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The B.Sc (Zoology) programme at Smt. Chandibai Himathmal Mansukhani (CHM) College, Ulhasnagar is a three-year undergraduate course spread across six semesters, offered under the aided stream and affiliated to the University of Mumbai (now with Autonomous status granted by UGC). The course covers core areas of animal biology, ecology, cell biology, genetics, physiology, and applied zoology, with a strong emphasis on laboratory practicals. The total fees for the aided course are approximately Rs. 20,000 for the full three-year duration, making it one of the most affordable science programmes in the Thane-Ulhasnagar region. The college has a total B.Sc intake of 480 seats across all science subjects, with Zoology being one of the core aided subjects. The programme is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular among students from the Thane, Ulhasnagar, Ambernath, and Kalyan-Dombivli belt due to its low fees, experienced faculty, and strong academic record.

Admissions for the academic year 2026-27 are expected to open in May 2026, based on the pattern of previous years. For 2025-26, the first merit list was displayed on 27th May 2025, with document verification and fee payment from 28th-30th May 2025. Admissions are merit-based on HSC (Class 12) percentage, with no entrance exam required for the aided B.Sc programme. The 2025-26 admission season is now closed; the next admission cycle (2026-27) is expected to begin in May 2026.

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CHM College holds NAAC B++ accreditation and has been granted Autonomous status by UGC and the University of Mumbai from 2025-26 onwards.
The Zoology Department has a dedicated research laboratory and is recognised for Ph.D. research in Zoology.
The department has experienced faculty including a Vice-Principal (Dr. Shashibhal Pandey) heading the Zoology department.
Students can pursue an Applied Component in their third year, choosing from options like Biotechnology, Environmental Science and Pollution, or Horticulture and Gardening alongside their Zoology specialisation.
The college has a strong NSS, NCC, and DLLE culture, providing students with opportunities for community engagement and co-curricular development.

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CHM B.Sc (Zoology) Fees

The B.Sc (Zoology) programme at CHM College is offered under the aided stream, making it highly affordable compared to self-financing science courses. The total fees for the three-year programme for General/Open category students are approximately Rs. 20,000, inclusive of tuition, laboratory, examination, and other charges. Reserved category students (SC/ST) pay significantly lower fees, often in the range of Rs. 2,693 to Rs. 2,943 per year.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	FY B.Sc (Rs.)	SY B.Sc (Rs.)	TY B.Sc (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	800	800	800
Laboratory Fee	800	800	800
Gymkhana Fee	400	400	400
Library Fee	200	200	200
Examination Fee and Marksheet	2,360	2,360	2,360
Development Fee	500	500	500
Other Charges (Utility, Magazine, ID Card, E-Suvidha, NSS, VC Fund, Alumni, DM Cell, E-Charges, IUSCA, Student Welfare, YuvaRaksha, Admission Processing)	1,008	1,008	1,008
Enrolment Fee (FY only)	200	--	--
Laboratory Deposit (FY only, refundable)	400	--	--
Library Deposit (FY only, refundable)	250	--	--
Caution Money (FY only, refundable)	150	--	--
Convocation Fee (TY only)	--	--	250
Total Fees (per year)	~Rs. 7,068	~Rs. 6,068	~Rs. 6,318
Total Fees (3 Years - General/Open)			~Rs. 19,454

Fees are as per University of Mumbai norms and are subject to revision by the Fee Revision Committee.
Laboratory Deposit, Library Deposit, and Caution Money collected in FY are fully refundable at the time of cancellation or course completion.
Reserved category students (SC/ST/OBC/NT/VJ/SBC) pay significantly reduced fees as per Government of Maharashtra norms; SC/ST students pay approximately Rs. 2,693 per year (FY/SY) and Rs. 2,943 (TY).
No EMI or instalment facility is officially available; fees are to be paid online through the college's fee payment portal.
Fees for 2025-26 may be marginally revised from the above figures as per the latest University of Mumbai circular dated 6th May 2025.
Hostel facility is not available at CHM College; students are required to arrange their own accommodation.

CHM B.Sc (Zoology) Admissions 2026

Admissions to B.Sc (Zoology) at CHM College are conducted through a merit-based process based on HSC (Class 12) marks. The college follows the University of Mumbai's centralised admission schedule. For 2025-26, the admission process commenced in May 2025 with online form filling, followed by merit list display and document verification. The 2025-26 admission season is now closed. The 2026-27 admission cycle is expected to follow a similar schedule, tentatively starting in May 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date (2025-26 Actual / 2026-27 Tentative)
Online Admission Form Filling Opens	8th May 2025 / ~May 2026
Last Date for Form Submission	23rd May 2025 / ~May 2026
Pre-Enrolment on University Portal (muugadmission.samarth.edu.in)	8th - 23rd May 2025 / ~May 2026
First Merit List Display	27th May 2025 / ~Late May 2026
Document Verification and Fee Payment (1st Merit List)	28th - 30th May 2025 / ~May-June 2026
Second Merit List Display	31st May 2025 / ~June 2026
Document Verification and Fee Payment (2nd Merit List)	2nd - 4th June 2025 / ~June 2026
Third Merit List Display	5th June 2025 / ~June 2026
Document Verification and Fee Payment (3rd Merit List)	6th - 10th June 2025 / ~June 2026
Commencement of Lectures	13th June 2025 / ~June 2026

Exam-Specific Dates (MHT-CET 2026 - PCB Stream)

Note: MHT-CET is not mandatory for aided B.Sc (Zoology) admissions at CHM College, as admissions are merit-based on HSC marks. However, students who wish to apply to other colleges or courses may find MHT-CET scores useful.

Event	Date
MHT-CET 2026 Registration Start	10th January 2026
MHT-CET 2026 Registration End	24th February 2026
MHT-CET 2026 Admit Card Release	10th April 2026
MHT-CET 2026 Exam (PCB Stream)	21st - 26th April 2026
MHT-CET 2026 Result (Tentative)	16th June 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed HSC (Class 12) examination from the Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent recognised board in the Science stream.
Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (Zoology/Botany) at the HSC level.
There is no minimum percentage requirement for the aided B.Sc programme; admission is purely on merit based on HSC aggregate marks.

Admission Process

Fill the Pre-Enrolment form on the University of Mumbai portal (muugadmission.samarth.edu.in) and select CHM College as Autonomous.
Fill the online college admission form on the CHM College website (www.chmcollege.in) and pay the form fee of Rs. 100 online.
Check the merit list displayed on the college website.
If selected, report for document verification at the college within the stipulated dates.
Pay the admission fees online through the college's fee payment portal (chmbeta.acadmin.in).
Collect the fee receipt and I-Card to confirm admission.

CHM B.Sc (Zoology) Scholarships 2026

CHM College offers a range of scholarships to meritorious and financially needy students. Being an aided institution, students from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/NT/VJ/SBC) are eligible for Government of Maharashtra freeship and scholarship schemes, which substantially reduce the fee burden. The college also has its own trust-based scholarships for deserving students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship Name	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Government of India Post Matric Scholarship (SC)	SC students with parental income up to Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum	Full fee reimbursement (as per Government norms)
Government of India Post Matric Scholarship (OBC/VJNT/SBC)	OBC/VJNT/SBC students with parental income up to Rs. 1.5 lakh per annum	Partial fee concession (as per Government norms)
Government of India Post Matric Scholarship (ST)	ST students	Full fee reimbursement (as per Government norms)
EBC (Economically Backward Class) Freeship	Students with parental income up to Rs. 1 lakh per annum	Tuition fee waiver
Kishinchand Chilaram Educational Scholarship (Means-cum-Merit)	Minimum 60% in previous year's exam; family income above Rs. 3 lakh	Financial assistance (amount varies)
Geeta Israni Scholarship	Minimum 60% marks; family income not exceeding Rs. 3 lakh	Financial assistance (amount varies)
Indusind Foundation Trust Scholarship	Minimum 70% marks; family income not exceeding Rs. 3 lakh	Financial assistance (amount varies)
Smt. Chandibai Himathmal Mansukhani Scholarship (Merit)	Top-ranking students in respective subjects	Rs. 300 per award
State Government Open Merit Scholarship	Students scoring above 90% in HSC	As per Government norms
National Merit Scholarship	Students securing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd rank at University level	As per Government norms

Government scholarships are applied for through the Maharashtra Scholarship Portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in).
College-specific scholarships require submission of an application to the Principal's office along with marksheets, income certificate, and ID proof.
Scholarship continuation requires maintaining the minimum percentage in each subsequent year.
Students from the Sindhi linguistic minority community may be eligible for additional community-specific scholarships.

CHM B.Sc (Zoology) FAQs

Q1. Is B.Sc Zoology at CHM College an aided or self-financing course?

Ans. B.Sc Zoology at CHM College is an aided course, which means the fees are heavily subsidised by the Government of Maharashtra. General/Open category students pay approximately Rs. 6,000-7,000 per year, while SC/ST students pay as low as Rs. 2,693 per year. This makes it one of the most affordable Zoology programmes in the Thane-Ulhasnagar region.

Q2. What subjects are studied in B.Sc Zoology at CHM College under the University of Mumbai syllabus?

Ans. In FY B.Sc, students study Zoology as part of a combination (e.g., Chemistry-Physics-Zoology or Chemistry-Botany-Zoology). In SY B.Sc, students continue with two subjects (e.g., Chemistry-Zoology or Botany-Zoology). In TY B.Sc, students specialise in Zoology as the main subject along with an Applied Component (such as Biotechnology, Environmental Science, or Horticulture). Topics covered include cell biology, genetics, ecology, animal physiology, developmental biology, and taxonomy.

Q3. What are the career options after B.Sc Zoology from CHM College?

Ans. After B.Sc Zoology, students can pursue M.Sc Zoology (CHM College itself offers M.Sc by Research in Zoology with 8 seats), M.Sc in related fields, B.Ed for teaching, or competitive exams like MPSC/UPSC. Career options include wildlife researcher, lab technician, environmental consultant, high school biology teacher, zookeeper, fisheries officer, and roles in pharmaceutical or biotech companies. Salaries typically range from Rs. 3-6 LPA at entry level.

Q4. Does CHM College offer M.Sc Zoology? What is the admission process?

Ans. Yes, CHM College offers M.Sc Zoology by Research with 8 seats. Admission is as per University of Mumbai rules (Ordinance H.138K). The process involves applying through the college, appearing for a merit-based selection, and registering with the University. PG admissions typically open in May-June each year. For 2025-26, PG admission notices were released in May 2025.

Q5. Is there a hostel facility at CHM College for B.Sc Zoology students?

Ans. CHM College does not have an on-campus hostel facility. Students need to arrange their own accommodation. The college is located in Ulhasnagar, which has good connectivity to Thane, Kalyan, Ambernath, and Dombivli via road and rail, making it accessible for students from nearby areas.

Q6. What is the minimum percentage required for admission to B.Sc Zoology at CHM College?

Ans. There is no officially prescribed minimum percentage for the aided B.Sc programme at CHM College. Admissions are purely merit-based on HSC aggregate marks. However, given the popularity of the college and the limited seats, students with higher HSC percentages (typically 60% and above) tend to secure admission in the first or second merit list. Students with lower percentages may still get admission in subsequent merit lists if seats remain vacant.

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