The Diploma in Agriculture – Animal Science offered by Turang Polytechnic Institute, situated in Chandrakot, Majuwa, Tamghas, Gulmi, is a three-year technical education program focusing on livestock management, veterinary support, and animal husbandry. This program is affiliated with the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT). It follows a national-level curriculum suitable for SEE graduates who successfully pass the CTEVT entrance examination.
This course prepares students with the practical skills and knowledge to support Nepal’s rural economy through improved animal health, breeding practices, and livestock-based income generation.
Duration: 3 Years
Seats Available: 40
Affiliation: CTEVT, Nepal
Eligibility: SEE Passed
Entrance: Must Qualify CTEVT Entrance Exam
Scholarships: 10% Merit-Based (CTEVT Entrance Rank)
The course is divided into six semesters covering theory, practical training, and an internship. The major subject areas include:
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Animal Nutrition
Animal Breeding and Genetics
Livestock Production and Management
Dairy and Poultry Science
Animal Health and Diseases
Veterinary Laboratory Techniques
Farm Waste Management
Livestock Extension Services
Entrepreneurship and Farm Economics
Internship and Field Practice
Classroom sessions are supplemented with hands-on learning in veterinary labs, livestock sheds, and during field visits.
To develop knowledge and technical skills related to animal science.
To train students to assist in veterinary services and livestock production.
To improve productivity in the livestock sector through practical learning.
To build confidence for self-employment or job placement in the agriculture sector.
Graduates can contribute to livestock development in various capacities. The course opens employment and service opportunities in:
Veterinary hospitals and clinics
Animal health and feed companies
Dairy and poultry farms
Livestock cooperatives and NGOs
Local government agriculture and livestock offices
The diploma also provides eligibility to pursue further studies such as BVSc & AH or other advanced veterinary programs.
After completion, students will be able to:
Handle and manage different species of livestock in a farm setting
Conduct basic health checks and identify symptoms of common diseases
Assist in vaccination, deworming, and minor treatments
Formulate and provide balanced animal feed
Maintain hygienic conditions for animal health
Keep farm and veterinary records accurately
These outcomes are aligned with the needs of rural development and animal productivity in Nepal.
The course includes practical training in:
Feed Mixing and Storage
Animal First Aid and Health Check Procedures
Milking Techniques and Hygiene
Breed Identification and Selection
Artificial Insemination Support
Goat, Pig, and Poultry Shed Management
Disease Diagnosis and Basic Treatment
Recordkeeping and Farm Planning
These modules are conducted under faculty supervision and during internship placements.
Teaching includes lectures, interactive discussions, field visits, clinical demonstrations, group work, and individual projects. Evaluation is done through:
Theory and practical exams
Project work
On-field assessments
Internship performance
Oral presentations and reporting
SEE (Class 10) pass certificate
Score above the qualifying mark in the CTEVT entrance examination
Required documents include SEE mark sheet, citizenship copy or ID, and recent photos
Follow application procedures and timelines as set by CTEVT and the institution
Graduates can work as:
Junior Veterinary Technicians
Livestock Inspectors
Farm Managers in Dairy or Poultry Units
Animal Health Assistants in clinics or public offices
Field Agents for livestock support programs
Entrepreneurs in animal farming or dairy production
NGOs, private farms, feed companies, and government agricultural initiatives may hire them.
Turang Polytechnic Institute allocates 10% of the total seats to scholarship students selected based on their CTEVT entrance exam ranking. Scholarships are offered according to the official quota and rules defined by CTEVT. Course fees are based on the standard rates fixed by CTEVT and applicable to all affiliated institutions.
This diploma provides technical education that supports Nepal’s livestock economy. It combines classroom knowledge with field experience, preparing students for rural employment, animal care, and agricultural development roles. The course is practical, relevant, and directly connected to the agricultural livelihoods of local communities.
