VisvaBharati Birbhum M.Sc Zoology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The M.Sc. Zoology program at this central university involves an online application process, followed by an entrance exam in Bolpur and merit-based admission. The Zoology department is highly esteemed, with all faculty members holding PhDs and offering quality education through approximately 40-45 lectures per subject. The program is affordable, particularly for students from SAARC countries, while non-SAARC students may find it more expensive. B.Sc. admission starts at around Rs. 6000, followed by Rs. 3000 annually, with a Rs. 310 exam registration fee.

Master's fees are higher due to lab costs. Hostel fees range from Rs. 350 to Rs. 600 monthly, based on room choice. Payments are managed online for transparency. Placement opportunities, though infrequent, exist in social work and rural studies, with some students moving on to PhD studies. The current M.Sc. batch has 5 students with Junior Research Fellowships preparing for PhDs. Scholarships like the Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means Scholarship and others provide financial aid, with eligibility based on academic performance.