How many specialisations does KVASU offer in PhD?
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Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University offers a regular PhD programme in four specialisations. The mode of education is full-time. The table below presents the admission related details of the programme:
Specialisation
Eligibility
Selection Criteria
Dairy Technology*
Master’s degree in the respective/ related subject with an OGPA of 7.5/10 (7.0/10 OGPA for SC/ST) or equivalent OGPA/ aggregate
Entrance Examination & Interview conducted by the university
Veterinary & Animal Sciences
Master’s degree in relevant subject with an OGPA of 7.5/10 or equivalent qualification with equivalent OGPA/ aggregate from a recognised university
40% marks in Entrance Exam (30% marks for SC/ST) & Interview
(subject to seat reservation as per the rules of Government of Kerala)
Climate Change & Animal Agriculture
-MVSc/ MS (Integrated) CCA/ MSc (Biological Sciences/ Physical Sciences)/ any Master's degree in Agriculture Sciences/ Fisheries with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ST) or equivalent Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA)
-In-service applicants must have a minimum of 2 peer-reviewed research articles published
As per KVASU academic rules and regulations (Entrance test & Interview)
Biosciences*
-Master’s Degree in any Life Science subjects with at least 55% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ST/ OBC (non-creamy layer)/ Differently Abled candidates) or equivalent Overall Grade Point Average (OGPA)
-MPhil from a recognised university
50% marks in Entrance Exam (45% marks for SC/ST) followed by Personal Interview
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Kerala Veterinary & Animal Sciences University application forms are currently available online on the university's website. Aspirants can register with basic details to generate login credentials necessary for filling out the application form. Once the application is submitted, aspirants cannot change the details entered in the form.
On May 14, 2025, the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE), Kerala published the KEAM 2025 results for B.Tech admissions, including at the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, on cee.kerala.gov.in. With their application number and password candidates can view their normalized scorecards. The rank list, which determined eligibility for CAP counseling was anticipated by June 10, 2025 and was based on KEAM scores and 10+2 marks (50:50 weightage).
Standing at a rating of 3.7/5 from students, the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, is backwardly considered to hold in high esteem by the faculty, most of whom possess M.Tech or Ph.D. in Dairy Technology, Microbiology, and Engineering.
The teachers provide the students with very practical, industry-oriented programs-they hold seminars, and students have extensive internship exposure; all of this being possible with the assistance of ICAR and faculty members highly capable of making the learning procedure very interesting.
Many of the experienced and well trained faculty members at the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy have advanced degrees such as M.Tech and PhDs. They make sure students are prepared for the workforce by delivering a curriculum that is focused on jobs through theory, hands-on training, and industry visits Faculty members help students with their studies and research. Although the college offers practical training in its dairy facility, some students complain that they don't get much exposure to the business until their senior year. Overall, there is a high rating for teaching quality.
The College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, under KVASU, has produced notable alumni like Padma Shri awardee Sosamma Iype, known for conserving the Vechur cow, and pioneers like Harichand Megha Dalaya and M.L. Madan, who contributed significantly to dairy technology and reproductive science. Their achievements reflect the institution's strong academic and research foundation.
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