Bachelor of Fisheries Science [BFSc]

Annamalai University’s BFSc is a four-year undergraduate programme offered by the Faculty of Marine Sciences at Parangipettai, with ICAR accreditation. Admissions are merit-based on Class 12 scores in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, with no entrance exam required. The annual tuition fee is INR 31,210 and the programme admits 60 students per batch. Graduates are eligible for roles as Fisheries Inspector, MPEDA officer, and in various ICAR institutions.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to apply is 30 July 2026.

Key Points

• Faculty campus at Parangipettai provides direct access to coastal ecosystems
• GIS Laboratory and seaworthy boats used for field fisheries research
• Reference museum with 63-year authenticated marine specimen collection
• Entrepreneurship learning integrated via ELP training for aquaculture ventures

Annamalai University BFSc Fees 2026

• Tuition fee is INR 31,210 per annum as per the 2024-25 prospectus.
• Hostel accommodation is compulsory for all BFSc students at the Parangipettai campus.
• SC/ST students pay a reduced hostel charge of INR 24,000 per year excluding mess.
• Caution deposit of INR 5,000 is refundable on successful course completion.

Annamalai University BFSc Admission 2026

• Online counselling schedule will be published on the official website after July 30, 2026.
• Online counselling fee is INR 2,000 for general category and INR 500 for SC/SCA/ST candidates.
• Candidates not attending counselling on the allotted date forfeit their slot for that phase.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Pass in 10+2 or equivalent with Biology (or Zoology and Botany), Chemistry, and Physics from a recognised board
• Minimum aggregate of 70% for OC (65% for BC/BCM, 60% for MBC/DNC) in Biology and Science subjects combined
• Age must not exceed 21 years as on July 1 of the admission year (no upper age limit for SC/SCA/ST candidates)
• Candidates from vocational stream must have studied Biology and an approved vocational subject such as Fisheries, Agriculture Practice, or Agriculture Science

Admission Process

• Register and submit the online application form on annamalaiuniversity.ac.in before the last date
• Upload Class 12 mark sheets and community certificate (if applicable) at the time of application
• Merit list is prepared based on aggregate Class 12 marks in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics following Tamil Nadu reservation rules
• Shortlisted candidates receive an online counselling slot notification based on their merit rank
• Pay the online counselling fee of INR 2,000 (INR 500 for SC/SCA/ST) before attending counselling
• Selected candidates complete admission formalities and pay all prescribed fees to secure the seat

✓ Opt for this if

• Keen on marine fisheries, coastal aquaculture, or fisheries management as a career
• Seeking an ICAR-accredited degree for government fisheries department eligibility
• Open to residential campus life at a dedicated coastal marine science faculty
• Prefer merit-based admission without an entrance exam requirement
• Planning to pursue M.F.Sc or research after the undergraduate programme

✗ Skip if

• Targeting corporate campus placements or high-paying private sector roles
• Unable to commit to compulsory residential hostel accommodation
• Seeking a programme located on the main Annamalainagar campus
• Looking for a broad science degree rather than a specialised fisheries programme

Annamalai University BFSc Scholarships 2026

• SC/ST students pay a reduced hostel room rent of INR 19,000 per year.
• The remaining mess fee of INR 27,000 per year is adjusted from the Post Matric Scholarship amount.
• Apply for state scholarships through the Tamil Nadu e-scholarships portal before the notified deadline.

Annamalai University BFSc FAQs

Ques. Is the BFSc programme at Annamalai University a government programme?

Ans. Yes. Annamalai University is a Tamil Nadu state public university established in 1929 under the Annamalai University Act. The BFSc programme is offered under the ICAR-accredited Faculty of Marine Sciences, making graduates eligible for government fisheries department positions and jobs in various ICAR research institutions across India. The university is also accredited with the A+ grade by NAAC.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation compulsory for BFSc students at Annamalai University?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is compulsory for all BFSc students. The Faculty of Marine Sciences is located at Parangipettai, 12 km from the main Annamalainagar campus, in an area providing direct access to estuaries, mangroves, and coastal seawaters. Annual hostel and mess charges are INR 50,000 for general students. SC/ST students pay INR 24,000 for room rent and establishment charges, with mess fees of INR 27,000 per year covered by the Post Matric Scholarship.

Ques. What entrance exam is required for BFSc admission at Annamalai University?

Ans. No separate entrance exam is required for most BFSc seats at Annamalai University. Admission is merit-based on Class 12 marks in Biology (or Zoology and Botany), Chemistry, and Physics. A small number of seats is filled through the ICAR All India Entrance Examination for Admission (AIEEA-UG) under the ICAR quota. The online counselling fee is INR 2,000 for general category and INR 500 for SC/SCA/ST candidates.

Ques. What are the career options after BFSc from Annamalai University?

Ans. BFSc graduates from Annamalai University are eligible for roles as Fisheries Inspector, Assistant Director of Fisheries, and MPEDA aquaculture officer in government fisheries departments. They can also join banking institutions under agri-finance divisions, food processing units, and various ICAR research organisations. The programme also prepares students for M.F.Sc postgraduate studies and research careers in marine and fisheries science.

Ques. Can students from outside Tamil Nadu apply for BFSc at Annamalai University?

Ans. Yes, students from across India can apply for BFSc at Annamalai University. Any candidate who has passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with the required subjects and percentage is eligible to apply. Seat allotment follows Tamil Nadu government reservation rules, and a consolidated merit list is prepared from all eligible applicants across categories.

Ques. When does online counselling for BFSc 2026 take place at Annamalai University?

Ans. The online counselling schedule for BFSc 2026 will be published on the official university website at annamalaiuniversity.ac.in after the application window closes on July 30, 2026. Candidates must pay a non-refundable counselling fee before the scheduled date. Those who miss their allotted counselling slot forfeit admission rights for that round and may be placed on a waiting list if vacancies arise later.