Courses at Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University - Nagapattinam Courses & Fees 2026

Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University was established in 2012 and is located in Nagapattinam, Tamil Nadu. It is a top ranked premium state university focusing on fisheries education and research. The university has been ranked 3rd by ICAR in 2024 under the Fisheries Universities category, and 32nd by NIRF in 2024 under the Agriculture and Allied Sectors category. The college also holds the 1st position as a State Agricultural University within Tamil Nadu. TNJFU (a part of the Government of Tamil Nadu) offers UG, PG, Doctoral, and Vocational courses to students. These courses are provided across various departments including engineering, management, and specialized fisheries science related fields like Aquaculture, Aquatic Animal Health, and Fish Processing Technology. Tamil Nadu Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Fisheries University has been recognised by the UGC and ICAR. Further, TNJFU provides BFSc, MFSc, B.Tech, and PhD programs as flagship courses and focuses on aquaculture, fisheries engineering, & fisheries business management areas. The institute is located in a scenic Vettar River View Campus, equipped with the latest innovations and facilities. Tamil Nadu Fisheries University has a dedicated team of 600 faculty members for its 1500 total enrolled students, showcasing their commitment to academic and research development. TNJFU is driven and promoted by the Government of Tamil Nadu. Located in Nagapattinam, this reputed state university accepts ICAR AIEEA, TNEA, GATE, CEETA, and CAT scores and conducts its own entrance examination (TNJFU Entrance Examination) for admissions to various programs. The university faculty are professionals with years of academic and research experience.