Panjab University Chandigarh B.Sc {Hons.} Zoology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The Bachelor of Sciences program has an admission process that includes an entrance test and considers 12th Board marks. Candidates are ranked, with one candidate reporting a 13th rank. The faculty is highly qualified, offering guidance and support during college hours. The faculty-to-student ratio varies by subject, with industrial microbiology having 9:1 and chemistry 50-60:1. The academic system is semester-based with exams that range from mediocre to tough. Zoology department fees are Rs.

8,000-9,000 annually, with an additional Rs. 2,500 per semester for exams. Overall tuition averages Rs. 50,000 annually, with BSc Zoology costing Rs. 11,000-12,500 plus Rs. 3,000-4,800 in exam fees. Scholarships are available for SC, OBC, sports, and defense family students. Hostel fees are Rs. 12,000 annually. Placement opportunities are limited, with Akash Institute recruiting 5-6 students annually from the department. Some agriculture sprayer companies hire based on academic performance. Internships are mostly in summer, with limited departmental support.

EWS students receive fee relaxation if family income is below Rs. 3 lakh. The placement cell's performance varies, with better opportunities in engineering and dental fields.