The University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (UVAS) in Lahore is Pakistan's oldest and most specialised veterinary university — and for a student who wants to become a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), it is the first choice in the country. The institution traces its history to the veterinary school founded in 1882, and today it runs campuses in Lahore, Pattoki (Ravi), Narowal and Jhang, with programmes from DVM and Pharm-D to food science, biotechnology and business. Admission is competitive: the DVM closing merit at the Lahore campus was reported at about 94.3% in 2025.
At a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Lahore (City Campus), Pattoki (Ravi Campus), Narowal, Jhang |
| Founded | 1882 (as a veterinary school); university status 2002 |
| Type | Public sector university |
| Programmes | 26 (17 BS, 1 diploma, 5 MS/MPhil, 3 PhD) |
| DVM duration | 5 years |
| DVM eligibility | FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% (excluding Hafiz-e-Quran marks) |
| DVM 1st semester fee (City Campus, 2026) | Rs 79,860 (tuition Rs 46,360 + exam Rs 13,000 + one-time Rs 20,500) |
Fees (2026, reported)
The first-semester fee for DVM, Pharm-D and most BS programmes at the City Campus in Lahore is reported at Rs 79,860 — made up of tuition Rs 46,360, examination fee Rs 13,000 and one-time charges of Rs 20,500. At the Ravi Campus in Pattoki, the DVM first-semester fee is reported at Rs 64,130. The BBA first semester is reported at Rs 59,680. Evening programmes carry an additional Rs 30,000–50,000 per semester depending on the programme. The admission processing fee is Rs 1,500 for one programme and Rs 300 for each additional programme. These figures are reported from the university's 2026 admission notices — confirm the current fee schedule on uvas.edu.pk before you apply, because the university reserves the right to increase fees by 10–15% in later semesters.
Programmes
- DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) — 5 years, at Lahore, Ravi (Pattoki), Narowal and Jhang campuses; the flagship programme.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm-D) — 5 years, FSc Pre-Medical 60%.
- BS Medical Laboratory Technology, BS Human Nutrition & Dietetics, BS Food Science & Technology, BS Biotechnology, BS Biochemistry, BS Applied Microbiology, BS Biological Sciences, BS Environmental Sciences — 4 years, FSc Pre-Medical 45% for most.
- BS Computer Science — 4 years, FSc Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical with Maths / ICS 45%.
- BBA and MBA — business programmes at the UVAS Business School.
- MS/MPhil and PhD — in veterinary and animal sciences, food science, biotechnology and related fields.
Admission and merit
Admission is through the UVAS entry test, and merit is calculated on Matric (30%) and Intermediate (70%). The university's Phase-II 2026 admissions closed for applications on 18 September 2026, with dues payable by 25 September 2026 — the 2027 cycle dates are to be confirmed on the university's website. Reported 2025 closing merits include DVM Lahore campus about 94.3%, Pharm-D Lahore about 97.2%, and BS Medical Laboratory Technology about 85.7% — these are reported figures from the university's published merit lists, and they move every year. Some UVAS programmes also require MDCAT for DVM admission; check the current prospectus for the cycle you apply in. The prospectus can be downloaded from uvas.edu.pk, and applications are made online.
FAQ
What is the DVM fee at UVAS Lahore? The first semester is reported at Rs 79,860 at the City Campus (tuition Rs 46,360 + exam Rs 13,000 + one-time Rs 20,500). Confirm the current schedule on the university's website.
What merit do I need for DVM at UVAS? The Lahore campus DVM closing merit was reported at about 94.3% in 2025 (30% Matric + 70% Intermediate). Pharm-D closed higher, at about 97.2%. These move every year — treat them as a guide, not a guarantee.
Do I need MDCAT for DVM at UVAS? Some UVAS DVM admissions have required MDCAT; others use the UVAS entry test. Check the current prospectus for the cycle you apply in.
Which campuses offer DVM? Lahore (City Campus), Pattoki (Ravi Campus), Narowal (KBCMA College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences) and Jhang.
Figures checked 2026-11-06: DVM 5 years, FSc Pre-Medical 60% eligibility, first-semester fee Rs 79,860 (City Campus) and Rs 64,130 (Ravi Campus), merit formula 30% Matric + 70% Intermediate, Phase-II 2026 dates and processing fee Rs 1,500 — from UVAS admission notices (reported). Closing merits are reported 2025 figures and move every year. 2027 admission dates and the current fee schedule are to be confirmed on uvas.edu.pk.
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Sources and verification: UVAS admission notices 2026 (uvas.edu.pk); UVAS published merit lists 2025 (reported).