Bihar Animal Sciences University

Bihar Animal Sciences University

Overview:

Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU) is a public university established in Patna, Bihar, India. It was formed in 2016 through an act of the Bihar State Legislature and became operational in 2017. BASU was carved out of the Bihar Agricultural University, inheriting two of its constituent colleges: Bihar Veterinary College and Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Dairy Technology. A new College of Fisheries was established in 2018. The university focuses on research and outreach in animal sciences, including veterinary science, dairy technology, and fisheries.

Academic Programs:

BASU offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the following fields:

Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry:

B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry)

Dairy Technology:

B.Tech. (Dairy Technology)

Fisheries Sciences:

B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science)

The university also offers postgraduate programs (M.V.Sc., M.Tech., and Ph.D.) in various specializations within these fields.

Other:

BASU has a strong focus on research and extension activities. It has several research institutes, stations, and substations dedicated to advancing knowledge and technology in animal sciences. The university also actively engages in outreach programs to educate farmers and the public on animal health, production, and management.