

The College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry in Bhubaneswar, a constituent college of the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT), has been a cornerstone of veterinary education in India since its establishment in 1955. As part of OUAT, which secured the 22nd position in the Agriculture and Allied Sectors category in the 2023 NIRF rankings, the college holds significant prestige. It is fully accredited by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI), ensuring that its curriculum and facilities meet the highest national standards for veterinary practice. For students targeting admissions in the 2025-2026 academic year, the college primarily offers the highly sought-after Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) degree. It also provides postgraduate (M.V.Sc.) and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs for further specialisation. Admission to the undergraduate course is competitive and relies on the student's performance in the NEET-UG examination, with seats allocated through VCI and state-level OUAT counselling. The fee structure is quite affordable for a professional course, with the first-year B.V.Sc. fees being approximately INR 56,000. While the official placement data for 2025 and 2026 will be available upon the graduation of those batches, the college consistently maintains an excellent placement record. In recent years, over 85% of graduates have secured employment or opted for higher studies shortly after completion. The median salary package for graduates typically ranges around INR 6.5 LPA. Graduates find promising careers as Veterinary Officers in government departments, and also in the private sector with roles in the dairy, poultry, and pharmaceutical industries, alongside opportunities in private clinical practice.