About Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc] & A.H.
College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, is a constituent government college of Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University offering a 5-year full-time B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree with 100 seats. Academic fees for the programme total INR 1,65,785 over 5 years, with an annual recurring fee of INR 32,405. Admission is through AP EAPCET for 85 state quota seats and VCI counselling based on NEET-UG for 15 VCI quota seats.
📋 Admission Status: AP EAPCET 2026 web counselling registration for state quota seats closes 29 Jul 2026. VCI quota admissions follow the NEET-UG 2026 counselling schedule.
CovS Tirupati BVSc AH Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 12,430 |
| Other Fees (per year) | INR 14,905 |
| Examination Fee (per year) | INR 3,640 |
| Transport Fee (per year) | INR 1,430 |
| Laboratory Deposit (Year 1, refundable) | INR 1,880 |
| Library Deposit (Year 1, refundable) | INR 1,880 |
| Total Fees (5 years) | INR 1,65,785 |
- Lab and library deposits of INR 1,880 each are refundable on course completion.
- Hostel room rent is INR 3,580 per year and billed separately.
- Hostel and mess security deposits of INR 9,330 each are payable in Year 1 and are refundable.
CovS Tirupati BVSc AH Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| NEET-UG 2026 Re-exam | Jun 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG 2026 Result | Jul 16, 2026 |
| AP EAPCET 2026 Counselling Registration Closing | Jul 29, 2026 |
| SVVU Seat Allotment | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- State quota (85 seats) is filled through AP EAPCET counselling conducted by SVVU.
- VCI quota (15 seats) is filled through VCI-conducted NEET-UG based counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB (47.5% for SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- Valid NEET-UG score for VCI quota seats, or valid AP EAPCET Agriculture stream score for state quota seats
- Minimum age of 17 years and maximum age of 22 years (General) or 25 years (SC/ST) as of 31 December of the admission year
Admission Process
- Qualify NEET-UG for VCI quota seats or AP EAPCET Agriculture stream for state quota seats at SVVU-affiliated colleges
- Register for AP EAPCET 2026 counselling on the SVVU admissions portal before the registration closing date
- Complete certificate verification and submit web options listing preferred SVVU constituent colleges
- SVVU releases seat allotment based on AP EAPCET merit rank and web options submitted
- Accept the allotted seat within the given deadline and pay the seat confirmation fee online
- Report to College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati for physical document verification and fee payment
✓ Opt for this if
- Candidates seeking a government veterinary degree at very low tuition fees
- AP domicile students with good AP EAPCET Agriculture stream rank
- Students targeting careers in government veterinary services or livestock sector
- Candidates who qualified NEET-UG and seek VCI counselling-based admission
✗ Skip if
- Students from outside Andhra Pradesh without AP domicile for state quota seats
- Candidates who did not qualify AP EAPCET and lack a valid NEET-UG score
- Students seeking formal campus placement support for veterinary roles
CovS Tirupati BVSc AH Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AP State Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Andhra Pradesh with family income below prescribed limits |
| Central Sector Scholarship for OBC | Up to INR 30,000 per year | OBC students from AP with family income below INR 2,50,000 per year |
| National Scholarship Portal (EWS) | Varies by scheme | Economically Weaker Section students from any state, applied online |
- AP government fee reimbursement for SC/ST is processed through the college directly.
- Scholarship deadlines are announced annually on the National Scholarship Portal.
CovS Tirupati BVSc AH FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BVSc AH at College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. The total academic fee for the 5-year B.V.Sc. and A.H. programme at College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, is INR 1,65,785. This includes annual recurring fees of INR 32,405 covering tuition, examination, other, and transport fees over 5 years, plus one-time lab and library deposits of INR 1,880 each. Hostel room rent of INR 3,580 per year and hostel and mess security deposits of INR 9,330 each are billed separately.
Ques. How is admission done for BVSc AH at College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. Admission to B.V.Sc. and A.H. at College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, is through two routes. The 85 state quota seats are filled through AP EAPCET Agriculture stream counselling conducted by SVVU. The 15 VCI quota seats are filled through VCI-conducted counselling based on NEET-UG merit. AP domicile candidates participate in SVVU counselling by registering on the SVVU admissions portal, completing certificate verification, and submitting web options for preferred colleges.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BVSc AH at College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology and secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in PCB (47.5% for SC/ST and PwD candidates). A valid AP EAPCET score in the Agriculture stream is required for state quota seats, while a valid NEET-UG score is required for VCI quota seats. The minimum age is 17 years and the maximum age for general category candidates is 22 years as of December 31 of the admission year.
Ques. What is the intake for BVSc AH at College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. The total intake for the B.V.Sc. and A.H. programme at College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, is 100 seats per academic year. Of these, 85 seats are filled under the SVVU state quota through AP EAPCET counselling, and 15 seats are filled under the VCI quota through VCI-conducted NEET-UG based counselling. Category-wise reservations apply within the SVVU quota as per Andhra Pradesh government norms.
Ques. What are the career options after BVSc from College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. Graduates of B.V.Sc. and A.H. from College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, are eligible for government veterinary officer positions through APPSC, central government roles through UPSC, and positions in the Animal Husbandry Department of Andhra Pradesh. Graduates may also pursue M.V.Sc. programmes at SVVU or other veterinary universities for specialisation. Other options include work in livestock insurance, animal feed industry, food safety, and veterinary pharmaceuticals.
Ques. Is hostel available at College of Veterinary Science Tirupati?
Ans. Hostel facilities are available at College of Veterinary Science, Tirupati, for enrolled students. Hostel room rent is INR 3,580 per year, with one-time refundable security deposits of INR 9,330 each for hostel and mess payable in Year 1. Students should confirm current hostel availability and specific room allotment procedures with the college administration at the time of joining, as hostel seat allocation is subject to availability.