Fisheries Officer
Investigates and prevents water pollution to protect aquatic environments, and develops inland fisheries.
Overview
A fisheries officer investigates, detects, and prevents the pollution of waters to protect the aquatic environment. A fisheries officer also looks after the general development of inland fisheries and reservoir fisheries.
Where they work
- Government aquaculture farms
- Central labs
- Fish processing industries
- Aquaculture hatcheries
Work environment
The work timings are typically 5 to 6 days a week for 7 to 8 hours per day. Shift system is applicable.
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You like to analyse problems/ situations
- You like Science
- You like working outdoors
- You pay attention to details
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10 + 2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology).
- 2Complete Bachelor's degree (B.Sc.) in Industrial Fish and Fisheries/Zoology/Chemistry/Fisheries, followed by a Diploma in Aquaculture Management.
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's degree (B.F.Sc) in Fisheries Science, followed by an M.F.Sc in Aquaculture/Fish Processing/Fisheries Extension/Fisheries Hydrography.
- 2For admissions, you have to clear B.F.Sc entrance exams which are conducted by each state.
Forms, exams and applications
B.F.Sc entrance exams conducted by each state. Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
This course is offered by the department of Fishery Sciences.
Government institutes
- Asutosh College, Kolkata, West Bengal
- Government Holkar Science College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Government College of Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh
- Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
- Dr MGR Fisheries College and Research Institute, Ponneri, Tamil Nadu
- Ramdayalu Singh College, Muzaffarpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Government Degree College Boys, Baramulla, Jammu & Kashmir
- College of Fisheries, Agartala, Tripura
- College of Fisheries, Dholi, Bihar
- College of Fisheries, Udaipur, Rajasthan
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Sacred Heart College, Kochi, Kerala
- Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- St Alberts College, Ernakulam, Kerala
- MES Asmabi College, Thrissur, Kerala
- Karim City College, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
- Doon PG College of Agriculture Science and Technology, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
- Phonics Group of Institutions, Roorkee, Uttarakhand
- Jawahar Bharati Degree and PG College, Kavali, Andhra Pradesh
Distance learning
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Fieldman
- 2Fish Overseer
- 3Fisheries Officer
Related careers to explore
Fisheries Development Officer
Starts, plans and implements fishery development projects across harvesting, processing and marketing.
Fisheries Extension Officer
Works with fishing communities to improve farming practices, fish production and incomes.
Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to working outdoors.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Example from the field
Mr. Carlos Fuentevilla — A fisheries officer with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Fuentevilla has done his B.A. in Marine Affairs and Political Science from the University of Miami and his M.A. in Marine Affairs and Policy from Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Miami. He is currently working as a Secretariat member for Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries in the context of food security and poverty eradication.
SourceThis profile is shared for training/educational purposes only, as printed in the source card.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 1, printed page 23 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.glassdoor.com/Salary/Government-Of-India-Fisheries-Officer-115-Salaries-EJI_IE335550.0,19_KO20,37_IL.38,41_IN115.htm
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
Eligibility, fees, exam patterns and admissions change often. Always verify current details on official institute, exam-body or government websites before making decisions.