St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) Mangalore B.Sc Zoology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) conducts its own entrance test called the SAU-ET (St Aloysius University Entrance Test) as part of the admission process. The SAU-ET is an online test of 1 hour duration consisting of 50 MCQs covering General Knowledge, Aptitude, English, and subject-oriented questions. After the SAU-ET, shortlisted candidates are called for an interview/interaction with the admission committee. Final admission is based on a combination of previous academic performance, SAU-ET score, and interview performance. There is no requirement to appear for CUET-UG, KCET, or any other external entrance exam for B.Sc Zoology at this university.

Ans. The choice of combination depends on your career goals. Botany+Zoology is ideal if you are interested in ecology, wildlife, or environmental sciences. Chemistry+Zoology is a good choice if you plan to pursue biochemistry, pharmacology, or medical-related fields later. Microbiology+Zoology is suited for students interested in research, clinical microbiology, or biotechnology. Biochemistry+Zoology and Biotechnology+Zoology are excellent for students targeting research or biotech industries. The department offers value-added courses and lab training across all combinations, so the learning environment is strong regardless of the combination chosen.

Ans. Graduates of B.Sc Zoology from St Aloysius can pursue careers in wildlife conservation, environmental management, research institutions, healthcare, and education. Many students go on to pursue M.Sc Zoology, M.Sc Environmental Science, or MBA in related fields. Competitive exam pathways include GATE-XL (Life Sciences), CSIR-NET, and civil services. The department actively prepares students for competitive exams through its value-added course on "Preparatory Course for Competitive Exams in Life Sciences." Alumni have secured positions in research institutions, government agencies, and international organisations.

Ans. Yes, St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) has separate hostels for boys and girls on the main campus. The hostel fee is Rs. 75,000 per year, which covers food (veg and non-veg mess), accommodation, water, electricity, room rent, and maintenance. The hostel has facilities including well-furnished rooms, purified drinking water, generator backup, solar hot water, library, prayer hall, CCTV surveillance, and recreation facilities. 50% of hostel seats are reserved for students from socially and economically weaker sections. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for B.Sc students.

Ans. St Aloysius University has a structured fee refund policy aligned with UGC guidelines. If you withdraw your admission on or before 30th June 2026, you are eligible for a full refund of fees paid, with only Rs. 1,000 deducted as a processing fee. If you withdraw between 1st July and 15th July 2026, you still get a full refund minus Rs. 1,000. An 80% refund is given for withdrawals between 1st-15th July; 50% refund for withdrawals between 16th-30th July; and no refund is given for withdrawals after 31st July 2026. The application fee, however, is non-refundable once the application number is generated.

Ans. Yes, several scholarships are available specifically or particularly relevant for B.Sc Zoology students. The INSPIRE Scholarship by DST (Government of India) is exclusively for B.Sc students and provides Rs. 80,000 per year to top performers in Class 12 board exams. The Sir C.V. Raman Scholarship is specifically for students studying Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, or Zoology (any 2 subjects) with a minimum of 65% in PUC. Additionally, the university's own management scholarships - Vidwath Spoorthi (for 95%+ in PUC), Vidya Spoorthi (need-cum-merit, 60%+), and Kreeda Spoorthi (for sports achievers) - are available to all UG students including B.Sc Zoology students. Government scholarships for SC/ST, OBC, minority, and economically weaker sections are also available through the SSP and NSP portals.