The Faculty of Nursing and Public Health, Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences of Bhutan, is pleased to invite applications for admission to the following fully funded (Pandemic Fund-supported) program for the July 2026 and July 2027 intakes under two cohorts.
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Programs
Eligibility Criteria
Ability Rating point
2026 intake
2027 intake
Total intake
1
Diploma in Laboratory Technology (Veterinary)
Class XII Pass with 45% in Bio Science, English and Dzongkha
Biology-5, English -3, Dzongkha -3 Chemistry-2 & Physics-1
10
10
20
How to apply:
All the interested Class XII passed students and past year students can register via https://kguis.kgumsb.edu.bt/admission to apply online on or before 25th July 2026
The selection will be based on merit ranking and selected candidates will be announced on 29th July 2026.
Contact Person:
Mr. Sonam Tshering, Program Leader, Technical Categories @ +975 2 321212/321210
The Regional Livestock Development Center (RLDC), Kanglung, has taken a significant step towards strengthening laboratory diagnostic services with the installation of real time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) machine at its laboratory.
The installation process, carried out from 16–18 April 2026, includes comprehensive validation procedures and hands-on practical training for RLDC laboratory technicians. The training is being conducted by technical experts from the National Centre for Animal Health, Thimphu.
The introduction of PCR machine, represents a major advancement in diagnostic capability at the regional level. This will significantly enhance the laboratory’s efficiency, reduce turnaround time for test results, and support timely implementation of disease control and prevention measures. For now, the machine will support the diagnosis of priority transboundary and economically important diseases such as African Swine Fever and Avian Influenza which pose significant threats to animal and public health and farmer livelihoods.
In parallel with the PCR installation, a comprehensive laboratory bio-risk assessment is being conducted. This assessment is funded by the Pandemic Fund through FAO support and aims to evaluate the laboratory’s biosafety and biosecurity systems.
The assessment will provide critical insights into infrastructure set up, operational practices, compliance with recommended standards, hazards and risk and risk mitigation strategies ensuring that the laboratory operates in a safe and secure manner while handling infectious agents. The findings will aim to support improvement of the laboratory quality systems and strengthen biosafety and biosecurity capacity.
The simultaneous implementation of advanced diagnostic technology and bio-risk assessment reflects RLDC’s commitment to strengthening laboratory systems, enhancing disease preparedness, and safeguarding both animal and public health.
