College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences Bikaner B.V.Sc Animal Husbandry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No. RAJUVAS has officially discontinued the RPVT (Rajasthan Pre Veterinary Test) for the 2026-27 admission cycle. All admissions to B.V.Sc. and A.H. programs at RAJUVAS constituent colleges, including CVAS Bikaner, are now based on NEET UG 2026 scores. Candidates must qualify in NEET UG and register through the RAJUVAS admission portal for counselling and seat allotment.

Ans. The total fee for the 5-year B.V.Sc. and A.H. program at CVAS Bikaner under RAJUVAS is INR 1,21,000 for the entire course duration. This government-regulated fee is one of the most affordable rates for a veterinary degree in India. Examination fees and hostel charges are payable separately. Students in self-finance or payment category seats are charged additional fees as per RAJUVAS norms.

Ans. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology from a recognized board, securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in these subjects. SC/ST candidates require 40% as per Rajasthan state norms. A valid NEET UG score is mandatory for the current cycle. Rajasthan state domicile is required for state quota seats, and the minimum age is 17 years at admission.

Ans. BVSc and A.H. graduates can apply for Veterinary Officer positions in the Rajasthan Animal Husbandry Department through the Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC). Other options include working with livestock feed and veterinary pharmaceutical companies, setting up private veterinary clinics, joining dairy and poultry corporations, or pursuing MVSc for specialization and academic careers. ICAR institutes also recruit BVSc graduates for research roles.

Ans. Students from SC/ST/OBC/SBC categories with Rajasthan domicile can apply for the Rajasthan Post-Matric Scholarship through the SJE portal at sje.rajasthan.gov.in. The Central Sector Scholarship is available for students scoring above the 80th percentile in Class 12 from families with income below INR 8 lakhs per year. ICAR merit scholarships are also available for top-ranked veterinary students meeting ICAR criteria.

Ans. CVAS Bikaner is part of RAJUVAS, Rajasthan’s dedicated veterinary university, which focuses exclusively on veterinary and animal science education and research. Located in Bikaner, the campus offers students exposure to arid zone animal husbandry, including livestock practices relevant to desert and semi-arid regions of India. The Bikaner region is also home to the National Research Centre on Camel, providing opportunities for niche research not available at most other veterinary colleges.