The scope in the field of fishery science is huge today. With the advent of globalization as well as rise in the popularity of sea food in foreign countries, a career in this field is very much sought after. There are many areas where a student of B.F.Sc can pursue after the completion of his studies. Research is on other option available for them. Fish genetics and biotechnology is one area where a professional in the field of Fishery Science can do research work. More details about the scope after the B.F.Sc course are given below.

Scope for Higher Studies after B.F.Sc

The field of Fishery science is currently becoming one amongst the most lucrative career options in the industry today. Various institutions in our nation today impart students with courses of this field.

Students can choose to go for the Masters level program in Fishery Science (M.F.Sc). This course is offered at:

• Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT), Kochi (post-harvest technology)
• Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), Bhubaneswar (freshwater aquaculture)
• Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi (mariculture)

Students who have a graduate level degree in Science can apply for these courses. Admittance to these courses is done as per the marks secured by students in the All-India Agriculture Postgraduate Combined Entrance Test carried out by the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR). Doctoral programs are offered in Fishery sciences too. Admittance to this course is done through an entrance exam carried out by the Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE).

Career Opportunities after B.F.Sc

The career opportunities for students of B.F.Sc are many nowadays. The areas where they can get jobs are mentioned in detail below:

Jobs in the private sector:

• Aquaculture - Farms
• Aquaculture - Hatcheries
• Fish Processing Industries
• Quality Central Labs

Jobs in the Public Sectors:

Jobs with the State and Central governments can be got by students of B.F.Sc. Recruitment for state government jobs are done through the State Public Service Commissions or the UPSC. Jobs are available in the State Fisheries Department.  Besides this, aspirants can become a Scientist in the Central Fisheries Institutes after they clear the ICAR - A.R.S. exam. Another option available for them is to work with banks. They can work as

• Agricultural Officers and
• Fisheries Officers

Opportunities abroad:

Many private sector firms as well as Universities take in students of B.F.Sc. Good jobs with lucrative salaries await students who are well qualified and have good experience.  The initial salary for freshers in the field of fishery science will be approximately Rs. 15,000 - Rs. 25,000.