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Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University (APFU), established to promote education and research in the field of fisheries and aquaculture, invites applications for admission into its 2-year Diploma in Fisheries programme for the academic year 2025–26. With the growing demand for skilled professionals in the fisheries sector, this diploma aims to equip students with practical knowledge and technical skills necessary for a career in aquaculture, inland and marine fisheries, and related industries. Admission is based on SSC marks and is open to eligible students across Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University Admissions Open for 2025–26
Diploma in Fisheries Admission 2025–26
University Camp Office:
5th Floor, Vishal Residency, Opp. Siddhartha Engineering College, Tadigadapa, Vijayawada – 524134
Website: www.apfu.ap.gov.in
Email: apfunsp@gmail.com
Important Dates:
Start of Applications: 30 May 2025 (Friday)
Last Date to Apply: 20 June 2025 (Friday)
Web Options: To be announced
Other Activities: Will be posted on the official website
Program Overview
Program: Diploma in Fisheries
Duration: 2 Years
Medium of Instruction: English
Admission Basis: SSC Marks only (No entrance exam)
Eligibility Criteria
Must have passed SSC or equivalent examination
Must belong to Andhra Pradesh
Age between 15 and 22 years as on 31.08.2025
Not pursuing or completed Intermediate or higher education
Reservation & Seat Allotment
Rural Quota:
75% seats for Non-Municipal area (Rural) students
25% for Municipal (Urban) area students
Community Reservation:
Open Category – 50%
Backward Classes – 29%
BC-A: 7%, BC-B: 10%, BC-C: 1%, BC-D: 7%, BC-E: 4%
Scheduled Castes – 15%
Scheduled Tribes – 6%
Special Categories:
Children of Armed Personnel (CAP): 2%
NCC: 1%
Sports: 0.5%
Physically Handicapped: 5%
EWS Quota: 10% (Supernumerary)
Women: 33.33% in each category
List of Fisheries Polytechnics (with 55 seats each)
1. Sri MVKR Fisheries Polytechnic, Krishna District (Constituent – Govt.)
2. B.R. Fishery Polytechnic, Anakapalli (Affiliated – Pvt.)
3. Bellamkonda Fisheries Polytechnic, Prakasam (Affiliated – Pvt.)
4. Pydah College of Fisheries Polytechnic, Kakinada (Affiliated – Pvt.)
5. Srinidhi Fisheries Polytechnic, Prakasam (Affiliated – Pvt.)
6. Sri Venkateswara Fisheries Polytechnic, Kadapa (Affiliated – Pvt.)
7. Sri Hari Fishery Polytechnic, Kurnool (Affiliated – Pvt.)
Fee Structure (1st Year)
Constituent Polytechnic: ₹27,105
Affiliated Polytechnic: ₹52,300
Application Fee
General: ₹800
SC/ST/PH: ₹400
Note: Non-refundable. Payment via UPI, Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking.
Documents Required for Admission
SSC Marks Memo
Bonafide/Study Certificates (Class 4 to 10)
Transfer Certificate (TC)
Non-Municipal Area Certificate (Form-I)
Caste, Income/EWS, PH, CAP, NCC, Sports Certificates (if applicable
Instructions & Notes
Admission is based purely on merit in SSC marks
Web-based counselling and options must be exercised online
Hostel facilities available at both Govt. and Pvt. polytechnics
Fee once paid is non-refundable
Counselling updates will be posted only on the official website
Mere application does not guarantee admission
All certificates must be original at time of admission
Documents should be uploaded in PDF and photo in JPG format
Contact Information:
Phone: 0866-3500560
Mobile: 8985318321
Website: www.apfu.ap.gov.in
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