Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences institution (KVAFSU) is a state institution in Bidar, Karnataka, established in 2004 Itoffers various UG and PG programs. Furthermore, the university provides doctoral programs in various areas. The application form can be acquired from the university's official website.
Fees of Courses
Courses | Fees |
Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc] & A.H. | Rs 3.49 Lakhs |
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Food Business) | Rs 1.28 Lakhs |
Ph.D. | Rs 1.2 Lakhs - 1.39 Lakhs |
M.V.Sc | Rs 97,380 - 1.02 Lakhs |
M.F.Sc | Rs 97,380 |
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Dairy Technology) | Rs 4.17 Lakhs |
M.Tech | Rs 1.51 Lakhs |
B.F.Sc | Rs 2.66 Lakhs |
Admission 2024 to B.V.Sc, B.F.Sc & B.Tech Program
Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.), Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), and Bachelor of Fisheries Sciences (B.F.Sc.) are 3 UG bachelor's programs offered by Karnataka Veterinary, Animal, and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU).
For all UG courses, the university provides a single specialization. Both the B.Tech and B.F.Sc. UG programs last 4 years and 6 months, including an internship. An internship is part of 5-year B.V.Sc. & A.H. program.
Candidates who wish to apply in UG programs must take the Karnataka Examination Authority's CET. Admission to B.Tech and B.F.Sc. programs will be determined on the candidates' merits. Applications for CET can be submitted through KEA's official website.
Courses | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria | Duration |
B.V.Sc. & A.H. | Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry | Minimum 50 % aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English of the 2nd year PUC of Karnataka Pre-University Board or its equivalent exams. 40% for SC /ST candidate | Entrance (CET) conducted by KEA | 41/2 Years + 6 Months Internship |
B.Tech | Dairy Sciences | PUC of Karnataka Pre-University Board or its equivalent exams Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics as an elective subject | Entrance (CET) conducted by KEA | 4 Years + 6 Months Training |
B.F.Sc. | Fisheries Sciences | PUC of Karnataka Pre-University Board or its equivalent examination Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics | Entrance (CET) conducted by KEA | 4 Years + 6 Months Training |
Admission 2024 to M.V.Sc, M.F.Sc & M.Tech Program
Master of Veterinary Sciences (M.V.Sc.), Master of Technology (M.Tech. ), and Master of Fisheries Sciences are among the PG programs offered by the university. Every PG course lasts for 2 years. The candidate must have graduated from an accredited university or institution with Bachelor of Science degree in the relevant field with 6.00/10 OGPA or an equivalent percentage of marks.
Students will be selected for master's degree programs based on their performance in the bachelor's program and on a written exam conducted by the university.
Courses | Specializations | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
M.V.Sc. | Veterinary Sciences | Bachelors degree with 6.00/10 or equivalent OGPA/equivalent percentage of marks (5.5/10 for SC/ST category candidates) | Qualifying Degree Merit + University Entrance Test |
M.Tech | Dairy Sciences | Bachelors degree with 6.00/10 or equivalent OGPA/equivalent percentage of marks (5.5/10 for SC/ST category candidates) | Qualifying Degree Merit + University Entrance Test |
M.F.Sc. | Fisheries Sciences | Bachelors degree with 6.00/10 or equivalent OGPA/equivalent percentage of marks (5.5/10 for SC/ST category candidates) | Qualifying Degree Merit + University Entrance Test |
Important Points:
Selection Procedure:
The following evaluation scheme is used to determine a candidate's admission to PG Program.
Particulars | Max Marks |
KVAFSU Written Test | 40 |
Marks in the qualifying degree | 50 |
ICAR / JRF exam qualified candidates | 2 |
Distinction - University Medals / Sports and Cultural activities | 5 |
Physically handicapped/Anglo-Indians/Scouts & Guides/ Children of Ex-Servicemen / Defence personnel | 3 |
Admission 2024 to MBA Program
Additionally, University provides full-time PG MBA programs in food business. The prerequisite for admission is minimum degree in the relevant field. Final selection is determined by passing the university's entrance exam, after which candidates are assessed based on their GD/PI performance and any relevant job experience. The application form is available for download on KVAFSU's official website.
Course | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
MBA | Food Business | B.Tech/ Diploma in Technology/ B.V.Sc./ B.V.Sc. & A.H./ B.F.Sc./ B.Sc.(Agri.)/ B.Sc.(Ag.Maco)/ B.Sc.(Hort.)/ B.Sc.(Rural Home Science)/ B.Tech.(Food Engineering)/ B.Sc.(Food Technology)/ B.Tech. (Agri.Engg.) or degree in B.Sc. (Sericulture) OR OR BBM/ BBA/B.Com. degree | Written Test followed by GD and interview |
Selection Procedure:
University admission to MBA program is based on candidates’ performance in the following divisions:
Section | Weightage |
KVAFSU Written Test | 50 |
Marks in the qualifying degree | 20 |
GD | 15 |
PI | 10 |
Work Experience | 5 |
Admission 2024 to Ph.D. program
The institution offers research-based programs, such as Ph.D.s in specific areas, in addition to various UG and graduate courses. It takes 3 years to finish each specialization. The candidate must have obtained bachelor's degree with minimum OGPA of 6.5/10 (6.00/10 for SC/ST category candidates) to be admitted to the Ph.D. program.
Candidates will be admitted to Ph.D. programs based on their performance on a written exam and PG program grades.
Course | Specialization | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
Ph.D. | Veterinary and Animal Sciences Dairy Sciences Fisheries Sciences | Master’s degree with an OGPA of 6.50/10 or equivalent percentage of marks (6.00/10 for SC/ST category candidates) | Qualifying Degree Merit + University Entrance Test |
Important Facts:
Admissions Procedure for Ph.D. Program:
A candidate's performance under the following evaluation scheme determines their admission to a Ph.D. program:
Particulars | Max Marks |
KVAFSU Written Test | 40 |
Marks in the qualifying degree | 50 |
ICAR/CSIR-SRF/ NET exam qualified candidates | 2 |
Research Publications | 3 |
Distinction - University Medals / Sports and Cultural activities | 3 |
Physically handicapped/Anglo-Indians/Scouts & Guides/ Children of Ex-Servicemen / Defence personnel | 2 |
Application Process 2024
For PG/Ph.D Courses:
1. The application form is available for download on the university's website.
2. Enter the required information.
3. Pay the required application fee to the "Comptroller, KVAFSU, Bidar" using a demand draft.
4. The application fees is INR 400 for SC/ST/Cat-I candidates and INR 800 for general candidates.
Applications that are properly filled out and full in every way, together with the required application fee, should be submitted to the following address:
The Registrar
KVAFSU,
Nandinagar, PB No. 6,
Bidar-585401
For MBA:
1. Application forms are available for download on KVAFSU's official website.
2. The 1000 Indian rupee application fee (500 Indian rupees for SC, ST, and PH candidates) can be paid in Bengaluru by demand draft made payable to "MBA Revolving Fund," Dairy Science College, Hebbal.
Submit the completed form, DD, and other documents to:
The Coordinator, MBA Program,
Dairy Science College,
Hebbal, Bengaluru – 560024