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The Master of Veterinary Science [M.V.Sc.] at Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS), Chennai, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered on campus across its constituent colleges. TANUVAS offers M.V.Sc. in 22 specialisations including Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Animal Genetics and Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Veterinary Microbiology, Veterinary Pathology, Veterinary Pharmacology, Veterinary Parasitology, Veterinary Public Health, Veterinary Epidemiology, Livestock Production and Management, Veterinary Physiology, Bio-Statistics, Animal Biotechnology, and more. The total course fee is Rs. 96,925 for the entire 2-year duration, with the first-year fee being approximately Rs. 49,675. Admission is based on merit through the ICAR AIEEA (PG) exam for the ICAR quota and through TANUVAS's own state-level selection process for Tamil Nadu state quota candidates. The programme is highly competitive given the limited seat intake per specialisation, and is popular among veterinary graduates seeking advanced clinical, research, or academic careers.

Admission for the 2026-27 batch is currently in the counselling/fee payment stage. The online registration and payment of fees for the 2026-27 session closed on February 16, 2027. Counselling for Other State candidates (MVSc and PhD) was held on March 12, 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, applications are tentatively expected to open around October-November 2027, based on the previous year's schedule, with the last date for application likely in December 2027.

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TANUVAS offers M.V.Sc. in 22 specialisations, making it one of the most comprehensive veterinary PG programmes in India.
Offered across multiple constituent colleges including Madras Veterinary College (MVC), PGRIAS, and Veterinary College and Research Institutes at Namakkal, Orathanadu, and Tirunelveli.
ICAR-accredited university; ICAR PG scholarship available for eligible candidates admitted through ICAR AIEEA (PG).
Seat intake per specialisation is very limited (1-3 seats under Tamil Nadu state quota), making each specialisation highly competitive.
Graduates are eligible for teaching, research, and government veterinary service positions across India.

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TANUVAS MVSc Fees

The M.V.Sc. programme at TANUVAS is offered at a very affordable fee structure, in keeping with its status as a government university. The total fee for the entire 2-year programme is Rs. 96,925, which includes tuition fees of Rs. 30,000 and other charges of Rs. 36,925. The first-year fee is approximately Rs. 49,675, and the second-year fee is approximately Rs. 47,250. Hostel facilities are available on campus but are not mandatory; hostel charges are separate and not included in the total course fee.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fees (2 years total)	30,000
Registration / Enrollment Fee	450
Admission Fee	450
Syllabus	150
Identity Card	100
Lab Fund	500
Certificate Verification Charges	500
Transcript Card / Degree Certificate Charges	500
Co-operative Society Fees	200
Library Caution Deposit (Refundable)	1,000
Other Charges	36,925
Total Fees (2 Years)	96,925

Library Caution Deposit of Rs. 1,000 is refundable upon completion of the programme.
Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the above total. Hostel is not mandatory.
SC/SCA/ST candidates are exempted from paying tuition fees as per Government of Tamil Nadu norms and may be eligible for scholarship reimbursements.
No EMI option is officially mentioned; fees are typically paid year-wise at the time of admission/re-registration.

TANUVAS MVSc Admission 2026

Admission to M.V.Sc. at TANUVAS is highly competitive given the very limited seat intake per specialisation. Seats are filled through two quotas: the ICAR quota (filled via ICAR AIEEA PG counselling) and the Tamil Nadu State quota (filled via TANUVAS's own merit-based selection). For the 2026-27 session, the online application and fee payment closed on February 16, 2027, and counselling for Other State candidates was conducted on March 12, 2026. For the 2027-28 session, applications are expected to open tentatively in October-November 2027.

TANUVAS PG Admission Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Opening (2026-27)	October 2026 (tentative)
Last Date for Online Application and Fee Payment	February 16, 2027
Employed Candidates - Last Date to Submit Hard Copy	February 16, 2027
Release of Provisional Rank List	February 2027
First Counselling - Tamil Nadu State Candidates (MVSc)	February 2027
Second Counselling - Tamil Nadu State Candidates (MVSc)	March 7, 2026 (2026-27 session)
Counselling for Other State Candidates (MVSc and PhD)	March 12, 2026 (2026-27 session)
Batch Commencement	March/April 2027 (tentative)

ICAR AIEEA (PG) Exam Dates

Event	Date
ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 Application Start	May 6, 2026
ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 Application End	June 5, 2026
ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 Exam Date	July 3, 2026
ICAR AIEEA (PG) 2026 Result / Rank List	August 2026 (tentative)
ICAR PG Online Counselling (Mop-Up Round)	November 14-19, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree (5.5-year programme) from a recognised veterinary college with a minimum OGPA of 6.50/10.00 (or 65% aggregate under semester pattern) or 2.75/4.00 under trimester system.
Candidates who have studied under the conventional system must possess a minimum of 55% marks in their Bachelor's degree.
For ICAR quota: Candidates must qualify ICAR AIEEA (PG) and be eligible for ICAR counselling.

Admission Process:

Register online on the TANUVAS PG Admission portal (adm.tanuvas.ac.in).
Pay the application fee online (Rs. 1,200 for General; Rs. 600 for SC/ST candidates).
Candidates can apply for more than one specialisation by submitting separate online applications for each.
Employed candidates must submit a hard copy of the application through proper channel before the due date.
Provisional rank list is published on the TANUVAS admission portal.
Attend counselling as per the schedule; carry original documents for verification.
Pay the admission fee and confirm seat acceptance within the stipulated time.
ICAR quota seats are filled separately through ICAR online counselling conducted by NTA/ICAR.

TANUVAS MVSc Scholarships 2026

TANUVAS students enrolled in M.V.Sc. programmes have access to a range of scholarships from government and institutional sources. The most significant scholarship for M.V.Sc. students admitted through the ICAR AIEEA (PG) route is the ICAR PG Scholarship, which provides a monthly fellowship to meritorious candidates. State government scholarships are also available for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved category students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Offered By
ICAR PG Scholarship (formerly JRF)	Admitted through ICAR AIEEA (PG); merit-based	Rs. 12,640/month + contingency grant	ICAR / NTA
SC/SCA/ST Welfare Scholarship	SC/SCA/ST students admitted to TANUVAS	As per Government of Tamil Nadu norms	Government of Tamil Nadu
Backward Class Scholarship	BC/MBC students	As per Government of Tamil Nadu norms	Government of Tamil Nadu
TANUVAS Merit Scholarship	Merit-based; for TANUVAS students	Variable	TANUVAS
Pattukottai Azhagiri Endowment Scholarship	Eligible TANUVAS students	Variable	TANUVAS Endowment
Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of India)	SC/ST students	As per GoI norms	Government of India

ICAR PG Scholarship is awarded only to candidates admitted through the ICAR AIEEA (PG) quota and is subject to satisfactory academic performance.
SC/SCA/ST candidates are exempted from tuition fees and get the application form fee (Rs. 350) refunded along with the scholarship.
Students must apply for government scholarships through the respective state/central scholarship portals within the prescribed deadlines.
TANUVAS Merit Scholarship and endowment scholarships are awarded based on academic performance and availability of funds.

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TANUVAS MVSc FAQs

Ques. How many specialisations are available under M.V.Sc. at TANUVAS, and how do I choose one?

Ans. TANUVAS offers M.V.Sc. in 22 specialisations including Veterinary Medicine, Surgery and Radiology, Animal Genetics and Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Veterinary Microbiology, Veterinary Pathology, Veterinary Pharmacology, Veterinary Parasitology, Veterinary Public Health, Veterinary Epidemiology, Livestock Production and Management, Veterinary Physiology, Bio-Statistics, Animal Biotechnology, and others. Candidates should choose a specialisation based on their interest, career goals, and OGPA, as each specialisation has separate seats and merit lists.

Ques. Can I apply for multiple M.V.Sc. specialisations at TANUVAS simultaneously?

Ans. Yes, candidates who wish to apply for more than one degree programme or specialisation must submit separate online applications for each. The application fee is payable for each application. Candidates will be considered for each specialisation independently based on their OGPA and merit rank.

Ques. Which constituent college of TANUVAS offers M.V.Sc. programmes?

Ans. M.V.Sc. programmes are offered across multiple constituent colleges of TANUVAS, including Madras Veterinary College (MVC) in Chennai, Post Graduate Research Institute in Animal Sciences (PGRIAS) in Kattupakkam, Veterinary College and Research Institute (VCRI) in Namakkal, VCRI in Orathanadu, and VCRI in Tirunelveli. The specific college for each specialisation is indicated during counselling.

Ques. What is the total number of M.V.Sc. seats available at TANUVAS across all specialisations?

Ans. The total number of M.V.Sc. seats at TANUVAS across all specialisations is approximately 52 (as per the latest available data), distributed across Tamil Nadu state quota, ICAR quota, and DAH (Department of Animal Husbandry) quota. Individual specialisations typically have 1-3 seats under the Tamil Nadu state quota.

Ques. Is the TANUVAS M.V.Sc. degree recognised for government jobs and teaching positions?

Ans. Yes, the M.V.Sc. degree from TANUVAS is recognised by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) and ICAR. Graduates are eligible for Veterinary Assistant Surgeon posts in state animal husbandry departments, ICAR scientist positions, and teaching/research positions in veterinary colleges across India.

Ques. What is the difference between the ICAR quota and the Tamil Nadu state quota for M.V.Sc. at TANUVAS, and which is more competitive?

Ans. The ICAR quota (15% of seats) is filled through the ICAR AIEEA (PG) national entrance exam, and candidates from all states can compete. The Tamil Nadu state quota (85% of seats) is filled based on OGPA in the B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree, and is open only to Tamil Nadu state candidates. Both quotas are highly competitive given the very limited seat intake per specialisation. Candidates from other states can only apply through the ICAR quota.

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