COVAS Pantnagar BVSc FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BVSc and AH at COVAS Pantnagar for a state-domicile student?
Ans. For a state-domicile student, the total academic fee for the BVSc and AH programme at COVAS Pantnagar is INR 8,61,945 over 5 years. This covers the semester fee of INR 83,600 per semester across 10 semesters, the annual institutional fee of INR 4,339 per year, and the one-time admission fee of INR 4,250. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately at INR 20,000 per semester as an adjustable advance.
Ques. What is the GBPUAT Entrance Exam and how is admission done for BVSc at Pantnagar?
Ans. The GBPUAT Entrance Exam is a university-level test conducted annually by Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology for admission to its undergraduate programmes including BVSc and AH. The exam was held on June 7, 2026. Candidates are ranked based on their performance and are called for counselling. Seat allotment is done based on rank, category, and Uttarakhand domicile status.
Ques. How many seats are available for BVSc at COVAS Pantnagar and who can apply?
Ans. COVAS Pantnagar offers a total of 89 BVSc and AH seats. Of these, 65 are reserved for Uttarakhand domicile students under the regular state-quota, and 24 are payment seats open to candidates from across India. Non-Uttarakhand candidates can only apply for the 24 payment seats, which carry a higher fee of INR 5,00,000 per annum in addition to standard institutional charges.
Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing BVSc and AH from COVAS Pantnagar?
Ans. Graduates of BVSc and AH from COVAS Pantnagar pursue careers in the Uttarakhand Department of Animal Husbandry, dairy cooperatives, the poultry and aquaculture industries, pharmaceutical companies with veterinary product lines, FSSAI and food safety roles, and private veterinary practice. Many also opt for postgraduate studies through ICAR-AIEEA PG or direct university entrance exams to pursue MVSc or PhD programmes in veterinary sciences.
Ques. Is the BVSc and AH programme at COVAS Pantnagar recognised by the Veterinary Council of India?
Ans. Yes, the BVSc and AH programme at COVAS Pantnagar is recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI), which is the statutory body that governs veterinary education in India. VCI recognition is mandatory for graduates to register as veterinarians and practice in India. Candidates should confirm current recognition status on the VCI website before admission as recognition is reviewed periodically by the council.
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