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Course Details

BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE

Degree Course Type 

Bachelors

Entry Level Qualification 

Class 10+2

Degree Course Duration 

More Than 5 Year

Course Fields 

Medical

Degree Course Entrance Exam 

NEET UG, NEET PG

Average Course Fee 

10000 - 200000 Per Year

Average Salary Offered 

300000 - 450000 Per Year

Course Highlights 

The candidates can check the major highlights of the BVSc course.

Course Name

Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Short Name

B.V.Sc.

Course Type

Degree Course

Level

Undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor

Specialisation

Veterinary Science

Relevant Field

Medicine/ Medical Science

Course Duration

5.5 Years

Internship

Mandatory

Minimum Requirement

10+2

Age Requirements

17 Years

Admission

Entrance Examinations

Course Fee

INR 10,000 Per Annum - INR 2 LPA

Average Initial Salary

INR 5 LPA - INR 8 LPA

Employment Opportunities

Veterinarian, Veterinary Consultant, Veterinary Surgeon, Professor, Researcher, etc.

About Course 

For medical aspirants who love animals and want to pursue medicinal science for curing animal disease, Bachelor of Veterinary Science is the best degree course. The course is also known as B.V.Sc and imparts education that enables graduates to diagnose diseases in animals and prescribe medicines. The course curriculum comprises a detailed study of animal anatomy, nutrition, diseases and physiology. The five-year course will comprise both theoretical subjects as well as practical examinations. Candidates also have to take up a medical internship of six months to one year in the final year of the programme in order to achieve the B.V.Sc degree.

Why Choose Course And Required Skills 

Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) is an excellent course for animal lovers and caretakers. The course deals with several aspects of veterinary sciences like animal husbandry, taking care, etc. There are many reasons why one should do a BVSc course. Some of the common factors why a student should study BVSc are mentioned below.

1. Industry relevance: BVSc course is in demand because the course is relevant to the industry. The students are absorbed by the industry immediately after completing their graduation. The program inculcates curriculum in such a way that they train Veterinary graduates with strong commitment to research and animal care welfare. The students can also demand a better salary if they have a relevant skill set in the early stage of their career.

2. Great Learning Experience- The students are taught and trained in management skills. They also learn the development of diagnostic tools and techniques. The students of BVSc must learn clinical and business skills to avail the best opportunities in the market.

3. A career in clinical practice: Many BVSc graduates explore job opportunities by working with farmers, animal owners, and communities to provide their specialized services. They love their work and with their expertise and skills, they are able to provide high quality health care facilities to animals and maintenance of livestock.

Advantages of Pursuing BVSc

BVSc is a five year undergraduate course in Veterinary Science and students expect good job opportunities after pursuing this course. They also look out for better growth opportunities as they invest 5 years’ time for doing this course. The students look for the advantages after doing this course.  Some of the common advantages of doing BVSc course are:

1. The student gets an opportunity to work as veterinarian and other related fields at both national and international levels. The job opportunities are increasing because the lifestyles of the people are changing and the numbers of pet lovers are also increasing.

2. The students of BVSc graduates also get to work in the military department of the government of India for the caretaking and treatment of military dogs. These dogs need special treatment that assists in the defense services.

3. Most of the students after graduating from BVSc opt for self-employment as they can generate significant benefits.

4. The students of BVSc can choose a better career option and can opt for surgeries and the treatment of animals.

5. The students can opt for doing MVSc after completing the undergraduate program. The students can easily find a great job profile after completing their BVSc course. 

Eligibility  

The eligibility criteria for the Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) have been mentioned below. 

Minimum Qualification Required: 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry and Biology)

Minimum Marks Required (Aggregate): 50%

Minimum Age Required: 19 Years

Entrance Exams Details 

Following are some popular BVSc entrance exams:

1. All India Common Entrance Examination

2. College Of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry Entrance Exam

3. All India Pre Veterinary Test

4. Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test

5. Indian Veterinary Research Institute Entrance Exam

6. Kerala Agricultural University Entrance Exam

7. Indian Council of Agricultural Research Entrance Examination

8. JNU Combined Biotechnology Entrance Exam

9. Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science

10. Kerala Engineering Agricultural and Medical Entrance Test

Degree Course Syllabus 

Mentioned below is the semester-wise syllabus of the Bachelor of Veterinary Science course.

BVSc Syllabus for Year I

Semester I

Introductory Animal Husbandry

Veterinary Anatomy in General and Osteology

Scope and Importance of Biochemistry

Osteology

Introduction and Importance of Statistics

Livestock in India

Semester II

Importance of Grasslands and Fodders In-Livestock Production

Sense Organs and Receptors Physiology of Special Senses

Demonstration of Embalming of the Carcass and Preservation

Myology

Muscle Physiology

Enzymes: Definition and Classification


BVSc Syllabus for Year II

Semester III

Factors Affecting the Digestibility of a Feed

Introduction and History of Microbiology

Introduction and Scope of Veterinary Pathology

Parasites and Parasitism

General Histology

Indian Poultry Industry

Semester IV

Spermatogenic Cycle and Wave

The Biting Midges

Concepts in Veterinary and Medical Immunology

Biochemical and Genetic Determinants of Growth

Introduction and General Description to Protozoa and their Development

Gross Morphological and Topographical Study of Various Organs of the Digestive System


BVSc Syllabus for Year III

Semester V

Concept of Sociology

General Pathology of Viral Infections

Layout and Management of Rural, Urban and Modem Abattoirs

Milk Industry in India

Milk Hygiene in Relation to Public Health

Historical Development Branches and Scope of Pharmacology

Semester VI

Drugs acting on the Autonomic Nervous System

Parasitic Diseases

Introduction to Aquatic Animals

Viral Diseases

Retrospect and Prospect of Meat Industry in India

Definitions and Aims of Epidemiology


BVSc Syllabus for Year IV

Semester VII

Antibacterial Agents

History and Scope of Veterinary Medicine

Clinical Evaluation and Abnormalities of Reproductive Tracts in Domestic Animals

Clinical Manifestation

Principles of Viewing and Interpreting X-ray Films

Pre-anaesthetic Considerations and Pre anaesthetics

Semester VIII

General Toxicology

Man-Animal and Society

Dystocia - Types of Dystocia

Valuation of Acid-Base Balance and Interpretation

Types and Functions of Placenta in Different Species

Aetiology, Clinical Manifestations


BVSc Syllabus for Year V

Semester IX

Definition of Animal Welfare and Ethics

Breeds of Dogs- International Pedigree Breeds and those Commonly seen in India

Introduction to Andrology

Livestock Entrepreneurship

Taxonomy of Various Genera of Wild/Zoo Animals of India along with their Descriptions

Definition, Scope and Importance

Semester X - Internship

Top Colleges 

There are numerous Veterinary colleges in top cities of India such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh, etc. As per the survey of  the last year 2021, the top universities that deal with bachelor's degree in Veterinary Sciences include:

College name 

Fees for 1st Year (INR)

College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner

INR 15,000

Indian Veterinary Research Institute

INR 29,000

Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University

INR 21,000

Junagadh Agriculture University

INR 28,000

West Bengal University of animal and fishery Sciences

INR 16,000

Orissa University of agricultural technology

INR 21,000

Govind Ballabh pant University of agriculture and Technology

INR 41,000

Anand Agricultural University (College of Veterinary Science and animal husbandry)

INR 13,000

Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology

INR 4 lacks

Navsari Agricultural University

INR 45,000

Bihar Agricultural University

INR 12,000

Course Fees 

The average fee for a BVSc course ranges between Rs. 10,000/- to Rs. 2,00,000/ annually.

Top Recruiters And Salary 

Trainee Veterinarians or Veterinarian Assistants can start out with salaries up to Rs. 10,000 per month. 

Course Scope And Career Options 

Jobs Roles after Pursuing BVSc

The students after completing graduation from BVSc can work according to their interests, choices, and specializations. After having a valid license, they can always practice as a veterinarian. There is a vast opportunity available for the students of BVSc and they can explore multiple fields.

Veterinary Surgeon – The job profile includes all surgical aspects related to animals. They specialize in treating and healing wounds and injuries in both bones and joints. The average salary structure of a veterinary surgeon is 5.5 to 6 lakhs per year.

Veterinary Officer – The main profile of a veterinary officer is to take an overview of veterinary facilities that are being provided by medical professionals to animals. They are accountable for maintaining rules and policies for animal healthcare in the department of agriculture. Their salary varies as per the policies of the state and the central government.

Animal caretaker – They take care of all the animals whether at the private organization or at the government organizations. They also provide treatment and care for different NGOs that work for the betterment of animals. The salary structure for this post varies from 3.5 lakhs to 4 lakhs per annum.

Social Workers for Animals – The job profile includes working for the betterment of animals. They usually provide care and treatment and fight for animal welfare in NGOs. Their average salary is 4 lakhs per annum.

Animal Care Specialist – They take care of animals in the best possible way. They are specialists in a particular field and they work in hospitals and government departments for animals. Their average salary ranges from 5.5-6 lakhs per annum.


Scope after BVSc 

The students after completing five five-year graduations in BVSc expect proper growth and career opportunities.  There are plenty of scopes as the 5-year program is divided into a wide range of course curricula. One can pursue a master's degree after BVSC to open up more job opportunities. There are various other opportunities after completing the undergraduate program both nationally and internationally. 

Name of the Course 

Course fees

MVSc Veterinary parasitology

INR 50,000 to 3 lacks

MVSc Veterinary biochemistry

INR 1 to 6 lacks

MVSc Veterinary and animal husbandry extension

INR 28,000 to 3.25 lacks

MVSc Animal nutrition

INR 8,000 to 3 lacks

MVSc Veterinary surgery and radiology

INR 50,000 to 2 lacks

MVSc Pharmacology and toxicology

INR 5,000 to 5 lacks

MVSc Veterinary microbiology

INR 50,000 to 5 lacks

MVSc Livestock products Technology

INR 10,000 to 50,000

MVSc Animal genetics and breeding

INR 10,000 to 2 lacks

Admission Process 

1. In order to take admission in B.V.SC courses, candidates have to study Science up to class 12 with Biology, Chemistry and Physics as compulsory subjects.

2. Minimum qualifying marks may differ from college to college.

3. Selection for this course is done on the basis of entrance exams.

4. All aspiring candidates have to appear for B.V.SC entrance exams for the universities that they are targeting.

BVSc Entrance Exams

Following are some popular BVSc entrance exams:

1. All India Common Entrance Examination

2. College Of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry Entrance Exam

3. All India Pre Veterinary Test

4. Engineering, Agriculture & Medical Common Entrance Test

5. Indian Veterinary Research Institute Entrance Exam

6. Kerala Agricultural University Entrance Exam

7. Indian Council of Agricultural Research Entrance Examination

8. JNU Combined Biotechnology Entrance Exam

9. Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Science

10. Kerala Engineering Agricultural and Medical Entrance Test