Course Overview:

BVSc (Bachelor of Veterinary Science): A 5.5-year course, including a 1-year internship, focused on animal health and welfare. It covers anatomy, physiology, surgery, and animal husbandry. Students gain practical skills in diagnosing and treating diseases in animals, preparing for a career in veterinary medicine.
Duration: 5.5 years (4.5 years of academic education + 1-year mandatory internship)

Average Fees: ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000 per year (varies depending on the institution, with government colleges being more affordable compared to private institutions)

Exams to Attend:

• NEET-UG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate)

• All India Pre Veterinary Test (AIPVT)

• State-level entrance exams for veterinary colleges

  Syllabus (Semester-wise Breakdown)

1st Year:

• Veterinary Anatomy: Study of the structure and function of animal bodies

• Veterinary Physiology: Functioning of animal bodies and their biological processes

• Livestock Management: Basics of managing livestock and domestic animals

• Veterinary Biochemistry: Chemical processes in animals and their applications in veterinary science

2nd Year:

• Veterinary Pathology: Study of diseases in animals, including their causes and effects

• Veterinary Microbiology: Understanding of microorganisms, infections, and immunology related to animals

• Animal Genetics and Breeding: Study of animal genetics, heredity, and breeding techniques

• Veterinary Parasitology: Study of parasites in animals and their control

3rd Year:

• Veterinary Pharmacology: Drugs and their effects on animals, including therapeutic uses

• Veterinary Surgery and Radiology: Surgical procedures and imaging techniques for diagnosing animal diseases

• Veterinary Medicine: Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases in animals

• Animal Nutrition: Study of the dietary needs of animals, focusing on livestock and domesticated animals

4th Year:

• Veterinary Obstetrics and Gynecology: Reproduction in animals, including birthing and care for young animals

• Veterinary Public Health: Public health concerns related to animals, zoonotic diseases, and food safety

• Veterinary Clinical Medicine: Practical training in diagnosing and treating animal diseases

• Veterinary Epidemiology: Study of the spread of diseases in animal populations

Internship (1 Year): During the internship, students get hands-on experience in animal clinics, farms, and veterinary hospitals. They learn to apply their knowledge in clinical settings, handle real cases of animal healthcare, and improve their skills in veterinary medicine.

Top Ten Ranking Institutions for BVSc in India (Combined Ranking)

1. Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly

2. College of Veterinary Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana

3. Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai

4. College of Veterinary Science, GB Pant University, Pantnagar

5. College of Veterinary Science, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana

6. National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal

7. College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner

8. Veterinary College, Karnataka Veterinary, Animal, and Fisheries Sciences University, Bangalore

9. Bombay Veterinary College, Mumbai

10. College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anand Agricultural University, Anand

Top Ten Veterinary Colleges in Kerala for BVSc

1. College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Mannuthy

2. College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Pookode

3. Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Wayanad

4. Kerala Agricultural University, Thrissur

5. Academy of Veterinary Sciences, Kozhikode

6. Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Thrissur Campus

7. Kerala Livestock Development Board, Thiruvananthapuram

8. Institute of Animal Health and Veterinary Biologicals, Palakkad

9. Kerala Institute of Veterinary Studies, Kollam

10. Veterinary College and Research Institute, Malappuram