College of Veterinary Animal Sciences,
Kishanganj
Advancing veterinary education, animal healthcare, research and extension at Arrabari, Kishanganj, Bihar.
About the College
As per Bihar Gazette No. 797, Patna, dated 21 September 2021, the Government of Bihar approved the establishment of the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (CoVAS), Kishanganj. The College at Arrabari, Kishanganj, came into existence on 24 August 2022 as the second veterinary college of Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna, and the state of Bihar.
The College is located in the north-eastern frontier region of Bihar, in an area where animal husbandry and farming are important sources of livelihood. Its setting near the Mahananda River, amid green surroundings and tea gardens, gives the campus a distinctive environment. Kishanganj is also known as the “Tea City of Bihar”.
The College shares its campus with Dr. Kalam Agricultural College, under Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, and the College of Fisheries, Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna.
Dean, College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
Dr. Chandrahas
Dean, College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Kishanganj
Dr. Chandrahas joined as Dean of the College on 24 November 2022. He obtained
his B.V.Sc. & A.H. with Gold Medal from Ranchi Veterinary College in 1999,
M.V.Sc. in Livestock Production Management from IVRI, Izatnagar in 2001, and
Ph.D. in Livestock Production Management from GADVASU, Ludhiana, in 2011.
He also completed a Post-graduate Diploma in Technology Management in
Agriculture from the University of Hyderabad in 2018.
Before joining BASU, he served in various capacities at SKUAST-Kashmir,
GADVASU, Ludhiana, and ICAR-Central Avian Research Institute, Izatnagar.
His professional work spans teaching, research, innovation and extension,
with contributions to livestock production, poultry, native chicken
conservation and livestock-waste management technologies.
The College Journey
Government Approval
The Government of Bihar approved the establishment of CoVAS, Kishanganj, as recorded in Bihar Gazette No. 797 dated 21 September 2021.
College Came into Existence
On 24 August 2022, the College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Arrabari, Kishanganj, came into existence as the second veterinary college of BASU and Bihar.
A Campus in the Green Landscape of Kishanganj
Natural Surroundings
The campus is positioned in the vicinity of the Mahananda River and is surrounded by green pastures and tea gardens.
Shared Educational Campus
The campus is shared with Dr. Kalam Agricultural College and the College of Fisheries, BASU, Patna.
Connectivity
The College is approximately 25 kilometres from Kishanganj city and is connected by road and rail. Kishanganj railway station serves as a junction, while Bagdogra is the nearest airport identified in the supplied profile.
Teaching, Research & Extension
Teaching
Supporting quality veterinary education through experienced and highly qualified faculty drawn from reputed veterinary institutes of India.
Research
Strengthening research in veterinary and animal sciences through academic expertise, laboratory facilities and clinical resources.
Extension Education
Contributing to the dissemination of scientific knowledge and practices relevant to animal husbandry and farming communities.
Faculty Expertise
Faculty members bring subject expertise and guidance to support the College's teaching, research and extension programmes.
Departments & Academic Units
Explore the veterinary and animal science departments of the College. Department names follow the university department directory.
Facilities Available at the College
Four-Storey College Building
Well-Equipped Laboratories
Smart Classrooms
Residential Accommodation
Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory
Pathology Laboratory
Animal X-Ray Facility
Ultrasonography (USG) Machine
Operation Theatre for Large Animals
Operation Theatre for Small Animals
Veterinary Hospital
Teaching & Extension Infrastructure
Veterinary Hospital & Clinical Facilities
Veterinary Care, Diagnosis & Treatment
The College has a functioning veterinary hospital that offers veterinary healthcare services to animals. Its clinical infrastructure includes diagnostic facilities and operation theatres for both large and small animals.
Our Goal & Commitment
Serving the People of Bihar
Knowledge for Community Development
CoVAS, Kishanganj, works towards strengthening veterinary education and services and contributing to the development of the north-eastern frontier region of Bihar.
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences
Arrabari, Kishanganj
Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna