The Indian Veterinary Research Institute conducts entrance examinations in PhD Animal Biochemistry in order to select the eligible candidates for the doctoral programme. The science that deals with the diagnosing, curing and taking care of different types of disease in animals and birds is known as Veterinary science. This particular field of study also includes the examination of animal physiology, prevention and healing of infirmity among the animals. A Veterinarian diagnoses and treats the diseases and illness of animals.  The skilled professionals in this field protect humans from the diseases that are carried by animals. They also carry out clinical research on human and animal health issues.

Structure of Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam

The entrance examination for PhD in Animal Biochemistry is divided into two parts. The first part of the examination is carried out for 100 marks. It consists of English and General English questions. Second section of the examination consists of subject matter questions. The marks scored for the first section will not be considered while preparing the merit list of the candidate.

Syllabus of Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam

• Animal Biotechnology (Code: BTY)
• Animal Genetics & Breeding [Code: AGB]
• Animal Nutrition [Code: ANT]
• Livestock Production & Management (Code: LPM)
• Livestock Products Technology [Code: LPT]
• Veterinary Bacteriology [Code: VBM]
• Veterinary Extension Education [Code: EXT]
• Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics [Code: VGO]
• Veterinary Immunology [Code: VIM]
• Veterinary Medicine [Code: VMD]
• Veterinary Parasitology [Code: VPA]
• Veterinary Pathology [Code: VPL]
• Veterinary Pharmacology [Code: VPT]
• Veterinary Physiology [Code: VPY]
• Veterinary Surgery & Radiology [Code: VSR]
• Veterinary Virology [Code: VVY]

Eligibility Criteria

The candidates those who have completed their B.V.Sc along with a master’s in the relevant field of study can appear for this examination. The eligible candidates are selected for the Doctorial programme on the basis of merit as well as the weightage of marks that has been scored by the candidate in academics and interview. A written test is carried out on a particular subject by the Indian Veterinary Research Institute and it is evaluated for about 60%. About 20% of marks are assessed from interview. The rest of the 20% marks are calculated from the academic score.

How to apply?

The notification inviting the application forms for the admission will be published on the website during the first/second week of March. The application forms can be downloaded from the official website of Indian Veterinary Research Institute. After filling the application forms, it must be submitted along with the demand draft of Rs. 1200/- to ” ICAR, Unit IVRI, IZATNAGAR” The admission brochure and the application form can also be obtained by submitting a demand draft of Rs. 1200/- to the Assistant Administrative Officer and it should be drawn in favour of the “ICAR, Unit IVRI, IZATNAGAR”, payable at State bank of India, Bareilly. The bank draft that is addressed to any other personnel will not be accepted. The completed application forms must be dispatched through post.

How to fill the Form?

Candidate should fill their full name and address in block letters as same as that in the original documents. Special care should be taken while filling the contact number in order to avoid mistakes. The category as well as the date of birth should be mentioned clearly in the provided space. A recent photograph of the candidate should be affixed in the space provided for the same.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only]

Availability of application form: Last Week of April, 2012

Last date for receipt of completed form: First week of June, 2012

Date of Entrance Examination: First Week of July, 2012

Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam Centers

Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar, Bareilly

Contact Address for Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam

Address: The Assistant Administrative Officer (Academy), IVRI, Izatnagar, Bareilly (U.P) – 243 122

Colleges Accepting Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam Score

Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.

Reference Books for Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam

• Veterinary Drug Handbook (Pocket Edition) by Donald C. Plubm
• Clinical Textbook for Veterinary Technicians Sixth Edition by Dennis M. McCurnin
• Radiography in Veterinary Technology by Lisa M. Lavin
• Laboratory Procedures for Veterinary Technicians by Margi Sirois
• The Merck Veterinary Manual by Scott Line
• Equine Veterinary Nursing Manual by Karen Coumbe
• Pocket Companion to Small Animal Clinical Nutrition by Michael S., Ed. Hand
• Learning Veterinary Terminology by Douglas F. McBride
• Clinical Anatomy & Physiology for Veterinary Technicians by Thomas P. Colville
• Mosby’s Comprehensive Review for Veterinary Technicians by Monica M. Tighe
• Review Questions and Answers for Veterinary Technicians (3rd Edition, Book & CD-ROM) by Thomas P. Colville DVM MSc
• Small Animal Surgical Nursing by Diane L. Tracy BA EdM DVM
• Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia by Diane McKelvey
• Laboratory Urinalysis and Hematology: for the Small Animal Practitioner (Made
• Veterinary Dentistry for the Technician and Office Staff by Steven E. Holmstrom
• Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician with CD (ALAT Training Manual) by P. Timothy Lawson
• Veterinary Clinical Laboratory Procedures by Margi Sirois
• Common Diseases of Companion Animals by Alleice Summers
• Saunders Comprehensive Veterinary Dictionary by D. C. Blood
• Atlas of Veterinary Hematology: Blood and Bone Marrow of Domestic Animals by John W. Harvey

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• Sahil Study Circle
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Study Plan

The candidate has to schedule the study time in order to pass the entrance examination with flying colours. The entrance examination that is being conducted by the Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD entrance examination has to be treated very seriously. There are several online tests. Practice some of such tests to analyze about your own weak areas. Thus the candidate can emphasize on that specific area of study. The resources can be retrieved from the Association of Veterinary Educators. It includes both the clinical and comprehensive text books.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The results of Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam will be made available on the official website of the University on the specified date of publication of the results. The website address of the university is http://ivri.nic.in/

Score Validity

The score obtained through of Indian Veterinary Research Institute PhD in Animal Biochemistry Entrance Exam will be valid for one year.