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The Veterinary Council of India (VCI) is a statutory body under the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, established through the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984. It regulates veterinary education and practice across India.
For the academic year 2025-26, VCI will fill 15% of total B.V.Sc. & A.H. seats in all recognized veterinary colleges, including TANUVAS (Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University), through NEET (UG) 2025 scores.
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Register NowKey Highlights:
- Admission Basis: Through NEET UG 2025 merit list (conducted by NTA).
- Regulation Followed: MSVE - B.V.Sc. & A.H. Degree Course Regulations, 2016.
- Course Duration: 5.5 years (includes 1 year of compulsory internship).
- Seat Quota: 734 seats available nationwide under 15% All India Quota.
- Counselling Authority: Veterinary Council of India (VCI).
Eligibility Criteria for BVSc & AH Admission (2025-26) - All India Quota (VCI)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Nationals are eligible. |
| OCI / PIO Candidates | Eligible under General Category. Must produce valid proof. |
| Minimum Age | Must be 17 years or older as on 31st December 2025. |
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology, and English. Must also qualify NEET (UG) 2025. |
| Minimum Marks (General) | 50% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotech & English in qualifying exam. |
| Minimum Marks (SC/ST/Others) | 47.5% aggregate (as per VCI MSVE 2016 regulations). |
| Merit Basis | Admission will be strictly based on NEET-UG 2025 ranking and fulfillment of other criteria. |
| Foreign Qualification | Must provide equivalency certificate from Association of Indian Universities (AIU). |
| Grade/CGPA System | Candidates must convert grades to marks with a certified formula and submit proof. |
| Physical Disability |
Candidates with the following conditions are not eligible:
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| Disability Certificate | Must be issued by a Medical Board with 3 specialists (latest certificate within 3 months). |
Reservation of Seats - BVSc & AH (15% All India Quota)
| Category | Reservation % | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% | |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% | |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 10% | Must have valid EWS certificate as per Central Govt. norms. |
| Other Backward Class (OBC - NCL) | 27% | Only Non-Creamy Layer OBCs listed in Central OBC list are eligible. |
| Physically Handicapped (PwD) | 5% in each category | Must meet disability criteria as per MSVE Regulations, 2016. Certificate required. |
Note: OBC candidates not in the Central List or belonging to the creamy layer should apply under General category.
BVSc & AH Application Process (2025-2026) - 15% All India Quota
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Check Eligibility
- Must be an Indian National or OCI/PIO
- Must have qualified NEET UG 2025
- Age: Minimum 17 years as on 31st Dec 2025
- Must have studied Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Biotechnology & English in 10+2
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Visit the Official VCI Counselling Portal
- Link will be announced on https://vci.admissions.nic.in
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Online Registration
- Fill in personal, academic, and NEET details
- Upload documents (photo, signature, NEET scorecard, certificates, etc.)
- Set login credentials
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Pay the Counselling Fee
- Pay through online mode (Net Banking, UPI, Credit/Debit Card)
- Fee details will be available in the notification
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Choice Filling and Locking
- Select preferred veterinary colleges from the list
- Lock your choices before the deadline
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Seat Allotment Results
- Results will be published on the portal
- Download allotment letter if selected
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Reporting to College
- Report to the allotted institute with original documents and fees
- Undergo document verification and medical fitness check
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Upgradation/Second Round (If Needed)
- Participate in further rounds if not satisfied with the first allotment
TANUVAS UG Admission Procedure - BVSc & AH (2025-26)
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Eligibility and Merit Determination
- For BVSc & AH - Based on NEET score
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Rank List Publication
- Rank lists for both BVSc & AH and BTech are published on the official website:
- https://adm.tanuvas.ac.in
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Counselling Process
- In-Person Counselling
- Conducted first for Special Categories:
- Sports Quota
- Children of Ex-Servicemen
- Differently-abled
- 7.5% Government School Quota
- Candidates must appear physically with original certificates
Online Counselling (General and Others)
- Held based on:
- Merit
- Tamil Nadu Government reservation norms
- Campus/course preference (entered only once)
- Candidates must:
- Register online for counselling
- Download admission letter
- Report at assigned venue for document verification and fee payment
- On completion, they receive admission slip and join allotted college
Sliding Procedure:
- For seat upgradation/campus change based on rank and vacancy
- Additional rounds conducted for vacant seats
Important:
- If candidate fails to register for counselling, they are not considered further
- Mere registration or fee payment does not guarantee admission
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Counselling Fee
- SC/SCA/ST: ₹100
- Others: ₹200
- One-time non-refundable
- Number of candidates called for counselling is based on vacancy
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Fee Payment & Concessions
- Selected candidates must pay:
- Tuition
- Special fees
- Examination fees
- Refer Appendix III for fee details (Pages 58-59 in the prospectus)
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7.5% Government School Quota:
- All fees (tuition, hostel, counselling) paid by Tamil Nadu Govt.
- Must submit proof of studying from 6th to 12th in Govt. Schools
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First Graduate Concession:
- Tuition fee waived for first graduate in family
- Not eligible if any sibling already availed this concession
- Selected candidates must pay:
TANUVAS AIQ Complete process
Fig) TANUVAS complete process - All India Quota
Reference Links for TANUVAS All India Quota Admission
| Resource | Description | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Council of India (VCI) Portal | Central platform for All India Quota counseling, seat matrix, results, and notices. | vci.admissions.nic.in |
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TANUVAS 15% All India Quota - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Admission is based on NEET-UG scores conducted by NTA as per VCI guidelines.
15% of total seats in recognized veterinary colleges are reserved under the All India Quota.
Yes, qualifying NEET-UG is compulsory for admission under the 15% All India Quota.
You must register and apply on the official VCI counselling website:
vci.admissions.nic.in.
Yes. TANUVAS has its own state quota application, while VCI handles the All-India Quota
through its own portal.
Yes, eligible candidates can apply for both separately.
The course duration is 5½ years, including 1 year of compulsory internship.
SC - 15%, ST - 7.5%, OBC (NCL) - 27%, EWS - 10%, PwD - 5% (in each category).
Yes, VCI conducts online counselling in multiple rounds through
vci.admissions.nic.in.
Yes, you must fill and lock your seat choices during the counselling process.
This depends on the university policy; candidates should check the latest prospectus for
details.
Fees are as per TANUVAS norms. Refer to the prospectus for the exact amount.
No, NRI quota is separate and handled by institutions under Management/NRI quota.
Typically, there are 2-3 rounds and a stray vacancy round if seats remain.
Yes, but you must register within the specified window for each round.
Reviewed by TheSmartSteps Data Research Team