Admission Procedure

The College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (COVAS), Udgir, admits students based on academic merit and entrance exams, primarily through MAFSU, the Maharashtra Animal & Fishery Sciences University

Admission Criteria

B.V.SC& AH -5.5 Years Course

Admission Process

1. Apply via MAFSU Online Portal:
   Visit www.mafsu.ac.in when applications open (usually around July–August).

2. Submit NEET-UG Details:
   NEET scores are used for merit ranking—no separate exam is conducted by the college.

3. Merit List & Counselling:

   • Merit list is released based on NEET scores.

   • Candidates are called for centralized counselling to choose colleges.

   • Document verification is mandatory before seat allotment.

4. Reservation Policy:
   As per Government of Maharashtra norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH/female quota, etc.).

Eligiblity

• Qualification: 10+2 (HSC or equivalent) with subjects:

  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB)

  • English as a core subject

• Minimum Marks: As per VCI norms (usually ~50% in PCB for general, 47.5% for reserved categories)

• Entrance Exam: Must have qualified NEET-UG of the current academic year.

• Age Limit: Minimum 17 years as of 31st December of the year of admission.

M.V.SC - 2 Years Course

Admission Process

• Apply via ICAR Portal:
  Register and appear for the ICAR AIEEA-PG exam.

• Merit-based Selection:
  Admission is based on ICAR rank and availability of seats in chosen specialization.

• Seat Matrix:
  Some seats are reserved for ICAR quota, the rest for state quota (MAFSU).

Eligiblity

• Degree: Must have passed B.V.Sc. & A.H. from a VCI-recognized college.

• Entrance Exam: Selection is through the ICAR-AIEEA (PG) entrance exam.

• Minimum Marks: 60% aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved categories may apply)

Scholarship

Benefits

1. ICAR National Talent Scholarship (NTS)

• Undergraduate: ₹3,000/month

• Postgraduate: ₹5,000/month

• Available for merit-based students admitted via ICAR-AIEEA, possibly from outside the state .

2. Research Fellowships (via ICAR/NTA)

• Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): ₹17,500/month for postgraduate students

• Senior Research Fellowship (SRF): ₹25,000–₹35,000/month for doctoral scholars .

3. State and Social Category Scholarships

• Scholarships for students from J&K, BC/MBC, SC/ST communities, etc., ranging in amounts and durations 

4. PG & PhD Fellowships via TANUVAS, ICCR, NFST, Indo-Afghan programs

• These include monthly stipends, contingency grants, and bench fees for students pursuing postgraduate and doctoral studies

Placement

The College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Udgir, supports students' career development through academic training and practical exposure rather than formal campus placements. Graduates from the college typically secure employment in government veterinary services, animal husbandry departments, livestock development boards, dairy cooperatives, pharmaceutical companies, and private veterinary clinics. Many also pursue higher studies (MVSc/PhD) through competitive exams like ICAR AIEEA-PG and JRF/SRF. The college encourages entrepreneurship, particularly in areas like dairy farming, poultry production, and pet care services.

College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Udgir

Established in 1987 and affiliated with MAFSU, Nagpur, COVAS Udgir boasts a comprehensive infrastructure that spans academic, clinical, research, residential, and outreach domains. The campus features a modern three-phase academic complex with well-equipped laboratories including specialized units for milk and meat hygiene, zoonoses and epidemiology, and environmental hygiene. It also houses a robust veterinary clinical complex with diagnostic services, alongside poultry units, livestock farms, and even a meteorological observatory (the nation’s first veterinary‑based one), fostering innovation in veterometeorology. A MAFSU Sub‑Centre on site maintains regional livestock breeds (like Deoni cattle and Marathwadi buffalo), a fodder demonstration cafeteria, integrated farming units, and farmer training facilities. Student amenities include hostels accommodating around 120 residents, a library with roughly 6,957 books, computer labs, Wi‑Fi–enabled digital classrooms, gymnasium, sports grounds, NSS unit, canteen, and outreach services where faculty support farmers and youth in adopted villages.

Hostel

The hostels are designed to be a supportive environment where students can focus on their studies and develop personally. Students typically share rooms with roommates, fostering social skills, teamwork, and a sense of community. In addition to sleeping areas, hostels usually provide access to shared common areas like a lounge and kitchen facilities

Transport

The College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Udgir, provides essential transport support for both academic and outreach purposes. The institution maintains a fleet of vehicles used for field visits, livestock farm exposure, clinical training, and rural extension programs, allowing students and faculty to engage directly with communities and real-world veterinary practices. These transport services also support collaboration with nearby villages for animal health camps, disease surveillance, and farmer awareness drives.