges in India according to NIRF under the 'Colleges' category for the year 2024. 

Hi, listed below are the top locations to pursue Zoology in India:

Location	No. of Colleges
Delhi NCR	60+
West Bengal	150+
Andhra Pradesh	120+
Uttar Pradesh	300+
Kerala	100+
Maharashtra	150+
Karnataka	90+

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• Zoology Colleges in Delhi NCR
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• Zoology Colleges in Andhra Pradesh
• Zoology Colleges in Kerala

Hi, the top BSc Zoology colleges in India are given below:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
BHU	INR 3,000	CUET
Hindu College DU	INR 88,410	CUET
Hansraj College DU	INR 540	CUET
Miranda House	INR 56,790	CUET
Loyola College	INR 99,680	Merit-Based
Amity University Noida	INR 3.9 Lacs - INR 5.2 lakh	CUET and Merit-Based

Hope this helps!

IIT BHU was just another engineering college within a university. By an ACT of Parliament, IT-BHU changed its affiliation to IIT (BHU) Varanasi on June 29, 2012. The Institute immediately created procedures and practises in accordance with IIT standards after becoming an IIT. IIT BHU was placed 13 among all Engineering colleges across the country in the NIRF Rankings 2022, making it one of the most sought-after engineering options.

Hi, the top courses to pursue Zoology in are mentioned below:

Top Courses	No. of Colleges
BSc	2000+ colleges
MSc	1,200+ colleges
PhD	130+ colleges
MPhil	40+ colleges
BSc Hons	19 colleges
B.Ed	4

Hope this solved your query!

Hi, zoology colleges in India does offer Diploma courses and you can refer below for some of them:

College Name	Tuition Fee	Eligibility / Exams
University of Madras	INR 4 lakh	Merit-Based
Vikram University	INR 11,780	Merit-Based
Tantia University	INR 1.3 lakh	Merit-Based

Hope this helps!

Hi, the top private Zoology colleges in India with their tuition feeand eligibility criteria:

College Name	Tuition Fee
Loyola College	INR 28,140 - INR 88,680
Chandigarh University	INR 1.68 lakh
Amity University Noida	INR 2.16 Lacs - INR 5.2 lakh
LPU	INR 2 Lacs - INR 3 lakh

Eligibility criteria differ for UG, PG, and PhD courses in zoology. A Science stream candidate who clears Class 12 with Biology as a subject is eligible for admission to BSc Zoology. For the PG course in Zoology subject, BSc/BSc (Hons) in Zoology is a must, though candidates who passed BSc/BA in medical and allied medical sciences/biosciences/life sciences are also eligible to apply.

For a PhD, a Post-graduation degree in a relevant discipline with 55% (50% for SC/ST candidates) is a must.

Yes, Aligarh Muslim University admission to most of the courses is based on CUET scores. Admission to AMU undergraduate courses including  BSc (Hons.) Community Science, BA (Hons/Research), BVoc in Production Technology, Polymer and Coating Technology and Fashion Design & Garment Technology and BSc (Hons/Research) is completely based on valid Central University Entrance Test (CUET-UG) scores. From the academic session 2022, all the central universities along with a few state-deemed universities and private universities started accepting CUET scores for admission to their UG and PG courses. 

Listed below are a few reasons why studying zoology is a worth considering decision:

• Understanding Biodiversity: Zoology provides insights into the diversity of animal life on Earth, including their evolutionary history, ecological roles, and adaptations to different environments. 

• Career Opportunities: Zoology opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities in fields such as wildlife conservation, research, education, Veterinary Science, etc.

• Conservation and Environmental Awareness: Zoology courses emphasize the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship by studying animal behaviour, ecology, and biodiversity. 

• Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: Zoology courses teach students to think critically, analyze data, and evaluate evidence in scientific research.

Yes, there are a few Distance Colleges that are offering Zoology courses in India. Some of the best options are mentioned below -

Distance Colleges offering Zoology	Tuition Fee
Bharathidasan University Visakhapatnam	INR 19,200 - 34,000
Bharathidasan University Distance Learning	INR 17,300
Vidyasagar University	INR 14,000 - 41,000
IGNOU	INR 28,000
YCMOU Nashik	INR 40,000

Source - Multiple external/official sites, data may vary.

Zoology offers immense scope to a candidate who has done a master's degree in the Zoology subject. No one can understand animals and their behavioural patterns like Zoologists do. So they have lots of options in terms of career. They can work as Animal Behaviorists, Conservationists, Wildlife biologists, Zoo curators, Wildlife educators, Zoology Faculty, Forensic Experts, Lab Technicians, and Veterinarians.

The Amity University Noida is a good choice for students as it has been accredited grade A by NAAC. Good placements are offered here with the highest package being INR 61.75 LPA during 2023. 

 

The eligibility criteria for CPGET admission -

• Meet the score of qualifying marks in the concerned subject(s)/course(s).
• Appear for the CPGET acc. to assigned date & venue.
• She entrance test may be conducted before the results of the qualifying exam are released.
• So make sure to apply for your candidature on the college website.
• Passing the entrance test alone does not guarantee admission.
• Make sure to pass other eligibility requirements as well like -age, merit, GD, PI, etc.
• During counselling, candidates need to submit the necessary documents listed in the instructions.

Yes, here are some popular Zoology specialisations you can study:

Ethology	Ethologists study the evolution of behaviour and the understanding of behaviour in terms of the theory of natural selection.
Biogeography	Biogeography is the specialisations of zoology. It studies the spatial distribution of organisms on the earth and focuses on topics like plate tectonics, climate change, dispersal and migration, and cladistics.
Physiology	This specialisation studies the mechanical, physical, and biochemical processes of living organisms by attempting to understand how all of the structures function as a whole.
Structure	The cell biology or structure studies the structural and physiological properties of cells. This includes cell behaviour, interactions, and environment. This is done on both the microscopic and molecular levels.
Evolution	Evolutionary research is concerned with the origin and descent of species and their change over time. It generally involves scientists who are trained in particular organisms such as mammalogy, ornithology, herpetology, or entomology.

Source - Multiple external/ official sites, info may vary.

A candidate who has passed Bachelor’s degree of 3 years duration (B.Sc. or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university can apply for this course. Apply for your candidature in the desired college. Also fill the registration form to appear in the said entrance exam. After the basics, make sure you're updated on the college/ exam guidelines. Make sure your documents are in place for a seamless counselling and seat allocation process.

You have a plethora of options

• Biomedical science
• Ecology and evolutionary biology
• Animal behavior and neurobiology
• Cell and developmental biology
• General zoology
• Genetics
• Marine biology

Source - Multiple external/ official sites on the web info may vary.

Yes, ofcourse, Chandigarh University's rise in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026 strengthened its global reputation as well. When a university performs well in the regional rankings, it gains higher visibility among international evaluators and employers. The improvement from 271–280 in 2022 to 109 in 2026 shows consistent progress in parameters like academic and employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, and research output, which are also considered in the global rankings. Due to this continuous rise in Asia, Chandigarh University improved its global standing too. 

Kerala University was founded in 1937 and one of the first 16 universities in Indian. The university is recognised by the UGC and accredited by NAAC A+ Grade.  The university appoints well-trained and expert faculty members. The university facilitates its students with a library, auditorium, seminar or conference halls, guest houses, internet & Wi-Fi, hostels, and canteen, among others.

LPU does not offer direct admission. However, admission to few courses is merit-based.  Aspirants scoring a 65% aggregate have a good chance of getting admission in LPU. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the university to apply online. To apply for LPU, aspirants need to register for LPUNEST for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses. LPU admission to most of the courses is based on LPUNEST score. However, national-level entrance exam scores are also accepted for admission to BA LLB (Hons), MBA, BTech, etc. Candidates must complete Class 12 for UG courses and graduation for PG courses. The selection rounds are followed by counselling and document verification.

Yes, Osmania University is worth the hype. Osmania University Hyderabad India is ranked 53 under the 'Overall',  30 under the 'University', and 7 under the 'State Public University' category in the NIRF 2025 Rankings. Osmania University Hyderabad Telangana is also ranked under the 1201-1400 band in the QS World University Rankings 2026. 

 For a few courses, such as MA, BA, MLib, etc., admissions are completely based on merit in the last qualifying examination. Students must go through the Panjab University CHD-conducted/ national-level entrances and then appear for the university-level selection rounds for final admission at Panjab University.

The cutoff marks of Guwahati University vary from course to course. The university has provided minimum qualifying cutoff marks for admission to a majority of courses offered by Guwahati University. Candidates must have at least 45 percent aggregate in their UG programme to become eligible for the PG programme. For the M.Tech programme, candidates must have secured at least 50 percent aggregate and for MEd and Integrated MSc-PhD, students just need a relevant UG degree to be eligible. 

Yes, a degree from Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow, is valid for government jobs. It is a central government university established by an Act of Parliament. As a centrally recognised university, its degrees are considered legitimate for government job applications across India. The university is recognised by the UGC and accredited by the NAAC Grade A+.

The University was established as the Central University of Jammu and Kashmir. It was established along with 15 other Central Universities by an Act of Parliament in 2009. The University has been granted 503+ acres of land during its establishment by the state government. CUK has 21 schools and 21 constituent teaching departments. These establishments offer 40+ PG, UG, Diploma, Research, and Vocational programmes.

Univerity of Madras is a state public university in Chennai. Madras University has also been recognised by the UGC. It ahs been ranked 38th under "University" category, 68th under "Overall" category & 18th under "State Public Universities" by NIRF 2025. BTech & MBA are the flagship courses of the university. Overall, it is a very good university in terms of rankings, infrastructure, faculty, etc.

Bharathidasan University has experienced faculty members who are degree, diploma, and certificate holders. Candidates can check some of the Bharathidasan University faculty details in the following table:

Faculty Name	Faculty Qualification
Dr. A. Edward William Benjamin (Professor and Chair, School of Education)	MA /MSc (Physics) /M.Ed /MPhil ( Edn.) /PhD (Education)
Dr. A. Tholappan (Professor and Head)	PhD in Education MPhil in Educational Technology M.Ed in Education M.A in Economics SLET in Education UGC-NET in Economics SLET in Economics
Dr. K. Rajendran (Associate Professor)	-