B.F.Sc. Scope

After completing a BFSc degree, you can explore various government job opportunities in the field of fisheries and allied sectors. Government jobs after BFSc can be found in departments and organizations that focus on fisheries management, aquaculture, research, conservation, and related areas. Here are some government job options for BFSc graduates:Job ProfilesDescriptionAverage Salary (in INR)Fisheries Development OfficerThey work with government departments to promote sustainable fisheries practices, implement regulations, and advise fishermen and aquaculturists on best practices.3 LPAFisheries InspectorThey monitor fishing activities to ensure compliance with regulations, prevent overfishing, and contribute to the conservation of aquatic resources.5 LPAResearch Assistant/ScientistGovernment research institutions, agricultural universities, and fisheries departments hire research assistants and scientists to conduct research on various aspects of fisheries, aquaculture, and marine ecosystems.5.8 LPAAquaculture Extension OfficerExtension officers provide technical guidance and training to fishermen and aquaculturists to improve their practices, enhance production, and ensure sustainable resource utilization.6 LPAFisheries Inspector/OfficerThese roles involve monitoring fishing activities, enforcing fishing regulations, and ensuring sustainable practices.5 LPA

Hi, you can refer below for the career options after doing B.F.Sc:Government sector Jobs are available for fisheries graduates in the fisheries department of both the state and the central government. A fisheries graduate can apply for the post of District Fisheries Development Officer, Fisheries Extension Officer (FEO), and Assistant Fisheries Development Officer (AFDO). Jobs are also available for UG and PG graduates in Fisheries Survey of India (FSI), National bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Food and Agriculture organisation (FAO), World Health organisation (WHO), Marine Product Export Development Authority (MPEDA), National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) and Network of Aquaculture Centers in Asia-Pacific (NACA). Teaching and Research Biochemist, technicians, research assistant and biologist are the various posts are available in the academic institutes for the BFSc Graduates. The department of fisheries in the fisheries institutes and colleges hires MFSc Graduates for the post of Assistant Professor. One can also become a scientist in Central Research Institutes such as CMFRI, NFDB, CIFT, CIFA, CIFE, CIBA, etc. by passing Agricultural Research Service (ARS) exam of ICAR. Private sector jobs are available in fish breeding farms, seafood processing firms, pharmaceutical companies, fish farms, fishing industries, hatcheries, seafood export companies, and quality central labs.Opportunities for the post of fisheries officer and agricultural officer in the national and private banks operating in India.Wide opportunities are available in countries such as China, Japan, USA, Australia, Canada, and in the countries of Africa and Europe. Self-employment After completing BFSc or MF Sc The graduates can become entrepreneurs by starting own fisheries and aquaculture firms, fish processing, and marketing industries, feed manufacturing industries and so on.