About College of Animal Biotechnology, GADVASU
The College of Animal Biotechnology is a constituent college of GADVASU on its Ludhiana campus, teaching B.Tech Biotechnology, M.Sc and M.V.Sc biotechnology degrees and PhD programmes.
The College of Animal Biotechnology is one of the constituent colleges of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), located on the main university campus near the Verka Milk Plant on Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana. It works through three departments: Animal Biotechnology, Microbial and Environmental Biotechnology, and Bioinformatics. Undergraduates can take a B.Tech in Biotechnology, while postgraduates choose from an M.V.Sc in Veterinary Biotechnology and M.Sc programmes in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, including an animal biotechnology specialisation. Doctoral research is offered in Veterinary Biotechnology and in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. The college also runs a one-year PG Diploma in Molecular Biology and Genomics and a short course in bioinformatics.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
GADVASU publishes admission notices, eligibility rules and seat capacity for each session on its admissions page; the 2026-27 cycle is listed there. Applicants should check the undergraduate eligibility criteria for B.Tech Biotechnology and the separate master's and PhD eligibility rules before applying. The college page itself does not state the entrance basis.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Other colleges in Ludhiana
Panjab University Regional Centre, Ludhiana
SCD Government College, Ludhiana
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Master Tara Singh Memorial College for Women, Ludhiana
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Frequently asked questions
Which UG course does the College of Animal Biotechnology offer?
A B.Tech in Biotechnology.
Which PG degrees are available?
M.V.Sc in Veterinary Biotechnology and M.Sc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, including an animal biotechnology specialisation.
Where is the college?
On the GADVASU main campus near the Verka Milk Plant, Ferozepur Road, Ludhiana.
Does the college offer a PhD?
Yes, in Veterinary Biotechnology and in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- GADVASU - College of Animal Biotechnology programmes · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- GADVASU - Contact Us · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- GADVASU - Corrigendum/Addendum Advt 01/2024 · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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