BHU M.V.Sc Veterinary Medicine: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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The Master of Veterinary Science [MVSc] in Veterinary Medicine at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is a 2-year postgraduate programme spread across four semesters, offered by the Department of Veterinary Medicine at the Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Rajiv Gandhi South Campus (RGSC), Barkachha, Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. The programme provides advanced clinical and theoretical training in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases in domestic animals, covering internal medicine, clinical pathology, and evidence-based veterinary practice. Total fees for regular seat holders amount to Rs. 1,00,000 for the full course (Rs. 25,000 per semester), while paid seat holders pay Rs. 3,00,000 for the full course (Rs. 75,000 per semester). Admission is based on the ICAR AIEEA (PG) entrance examination under the Veterinary Science subject group. The programme is one of the most sought-after MVSc specialisations, given the strong demand for specialist veterinary clinicians in India.

Admission for the 2026-27 session has been completed. The mop-up round of counselling was held on 1st March 2027 and the closing date of admission was 1st March 2027. For the 2027-28 session, admissions are expected to open tentatively in February 2028, based on ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027 scores. The ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027 exam is tentatively scheduled for 3rd July 2027.

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The MVSc (Veterinary Medicine) programme is offered at BHU's Rajiv Gandhi South Campus (RGSC), Barkachha, Mirzapur - approximately 75 km from the main BHU campus in Varanasi.
The programme covers advanced clinical medicine, internal medicine, clinical pathology, and evidence-based veterinary practice for domestic animals.
Seats are available under two categories: Regular seats (merit-based via ICAR AIEEA PG) and Paid seats (self-financed).
Total intake for MVSc Veterinary Medicine: 2 Regular seats (1 UR + 1 SC) + 1 Paid seat (UR) = 3 seats total.
Students gain hands-on clinical experience at the Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex at RGSC.
No scholarship or fellowship is provided by the university for this programme; however, students qualifying ICAR JRF/SRF may be eligible for ICAR fellowship support.
Hostel accommodation is available for regular seat holders only, subject to availability.

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06 May, 2026 BHU Fee Structure 2026-27 is out for M.V.Sc Veterinary Medicine programs. The total academic fee is ₹ 1 Lakh. Learn more.

BHU MVSc Fees

The MVSc (Veterinary Medicine) programme at BHU RGSC has a straightforward and affordable fee structure for regular seat holders. Regular seat candidates pay Rs. 25,000 per semester (comprising Rs. 12,500 as Tuition and Other Fees and Rs. 12,500 as Development Fee), totalling Rs. 1,00,000 for the entire 2-year programme. Paid seat candidates pay an additional Rs. 50,000 per semester as an additional fee, bringing their per-semester cost to Rs. 75,000 and total course fee to Rs. 3,00,000.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Regular Seat (Per Semester)	Paid Seat (Per Semester)
Tuition Fee and Other Charges	Rs. 12,500	Rs. 12,500
Development Fee	Rs. 12,500	Rs. 12,500
Additional Fee (Paid Seat)	-	Rs. 50,000
Total Per Semester	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 75,000
Total Fees (4 Semesters)	Rs. 1,00,000	Rs. 3,00,000

Hostel Fees

Year	Hostel Annual Fee
1st Year	Rs. 7,500
2nd Year Onwards	Rs. 5,500

All Semester-I fees must be paid at the time of admission.
Hostel accommodation is NOT available for paid seat category candidates; however, they may be considered depending on availability following university rules.
Full refund of admission fee is available if withdrawal is made before the last date of admission set by BHU.
For cancellations within 30 days after the close of admission, a refund is made after deduction of Rs. 1,000 as processing fee.
Beyond this date, no refund is permissible.
Caution money and security deposits are refunded in full.
Hostel mess charges are separate and not included in the hostel fee.

BHU MVSc Admission 2026

Admission to the MVSc (Veterinary Medicine) programme at BHU is based on the ICAR AIEEA (PG) examination conducted by NTA. Candidates are ranked based on their performance in the Veterinary Science subject group of ICAR AIEEA (PG). BHU then conducts its own counselling process (offline mode) for seat allotment. The 2026-27 admission process has been completed; the next cycle is expected to begin in early 2028 based on ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027 results.

BHU MVSc Admission Schedule (2026-27 - Completed)

Event	Date
Online Submission of Application Form	13 February 2027 to 22 February 2027
1st Round Counselling (Offline, Document Verification)	24 February 2027
2nd Round Counselling (Offline)	26 February 2027
Mop-Up Round of Counselling (Offline)	1 March 2027
Closing Date of Admission	1 March 2027
Date of Reporting to Concerned Department	6 March 2027

ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027 Exam Dates (Tentative - for 2027-28 Admissions)

Event	Tentative Date
Application Form Release	May 2027
Last Date to Apply	June 2027
ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027 Exam	3 July 2027
Answer Key / Result	August 2027
Counselling / Seat Allotment	August - September 2027

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (or OGPA of 6.0/10) from a recognized veterinary college.
SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (or OGPA of 5.5/10).
The B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree must be obtained on or before the last date of submission of the application form.

Admission Process

Appear in ICAR AIEEA (PG) examination under the Veterinary Science subject group.
Register on BHU's admission portal (https://admission.bhu.ac.in/en) and submit the online application form with ICAR rank/score card.
Pay the non-refundable application processing fee: Rs. 2,900 (UR/OBC/EWS) or Rs. 2,450 (SC/ST/PwBD).
Attend offline counselling at RGSC, Barkachha for document verification and seat selection.
Pay the semester fee and report to the concerned department by the stipulated date.

BHU MVSc Scholarships 2026

There is no university-level scholarship provided by BHU for the MVSc programme. However, students who have qualified the ICAR JRF/SRF examination may be eligible for ICAR fellowship support during their postgraduate studies. Additionally, government and external scholarships are available for eligible candidates.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount	Provider
ICAR Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Qualified ICAR AIEEA (PG) with JRF rank	Rs. 12,640 per month (Masters level)	ICAR, Government of India
Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST	SC/ST students	As per government norms	State Government / Central Government
Central Sector Scholarship	Merit-based, income criteria	Rs. 10,000 - Rs. 20,000 per annum	Ministry of Education, GoI
EWS Scholarship	EWS category students	As per government norms	State / Central Government

BHU does not provide any institutional scholarship for the MVSc programme.
ICAR JRF fellowship is awarded to candidates who qualify the JRF component of ICAR AIEEA (PG) and is subject to ICAR norms and conditions.
Students are advised to check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for updated scholarship listings and deadlines.

BHU MVSc FAQs

Ques. Is the MVSc (Veterinary Medicine) programme at BHU offered at the main Varanasi campus or at RGSC Barkachha?

Ans. The MVSc programme in Veterinary Medicine is offered exclusively at the Rajiv Gandhi South Campus (RGSC), Barkachha, Mirzapur, which is approximately 75 km from the main BHU campus in Varanasi. Students must be prepared to stay at the RGSC campus for the duration of the programme.

Ques. How many seats are available for MVSc Veterinary Medicine at BHU?

Ans. For the 2026-27 session, there are 2 Regular seats (1 UR + 1 SC) and 1 Paid seat (UR), totalling 3 seats. The intake is very limited, making it highly competitive.

Ques. What clinical facilities are available for MVSc Veterinary Medicine students at RGSC?

Ans. The Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences at RGSC has a Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex (TVCC) where students get hands-on clinical training. The complex handles cases of cattle, buffaloes, goats, dogs, and other animals, providing practical exposure in diagnosis and treatment.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MVSc Veterinary Medicine from BHU?

Ans. Graduates can work as Specialist Veterinary Clinicians in government veterinary hospitals, ICAR institutes, private veterinary hospitals, and as faculty in veterinary colleges. They can also appear for state/central government veterinary services and pursue PhD programmes at premier institutes like IVRI.

Ques. Is MVSc Veterinary Medicine a clinical or research-oriented programme?

Ans. MVSc Veterinary Medicine at BHU is both clinical and research-oriented. Students receive advanced clinical training at the TVCC while also undertaking a research thesis. The programme prepares graduates for both specialist clinical practice and academic/research careers.

Ques. Can a candidate who appeared in ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 use the same score for admission in the 2027-28 session at BHU?

Ans. No. As per BHU's admission rules, candidates selected through ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 can seek admission only during the 2026-27 session. The score/rank is not valid for subsequent sessions. Candidates wishing to join in 2027-28 must appear in ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2027.

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