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M.Sc. in Zoology 

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M.Sc. in Zoology
 at 
NEHU Shillong 
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Total Tuition Fees

Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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NEHU Shillong 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
3,360
11,900
1,080
16,340
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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.5/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements4.5
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.5
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.5
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.5
Money Review IconValue for Money4.5
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M.Sc. in Zoology - Batch of 2018
Offered by North Eastern Hill University, Shillong
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Overall it is the best university for M.Sc. in zoology course.
Placements: We have 60 students in the M.Sc. Zoology and the pass rate for this subject is 70% each year. In terms of packaging, the maximum level is 17 LPA, the lowest is 2 LPA, and the average is 13 LPA. The top recruiters on campus include Clarivate, IUCN, and ZSL. 60% of students got internships from the institution through their work. Top roles offered are research scientist, wildlife manager, and others.
Infrastructure: The facilities in our university are top-notch, and we just don't really use all the facilities well. Exercise is also available for students. Classrooms have projectors, boards, and everything. Our university offers an air-conditioned computer room with new technology PC. It provides everything required for the students.
Faculty: Teachers are well-qualified and student-friendly. Doubts asked by students can be clarified and cleared. There are many councils and committees such as student committees, disciplinary committees, and many other committees to make students more organized. The semester exams are moderate and the pass rate is around 70%.
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M.Sc. in Zoology - Batch of 2018
Offered by North Eastern Hill University, Shillong
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
The best college for M.Sc. in Zoology.
Placements: About 85% of the students were placed in our college. The maximum package is 9 LPA, while the minimum package is 3 LPA. The average is 5 LPA. WWF India, Biocon, and ICAR are among the top employers. About 75% of students secured internships. The available positions are Research Associate, Project Coordinator, and Lab Analyst.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our university is very good. The college has a good Wi-Fi system, a library, and classrooms. The college has well-organized labs. The college has hostels, a canteen, and a mess, besides medical facilities, sports, and games for the students. The hostel is safe and secure for all the students. Good food is also served in the canteen.
Faculty: The faculty of the college is really good; they are knowledgeable, helpful, and competent. The teaching environment is good. They always help the students in their studies, and the course curriculum is nicely designed. It prepares the students for the future, and the semester exams are challenging but fair, with a pass rate above 85%.
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M.Sc. in Zoology - Batch of 2018
Offered by North Eastern Hill University, Shillong
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
The best university for M.Sc. in Zoology.
Placements: The placement opportunities are good. Most students are placed in their field of study. For example, prominent corporations such as Stryker, Philips, and Medtronic handle 85% of the hiring. The average salary package is 11 LPA, with the lowest being 3 LPA and the highest being 20 LPA. In addition, students are provided with internships in their field of study.
Infrastructure: The facilities are excellent. For example, everyone has free internet access. There is also a sizable playground with a basketball court, a football field, an instrument house for drumming and singing, and more. In addition, our classroom is air-conditioned and immaculate. Finally, our canteen produces healthy and hygienic food.
Faculty: Our faculty members are extremely knowledgeable, and their combined body of knowledge is vast. They are always prepared to help us understand any difficult or incorrect concepts in any study book. They thoroughly explain everything and prepare us for the final exam and the job market. As a result, 90% of our students pass the course.
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M.Sc. in Zoology - Batch of 2020
Offered by North Eastern Hill University, Shillong
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North Eastern Hill University is a good University.
Placements: Our University Studies are beautiful. The placements here work very well. All students are posted for internship before placements. Jobs are also available here as a teacher, In forest department, Marine industry, Wildlife technician, etc. The highest package for this job is about 5 L LPA.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our university is very nice. Our university has an internet facility, and the security is very tight. There is also a football field, a basketball field, and a hockey field. And there is a wonderful landscaped garden for time passing and singing. And our canteen and food court are very clean and healthy. The food quality is very hygienic. Our class room is totally air-conditioned. Our library and laboratory are very peaceful places for outstanding studies. All over, it is very good.
Faculty: All our faculty are very knowledgeable; their knowledge is vast, like an ocean. When they teach us, then we do not need any further study at home. But even after that, if any students have trouble with their studies, the teacher will come to the library, and they will clear all concepts very nicely. They also take a pre-test exam before the final exam. Lastly, our sir and ma'am are very good.
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M.Sc. in Zoology - Batch of 2020
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North Eastern Hill University is a good institute.
Placements: Our university studies are very wonderful. Placements are also well received. All are sent to internships before placements. Jobs are available for many different positions, like forest officer, wildlife officer, animal nutritionist, and marine biologist. Overall, our university gives us various chances.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our university is very beautiful. Our class room is fully air-conditioned. And our laboratory is very clean; everything is equipped. Also, the library is very peaceful and our library is filled with all types of books that meet your requirements. Our university is totally internet-based. After all, it is okay.
Faculty: Our faculty are very knowledgeable. When they study, there is no requirement for further study. All the time, they motivated us and practiced exam papers for better results. They teach us how to handle any situation with a peaceful mind. They also study where we get fault. Then they prepare for the final exam.
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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the highest placement package in NEHU?
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The NEHU the highest package offered to 2024 passing out batch was INR 10.80 LPA, which was comparatively higher than the package offered in 2023 and 2022. The table below represents the highest package trends from NEHU Shillong placements from 2022 to 2024:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)Placement Statistics (2024)
the highest packageINR 4.10 LPAINR 4.20 LPAINR 10.80 LPA
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Q:   Are admissions to various courses at the NEHU University Shillong based on CUET?
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Not all course admissions at NEHU University Shillong are based on CUET. BTech admissions are based on JEE Main. For various courses like BCA, BA, BSc, and others, CUET is accepted by the NEHU University Shillong. CUET (Common University Entrance Test) is an all-India level entrance examination which is conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency) for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The competition is high so prepare well in advance to clear the CUET exams with good scores.

Q:   Is studying at NEHU Shillong expensive?
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Studying at NEHU Shillong is relatively affordable, considering the fee structure at which the courses are offered. The University offers courses at the UG and PG level on the basis of Class 12 and graduation aggregate, along with valid scores in accepted entrance exams. The fee structure of the courses include a total tuition fees ranging from INR 1.68 K to INR 2.07 Lakh. Considering the fees structure offered, the University offered courses at a reasonable price. 

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Q:   What are the fees at NEHU Shillong?
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NEHU Shillong offers courses at the UG and PG levels in full-time mode for durations varying from 2 years to 5 years. Admission to the respective courses is offered on the basis of merit and entrance. The University offers respective courses at the total tuition fees ranging from INR 1.68 K to INR 2.07 Lakh. 

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Q:   Does NEHU Shillong offer scholarships to students?
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NEHU Shillong provides various scholarships to undergraduate and postgraduate course students as financial assistance. The below-mentioned are some of the scholarships offered by North Eastern Hill University:

Scholarships NameScholarships Eligibility Criteria
Students’ Aid FundFinancial assistance to deserving and poor students
Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)Candidates who are no more than 35 years of age for men and 45 years of age for women as with a valid Master’s Degree from a recognised university securing a minimum of 55% aggregate and have qualified in the National Eligibility Test (NET)

Note: There are many other scholarships offered by the university for them please visit the official website of the university.

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M.Sc. in Zoology
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median SalaryINR 4.80 Lakh
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Important Dates

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COURSE
CUET-PG
Dec 18 - 24, 2025
CUET-PG-CUET PG Exam NotificationTentative
Jan 2 - Feb 8, 2026
CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Application ProcessTentative
Feb 7 - 10, 2026
CUET-PG-CUET PG 2026 Application Process Online FeeTentative

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Students also asked

Q:   Is NEHU Shillong worth taking admission in 2025?
A: 

North-Eastern Hill University Meghalaya (NEHU) is ranked 106th by QS Ranking under the Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia category and 401-450 by QS Ranking 2024 under the Asian University Rankings. North Eastern Hill University was established in 1973 by an Act of Parliament. The university ranking is quite good. Hence, it is worth taking admission in this university in 2025. 

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Q:   Is NEHU Shillong hard to get?
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Admissions to NEHU Shillong is offered on the basis of merit and valid scores of accepted entrance exams. Candidates must secure a minimum aggregate in Class 12 for admission to UG level courses. Whereas, for PG level courses, candidates must secure valid scores in accepted entrance exams such as JEE Main, CUET UG/PG, CAT/MAT/AIMA and other national-level examinations suitable for the chosen course.  

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Q:   How is the overall vibe of NEHU Shillong?
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NEHU Shillong offers a lively and academia centric environment for the students. the University conducts various activities, and events to provide industry-oriented exposure for students within the walls of the University. Furthermore, the students receive various opportunities through the extracurricular activities conducted by the University proactively. Apart from this, NEHU Shillong organises events and fests to celebrate the culture and social diversity present at the university.

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Minimum qualification is 50% marks in qualifying exam. Then cutoff will depend on factors like numbers of candidates appeared in exam and difficulty level of exam.

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Answered 5 years ago

EDIT: Admission to general courses has started. Fill the form quickly. The last date is 24 Nov 2020. https://nehu.ac.in/public/uploads/Admission-notice-Gen-PG-Ph.D-2020-21.pdf Hello Manisha, The general course admissions have not started yet. Last year it started in July but this time due to this p

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Sanjana raj

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Answered 6 years ago

Checkout this link, it will help you https://www.shiksha.com/university/north-eastern-hill-university-shillong-24782/admission Mostly, they follow their own syllabus.

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Sahil Rana

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Answered 6 years ago

Hi, Only those candidates who have passed a three year degree course with Honors in Zoology shall ordinarily be considered for admission to M. Sc course. However, the marks of the candidates with three year degree pass/general course shall be down-scaled by a factor of 1.4 to make it equivalent to B

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Dr. Uma Sinha

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Answered 7 years ago

Please refer to the link provided below where you can download college brochure which contains details regarding important dates of admission. https://www.shiksha.com/science/course/m-sc-in-zoology-north-eastern-hill-university-shillong-268151 Alternatively, you can visit college web site for detai

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