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Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner was established on 13 May 2010 and functions as a state university under the Government of Rajasthan. It is managed by the university administration headed by the Vice-Chancellor and aims to provide quality education, promote research, and extend services in the field of veterinary and animal sciences. The university is located in Bikaner city, Rajasthan, with a campus area of approximately 200 acres. The nearest railway station is Bikaner Junction, located within the city, and the nearest airport is Bikaner (Nal) Airport, around 13 kilometres from the campus. The university is approved by the Veterinary Council of India and recognized by relevant academic bodies, with affiliation to the University Grants Commission.
Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, offers a variety of academic programmes. At the undergraduate level, it offers the Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) course with an annual intake of 360 students. Postgraduate education includes the Master of Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc.) across various specializations, with an intake capacity typically ranging from 2 to 5 students per subject. Doctoral programmes (Ph.D.) are also available in multiple disciplines, with certain subjects such as Clinical Medicine offering up to 7 seats per year. Additionally, the university conducts a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Animal Biotechnology and a two-year Diploma in Animal Husbandry. However, the specific intake capacity for the M.Sc. and diploma courses is not specified.
The objectives of Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner are to provide quality education in veterinary and animal sciences, promote advanced research in related fields, and deliver effective extension services to livestock farmers. The university aims to develop skilled professionals capable of addressing the challenges in animal health, production, and management. It also strives to facilitate the transfer of technology to the field, enhance livestock productivity, and contribute to the overall development of the animal husbandry sector in the state and the country.
Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (RAJUVAS), Bikaner is approved by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI), which ensures its veterinary education programmes meet the national minimum standards required for professional practice in India. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), affirming its institutional legitimacy and adherence to higher education norms. RAJUVAS also holds accreditation from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), reflecting its research and educational standards in the fields of veterinary and animal sciences
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Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner has a well-developed academic infrastructure that supports high-quality veterinary education and research. The university features modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories for various disciplines such as microbiology, pathology, anatomy, and biotechnology, and specialized veterinary clinical teaching facilities. It has dedicated livestock and poultry farms that offer practical exposure to students. The central library and departmental libraries provide access to a wide range of books, journals, and digital resources to support academic activities. The campus also includes advanced research centres and diagnostic laboratories that enhance hands-on learning and facilitate postgraduate and doctoral research in veterinary and animal sciences.
The faculty at Rajasthan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bikaner is composed of a dedicated team of academic professionals with expertise across various disciplines of veterinary and animal sciences. It includes professors, associate professors, and assistant professors who are actively involved in teaching, research, and extension services. The faculty members contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes, ensuring a strong academic foundation for students. They are engaged in curriculum development, scientific research, clinical training, and outreach activities, thereby playing a vital role in the academic and professional development of the students. Their diverse specialization areas cover subjects like animal nutrition, genetics and breeding, pathology, microbiology, surgery, public health, pharmacology, and livestock management, providing students with well-rounded academic exposure and practical experience.
