What is the current name of RAGACOVAS?

The college is now officially known as the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Veterinary Education and Research (RIVER).

What entrance exam is required for B.V.Sc. admission at RAGACOVAS?

Admissions to the undergraduate veterinary program are handled via CENTAC counseling based on qualifying NEET scores.

Where is the college located?

The campus is situated on Vazhudhavur Road, Kurumbapet, Puducherry - 605009.

Private Since 1994 Pondicherry, Puducherry

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS]

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS] is a private institution located in Pondicherry, Puducherry, India, established in 1994. It offers 4+ courses acr…

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₹1.5 Lakh – ₹2.76 Lakh

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Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS]

Campus Location

Pondicherry, Puducherry

Year Established

1994

Accreditation

NBA, NAAC A++ Grade

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Overview · Updated Aug 2026

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS]: Admission 2026, Fees, Placement & Ranking

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS] is a private institution located in Pondicherry, Puducherry, India, established in 1994. It offers 4+ courses across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The institution is approved by UGC. Annual course fees range from ₹1.5 Lakh – ₹2.76 Lakh.

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS] — Key Facts at a Glance

Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS] key facts summary
Established	1994
Location	Pondicherry, Puducherry
Ownership	Private
Approved By	UGC
Total Courses	4+ programs
Fees Range	₹1.5 Lakh – ₹2.76 Lakh
Students Placed	60%

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Quick overview of the institution's core facts and figures.

Ownership

Private

Established

1994

Accreditation

UGC

NIRF Ranking

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Institutional Rank

Emerging

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About the Institution

Situated on Vazhudhavur Road in Kurumbapet, Puducherry, the institution provides quality professional education in veterinary science and animal husbandry. It offers undergraduate (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) and postgraduate (M.V.Sc. and M.Sc.) programs, alongside comprehensive clinical healthcare services for animals through its teaching veterinary hospital.

Top Courses & Fee Summary

Top Courses and Fees at Rajiv Gandhi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences - [RAGACOVAS]
Program / Course	Duration	Annual Fee
Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc] & A.H.	5 Years	₹ 2.76 L
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Animal Biotechnology)	2 Years	₹ 2.5 L
Master of Veterinary Science [M.V.Sc]	2 Years	₹ 1.5 L
Master of Veterinary Science [MVSc] (Animal Nutrition)	—	₹ 1.5 Lakhs

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Phone

04132274985

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Website

https://www.river.edu.in

Address

Vazhudhavur Road, Kurumbapet, Puducherry - 605009

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