Shaheed Benazir Bhutto University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences

If you want to study veterinary medicine or animal sciences in Sindh without paying private university rates, SBBUVAS in Sakrand is where you should look. It is a public-sector university on the main National Highway (N-5) in Shaheed Benazirabad district — about 30 minutes from Nawabshah city and roughly three and a half hours from Karachi.

SBBUVAS opened in 2012 and is recognized by HEC. Its DVM program is accredited by the Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC), which means graduates can register and practice as licensed veterinary officers. The university also runs BS programs in poultry, fisheries, food technology, biochemistry, and IT — though the real draw here is the 5-year DVM degree.

This guide covers the actual numbers — fees, test rules, merit calculation, and what documents you need — so you can decide whether SBBUVAS fits your plan.

What SBBUVAS Actually Is

Detail	Information
Type	Public-sector specialized university
Chartered by	Government of Sindh
Recognized by	Higher Education Commission (HEC)
Professional accreditation	Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC) for DVM
Campus location	Main N-5 Highway, Sakrand, District Shaheed Benazirabad

Programs on Offer

Program	Duration	What It Qualifies You For
DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)	5 years	Licensed veterinary practice after PVMC registration
BS Poultry Science	4 years	Commercial poultry farm management, hatchery operations
BS Fisheries & Aquaculture	4 years	Fish breeding, aquatic health, hatchery management
BS Food Science & Technology	4 years	Food processing, quality assurance, dairy technology
BS Biochemistry	4 years	Molecular biology, clinical diagnostics, lab work
BS Information Technology	4 years	Software and data management for agriculture/livestock sectors
MPhil / PhD	2–3+ years	Research in Veterinary Microbiology, Pathology, Theriogenology, Poultry Sciences, Dairy Technology

The DVM is the flagship program. It covers animal anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, surgery, and clinical medicine across 10 semesters. After graduation, you sit for PVMC registration to practice legally in Pakistan.

Who Can Apply — Admission Requirements

DVM (5-Year Program)

• Intermediate: FSc Pre-Medical with at least 60% marks (or A-Level equivalent with Biology, Chemistry, and Physics).
• Entry test: You must clear the SBBUVAS institutional entry test or the Sindh provincial combined pre-entry test.
• Domicile: Priority goes to candidates with a valid Sindh domicile, though open merit and self-finance seats also exist.

Merit formula (estimated based on standard public university practice):

• Entry test: 50%
• Intermediate marks: 40%
• Matriculation marks: 10%

Note: SBBUVAS has not published an official merit formula publicly. The weights above are used by most public veterinary universities in Pakistan. Confirm exact percentages with the admissions office before the test.

BS Programs (4 Years)

Program	Required Background	Minimum Marks
BS Poultry Science, BS Fisheries, BS Food Tech, BS Biochemistry	FSc Pre-Medical or Pre-Engineering	50%
BS IT	ICS, Pre-Engineering, or Pre-Medical (with deficiency Mathematics if applicable)	50%

These programs also require the SBBUVAS entry test, though the merit cut-off is typically lower than DVM.

What You Will Pay — Fee Structure

SBBUVAS is public, so fees stay below what private veterinary colleges charge. These are the best available estimates based on the university prospectus and public records:

DVM (Per Semester)

Fee Head	Amount
Tuition fee	PKR 20,000
Registration fee	PKR 5,000
Admission processing fee (one-time, first semester only)	PKR 2,500
PVMC registration fee (one-time, first semester)	PKR 1,200
Estimated total per semester	PKR 25,000 – 28,000

First-year total (including one-time charges) comes to roughly PKR 50,000–55,000. From the second year onward, you are mostly paying tuition and registration each semester.

BS Programs (Per Semester)

Program	Estimated Tuition	Registration	Total per Semester
BS Poultry Science	PKR 15,000–18,000	PKR 3,000–5,000	PKR 18,000–23,000
BS Fisheries & Aquaculture	PKR 15,000–18,000	PKR 3,000–5,000	PKR 18,000–23,000
BS Food Science & Technology	PKR 15,000–18,000	PKR 3,000–5,000	PKR 18,000–23,000
BS Biochemistry	PKR 15,000–18,000	PKR 3,000–5,000	PKR 18,000–23,000
BS IT	PKR 15,000–18,000	PKR 3,000–5,000	PKR 18,000–23,000

These BS figures are estimates. SBBUVAS does not publish a detailed public fee schedule for all BS programs. Visit sbbuvas.edu.pk during the active admission window or call the admissions office for the exact challan amount.

Additional Costs

• Hostel: PKR 12,000–18,000 per year (separate buildings for male and female students, allocated by distance and merit).
• Transport: University buses connect Sakrand, Nawabshah, and surrounding towns. Annual transport fee is typically PKR 10,000–15,000 if you opt in.
• Examination fee: Charged per semester, usually PKR 2,000–3,000.
• Security deposit: Refundable at graduation, roughly PKR 5,000–10,000 (one-time).

Scholarships and Financial Help

SBBUVAS routes several external scholarship schemes through its student affairs office:

• Sindh Educational Endowment Fund (SEEF): Full or partial tuition coverage for Sindh-domiciled students in professional degree programs.
• HEC Need-Based Scholarships: Tuition support plus a monthly stipend for students from low-income families.
• Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal: For orphaned, disabled, or extremely needy students.
• Zakat Need-Cum-Merit Scholarships (MORA): Administered through the district zakat committee; interviews are held at the university.

These are not automatic. You fill out separate forms, submit income proof, and compete on both need and academic standing. Apply to every scheme that fits your situation — do not rely on just one.

Campus Facilities

• Veterinary Teaching Hospital: On-campus clinical facility where DVM students handle livestock cases, surgeries, and diagnostics under supervision.
• Research Farms and Labs: Dedicated poultry units, dairy farms, and aquaculture ponds for hands-on training.
• Hostels: Separate, secured accommodation for male and female out-of-station students. Seats are limited and assigned by merit and home distance.
• Transport: Daily bus service from Sakrand, Nawabshah city, and nearby rural areas.

How to Apply

1. Go to sbbuvas.edu.pk when admissions are open. For the 2025 intake, the last date was September 10, 2024. Fall 2026 dates will be posted on the homepage.
2. Download the application form or register on the online portal if available.
3. Fill in your academic details, select your program, and choose your category: General Merit or Self Finance.
4. Upload or attach scanned copies of your matric marksheet, intermediate marksheet, domicile, CNIC/B-Form, and passport-size photographs.
5. Print the fee challan, pay the processing fee at the designated bank, and attach the paid receipt to your application.
6. Submit the complete form (hard copy) to the admissions office by the deadline.
7. Download your entry test slip and appear for the test on the scheduled date.
8. Check the portal or notice board for merit lists. If shortlisted, attend document verification and the interview with your original papers.

Quick Questions

Bottom Line

SBBUVAS is not a large, metropolitan university. It is a specialized public institution in rural Sindh built around one core purpose: training veterinary professionals and animal scientists at a cost most families can manage. 

If you want to become a licensed veterinarian in Pakistan and you have 60% in FSc Pre-Medical, the DVM here is a direct, affordable route. The BS programs in poultry, fisheries, and food tech are solid alternatives if you prefer a shorter degree cycle. 

Just make sure you clear the entry test, keep your intermediate marks strong, and apply before the deadline — public university seats in veterinary programs fill fast, and the merit list does not wait.