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The M.V.Sc. (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) at Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS), Chennai, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered on campus at the Madras Veterinary College. The course covers zoonotic diseases, food safety, epidemiological methods, disease surveillance, and public health aspects of veterinary science. Total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 96,925 for the entire duration, with a seat intake of 1 seat under the Tamil Nadu state quota. The programme is highly sought after due to TANUVAS's status as India's premier veterinary university and its strong research infrastructure.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently closed. The online registration window was open from November 19, 2026, with the last date for application being December 12, 2026. Counselling for Tamil Nadu state candidates was conducted in February 2027, and for other state candidates on March 12, 2026. For the 2027-28 session, applications are tentatively expected to open in November 2027 based on the previous year's schedule.

Key Points

Only 1 seat is available under the Tamil Nadu state quota for this specialisation, making it extremely competitive.
Admission is based on merit in the TANUVAS PG entrance test and ICAR AIEEA PG for All India quota seats.
The programme is offered at the Madras Veterinary College (MVC), Chennai, which is the flagship constituent college of TANUVAS.
TANUVAS is ranked 2nd among veterinary universities in India (Collegedunia Veterinary Sciences Ranking 2025).
ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) holders are given preference and receive a monthly stipend during the programme.

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TANUVAS MVSc (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) Fees

The total fees for the M.V.Sc. (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) programme at TANUVAS is approximately Rs. 96,925 for the entire 2-year duration. The tuition fee component is Rs. 30,000 (Rs. 7,500 per semester across 4 semesters), while other charges including examination fees, special fees, and one-time deposits make up the remaining amount. The first-year fee payable is approximately Rs. 49,675.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fees (4 semesters x Rs. 7,500)	30,000
Examination Fees (4 semesters x Rs. 7,500)	30,000
Special Fees	6,925
One-time Deposits (Caution Deposit, etc.)	30,000
Total Fees	96,925

Hostel lodging fee is Rs. 1,000 per year (optional, subject to availability); caution deposit of Rs. 5,000 is refundable.
SC/SCA/ST candidates and students admitted under the 7.5% Government School quota are eligible for fee exemptions/waivers as per Tamil Nadu Government orders.
ICAR JRF/SRF fellows receive a monthly stipend (Rs. 31,000 for JRF; Rs. 35,000 for SRF) which effectively offsets the course fees.
No EMI option is officially available; fees are paid semester-wise.

TANUVAS MVSc (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) Admission 2026

Admissions to M.V.Sc. (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) at TANUVAS are conducted through a merit-based process involving the TANUVAS PG entrance test for Tamil Nadu state candidates and ICAR AIEEA PG for All India quota seats. The 2026-27 admission cycle is now closed, with counselling completed in February-March 2027. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, applications are expected to open in November 2027.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start	November 19, 2026
Last Date for Online Application	December 12, 2026
Cutoff Date for Eligibility	February 16, 2027
Provisional Rank List Publication	January 2027 (Tentative)
Counselling - Tamil Nadu State Candidates	February 2027
Counselling - Other State Candidates	March 12, 2026
Second Counselling (Waitlisted - TN)	March 7, 2026
Batch Commencement	March 2027 (Tentative)

ICAR AIEEA PG Exam Dates

Event	Date
Notification / Application Release	May 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	First Week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Correction Window	June 7-9, 2026 (Tentative)
Admit Card Release	Fourth Week of June 2026 (Tentative)
Exam Date	July 3, 2026 (Tentative)
Result Declaration	July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a BVSc or BVSc & AH degree from a college recognised by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI).
A minimum OGPA of 6.50 out of 10.00 (or 65% aggregate) under the semester system, or 2.75 out of 4.00 under the trimester system, is required.
Candidates who have already completed a Master's degree in one veterinary discipline are not eligible to seek admission in another discipline.

Admission Process:

Register online at adm.tanuvas.ac.in and pay the application fee (Rs. 600 for SC/SCA/ST; Rs. 1,200 for others).
Employed candidates (State/Central/SAU/Public Sector) must submit a hard copy of the application through proper channel before the cutoff date.
Rank list is prepared based on academic merit (OGPA/percentage in BVSc & AH).
Shortlisted candidates are called for in-person counselling at TANUVAS Controllerate of Examinations, Madhavaram Milk Colony, Chennai.
Selected candidates must pay the prescribed fees and submit original documents at the time of admission.
ICAR AIEEA PG qualified candidates are admitted through a separate All India quota counselling conducted by ICAR.

TANUVAS MVSc (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) Scholarships 2026

TANUVAS MVSc students can avail several scholarships and fellowships, with ICAR fellowships being the most prestigious and financially significant. Government of Tamil Nadu also provides post-matric scholarships for SC/ST/BC/MBC students. These scholarships significantly reduce the financial burden and make the programme accessible to meritorious students from all backgrounds.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Rs. 31,000/month	Qualified in ICAR AIEEA PG; merit-based
ICAR Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)	Rs. 35,000/month	Upgrade from JRF after 2 years
Post Matric Scholarship (SC/SCA/ST)	Tuition + maintenance	Annual parental income < Rs. 2,50,000
Post Matric Scholarship (BC/MBC/Minority)	Tuition + maintenance	Annual parental income < Rs. 2,50,000
First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession	Tuition fee waiver	First graduate in family (TN Govt. order)
PM-Vidyalaxmi Education Loan	Collateral-free loan	All admitted students

ICAR JRF/SRF fellowships are awarded to candidates who qualify ICAR AIEEA PG with a high rank; the number of fellowships is limited.
Post Matric Scholarships require submission of income certificate from the appropriate authority.
The First Graduate Tuition Fee Concession is available only once per family; if a sibling has already availed it, the candidate is not eligible.
Applications for government scholarships must be submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

TANUVAS M.V.Sc Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology Ranking

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TANUVAS MVSc (Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology) FAQs

Ques. Is there only 1 seat available for MVSc Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology at TANUVAS?

Ans. Yes, as per the 2026-27 vacancy position, there is only 1 seat available under the Tamil Nadu state quota for this specialisation. Additional seats may be available under the ICAR All India quota and Other State quota, but these are also very limited (typically 1-2 seats).

Ques. What is the minimum OGPA required to apply for MVSc at TANUVAS?

Ans. Candidates need a minimum OGPA of 6.50 out of 10.00 (or 65% aggregate) under the semester system in their BVSc & AH degree. For those under the trimester system, the minimum is 2.75 out of 4.00.

Ques. Can candidates from other states apply for MVSc at TANUVAS?

Ans. Yes, other state candidates can apply. TANUVAS conducts a separate counselling for other state candidates. Additionally, ICAR AIEEA PG qualified candidates from any state can apply under the All India quota. The counselling for other state candidates for 2026-27 was held on March 12, 2026.

Ques. Is the ICAR JRF fellowship automatically given to all MVSc students at TANUVAS?

Ans. No, the ICAR JRF fellowship is not automatic. It is awarded to candidates who qualify the ICAR AIEEA PG examination with a sufficiently high rank. Only a limited number of fellowships are available nationally. Students admitted through the state quota without ICAR JRF do not receive this stipend.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after MVSc in Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology?

Ans. Graduates can work as Veterinary Public Health Officers in government departments, food safety inspectors, disease surveillance officers, researchers in ICAR institutes, faculty in veterinary colleges, or in international organisations like WHO, FAO, and OIE. The median salary for MVSc/M.Tech graduates from TANUVAS is approximately Rs. 10.2 LPA (2024 data).

Ques. How competitive is admission to this specialisation at TANUVAS?

Ans. Extremely competitive. With only 1 seat under the TN state quota, candidates typically need a very high OGPA (close to 8.0 or above out of 10.0) in their BVSc & AH degree. ICAR JRF holders are given preference. Students are advised to also apply through the ICAR AIEEA PG route to maximise their chances.