February 21, 2024
Ph.D. in Zoology – USTM
The Department of Zoology at USTM offers research opportunities in several areas, including Cell & Molecular Biology, Ecology & Wildlife Biology, Fish & Fishery Biology, Entomology, and Animal Physiology & Biochemistry. Some of the research thrust areas include:
- Assessment of Biodiversity and species status categorization
- Wildlife survey and population estimation
- Habitat assessment and eco restoration
- Wildlife conservation and management
- Increase fish production by adopting fish culture practice
- Diversification of agricultural practices through fish farming
- Integrated fish farming with different farming systems
- Ornamental fish culture and trade practice
- Fish preservation and processing of value-added fish products
- Silkworm and Mulberry Entomology
- Post-Harvest Cocoon and Reeling Technology
- Popularization of low-cost Technologies for sustainable Sericulture
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible candidates aspiring to pursue the course need to have attained a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum aggregate score of 55% (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates) or an equivalent grade from a recognized university/institute of higher learning.
Duration
3 years
Fees
Admission Fee: Rs. 60,000