Indian Veterinary Research Institute
भारतीय पशुचिकित्सा अनुसंधान संस्थान

Bacteriology & Mycology Division

Objective / Mandate

  • To conduct basic and applied research on all aspects of health pertaining to bacterial and mycotic diseases of livestock.
  • To develop and assimilate the latest modern technologies including biotechnological know-how for the development of economical, reliable, quick and effective immunoprophylactics and immunodiagnostics for the control of animal diseases.
  • To provide consultancy and advisory services in veterinary and animal husbandry matters including diagnostic services pertaining to bacterial and mycotic diseases.
  • To organize post graduate education and specialized training programmes in the field of bacteriology and mycology.
  • To maintain, preserve and supply of important bacterial and mycotic cultures, diagnostic antigens and antisera.