Core Skills
Insect biology, Taxonomy, Field and laboratory methods, Statistics, Scientific writing
Life Science, Agriculture & Environment
Entomologist
Entomologists study insects and their roles in agriculture, health, ecology, biodiversity and managed environments.
Education Route
Biological, agricultural or environmental-science study followed by entomology specialisation supports research and applied roles.
Future Outlook
Progression depends on verified qualifications, experience and role requirements.
Career Overview
Entomologists study insects and their roles in agriculture, health, ecology, biodiversity and managed environments.
Role and Responsibilities
Work varies by employer and specialisation. Typical verified occupational functions include:
- Design insect surveys or experiments
- Collect and identify specimens
- Analyse life cycles and populations
- Evaluate ecological or control interventions
- Report research and practical findings
Skills to Build
- Insect biology
- Taxonomy
- Field and laboratory methods
- Statistics
- Scientific writing
Education Pathway
Biological, agricultural or environmental-science study followed by entomology specialisation supports research and applied roles.
Eligibility and Admission Route
Eligibility is Programme-specific. Verify qualifying subjects, prior qualifications, admissions and professional requirements directly on each linked university offering; no universal examination claim is made here.
Career Progression
Progression varies by sector, employer, professional rules and further study.
- Field or laboratory assistant
- Entomologist or research associate
- Senior specialist
- Research or programme leadership
Sources and Provenance
Occupational scope is grounded in the Government of India National Classification of Occupations. Education routes use the verified Krishnangan pathway graph and the relevant official guidance below.
Authoritative sources
Verified academic pathways
Related Courses
Each course maps to an exact validated specialization for Entomologist.
Primary pathway
Master of Science
Entomology
- Pathway type
- Primary academic pathway
- Verified programmes
- 33
Verified programme providers
Universities Offering These Courses
32 verified Universities offer matching programmes for Entomologist.
Central Agricultural University
- M.Sc. Agriculture - EntomologyAgriculture - Entomology · Primary
- M.Sc. Agriculture - EntomologyAgriculture - Entomology · Primary
Centurion University of Technology and Management
- M.Sc. Agriculture - EntomologyAgriculture - Entomology · Primary
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth
- M.Sc. Agriculture - Agricultural EntomologyAgriculture - Agricultural Entomology · Primary
Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University
- M.Sc. (Horticulture) - Entomology(Horticulture) - Entomology · Primary
Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry
- M.Sc. (Agri.) Entomology(Agri.) Entomology · Primary
Eternal University
- M.Sc. Agriculture EntomologyAgriculture Entomology · Primary
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Entomologist do?
Entomologists study insects and their roles in agriculture, health, ecology, biodiversity and managed environments.
Which education route supports a Entomologist career?
Biological, agricultural or environmental-science study followed by entomology specialisation supports research and applied roles.
What eligibility should students check?
Check the exact qualifying subjects, prior qualifications, admission process and any professional requirements published for each linked university Programme.
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