Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc] & A.H.

Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna, offers a 5.5-year B.V.Sc and A.H. programme at Bihar Veterinary College under the purview of the Veterinary Council of India. The university admits 75 students annually, with 64 seats under Bihar state quota and 11 under All India Quota, based on NEET UG scores. Total fee for the programme is INR 77,100. BASU is a specialised state university established in 2016.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Bihar BCECEB UGMAC counselling begins August 2026 (Tentative).

BASU BVSc Fees 2026

• Library and lab fees are refundable at the end of the programme.
• Hostel fee is not included in the total fee of INR 77,100 shown above.
• Selected students must furnish a surety bond of INR 3,00,000 at the time of admission.

BASU BVSc Admission 2026

• Bihar state quota counselling is conducted by BCECEB on bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
• All India Quota seats are filled through Veterinary Council of India counselling separately.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognised board as per VCI norms.
• Minimum 50% aggregate in PCB for general category (40% for SC/ST/OBC as per VCI regulations).
• Valid NEET UG 2026 score is mandatory for all B.V.Sc and A.H. applicants.
• Age must be between 17 and 25 years as on the date of admission, with relaxation for reserved categories.

Admission Process

• Qualify NEET UG 2026 with the minimum percentile required for veterinary programmes.
• Register for Bihar BCECEB UGMAC 2026 counselling on the official portal at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in.
• Upload required documents including mark sheets, community certificate, and nativity proof during registration.
• Fill and lock college preferences during the choice-filling window.
• Receive seat allotment based on NEET rank, Bihar domicile, and category-wise reservation norms.
• Report to Bihar Veterinary College under BASU with original documents and furnish the surety bond to confirm admission.

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking a VCI-approved BVSc at an exceptionally low fee in Bihar.
• Eligible for the monthly fellowship benefit for Bihar domicile students.
• Planning a career in animal husbandry, dairy, or government veterinary services in Bihar.
• Preferring a state government university without private management quota seats.

✗ Skip if

• Expecting strong campus placements with corporate veterinary or pharma recruiters.
• Preferring a university with established research infrastructure and national rankings.
• Unable to meet the INR 3,00,000 surety bond requirement at the time of admission.

BASU BVSc Scholarships 2026

• Bihar state fellowship and contingency grant are disbursed to eligible bonafide students each academic year.
• NSP scholarship applications are submitted through scholarships.gov.in each session.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, Bihar Animal Sciences University Patna ranks 20 out of 51 colleges in India for its B.V.Sc Animal Husbandry program.

Read more on Bihar Animal Sciences University Patna Rankings here

BASU BVSc FAQs

Ques. What is the admission process for B.V.Sc and A.H. at Bihar Animal Sciences University?

Ans. Admission to the B.V.Sc and A.H. programme at Bihar Animal Sciences University is based on NEET UG 2026 scores. State quota seats are filled through Bihar BCECEB UGMAC counselling conducted at bceceboard.bihar.gov.in, while All India Quota seats are allotted through the Veterinary Council of India. Candidates must qualify NEET UG and register for the respective counselling process.

Ques. What is the total fee for BVSc at Bihar Animal Sciences University?

Ans. The total fee for the 5.5-year B.V.Sc and A.H. programme at Bihar Animal Sciences University is INR 77,100. The first-year fee is INR 25,900, which includes admission and development charges, while Years 2 to 5 are billed at INR 12,800 each. Hostel charges of INR 3,200 per year are separate. A surety bond of INR 3,00,000 is also required at admission.

Ques. What is the Bihar student fellowship available at BASU for BVSc students?

Ans. Bihar domicile students admitted to the B.V.Sc and A.H. programme at Bihar Animal Sciences University are eligible for a monthly fellowship of INR 2,000 and a contingency grant of INR 6,000 per month. These benefits can significantly offset the cost of the programme and are extended to all bonafide Bihar students enrolled in the programme.

Ques. What are the career options after completing BVSc from Bihar Animal Sciences University?

Ans. Graduates of B.V.Sc and A.H. from Bihar Animal Sciences University can register with the Veterinary Council of India and practise as veterinary surgeons. Career paths include government veterinary service through Bihar Public Service Commission, animal husbandry departments, dairy industry roles, research organisations like ICAR, and corporate roles in animal health and feed companies. Postgraduate options include M.V.Sc through national entrance tests.

Ques. How many BVSc seats are available at Bihar Animal Sciences University?

Ans. Bihar Animal Sciences University offers 75 B.V.Sc and A.H. seats at Bihar Veterinary College, Patna. Of these, 64 seats are filled through Bihar state quota via BCECEB UGMAC counselling, and 11 seats fall under the All India Quota managed through Veterinary Council of India counselling. Reservation norms for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories apply to state quota seats.

Ques. What is the surety bond requirement for BVSc admission at BASU?

Ans. All students selected for B.V.Sc and A.H. admission at Bihar Animal Sciences University must furnish a surety bond of INR 3,00,000 at the time of joining. This bond is liable for forfeiture if the student withdraws from the programme after taking admission. Candidates and their guardians must arrange this surety in advance before completing the reporting formalities.