Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSKHPKV), Palampur
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B.V.Sc. & A.H. Admission at CSKHPKV Palampur 2026-27
Complete Admission Guide โ Eligibility, NEET, Fees, Seat Matrix & Counselling
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University Overview
Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (CSKHPKV), Palampur, was established on 1 November 1978 and renamed as CSKHPKV in June 2001. It is Himachal Pradesh's premier agricultural and veterinary university, dedicated to providing quality education, research, and extension services in Agriculture, Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Community Science, and Basic Sciences.
The University comprises four constituent colleges including Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (COVAS), along with the Directorate of Research, Directorate of Extension Education, eight Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), and a Students' Welfare Organisation. It currently offers 7 Bachelor's, 27 Master's, and 16 Doctoral programmes.
Recognised as one of India's leading agricultural universities, CSKHPKV has secured the 14th position in the ICAR All India Farm University Ranking, reflecting its strong academic reputation, research excellence, and contribution to veterinary education.
About B.V.Sc. & A.H.
The Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) programme is offered by the Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (COVAS), established in 1986 as a model veterinary college for the hilly regions of India. The college is accredited by ICAR and approved under the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) norms.
Course Duration
5ยฝ professional years including one year of compulsory internship, with a maximum permissible duration of 9 academic years (excluding internship).
Admission Criteria
Admission is based entirely on the NTA Score Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List. No separate entrance examination is conducted by the University.
Academic Departments
The programme is supported by 18 specialised departments following VCI Minimum Standards of Veterinary Education (MSVE-2016), covering both clinical and pre-clinical veterinary sciences.
Clinical Training
COVAS operates the only Referral Veterinary Hospital of Himachal Pradesh, providing students with extensive hands-on clinical exposure through the Veterinary Clinical Complex and Livestock Farm Complex.
Higher Education
Besides the undergraduate programme, the college also offers M.V.Sc. in 13 disciplines and Ph.D. programmes in 7 Veterinary disciplines.
Total Intake (2026-27)
62 University Seats including HP Bonafide, Over-and-above and VCI/ICAR Quota, along with 9 Self-Financing (SFS) seats and 4 HP EWS seats.
Important: Admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme is conducted strictly on the basis of the Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List. The University does not conduct any separate entrance examination or interview for admission.
Latest Admission Updates (2026-27)
Official Prospectus Released
CSKHPKV has released the official Information Brochure & Prospectus for Entrance Test Based Admissions 2026-27, covering B.V.Sc. & A.H., Agriculture, Food Technology, Master's and Doctoral programmes.
Online Application
Online applications for all candidates except NRI/OCI/Foreign Nationals remain open until 10 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
NRI / OCI Applications
Offline applications for NRI, OCI and Foreign National candidates can be submitted till 25 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
Admission Criteria
Admission to B.V.Sc. & A.H. will be based only on the Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List. No minimum qualifying percentile has been prescribed separately by the University.
Counselling Schedule
Dates for Round-I, Round-II, Mop-up Round, and commencement of classes have not yet been announced and will be notified separately.
Official Updates
Candidates should regularly visit the official admission portal of CSKHPKV for authentic counselling notifications instead of relying on unofficial portals.
Important: Counselling schedule, admission rounds and commencement of classes will be published separately by the University after the declaration of the NEET (UG)-2026 results.
Why Choose CSKHPKV?
Premier Veterinary University
Himachal Pradesh's only State Agricultural & Veterinary University offering an ICAR-accredited and VCI-approved veterinary programme.
ICAR Ranked Institution
Ranked 14th among Farm Universities in India, with more than four decades of academic excellence.
Affordable Government Education
Government fee structure, BPL Girl tuition fee waiver and PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan support make veterinary education affordable.
Modern Infrastructure
Spread across nearly 600 hectares, the university offers modern laboratories, research farms, library, sports facilities and hostels.
Excellent Clinical Exposure
Students receive practical veterinary training through the Veterinary Clinical Complex, Livestock Farm Complex and the State Referral Veterinary Hospital.
Beautiful Campus
Located at the foothills of the Dhauladhar Range, the university offers an excellent learning environment with hostel, healthcare and recreational facilities.
Quick Facts
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| University | CSKHPKV, Palampur |
| Established | 1 November 1978 |
| Location | Palampur, Himachal Pradesh |
| Entrance Exam | NEET (UG)-2026 |
| Course Duration | 5ยฝ Years (Including Internship) |
| Medium | English |
| ICAR Ranking | 14th among Farm Universities |
| Hostels | 10 Hostels (Approx. 1,130 Capacity) |
Admission Overview
Admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme at CSKHPKV Palampur is completely merit-based. The University does not conduct any separate entrance examination or interview. Selection is made strictly on the basis of the NTA Score Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List.
Candidates belonging to NRI, OCI, Foreign National, ICCR, In-service and PM-USP (UT of Jammu & Kashmir & Ladakh) categories follow a separate nomination/direct application procedure as prescribed by the University.
Important: Admission to B.V.Sc. & A.H. is based only on the Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List. No separate written examination or interview is conducted by CSKHPKV.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Up to 10 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Offline Application (NRI / OCI / Foreign Nationals) | Up to 25 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| In-service Candidates Nomination | Before Final Counselling Round |
| Provisional Select / Waiting List | Before Counselling (48-hour objection window) |
| Counselling Round-I | To be announced |
| Counselling Round-II | To be announced |
| Mop-up Round | To be notified later |
| Walk-in Admission | Within 10 days after Mop-up (if seats remain) |
| Commencement of Classes | To be announced |
Note: Counselling schedule and class commencement dates were not finalized in the official prospectus and will be announced separately on the University website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized Board, University or Council.
Required Subjects
English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Biotechnology are compulsory subjects.
Minimum Marks
50% aggregate for General/OBC/EWS and 47.5% aggregate for SC/ST/PWBD candidates.
Foreign Qualification
Equivalent qualification with required English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) wherever applicable.
Appearing Candidates
Candidates appearing in Class 12 examination may also apply subject to producing original documents during admission.
Age Limit
Minimum Age
Candidates should have completed 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2026.
Eligibility Requirement
The candidate must fulfil all prescribed educational qualifications before Counselling-cum-Registration.
Admission Process
Admission to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme at CSKHPKV Palampur is conducted strictly on the basis of the Qualified NEET (UG)-2026 Merit List. Candidates must complete every stage of the admission process within the prescribed schedule announced by the University.
1
Online Registration
Register online through the CSKHPKV admission portal and submit the completed application form along with self-attested copies of all required certificates and documents as prescribed in the Counselling Proforma (Annexure IX).
2
Pay Application Fee
Pay the prescribed online application fee according to your category and programme choices. Candidates opting for Self Financing Seats (SFS) must also pay the applicable additional fee.
3
Appear in NEET (UG)-2026
Qualify the NTA NEET (UG)-2026 examination and furnish the Roll Number, Score, Rank and Score Card to the University after declaration of the NEET result.
4
Merit List Publication
The University publishes the category-wise provisional Select/Waiting List on its website. Candidates are given 48 hours to submit objections through e-mail with their application number and name.
5
Counselling & Admission
After publication of the final merit list, Counselling-cum-Registration & Admission Round-I is conducted, followed by Round-II from the waiting list wherever seats remain vacant.
6
Mop-up / Walk-in Admission
Remaining vacant seats are filled through the Final Counselling/Mop-up Round. If seats still remain vacant, the University may conduct Walk-in Admission within 10 days as per merit.
Counselling Process
During Counselling
- Report personally at Dr. G.C. Negi College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, CSKHPKV Palampur by 11:00 AM on the scheduled date.
- Fill the Counselling Proforma completely and attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
- Produce all original documents before the Counselling-cum-Registration Committee for verification.
- Non-reporting on the scheduled date and time leads to forfeiture of candidature.
After Seat Confirmation
- Deposit the prescribed admission fee on the same day through the approved payment mode.
- Complete registration before 4:00 PM by meeting the Advisor/HOD and enrolling in courses.
- Deposit hostel charges separately if hostel accommodation is allotted.
- Submit the Medical Fitness Certificate and complete the mandatory Online Anti-Ragging Undertaking.
Important: Candidates must appear personally during Counselling-cum-Registration with all original documents. Failure to complete document verification, fee payment or registration within the prescribed time may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.
B.V.Sc. & A.H. Seat Matrix 2026โ27
CSKHPKV Palampur offers seats under HP Bonafide, over-and-above reservation categories, VCI/ICAR quota, Self Financing Seats (SFS), and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). The distribution below is based on the official admission brochure.
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| HP Bonafide โ General | 22 |
| HP Bonafide โ Scheduled Caste (SC) | 05 |
| HP Bonafide โ Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 03 |
| Ward of Serving / Ex-Defence Personnel | 01 |
| Sports / Co-curricular Activities | 01 |
| Ward of Freedom Fighter | 01 |
| Person with Benchmark Disability (PWBD) | 02 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 01 |
| Total HP Bonafide Seats | 36 |
| Over & Above Reserved Categories | 15 |
| VCI / ICAR Quota | 11 |
| Total University Seats | 62 |
| Self Financing Seats (SFS) | 09 |
| HP Bonafide EWS (Over & Above) | 04 |
Note: Over-and-above seats include categories such as In-service Nominees, PM-USP for UT of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Wards of Kashmiri Migrants, Single Girl Child, NRI/OCI, Foreign Nationals, ICCR nominees and other categories specified by the University.
Reservation Policy
Reservation of seats for the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme is governed by the University rules and the applicable Government of Himachal Pradesh reservation policy.
Major Reservation Categories
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 15% of HP Bonafide seats.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7.5% of HP Bonafide seats.
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PWBD): 5% reservation in the UG programme.
- One seat each for OBC, Sports/Co-curricular Activities, Ward of Freedom Fighter, and Ward of Serving/Ex-Defence Personnel.
Other Reserved Categories
- One seat for Single Girl Child belonging to Himachal Pradesh.
- One seat for Wards of Kashmiri Migrants / Kashmiri Pandits / Kashmiri Hindu Families (Non-Migrants).
- PM-USP for UT of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh: Two seats.
- NRI / OCI: Up to 15% of HP Bonafide seats.
- Foreign Nationals: Up to 10% of HP Bonafide seats.
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% over and above HP Bonafide seats, subject to prescribed income and asset conditions.
Important Reservation Rules
- Candidates selected in the General Merit are counted against General Category seats even if they belong to a reserved category.
- Vacant seats after Counselling Round-I are filled from the waiting list during Round-II.
- Remaining vacant seats are filled category-wise during the Final Counselling / Mop-up Round according to the admission rules.
- Vacant ICAR/VCI quota seats, where applicable, may be filled by the University as per the prescribed admission procedure.
- Conversion of vacant reserved category seats is carried out only as provided in the University's admission rules during the final counselling/mop-up round.
Fee Structure (B.V.Sc. & A.H.)
Candidates admitted to the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme are required to pay one-time charges at the time of admission along with semester-wise tuition and other applicable University fees.
One-time Fees at Admission
| Fee Head | Amount (โน) |
|---|---|
| Library Security (Refundable) | 1,500 |
| NCC/NSS Security (Refundable) | 500 |
| Identity Card | 200 |
| Medical Examination Fee | 300 |
| Student Welfare Fund | 500 |
| University Development Fund | 1,000 |
Semester-wise University Fee
| Fee Head | Amount (โน) |
|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 500 |
| Examination Fee | 1,500 |
| Library Fee | 500 |
| Games & Sports Fee | 300 |
| Student Activity Fee | 300 |
| Medical Fee | 300 |
Fee Payable on the Day of Admission
| Category | Non-SFS (โน) | SFS (โน) |
|---|---|---|
| BPL Girl Candidates | 33,978 | 3,93,978 |
| Other Candidates | 63,978 | 4,23,978 |
Hostel Fee
Hostel accommodation is provided subject to availability. Candidates allotted hostel accommodation are required to deposit the prescribed hostel charges separately through the designated online payment system in favour of the Students' Welfare Officer.
Important: Hostel charges are not included in the admission fee and must be deposited separately after hostel allotment. Students are also required to submit the payment receipt to the Office of the Students' Welfare Officer.
Documents Required at Counselling
Candidates must appear personally during Counselling-cum-Registration & Admission with the original documents along with self-attested photocopies for verification. Admission is confirmed only after successful document verification and payment of the prescribed fee.
Academic Documents
- NEET (UG)-2026 Score Card.
- Class 10 Certificate (Date of Birth Proof).
- Class 12 Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate.
- Character Certificate.
- Transfer / School Leaving Certificate (where applicable).
- Migration Certificate (for candidates from institutions other than CSKHPKV).
- Recent Passport Size Photographs.
Category & Mandatory Documents
- HP Bonafide Certificate (if applicable).
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWBD or other applicable reservation certificate.
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a Government Hospital (Annexure IV format).
- Counselling Proforma with self-attested documents.
- Proof of Admission Fee Payment.
- Mandatory Online Anti-Ragging Undertaking.
- Documents available through DigiLocker are also accepted for verification.
Important: Candidates who appeared in the qualifying examination but whose results were awaited at the time of application must produce the original marksheet or Proof of Completion (PDC), duly countersigned by the competent authority, at the time of Counselling-cum-Registration & Admission. Failure to produce the required original documents may result in cancellation of admission.
Course Duration
5ยฝ Years
Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry
The B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme is a professional undergraduate veterinary degree comprising academic study followed by compulsory internship as prescribed under the University and Veterinary Council of India regulations.
Compulsory Rotatory Internship
Successful completion of the compulsory internship is an essential requirement for the award of the B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree. During the internship period, students receive practical clinical exposure and hands-on veterinary training in different disciplines.
Internship Highlights
- Compulsory part of the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme.
- Provides practical clinical and field training.
- Exposure to livestock, companion animal and veterinary healthcare services.
- Training under qualified faculty and veterinary professionals.
Learning Outcomes
- Development of clinical and diagnostic skills.
- Experience in animal disease management.
- Understanding of veterinary public health practices.
- Preparation for professional veterinary practice.
Note: Students must successfully complete all academic requirements and the prescribed compulsory internship to become eligible for the award of the B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree.
Veterinary Clinical Training
During the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme, students undergo practical clinical training under the supervision of the College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences. The curriculum includes hands-on exposure during the compulsory internship as prescribed by the University and Veterinary Council of India regulations.
Practical Clinical Exposure
- Clinical training under qualified faculty members.
- Hands-on learning during the compulsory rotatory internship.
- Training in diagnosis and management of animal diseases.
- Exposure to veterinary healthcare practices.
Professional Learning
- Practical skill development.
- Field-oriented veterinary training.
- Clinical case observation and participation.
- Preparation for professional veterinary practice.
Note: The admission guide emphasizes compulsory practical training and internship as part of the B.V.Sc. & A.H. programme. Specific details of individual hospital units or departmental facilities are not described in the admission brochure.
Student Facilities
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Hostel
Hostel accommodation is available subject to allotment. Students allotted hostel accommodation are required to deposit the prescribed hostel charges separately.
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Library
Library facilities are available for enrolled students. Library security is collected as a refundable deposit at the time of admission.
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Student Activities
Students contribute towards games, sports and student welfare activities through the prescribed University fee structure.
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Medical Support
Candidates are required to submit a Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a Government Hospital at the time of admission.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
Eligible students belonging to reserved categories may apply for scholarships in accordance with the applicable Government and UGC guidelines.
- SC Scholarship.
- ST Scholarship.
- OBC Scholarship.
- Scholarships for eligible Persons with Benchmark Disability (PWBD).
Important: Candidates eligible for SC/ST/DA/OBC scholarships are required to submit their scholarship application for the academic session within the timeline prescribed by the University. Eligibility criteria are governed by the applicable UGC guidelines.
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