Admissions in University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences 2026

Introduction

University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences (UVAS) is a public sector research university located in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. It is one of the oldest veterinary institutions in Asia and is ranked among the top ten universities in Pakistan.

◆ Located in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
◆ Public sector research university.
◆ One of the oldest veterinary institutions in Asia.
◆ Check latest admissions in Punjab for current opportunities.

History

UVAS was originally established as a school in 1882. By the end of the 19th century, it was transformed into a college. In 2002, it was upgraded to a full university.

◆ Established in 1882 as a school.
◆ Upgraded to college status by the end of the 19th century.
◆ Granted university status in 2002.
◆ First university in Pakistan dedicated to veterinary and animal sciences.

Campuses

UVAS operates across multiple campuses:

◆ City Campus (Main Campus): Lahore.
◆ Ravi Campus: Pattoki.
◆ Avian Research & Training Center: Ferozepur Road, Lahore.
◆ College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences: Jhang.
◆ KBCMA College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences: Narowal.
◆ Para Veterinary Institute: Karor Lal Easin, Layyah.

Academic Programs

UVAS offers programs across multiple disciplines:

Faculties

◆ Five faculties.
◆ 23 departments.
◆ Four institutes.
◆ Two constituent colleges.

Programs

◆ 26 undergraduate programs.
◆ 30 M.Phil programs.
◆ 23 Ph.D. programs.
◆ 3 diploma courses.

Key Fields of Study

◆ Veterinary & Animal Sciences.
◆ Animal Production & Technology.
◆ Biotechnology.
◆ Microbiology.
◆ Pharmaceutical Sciences.
◆ Food Sciences.
◆ Environmental Sciences.
◆ Economics & Business Management.

Ranking

UVAS is consistently ranked among the top universities in Pakistan and has achieved international recognition.

◆ Ranked among top 10 universities in Pakistan.
◆ QS Asian University Rankings: Among top 600 Asian universities.
◆ THE World University Rankings 2024: 801–1000.
◆ THE Impact Rankings 2024: 401–600.

Student and Faculty Statistics

◆ Approximately 8,000 students currently enrolled.
◆ Over 332 faculty members.
◆ 186 faculty members hold Ph.D. degrees.
◆ 1,750 graduates received degrees at 16th convocation.

Research and Facilities

UVAS is equipped with state-of-the-art teaching, training, research, clinical, and diagnostic facilities.

◆ 144 research projects worth Rs. 1,545.81 Million.
◆ ISO accredited diagnostic and research labs.
◆ UVAS Pet Centre: Oldest teaching hospital in Asia, established in 1882.
◆ Library: Established in 1882, oldest institution of its kind in Asia.
◆ On-campus facilities: mosque, playgrounds, sports pitches, indoor sports centre, and 24-hour teaching hospital.

Comparison with Other Universities

UVAS is the oldest veterinary institution in Asia and the first university in Pakistan dedicated to veterinary and animal sciences. It is ranked among the top 10 universities in Pakistan.

◆ Oldest veterinary institution in Asia.
◆ First university in Pakistan in the field of veterinary and animal sciences.
◆ Ranked among top 10 universities in Pakistan.
◆ International recognition in THE and QS rankings.

Contact Information

◆ Address: Syed Abdul Qadir Jillani Road, Lahore-54000, Pakistan.
◆ Phone: 042-99211374.
◆ Official website: official website.