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Amount (INR)

Total Programme Fee (2 Years)

INR 80,000

Total Fees

INR 80,000

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture Admission 2026

Event	Date
APPGCET Registration Start	February 9, 2026
APPGCET Registration Close	March 19, 2026
APPGCET Admit Card Release	April 20, 2026
APPGCET Examination	May 8, 2026 to May 11, 2026
AUCET Examination	June 2026
Counselling Commencement	July 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

APPGCET is conducted by Sri Venkateshwara University, Tirupati, for AP state M.Sc admissions.

AUCET is conducted by Andhra University for admission to AU and affiliated college M.Sc programmes.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

B.Sc in Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Zoology, Fishery Science, or a related Life Science subject with minimum 50% marks from a recognised university

Qualifying score in AUCET (Andhra University Common Entrance Test) or APPGCET in the relevant subject

SC/ST/OBC candidates may be eligible for relaxation in minimum marks as per AP state norms

Admission Process

Appear for the entrance examination and check the result for your rank

Participate in AU or AP state counselling for choice filling

Seat allotment is based on entrance rank, category, and preference order

Report to AU CoST Vizag with original B.Sc mark sheets, entrance scorecard, and category certificate for verification and admission

✓ Opt for this if

You have a marine biology or fishery science background and want to specialise
You want a coastal aquaculture degree from a central university in Visakhapatnam
You plan a career in shrimp/fish farming, hatchery management, or coastal fisheries
You are comfortable with Andhra Pradesh and eastern coast field-work settings

✗ Skip if

You want an M.Sc in freshwater fisheries or inland aquaculture at a specialised fisheries university
You plan to work in north Indian states where this specialisation has limited industry presence
You are targeting research roles requiring a Ph.D. and prefer a directly research-focused programme

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
AP State Post-Matric Scholarship	As per state government norms	SC/ST/OBC/EWS students domiciled in Andhra Pradesh
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships	As per central government norms	Eligible students across categories via scholarships.gov.in

Apply for AP state scholarships via apepass.apcfss.in before the notified annual deadline.

NSP scholarships require an Aadhaar-linked bank account for direct disbursal.

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture at Andhra University CoST Vizag?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc in Coastal Aquaculture at Andhra University College of Science and Technology, Visakhapatnam, is INR 80,000 for the complete programme duration. Students are advised to verify the latest fee structure with the Andhra University Directorate of Admissions, as fees may be revised annually.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture admission at AU CoST?

Ans. Admission is based on scores in AUCET (Andhra University Common Entrance Test) or APPGCET (Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test) in the relevant Life Sciences subject. APPGCET 2026 was held from May 8 to 11, 2026, and AUCET 2026 was held in June 2026. Counselling was conducted in July 2026 for the 2026-27 academic session.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture at Andhra University?

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc degree in Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Zoology, Fishery Science, or a related Life Science subject with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university. A qualifying score in AUCET or APPGCET in the appropriate subject group is also required. SC/ST/OBC candidates may be eligible for a relaxation in the minimum marks requirement as per AP state government norms.

Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture from AU Vizag?

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture can pursue careers in shrimp and fish hatchery management, aquaculture consultancy, government fisheries departments, coastal fisheries monitoring, and food testing laboratories. Research roles in marine science institutes such as CMFRI or CIFA, or further doctoral study at universities with marine science departments, are also common paths for graduates of this programme.

Ques. Is M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture affiliated to Andhra University or a separate entity?

Ans. The M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture programme is offered by the College of Science and Technology, which is a constituent college of Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. The degree is awarded by Andhra University, which is a recognised central university. The college is located on the main Andhra University campus in Visakhapatnam.

Ques. What scholarships are available for M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture students at AU CoST Vizag?

Ans. Students from SC/ST/OBC and EWS categories domiciled in Andhra Pradesh can apply for AP Post-Matric Scholarships via apepass.apcfss.in. National Scholarship Portal scholarships at scholarships.gov.in are also available for eligible students across categories. Both platforms require Aadhaar-linked bank accounts, and annual applications must be filed within the notified deadline for fresh and renewal scholarship recipients.

Andhra University, College of Science & Technology Visakhapatnam M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture Fees 2026

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture Admission 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Admission Process

AU CoST Vizag M.Sc Coastal Aquaculture Scholarships 2026

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