About Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc] & A.H.
Madras Veterinary College’s Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry is a 5.5-year programme comprising 4.5 years of academic study across four professional years followed by a one-year compulsory rotatory internship. MVC offers 360 seats as a constituent college of TANUVAS, ranked 17th in Agriculture by NIRF 2024. Total course fees are INR 95,955. Tamil Nadu state quota seats (85%) are filled on 10+2 merit without a NEET requirement.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling begins 08 October 2026 (Tentative).
MVC Chennai BVSc AH Fees 2026
| Year | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | INR 21,915 |
| Year 2 | INR 17,590 |
| Year 3 | INR 17,590 |
| Year 4 | INR 26,860 |
| Internship Year (Year 5.5) | INR 12,000 |
| Total Course Fees (5.5 years) | INR 95,955 |
- SC/SCA/ST students of Tamil Nadu are exempt from tuition fees as per Government of Tamil Nadu orders.
- Hostel and mess charges are paid separately and are not included in the course fee figures above.
MVC Chennai BVSc AH Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| TANUVAS Application Portal Opened | May 25, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (Tamil Nadu Candidates) | June 17, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Exam (All India Quota) | June 21, 2026 |
| NEET-UG Result (Tentative) | July 20, 2026 |
| State Quota Counselling Begins | October 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| State Quota Counselling Closes | November 3, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | November 2026 (Tentative) |
- For 85% Tamil Nadu state quota seats, merit is calculated on Biology and Physics marks (total out of 200 only).
- The 15% All India Quota seats are filled through VCI/ICAR counselling based on NEET-UG scores.
- NRI and foreign national applications closed on July 17, 2026 with a correction window until July 23, 2026.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 from Tamil Nadu schools with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (or agricultural/dairy/poultry vocational stream) for state quota
- Minimum 50% aggregate for General category (pass marks for reserved categories)
- Age 17 to 21 years as of December 31, 2026 (with relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms)
Admission Process
- Apply online through the TANUVAS admissions portal for Tamil Nadu state quota
- State quota merit rank determined on Biology and Physics marks from 10+2 (out of 200)
- Attend TANUVAS-conducted centralized counselling based on merit rank
- For All India Quota, register for NEET-UG and participate in VCI/ICAR centralized counselling
- Submit required documents and report to MVC Chennai to confirm seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Tamil Nadu domicile students seeking affordable government veterinary education
- Strong in Biology and Physics with a preference for merit-based state admission
- Want clinical exposure at one of India’s oldest veterinary colleges, established 1903
- Planning a career in animal husbandry, veterinary practice, or government livestock services in Tamil Nadu
✗ Skip if
- From outside Tamil Nadu (state quota requires TN domicile)
- Expecting campus placement drives or a formal corporate placement cell
- Prefer a private veterinary college with more modern infrastructure
- Primarily targeting urban private companion-animal specialist practice
MVC Chennai BVSc AH Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu Government Tuition Fee Waiver | 100% tuition fee exemption | SC/SCA/ST students of Tamil Nadu as per Government Order |
| TANUVAS Merit Scholarship | As per scheme norms | Students with GPA above 8.0 in the first year |
| BC/MBC Government Scholarship | As per government rates | Backward Class and Most Backward Class students from Tamil Nadu |
| Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships | As per government norms | Merit-cum-means basis for 10+2 completers |
- Apply for government scholarships through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarships portal before the stated deadline.
- TANUVAS merit scholarships are awarded based on first-year GPA and renewed on subsequent academic performance.
MVC Chennai BVSc AH FAQs
Ques. How is admission merit calculated for Tamil Nadu state quota seats at MVC?
Ans. For the 85% Tamil Nadu state quota seats, merit rank is calculated using marks in Biology and Physics from the 10+2 examination, totaling 200 marks. Chemistry marks are not included in this calculation. NEET-UG is not required for state quota applicants. Admission is managed by TANUVAS through centralized counselling based on this merit rank after results are published.
Ques. Can students from states other than Tamil Nadu apply to MVC Chennai?
Ans. Students from outside Tamil Nadu can only apply for the 15% All India Quota seats at MVC Chennai. These are filled through the Veterinary Council of India centralized counselling based on NEET-UG scores. The remaining 85% state quota seats are strictly for candidates who have studied in Tamil Nadu schools and meet the domicile requirements set by TANUVAS.
Ques. What is the compulsory internship requirement for the BVSc and AH programme?
Ans. After completing 4.5 years of academic study across four professional years, all BVSc and AH students must complete a one-year compulsory rotatory internship. The internship is conducted at the Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex attached to Madras Veterinary College and at approved veterinary institutions. The internship year attracts a fee of INR 12,000 and is counted in the total programme duration of 5.5 years.
Ques. What career options are available after completing BVSc AH from MVC Chennai?
Ans. Graduates can join the Tamil Nadu Animal Husbandry Department as veterinary surgeons, work in the Indian Army Veterinary Corps, or enter private clinical practice. Research careers are available at ICAR institutions and TANUVAS. Other options include positions in the pharmaceutical, feed, and livestock input industries, or pursuing postgraduate studies through MVSc at TANUVAS or other veterinary universities.
Ques. Are there scholarship options beyond the government category-based fee waivers?
Ans. Yes. TANUVAS awards merit-based scholarships to students who achieve a GPA above 8.0 in their first year. The Tamil Nadu government administers scholarships for BC and MBC students through the e-Scholarships portal. The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships from the central government is available to eligible students based on merit and financial need, regardless of category.
Ques. What is the total duration of the BVSc AH programme at MVC and how is it structured?
Ans. The BVSc and AH programme at MVC Chennai spans 5.5 years in total. The first 4.5 years are divided into four professional years covering theoretical and clinical subjects in veterinary science, animal husbandry, and related disciplines as per the VCI-prescribed curriculum. The final year is a compulsory rotatory internship conducted at the Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex and affiliated institutions, after which graduates become eligible for VCI registration.