Sri Venkateswara University was established in 1954 in temple town of Tirupati. The University gives great emphasis on research, teaching and other activities in different subjects. The University offers postgraduate, doctoral, and M.Phill courses in many different streams. The University also offers postgraduate Diploma, Junior diploma and certificate courses. Sri Venkateswara University offers M.Sc courses through entrance test.

Structure of Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test (SVURPGCET)

The pattern of Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test is objective in nature. The total marks of the entrance test are 100. The test paper is divided in to three sections. There are separate markings for each section A. The total marks for Section A are 30 marks, for Section B is 30 marks, and Section C is 40 marks. One mark will be awarded for each correct answer. There is no negative marking for any wrong answer. The question papers will be available in both English and Telugu. The candidate should mark the answers in the OMR sheet provided.

Syllabus of Structure of Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test

Section A

• Biology of invertebrates
• Cell Biology

Section B

• Animal Physiology
• Ecology
• Evolution
• Genetics

Section C

• Principles of Aquaculture

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates who have completed B.Sc. with Zoology / Fisheries / Aquaculture / Industrial Fisheries are eligible to apply for applying for M.Sc aquaculture entrance exam. The candidates should have obtained a minimum of 40% marks in aquaculture in the qualifying exam. Another important criterion for admission of M.Sc course is to have obtained a minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying exam. The candidates who are appearing for the final year examination are also eligible for applying for the exam. The candidates who are appearing for supplementary exam are not eligible for the entrance exam.

How to apply?

The candidates can purchase the application form along with the instruction booklet from the banks and post offices at specified places. The cost of the application form is Rs. 320/-. The candidates can also obtain the application forms through post from Convener, SVURPGCET-2011, Directorate of Admissions, S.V. University, Tirupati-517 502. For this the candidate has to send a demand draft of Rs. 350/- drawn in favour of The Convener, SVURPGCET-2011 payable at Tirupati. It is mandatory to write the name and address clearly on the reverse side of the demand draft. The Xerox copies for date of birth extract or SSC certificate, marks statements of the qualifying exam is to be enclosed along with the completed application forms. The completed application form along with the enclosures should be sent The Convener, Svurpgcet-2011, Directorate of Admissions, First Floor, SBI Building, S.V. University, Tirupati , PIN: 517 502 on or before the last date of submission.

How to fill the Form?

Proper care must be taken while filling the application form. All the entries should be filled as incomplete application forms will be rejected. Enter the name, date of birth as given in the HSC School Certificate. The code of the test center should be entered carefully as the University will not allow a change of test center. Provide full address of communication along with the Pin Code. Provide signature in the space provided. Go through the application once again before submitting to check the missed enteries.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last date of applying: Last week of November, 2012

Last date for late applications: Last week of November, 2012 (With a fine of Rs.500/-)

Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test Centers

• Tirupati
• Kadapa
• Nellore
• Kurnool
• Anantapur

Contact Address for Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test

Address: The Convener, Svurpgcet-2012, Directorate of Admissions, First Floor, SBI Building, S.V. University, Tirupati, Pin: 517 502 (SVURPGCET)

Colleges Accepting Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test Score

S.V.U College of Sciences, Tirupati

Reference Books for Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test Exam

• Biology of the Invertebrates by Jan Pechenik
• Reproductive Biology of Invertebrates, Asexual Propagation and Reproductive Strategies  by Adiyodi , K G Adiyodi , Rita G Adiyodi
• Biology by Peter H Raven , George B Johnson
• Biology by Sylvia S Mader
• Cell Biology by A Channarayappa
• Cell Biology by C B Powar
• Cell Biology by Reeta Arora
• Animal Physiology by R C Sobti
• Animal Physiology by Agarwal , Verma , Tyagi
• Animal Physiology by Ashok Kumar
• Ecology by Brian Lane
• Ecology by Harshvardhan Bhaskar
• Genetics by Dr P K Gupta
• Aquaculture: Principles and Practices by T V R Pillay , M N Kutty
• Aquaculture by Venugopal S
• Aquaculture by Keshav Kumar Jha
• Aquaculture by J C Davenport , Kenneth Black , Gavin Burnell
• Freshwater Aquaculture by Rath Rk

Coaching Centers for Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc Aquaculture Entrance Test

• Kamat Education
• Triumphant Institute for Management Education (T.I.M.E.)
• Brilliant Tutorials
• Sahil Study Circle
• Aakashdeep Tutorial
• Agarwal classes
• Zephyr
• Tandem
• Aakash Tutorials
• Hierank School of Competitions
• Pathfinder Academy
• Sri Krishna Academy
• Career Forum Warangal
• DAMS
• Newton Academy
• Oasis Education Services

Study Plan

The candidate should be thorough in the subjects at the graduation level. The candidate should keep a note of all the key points and use it for reference. The candidate should try to do as many objective questions as possible in the concerned subjects. The candidate should refer to old question papers available. The candidate should discuss with seniors who have already cleared the entrance test to know about the test. The candidate should cover the difficult topics first and then move on to the easy ones. The aspirant should refer to as many books available in market. The candidate should join coaching classes in case of difficulty in studying alone.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The candidate can obtain the results Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc. Aquaculture Entrance Test in the official website of the University http://www.svuniversity.in.

Score Validity

The score of Sri Venkateswara University M.Sc. Aquaculture Entrance Test is valid for one year.