Madanpokhara Polytechnic Institute

Scope of Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Science)

The livestock sector plays a vital role in the agricultural economy of Nepal, contributing significantly to food security, employment generation, and rural livelihoods. With growing demand for animal-based products such as milk, meat, eggs, and wool, there is an urgent need for scientifically trained manpower who can manage, improve, and modernize the animal farming system. Additionally, zoonotic diseases and poor animal health management practices highlight the need for qualified technicians who can contribute to veterinary care and public health.

Animal science education is crucial for enhancing productivity, animal welfare, and sustainable resource use. It also supports government goals for agricultural development, poverty alleviation, and employment creation in rural areas. With proper training, graduates can help transform traditional subsistence livestock practices into more commercial and efficient systems, thereby increasing income and improving livelihoods.

• Veterinary Technician – Assist veterinarians in diagnosis, treatment, and surgery.
• Livestock Development Assistant (LDA) – Work in government programs for livestock improvement.
• Animal Health Worker – Provide community-level animal health services.
• Farm Manager – Manage commercial dairy, poultry, goat, or pig farms.
• Animal Breeding Assistant – Support artificial insemination and genetic improvement programs.
• Sub Instructor
• Poultry Technician – Work in hatcheries and poultry farms.
• Fodder and Pasture Development Assistant – Promote improved feeding practices.
• Livestock Entrepreneur – Start own animal farms or feed production businesses.
• Field Technician in NGOs/INGOs – Contribute to livestock-based rural development projects.
• Higher Education Pathway – Pursue Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, Agriculture, or related fields.

Madanpokhara Polytechnic Institute, located in Palpa, offers a three-year Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Science) under the affiliation of CTEVT. The program is designed to produce skilled and confident technicians who can address the needs of Nepal’s livestock sector. With a combination of theoretical knowledge, field-based training, and practical skills, students gain comprehensive exposure to animal husbandry, veterinary science, and farm management.

The institute features a well-equipped animal science laboratory, livestock demonstration farms, and access to experienced instructors and veterinarians. Students are also engaged in regular field visits, internships, and project work that enable them to gain real-world experience. Emphasis is placed on hands-on learning and entrepreneurship, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared for both employment and self-employment in the field of animal science.

• Be capable of identifying and managing common livestock diseases and health issues.
• Gain the ability to plan and manage sustainable animal farms.
• Be skilled in feeding, breeding, housing, and care of livestock and poultry.
• Understand the principles of animal health, reproduction, and production.
• Be eligible to work in government, private, and non-governmental sectors.
• Have the foundation to start their own livestock or poultry businesses.
• Be prepared to pursue higher education in veterinary and agricultural sciences.