About Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
GADVASU is Punjab’s state veterinary and animal sciences university in Ludhiana, set up under a 2005 state Act and running veterinary, dairy, fisheries and biotechnology programmes.
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University was created by Punjab Legislature Act No. 16 of 2005 and started working in April 2006 in Ludhiana. It runs six constituent units: the College of Veterinary Science, the College of Fisheries, the College of Dairy and Food Science Technology, the College of Animal Biotechnology, a second veterinary college at Rampura Phul and the Veterinary Polytechnic at Kaljharani. Undergraduates can study B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.F.Sc. (Hons.) or B.Tech in Dairy Technology, Food Technology or Biotechnology. At postgraduate level it offers M.Tech, M.F.Sc. and M.Sc. programmes along with Ph.D. research in several disciplines, plus diplomas and short courses.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | 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
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
GADVASU publishes a yearly admission page and prospectus for each level. Undergraduate applicants (B.V.Sc. & A.H., B.Tech and B.F.Sc.) apply and attend counselling through the university's online portal. Master's and Ph.D. applicants apply on separate online portals listed on the postgraduate admission page.
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
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- 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
Ludhiana Group of Colleges, Chaukimann
Master Tara Singh Memorial College for Women, Ludhiana
Ramgarhia Girls College, Ludhiana
Gujranwala Guru Nanak Khalsa College, Ludhiana
SDP College for Women, Ludhiana
Govind National College, Narangwal
Frequently asked questions
When was GADVASU set up?
It was created by Punjab Legislature Act No. 16 of 2005 and began functioning on 21 April 2006.
Which B.Tech programmes does GADVASU offer?
B.Tech in Dairy Technology, Food Technology and Biotechnology.
How do I apply for a master's or Ph.D. at GADVASU?
Through the separate online application portals linked from the university's postgraduate admission page for 2026-27.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- GADVASU home page · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- The University - GADVASU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - GADVASU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- GADVASU Admission 2026-27 · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- PG Admission 2026-27 - GADVASU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Livestock Production Management - GADVASU · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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