Tamilnadu Veterinary & Animal Sciences University: Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Placements

Admission

Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS), established in 1989, is a premier state university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is India’s first veterinary university. TANUVAS offers UG, PG, diploma, and doctoral programs in veterinary science, animal husbandry, dairy technology, and fisheries.

Popular programs include B.V.Sc & AH, B.Tech (Food Technology, Poultry Technology, Dairy Technology), M.V.Sc, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA Agribusiness, and Ph.D..

Eligibility: 10+2 with PCB for B.V.Sc & AH and B.Tech; graduation in relevant field for PG; PG degree for Ph.D.

Admission Process: NEET UG for B.V.Sc & AH; TANUVAS entrance exams for PG; ICAR entrance for national quota seats; Ph.D. via entrance exam + interview.

Fee Highlights: UG programs ₹40,000–70,000 per year; PG programs ₹50,000–90,000 per year; Ph.D. ₹60,000–1,00,000 per year.

Campus

Located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, TANUVAS operates multiple colleges and research institutes:

• Madras Veterinary College, Chennai
• Veterinary College and Research Institutes (Namakkal, Tirunelveli, Orathanadu)
• Institute of Food and Dairy Technology, Koduvalli
• Fisheries College and Research Institute, Thoothukudi
• Livestock Research Stations and Veterinary Hospitals
• Central library, modern labs, and e-learning centers
• Hostels, sports complexes, and student clubs

Placement

The university’s placement cell provides career guidance, internships, and industry exposure. Key highlights include:

• Recruiters: Veterinary hospitals, dairy industries, poultry firms, fisheries, pharma companies, NGOs, and government departments
• Average Package: ₹5–7 LPA
• Highest Package: ₹12–15 LPA
• Sectors: Veterinary practice, dairy technology, food processing, fisheries, animal husbandry, research
• Career Support: Internships, workshops, skill development programs, and counseling

Scholarship

TANUVAS offers multiple scholarship opportunities:

• Government Schemes: SC/ST/OBC/minority scholarships
• Merit Scholarships: For top NEET and TANUVAS exam performers
• Need-Based Waivers: Financial support for economically weaker students
• Research Fellowships: For Ph.D. and postgraduate scholars

On average, 25–30% of students benefit annually.

Cut Off

Admission cut-offs at TANUVAS vary by program:

• B.V.Sc & AH: NEET UG percentile benchmarks
• B.Tech Programs: 10+2 marks + entrance exam benchmarks
• PG Programs: UG marks + TANUVAS entrance exam benchmarks
• Ph.D.: Entrance exam + interview

The university publishes clear guidance for each session, helping aspirants understand eligibility benchmarks.