Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU) was established on 29 August 2016 under the Bihar Animal Sciences University Act, 2016. It was set up to strengthen and coordinate education, research, and extension in the fields of veterinary, animal, dairy, and fisheries sciences in the state.
The core objectives of BASU are to enhance livestock productivity, improve the socio-economic status of farmers, promote rural development, ensure food security, and contribute to animal and public health through quality education, cutting-edge research, and field outreach.
The university is located in Patna, the capital city of Bihar. It enjoys good connectivity and accessibility from major transport points. The nearest railway station is Patna Junction, approximately 5 kilometres away. The closest airport is Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, located about 6 kilometres from the university campus.
BASU is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and recognized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). All constituent colleges and departments are affiliated to Bihar Animal Sciences University itself.
The university offers a range of academic programs including B.V.Sc. & A.H. with an annual intake of 85 students, M.V.Sc. with around 55 seats across various disciplines, and Ph.D. programs admitting approximately 15 students annually. It also offers B.Tech. in Dairy Technology with 45 seats and several diploma and certificate courses in animal husbandry and veterinary sciences.
Academic infrastructure at BASU includes modern classrooms with smart teaching aids, state-of-the-art laboratories, a fully operational veterinary clinical complex, and a well-stocked central library. These facilities ensure a strong foundation for practical and theoretical learning.
BASU's faculty includes experienced professors, associate professors, and assistant professors across its various departments. They are actively engaged in teaching, research, and extension work, and many hold advanced degrees and training in specialized areas of veterinary and animal sciences.