Career After MSc Zoology: Salary 2025, Jobs, Top Recruiters, Placements

Updated on May 20, 2025 05:58 IST

Zoology career scope is promising if you have a keen interest in animal Biology. MSc Zoology is a two-year PG course where you can study animals' Biology, structure, and behaviour.During this program, you'll get an in-depth know-how of animals' anatomy, behaviour, categorization, physiology, and geographic distribution.

After this, you can opt for work fields like Forest Services, NGOs, Research, Food Production, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Pharmaceuticals, and so on. The jobs are available in both government and private sectors. Job profiles for you are Veterinary Assistant, Wildlife Biologist, Conservationist, Research Biologist, Animal Breeder, Lab Technician, Assistant Professor, etc.

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MSc Zoology Top Career Profiles

Here are some job options you can explore after you complete the MSc Zoology course.

Job Profiles

Job Description

Average Salary 

Veterinary Assistant

They take care of animals, clean their cages and kennels, maintain the clinic's equipment, monitor animal's health, perform admin duties, communicate with customers, etc.

INR 2.7 LPA

Wildlife Biologist

Their primary task is to study the population of animals in the wild. They conduct research on animals, collect and analyze data, manage animal populations, develop conservation plans, etc.

INR 4.5 LPA

Animal Breeder

Their job role is to study the genetics, reproduction, nutrition, growth and development of domestic and farm animals and apply the knowledge to breed animals for a specific character offspring.

INR 4.9 LPA

Conservationist

They work to protect and restore the diversity of life on Earth. They advocate the preservation of wildlife, manage and develop policies for forests, etc.

INR 7.2 LPA

Lab Technician

A Lab Technician in an Animal's lab usually receive blood or other samples of animals, conducts tests on them, prepares reports, manages data, etc.

INR 2.7 LPA

Assistant Professor They deliver lectures and lessons to students at colleges and universities. They also prepare course materials, create assignments, administer tests, etc. INR 5.6 LPA

Note - The information is taken from Ambitionbox.com.

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MSc Zoology Scope in India: Jobs, Salary and Further Education

Here are some top employment areas under the GOI that you can seek a job in after your MSc Zoology.

Employment Sectors Details
Indian Forest Services The Indian Forest Service (IFS) is a prestigious government service that includes the management and conservation of forest resources. MSc Zoology postgraduates can apply for this service, especially if they have a strong interest in wildlife conservation.
Wildlife Sanctuaries Several government and private organizations are set up to preserve wildlife, creating more career opportunities in this field such as Wildlife NGOs, Indian Forest Departments, National Parks, Wildlife conservation organizations, and more.
Research Orgazniations There are numerous Animal Research Organizations across the country such as the Indian Society of Animal Genetics and Breeding (ISAGB), Indian Society of Animal Genetics and Breeding (ISAGB), Advanced Institute of Integrated Research in Livestock and Animal Science (AIIRLAS), etc., hiring Zoology students for various job roles.
Educational Institutions MSc Zoology postgraduates can work for educational institutions as Assistant Professors, Lab Assistants, etc., for the specific subject under the Zoology department.
Indian Railways Indian Railways also hires students for various roles, including Veterinary Doctors and Technicians. MSc Zoology postgraduates can find employment opportunities in animal husbandry and healthcare for animals.

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Top Recruiters for MSc Zoology Students in India

Here are some top recruiting companies in India that hire MSc Zoology postgrads for a variety of job roles in India.

Animal Research Institutes
Central Sheep and Wool Research Institute Directorate of Poultry Research National Dairy Research Institute
Indian Veterinary Research Institute National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources National Institute of Animal Nutrition and Physiology
Food Processing
Nestle India Ltd Marico Ltd Anand Milk Union Limited (AMUL)
Britannia Industries Ltd Hindustan Unilever Dabur Ltd
Veterinary Pharma
Indian Immunologicals Ltd. (IIL) Hester Biosciences Ltd. Elanco India Pvt. Ltd.
Venkateshwara Hatcheries (Venky’s) Pfizer Animal Health (Zoetis) Alivira Animal Health
Animal NGOs
People for Animals India Peta India Visakha Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (VSPCA)
Sanjay Gandhi Animal Care Centre (SGACC) Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) Animal Rahat

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Best MSc Zoology Colleges for Placement (in India)

Here are some top MSc Zoology colleges in India options in India offerin great placement options, that you can refer to.

Best MSc Zoology Colleges Average Package Offered
Bharathi College Placements INR 30 LPA
Government PG College, Ramnagar Placements INR 23.5 LPA
Kolhan University - KU Placements INR 19.8 LPA
Mumbai University Placements INR 18 LPA
Delhi University Placements INR 16 LPA
Dibrugarh University Placements INR 11 - 14.55 LPA
Chaudhary Bansi Lal University Placements INR 13.32 LPA
Kalyani University Placements INR 11 LPA
Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College Placements INR 9.68 LPA
University of Calcutta Placements INR 9.2 LPA

Note - The information is taken from the official body of the college.

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Popular MSc Zoology Specializations

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