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

GADVASU (Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University), Ludhiana offers BVSc and AH, a 5.5-year undergraduate program with 100 seats at the Ludhiana campus. Ranked 2nd in Veterinary Sciences by NIRF 2025, admission is through NEET-UG 2026 merit with no separate state entrance test. Total 5.5-year fees for State Quota seats are INR 5.82 Lakhs excluding hostel.

📋 Admission Status: NEET-UG 2026 result declared July 20, 2026. BVSc AH applications expected to open August 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• Teaching Veterinary Hospital with 32,000+ annual animal patient OPD
• Three ICAR Centres of Advanced Studies on campus
• Instructional Livestock Farm Complex for hands-on practical training

GADVASU BVSc and AH Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Annual Course Fees (State Quota, Ludhiana)	INR 1,05,000 per year
One-Time Admission Fees at Joining	INR 27,930 (includes refundable security of INR 2,500)
Internship Fee (one-time, final semester)	INR 30,000
Hostel (per 6 months, 4-person non-AC dorm)	INR 3,300 (plus separate mess charges)
Total Fees (5.5 years, State Quota, excluding hostel)	INR 5.82 Lakhs

• Self-financed seats carry a tuition fee of INR 5,00,000 per semester.
• Security deposit of INR 2,500 is refundable at the end of the program on clearance.

GADVASU BVSc and AH Admission 2026

Event	Date
NEET-UG 2026 Registration	Feb 8 to Mar 8, 2026
NEET-UG 2026 Exam	Jun 21, 2026
NEET-UG 2026 Result	Jul 20, 2026
GADVASU BVSc AH Application	Aug 2026 (Tentative)
Counselling and Seat Allotment	Oct to Nov 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	Dec 2026 (Tentative)

• GADVASU BVSc AH application opens at gadvasu.in after NEET-UG 2026 result declaration.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized Indian board
• Minimum aggregate of 50% in PCB, excluding optional subjects (47.5% for SC/ST, BC, and DP categories)
• Valid NEET-UG 2026 score meeting the category-specific qualifying cutoff
• State Quota seats open to bonafide residents of Punjab and Chandigarh
• All India and VCI Nominated seats open to candidates from any state on NEET-UG merit

Admission Process

• Qualify NEET-UG 2026 with marks at or above the category cutoff for veterinary programs
• Apply online at gadvasu.in during the application window after NEET results are declared
• Pay application fee of INR 1,000 (General) or INR 500 (SC/ST) along with the form
• GADVASU publishes merit list and counselling schedule on the official portal
• Attend counselling with original documents for seat allotment in October to November 2026
• Pay semester fees and complete hostel registration to commence studies in December 2026

✓ Opt for this if

• Strong NEET-UG rank and career goal in veterinary science or animal husbandry
• India’s top-ranked veterinary university with ICAR infrastructure is the priority
• Punjab or Chandigarh domicile students eligible for State Quota subsidized fees
• High-volume clinical training at a premier teaching veterinary hospital is valued

✗ Skip if

• NEET-UG score does not meet the veterinary cutoff for the chosen quota
• Outside Punjab without a competitive NEET-UG rank for All India quota seats
• Cannot commit to a 5.5-year residential program in Ludhiana
• Seeking medical or engineering programs rather than veterinary science

GADVASU BVSc and AH Placement 2025

Metric	Detail
Median Package (2023 to 2024)	INR 4.80 Lakhs per annum
Students Placed (2023 to 2024)	85 students
Internship Stipend	INR 13,000 to 15,000 per month
Top Recruiters	Virbac, Intas Pharmaceuticals, Mankind Pharma, Nestle India, Amul, Punjab Dairy Development Board
Other Recruiters	Verka, Mother Dairy, State Animal Husbandry Departments, Godrej, Pepsi Food Ltd

GADVASU BVSc and AH Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
GADVASU University Scholarship	INR 1,000 per month	Meritorious UG students based on qualifying merit
National Talent Scholarship (ICAR/VCI)	INR 3,000 per month	Merit-based for UG students through the degree
Freeship Card (Punjab Government)	Full tuition and hostel waiver	SC and BC students domiciled in Punjab
Dr. G.S. Khush Scholarship	INR 1,500 per month	Rural background BVSc AH students, 2 seats
Sports Scholarship	INR 1,000 per month	University-level sports achievers

• Each student can avail only one scholarship irrespective of eligibility for multiple schemes.

GADVASU BVSc and AH FAQs

Ques. What are the total fees for BVSc AH at GADVASU for State Quota?

Ans. The total 5.5-year fees for BVSc AH at GADVASU for State Quota seats at Ludhiana are INR 5.82 Lakhs excluding hostel. Annual course fees are INR 1,05,000 per year for 5 academic years, with one-time admission fees of INR 27,930 at joining and an internship fee of INR 30,000. Hostel accommodation in 4-person non-AC dormitories starts at INR 3,300 per 6 months plus mess charges. Self-financed seats carry tuition of INR 5,00,000 per semester.

Ques. Is NEET-UG mandatory for BVSc AH admission at GADVASU?

Ans. Yes, NEET-UG 2026 is mandatory for BVSc AH admission at GADVASU. There is no separate Punjab state veterinary entrance test. Candidates must qualify NEET-UG 2026 with marks meeting the category-specific cutoff. State Quota seats at Ludhiana are for bonafide residents of Punjab and Chandigarh. All India and VCI Nominated seats are open to candidates from any state. NEET-UG 2026 was held on June 21 and results were declared on July 20, 2026.

Ques. What is the eligibility for BVSc AH at GADVASU?

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized Indian board with a minimum aggregate of 50% in PCB subjects (47.5% for SC/ST, BC, and DP categories). A valid NEET-UG 2026 score meeting the category cutoff is required. State Quota seats need Punjab or Chandigarh domicile. NRI and OCI candidates apply through a separate merit list.

Ques. What makes GADVASU a top choice for BVSc AH in India?

Ans. GADVASU is ranked 2nd in Veterinary Sciences by NIRF 2025 and holds three ICAR Centres of Advanced Studies on campus. The Teaching Veterinary Hospital records over 32,000 farm and pet animal OPD cases annually, providing high-volume clinical training. GADVASU also operates an Instructional Livestock Farm Complex and a Centre of One Health for integrated training. The 5.5-year program progresses through pre-clinical, para-clinical, and clinical phases across 17 specialized departments.

Ques. What career options are available after BVSc AH from GADVASU?

Ans. BVSc AH graduates from GADVASU are eligible for veterinary officer roles in state animal husbandry departments and central government services. Private sector opportunities exist in animal health companies such as Virbac, Intas, and Mankind Pharma, and dairy organizations like Amul, Nestle, and Mother Dairy. Graduates may also practice as licensed veterinary surgeons, pursue MVSc for research, or work in food safety and public health. Campus median package in 2023 to 2024 was INR 4.80 Lakhs per annum.