The Department of zoology of Govt. College for Women Parade Ground Jammu was established in the year 1969.Presently, there are 10 senior lecturers to three classes of B.Sc. part 1st,Part 2nd & part 3rd Zoology subject in all the classes.
In view of huge strength of the students each class has been divided into various sections. There are four groups for convenience and effective practical teaching. Beside the department has ministerial staff to assist the teachers in the teachings. The entire staff is dedicated, experienced and well disciplined. Despite large number of students there is complete discipline, peaceful and harmonious atmosphere in the department. Department has established one museum where in different species, models and charts of animals have been kept. Moreover the staff and students have been participating in extracurricular activities. Lastly the department has maintained its reputation and is on the path of progress.

Zoology is of great economic value. It is of advantage to man in several ways. It is an essential background for the study of medicine, agriculture, horticulture, sericulture, dentistry, veterinary Science, Fishery, Poultry, Apiculture, and Conservation of wildlife. These applied branches of Zoology can only be studied after the detailed study of pure Zoology. Thus Zoology helps for the welfare of human being. Zoology also Provide variety of jobs e.g. teaching, research and employment in industries. Medicines are first tested on animals before being utilized for treating man.