Job opportunities and earning potential of Fishery Science professionals.

Which are the various job opportunities for professionals holding degree in fishery science?

There are job openings available in Fisheries department in state government. Some of the posts are Assistant Fisheries Development officer, fisheries extension officer or District development officers. Central government agencies like Marine Product Export Development Authority, Fisheries Survey of India (FSI), NIO, WHO etc.

Those who want to work in academic field can apply for the post of Research Assistant, , Biochemist, Biologists etc. Professionals can also work as Assistant Professor in the faculty of Fisheries.

Fisheries graduate can also start their own business enterprises. They can get engaged in feed development, feed sales, ornamental fish culture and breeding, aquaculture, commercial pearl production, hatchery and seed production.

There are many seafood processing, fish farms, hatcheries and export units that employ professionals from this field.

How much a professional of Fishery science can earn in his career?

To start with the fresher’s of fishery science can earn a salary in the range of Rs.6000/- to Rs. 15000/-, which increases with the experience, position in the industry and the expertise the aspirant is having. Those who have post graduate degree and are holding managerial positions can fetch a higher salary in established establishments. Also, depending on the area of specialization the remuneration differs.