Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies

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Updated on - Dec 20, 2024

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, established in 2010 by the Kerala government, is India’s first university dedicated to fisheries and allied disciplines. Located in Panangad, Kochi, it offers UG, PG, Doctoral programs in Fisheries Science, along with PG Diploma in Aquarium Science and Technology and a Diploma in Brackish Water and Marine Aquaculture. Admissions are based on an entrance exam conducted annually.

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Highlights

Particulars Details
Established/Type 2010 / Public
Approved by UGC, ICAR, and AICTE (for B.Tech)
Set by Government of Kerala
Entrance Exam KEAM, CAT, GATE, and KUFOS CEE
Courses Offered UG, PG, Ph.D., PG Diploma, and Diploma
Application Mode Online
Selection Criteria Entrance Exam Based
Top Recruiters Export Inspection Agency, Seafood Exporters Association of India
Campus Area 69 Acres
Facilities Available Library, Swimming Pool, Hostel, Museum, Aquarium, and Lab Services
Official Website http://www.kufos.ac.in/

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Courses Fees & Eligibility Criteria

Course Fees Eligibility
B.F.Sc ₹35,610 (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% + NEET UG
MBA ₹77,910 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50% + CAT
M.Sc ₹65,910 - ₹77,910 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50%
B.Tech ₹87,910 (1st Year Fees) 10+2 with 50% + KEAM
M.F.Sc ₹53,310 (1st Year Fees) B.F.Sc. + AIEEA (PG)
Diploma ₹21,000 (Total Fees) 10+2
M.Tech ₹72,910 - ₹89,910 (1st Year Fees) B.Tech with 60% + GATE
Ph.D ₹51,910 (1st Year Fees) Post Graduation with 55% + NTA
Certification ₹5,000 - ₹5,500 (Total Fees) ITI/Diploma/B.Tech./B.F.Sc
Fellowship ₹42,000 (Total Fees) Post Graduation

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Admission Process

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), a top state university in Kerala, specializes in fisheries and ocean sciences. It offers UG, PG, PhD, Diploma, and Certificate courses across disciplines like Engineering, Management, and Fisheries Science. Admissions are based on entrance exams such as KEAM, CAT, GATE, and the university's own KUFOS CEE. KUFOS boasts a dedicated placement cell, providing opportunities in seafood plants and sea-based industries, with a strong placement record of around 80%. The university postponed PG spot admissions to October 27-29, 2020, requiring candidates to bring original documents.

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Faculty

Designation Name Department Contact Number
Assistant Professor Binu Varghese Department of Aquaculture 9447501644
Assistant Professor Dr. Shyla G Department of Aquaculture 9567764391
Assistant Professor (Fish Taxonomy) Dr. Rajeev Raghavan Department of Fisheries Resource Management 9995449260
Assistant Professor (Fishery Biology) Dr. Anvar Ali P H Department of Fisheries Resource Management 9048106657
Assistant Professor Dr. Gijo Ittoop Department of Aquatic Animal Health Management 7736560431
Assistant Professor Rahul Krishnan Department of Aquatic Animal Health Management 8089308724
Assistant Professor Dr. Ranjeet K Department of Aquatic Environment Management -
Assistant Professor Judith Das Department of Aquatic Environment Management 8848029647

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Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Highlights

Institution Type Public
Faculty Student Ratio 8
Website http://www.kufos.ac.in/

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Rankings

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#30 in 2024 Agriculture

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Courses and Fee Structure

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Courses offered by Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies

LLM [Master of Laws]

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Exams Accepted by Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies

CAT

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies Reviews

Overall Rating

3.5

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Academics & Faculty

3

Fees & Scholarships

4.1

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3.3

College Infrastructure & Hostel Facilities

3.5

Clubs & Associations

4

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Darijames3 Batch 2023 BFSc [Bachelor of Fisheries Science]
3.7
Reviewed on May 01, 2022
2.5 Placements
5 Fees

Placements & Internships : For icar student(non Keralites) it is 3000 rs per month scholarship Itc , different sea food plants in India and abroad , aquaculture Hatchey and farm in India and abroad , Percentage of the placement involved more than 80 percent

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Aiswaryasali2017 Batch 2021 BFSc [Bachelor of Fisheries Science]
4.1
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2021
3.5 Placements
5 Fees
3.5 Academics
4.5 Infrastructure
4 Campus

Placements & Internships : Final year we have RFWE (equivalent to internship) for duration of 6 months and stipend is provided for the same (₹8000/-per month) . Campus placements are. available.Every year students are recruited to many countries including South Afr

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Susan Shibu Batch 2017 BFSc [Bachelor of Fisheries Science]
4.5
Reviewed on Dec 03, 2017
4.5 Placements
4.5 Fees
4.5 Academics

Placements & Internships : I don't have any internships right now. Average salary ranges from 2.5 to 5 lakhs(INR). It also varies according to the type of jobs. Almost 99% of students get placed.

Entrance Exams & Admissions : Qualify the NEET examination and there is the

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Akshara Mohan Batch 2016 Others
2
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2016
1 Academics
2 Fees
2.5 Placements
2.5 Infrastructure

Placements & Internships : I dont know more about this. Some interships are there. i didnt get any kind of stipends.

Academics & Faculty : Everything from my college is good, fine facilities, labs and faculties also better than

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