Presidency University Kolkata M.Sc Fees Structure 2026 & Admission Process

The course I joined in Presidency University for the first time was B.Sc. in Zoology, in 2011. After completing it, I joined the M.Sc. course too, in 2014. The eligibility criteria for the admission examination in Zoology was at least 70% marks in the 12th standard examination, with Biology as a compulsory subject. There was an entrance examination which was conducted by the University itself. At present, the University has given the task of conduction examination to the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board. I loved biology, especially the animal sciences part since the 8th standard. I opted for the admission examination after my 12th standard examination, only in this university and cracked it. Also, the excursion was in the syllabus, which was another major incentive. Initially, I decided to do a PhD in the subject, which changed later. The course subjects were Zoology as the major, Chemistry and Physiology as the Extra Departmental or pass subjects. The syllabus was extensive and covered almost all the aspects of the major i.e. Zoology. Chemistry syllabus was a bit basic, but the professors made up to it. Physiology syllabus was, again, more hands-on, which was really engaging. Yes, there are a number of job opportunities even if you move out of academics.

There are a number of administrative posts across the country and international fields in zoological surveys, forests and conservation projects, zoological parks, etc. In the case of India, there are a number of posts in the Central Staff Selection Commission, which are reserved for students of Zoology only. In case of UPSC, or the state PSCs, you can opt for Zoology as one of the optional subjects, which can help you score better. Also, you can opt for the Forest Service examinations on both state and national level, if you go through this course. Even if you go for private-sector jobs, there is a rising demand from students of this course. Also, in light of the recent pandemics and environmental misbalances, there is an increasing demand for students of Zoology who have hands-on experience.