The Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) is the key professional undergraduate degree for students who desire to become veterinary professionals and build careers in animal healthcare, clinical practice, livestock management, veterinary research, public health and related fields.
For admission under the 15% Veterinary Council of India (VCI) All India Quota, eligibility and counselling are governed by the applicable VCI rules and the current academic-year Information Bulletin. For AY 2026–27, VCI has used the qualified NEET-UG 2026 merit list for admission to B.V.Sc. & A.H. seats under its 15% quota.
| Eligibility Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Course | |
| Course Duration | 5½ years, including 1-year compulsory internship |
| Minimum Age | 17 years as on or before 31 December of the applicable admission year |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 / Intermediate Science or equivalent |
| Compulsory Subjects | Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology and English as a core course |
| Practical Requirement | Practical examination in the prescribed science subjects |
| Minimum Marks – General | 50% aggregate in English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology |
| SC/ST/Other Special Categories | 47.5%, as specified under applicable VCI provisions |
| Entrance Examination for VCI 15% AIQ | NEET-UG |
| Admission Basis | NEET merit/rank, subject to fulfilment of eligibility requirements |
| VCI All India Quota | 15% of seats in recognized veterinary colleges |
| PwD Candidates | As per applicable RPwD Act, current government notifications and VCI requirements |
The above reflects the VCI AY 2026-27 information bulletin. Admission rules for other quotas or specific institutions may vary and should be checked against the applicable State Government, university or college notification.
Candidates looking for the admission in B.V.Sc. & A.H. should have passed 10+2 / Intermediate Science or an equivalent qualifying examination in accordance with the VCI Minimum Standards of Veterinary Education (MSVE) Regulations, 2016.
The qualifying examination should include:
The approved science subjects should include the required practical section. VCI also recognizes equivalent intermediate science qualifications subject to the conditions specified in its regulations and Information Bulletin.
For the General category, candidates must have obtained at least 50% aggregate marks in:
English + Physics + Chemistry + Biology/Biotechnology
For SC, ST and other special categories, the VCI AY 2026–27 information bulletin specifies 47.5%, subject to the applicable government/VCI provisions.
Important: The percentage requirement mentioned above relates to the VCI eligibility criteria for the 15% All India Quota. Students should also check the admission notification applicable to their particular state, university or college.
Is NEET required for B.V.Sc. & A.H.?
For the 15% VCI All India Quota, the answer is Yes.
For AY 2026–27, VCI stated that candidates must have qualified NEET-UG 2026 and admission to B.V.Sc. & A.H. under the VCI quota is based on the candidates merit and ranking in the NEET-UG 2026 merit list, subject to completion of the other eligibility requirements.
NEET-UG Qualification → NEET Merit/Rank → VCI Counselling → Seat Allotment → College Reporting
VCI precisely states that no other merit or weightage is to be considered for admission under this process.
For AY 2026-27, a candidate must have attained the age of 17 years on or before 31 December 2026.
For future admission years, students should check the latest VCI/official counselling bulletin because the applicable cut-off date may change.
For the VCI 15% All India Quota, the current VCI bulletin states that the candidate should be an Indian National.
The bulletin also provides for OCI/PIO candidates to register online for counselling under the 15% quota, subject to producing the required proof and being treated under the applicable conditions specified by VCI and the concerned university/college.
The current VCI eligibility framework does not use the older detailed physical-disability exclusions that appeared in some previous college-level eligibility documents.
For AY 2026–27, VCI states that physical-disability criteria for B.V.Sc. & A.H. admission are governed by the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 and the subsequent notification issued by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment dated 12 March 2024.
The current framework emphasizes inclusive education and reasonable accommodation. PwD candidates are required to submit a valid UDID card issued by the designated medical authority under MoSJE.
Students should therefore refer to the latest VCI notification and applicable government provisions rather than relying on older lists of disability exclusions.
Candidates should generally keep their original academic and identity documents ready for verification, as required by the applicable counselling and college instructions.
Depending on the candidates category and circumstances, documents may include:
The final document list should always be checked against the current counselling bulletin and the allotted institutions instructions.
The information on this page is intended for student guidance and educational awareness.
The eligibility criteria above are primarily based on the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) AY 2026-27 Information Bulletin for admission under the 15% VCI All India Quota. State quota admissions, university level admissions and other institutional admission routes may have additional or different requirements.
Candidates should always verify the latest notification issued by the relevant authority before applying.
VET SAT does not replace NEET-UG, VCI counselling, State counselling, university admission procedures or any legal eligibility requirement.
Students are advised to verify the latest information from:
VCIs current portal itself advises candidates to regularly check its website for the latest counselling instructions and updates.
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Commonly requirements are 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English for General category candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC candidates. Confirm the exact figures in the official notification.
Yes. Admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree course is based on merit and ranking in the NEET (UG) merit list, as stated in the VCI admission notice for 2026-27.
Candidates must qualify NEET-UG and the applicable percentile or score cut-off is set in the current year's VCI notification. Check the latest bulletin before applying.
Candidates usually need Physics, Chemistry and Biology (or Biotechnology), with English as a qualifying subject, from the medical or science stream.
Candidates generally need to be at least 17 years old as of 31 December of the admission year.
Neither limit is stated in the sources reviewed. Verify the current VCI and NTA notifications for any age or attempt restrictions.
Yes, Students who appear for NEET-UG can participate in counselling only after passing the Class 12.
Yes. VCI conducts a 15% All India Quota counselling for B.V.Sc. & A.H. seats, while state quota seats are handled by the respective states.
Refer to the Veterinary Council of India admission portal (vci.admissions.nic.in), the VCI website (vci.gov.in), and the NTA website (nta.ac.in) for NEET-UG details.
Yes, VET SAT offers upto 100% scholarships for the healthcare courses, as per VET SAT, All India Rank (AIR).