M.Sc. in Zoology 

at Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala

To get admission in Punjabi University, Patiala, candidates should have either appeared or passed the Class 12 exam from the CBSE board or any equivalent examination recognised by a council/board/university. The selection process is based on the merit scores obtained in the qualifying exam or through national-level/university-level entrance exams. After the entrance exams, candidates are further selected through counseling sessions. For specific and detailed admission criteria, it is advisable to refer to the official website of Punjabi University or contact their admissions department directly.

To be considered eligible for admission to the MSc programme, candidates need to meet specific criteria. Firstly, they should have obtained a minimum aggregate of 50% marks at the graduate level. This requirement ensures a satisfactory academic foundation for pursuing advanced studies. Additionally, for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC category, a relaxation is provided, and they must have a minimum aggregate of 45% marks to qualify for admission. This inclusive policy aims to promote diversity and equal opportunities in higher education.

The two-year MSc The programme offered by Punjabi University in 16 specialisations. Out of all these, admission to three specialisations is offered via an entrance test conducted by the University. For the remaining thirteen specialisations, admission is based on merit scores in the qualifying exam. The basic eligibility criteria is a pass in BA/ BSc With a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% in the case of SC/ST & Physically Handicapped students).

The two-year MSc programme offered by Punjabi University includes a variety of specialisations. Admission to three specialisations is offered through an entrance test conducted by the University, while the remaining thirteen specialisations admit students based on their merit scores in the qualifying examination. 

MSc Specialisations via Entrance Exam:

1. Botany (Hons)
2. Biotechnology (Hons)
3. Microbial & Food Technology (Hons)

MSc Specialisations with Merit-Based Admission:

1. Applied Mathematics and Computing
2. Mathematics
3. Applied Physics
4. Astronomy and Space Physics
5. Physics
6. Physics (Nano Science & Technology)
7. Chemistry (Physical, Organic, and Inorganic)
8. Environmental Sciences
9. Forensic Science
10. Geography
11. Human Genetics
12. Sport Science
13. Zoology

Yes, Punjabi University, Patiala offers the BTech degree. It is offered under five specialisations: Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The eligibility criteria for BTech admission require a minimum grade point average of 50% (45% for reserved categories) in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English as subjects. Additionally, candidates with a B.Sc. degree with 60% aggregate (55% for reserved categories) or a Diploma in Engineering and Technology with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories) are also eligible to apply.

Punjabi University imparts over 800 courses in a variety of fields ranging from Engineering, Law, Science, Arts & Humanities, Commerce and Accounting, Management, Computers & IT, Pharmacy to Library sciences, and many more. Admission to all these courses is based on the aggregate score of the candidates in the qualifying exams. Tabulated below are a few Punjabi University courses along with their percentage:

Class 12 with 45-50 %

Courses	Eligibility
BTech	Class 12 with 45-60 %
BA	Class 12 with 50 % Bachelor's Degree with 45-50 %
BSc	Class 12 with 45-60 %
MSc	Bachelor's Degree with 50 %
BA	Class 12 with 33-50 %
BA
Check here for course-wise percentage required.

Punjabi University is a state public university located in Patiala, Punjab. It was established in 1962 and is the second university in the world to be named after a language. Punjabi University has over 70 teaching and research departments under its umbrella. The disciplines offered are Arts, Humanities & Sciences. The university has more than 270 affiliated colleges, 9 campuses, 12 constituent colleges, and 6 regional colleges. With a campus sprawling across 600 acres, at present, Punjabi University offers various Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PG Diploma, UG Diploma, Certificate and Doctorate degree programmes.

Punjabi University does not offer scholarships of its own. Students of Punjabi University can avail of various government-sponsored scholarships. Some of the scholarships are Merit Cum Means Based Scholarship, Loan Scholarships Scheme, State Harijan Welfare Scheme, UGC Post-Graduate Merit Scholarship, and many more. There are different eligibility criteria for the schemes. Candidates must visit the official website and read about the prerequisite requirements. If the candidate has fulfilled the criteria of the chosen scholarships, then they must fill out the application form and submit it.

Hostel fees for Engineering Hostels (I. e. Band Singh Bahadur, Mai Bhago Hostel & Bebe Nanki) is INR 920 per month whereas for other Hostels it is INR 420 per month. There are six residential Hostels for boys and seven residential Hostels for girls. The Hostels have all modern amenities for comfortable living for 4000 students. The hostels are given on a merit basis only. The students of low-income groups can be given free accommodation in the University Hostels. Residents of a hostel, where a cooperative mess is being run shall have to pay INR 5000 in advance as a mess bill. This amount is refundable/adjustable as and when the student leaves the hostel or the mess is closed permanently.

Department of Open & Distance Learning (previously known as the Department of Distance Education) was established in 1968. The department offers Post-graduate, Undergraduate, Diploma and Certificate Courses. The multi-faculty department is running 33 academic/professional programmes.