Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University (TNJFU), Nagapattinam – UG Admissions 2026-2027

Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University (TNJFU), Nagapattinam has officially invited online applications from eligible applicants for admission into B.F.Sc, BBA, B.Tech, and B.Voc programs for the 2026–2027 academic year.

This undergraduate admission is strictly open for 12th standard students who meet the eligibility requirements.


Table of Contents

  • TNJFU Admissions 2026 [Quick Summary]

  • Programmes of Study

  • Constituent and Affiliated Colleges/Institutes of TNJFU

  • Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Subjects of Study in Qualifying Examination

  • Selection Process

  • Application Fee for TNJFU

  • How to Apply for TNJFU Admissions 2026

  • Crucial Dates

  • TNJFU Admissions 2026 Prospectus & Apply Link


TNJFU Admissions 2026 – Quick Summary

Organization Name

TNJFU – Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University, Nagapattinam

Course Category

B.F.Sc, BBA, B.Tech, B.Voc

Academic Year

2026–27

Registration Starts

14.05.2026

Registration Ends

14.06.2026

Apply Mode

Online

Official Website

http://www.artandculture.tn.gov.in

Programmes of Study

Under Graduate Programmes

Professional Courses

  • B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)

  • B.Tech. (Fisheries Engineering)

Self-Supporting Courses

  • B.Tech. (Biotechnology)

  • B.Tech. (Food Technology)

  • B.B.A. (Fisheries Enterprises Management)

Paraprofessional Courses

  • B.Voc. (Industrial Fish Processing Technology)

  • B.Voc. (Industrial Aquaculture)

  • B.Voc. (Industrial Fishing Technology)


Constituent and Affiliated Colleges/Institutes of TNJFU

Constituent Colleges/Institutes

  • Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thoothukudi

  • Dr. MGR Fisheries College and Research Institute, Ponneri, Tiruvallur

  • Dr. MGR Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thalainayeru, Nagapattinam

  • College of Fisheries Engineering, Nagapattinam

  • Institute of Fisheries Biotechnology, Vaniyanchavadi, OMR Campus, Chennai

  • College of Fish Nutrition and Food Technology, Madhavaram Campus, Chennai

  • Paraprofessional Institute of Fisheries Technology, Madhavaram Campus, Chennai

  • Paraprofessional Institute of Aquaculture Technology, Muttukadu, Chennai

  • Paraprofessional Institute of Industrial Fishing Technology, Thoothukudi

Affiliated Private Fisheries College (Minority Institution)

  • St. Devasahayam Institute of Fisheries Science & Technology, Kanyakumari


Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

B.F.Sc. & B.Tech Courses

  • Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2 pattern) from State Board / CBSE / equivalent

  • Only Tamil Nadu candidates eligible (except B.Tech Biotechnology – Other State Quota allowed)

  • Minimum marks:

    • OC – 55% aggregate (4 subjects)

    • BC/BCM – 50%

    • MBC & DNC – 45%

    • SC/SCA – Pass

    • ST – Pass

B.B.A. and B.Voc Courses

  • Pass in Higher Secondary Certificate (any stream recognized)

  • Tamil Nadu candidates eligible for all

  • Other state candidates eligible only for B.B.A. (Fisheries Enterprises Management)


Eligible Subjects of Study in Qualifying Examination

Academic Stream

  • B.F.Sc.: Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology with combinations including Mathematics, Biotechnology, Computer Science, etc.

  • B.Tech (Fisheries Engineering): Mathematics + Physics + Chemistry + Biology/Computer Science/IT combinations

  • B.Tech (Biotechnology): Same eligibility pattern as B.F.Sc. combinations

  • B.Tech (Food Technology) / B.Voc Courses: Any approved Higher Secondary stream

Vocational Stream (5% quota – B.F.Sc only)

  • HSC Vocational students with Biology & Agricultural Practices combinations as prescribed


Age Limit

Category

Age Limit

B.F.Sc & B.Tech (except B.Voc)

OC/BC/BCM/MBC/DNC

Max 21 years

SC/SCA/ST

No age limit

Differently abled

26 years

B.Voc Courses

No age limit


Selection Process

  • Rank List Preparation

  • Counselling


Application Fee for TNJFU

OC/BC/BCM/MBC/DNC (Tamil Nadu)

₹500

SC/SCA/ST (Tamil Nadu)

₹250

Counselling Fee (OC/BC/BCM/MBC/DNC)

₹600

Counselling Fee (SC/SCA/ST)

₹300

Other State Candidates

₹500 + ₹600 counselling fee

Payment Mode

Online


How to Apply for TNJFU Admissions 2026?

  • Visit the official portal: https://www.tnjfu.ac.in/

  • Fill the online application form

  • Upload required documents and certificates

  • Submit before 14.06.2026 (6:00 PM)


Crucial Dates

Online Registration Starts

14.05.2026

Last Date to Apply

14.06.2026


TNJFU Admissions 2026 – Prospectus & Apply Links

Official Website

https://www.admission.tnjfu.ac.in/apply/select-category

Information Prospectus for TNJFU

https://admission.tnjfu.ac.in/public/Documents/TN/Notification/PROSPECTUS.pdf

Online Application for TNJFU

https://www.admission.tnjfu.ac.in/apply/select-category