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Ornamental Fish Farmer

NQR Code:QG-04-AG-03560-2025-V2-ASCI

  • Old Code: QG-04-AG-03560-2025-V2-ASCI

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About this Qualification

Job Description

An Ornamental Fish Famer is responsible for breeding, seed production and rearing of seeds of different types of ornamental fish of domestic and export value. The individual may also set up and maintain marine and freshwater aquariums and possess knowledge on aquarium accessories like aerator, filters, feeding, aquatic weeds and other substratum materials

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria 1 Criteria 2 Experience Training Qualification
12th Passed No Experience Equivalent
10th Passed 3 years None
Previous NSQF qualification of Level 3.5 1.5 Years None
Previous NSQF qualification of Level 3 3 years None

Progression Pathway

  • Ornamental Fish Farmer (L4)
  • Aquaculture Technical Supervisor (L5)

Learning Module In Job Role/Qualifcation

National Occupation Standards (NOS)/Module NOS Code Mandatory/ Optional Estimated size (Hours) Nos Credit Level
Carry out pond and tank preparation activities AGR/N4936 (v3.0) Mandatory 60 2 4
Assess the feed requirements and culture live feed AGR/N4937 (v3.0) Mandatory 60 2 4
Stock, maintain and harvest the ornamental fish AGR/N4938 (v4.0) Mandatory 60 2 4
Undertake basic entrepreneurial activities for small Enterprise AGR/N9908 (v3.0) Mandatory 30 1 4
Follow the hygiene and safety practices in culture operations AGR/N4955 (v2.0) Mandatory 30 1 4
Employability Skills (60 Hours) DGT/VSQ/N0102 (v1.0) Mandatory 60 2 4
OJT Mandatory 90 3 4
Set up and maintain marine and freshwater aquariums AGR/N4963 (v2.0) Optional 60 2 4