At present, the Institute’s faculty consists of 116 highly qualified specialists, including 18 professors, 10 Doctors of Science, 48 Candidates of Science, 13 Associate Professors, and 24 Doctors of Philosophy (PhD). The proportion of faculty members holding academic degrees is 77.4%.
In addition, 26 faculty members have been awarded the title “Best University Teacher,” and 12 deliver courses in English. Over the past three years, six Institute faculty members have received the “Best University Teacher” grant, while five have been awarded the state scientific scholarship for talented researchers. Fifteen faculty members have completed international internships under the Bolashak program to exchange experience and enhance their professional qualifications.
The faculty’s professors have also made a significant contribution to the development of the university by serving as rectors:
• Beken Okenuly Alimzhanov – Rector from 1993 - 2004;
• Aitbay Kabykeshuly Bulashev – Rector from 2004 -2011.
S.K. Abdrakhmanov was recognized as the Best Researcher of 2021. In 2026, he was awarded the title of Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the field of agricultural and veterinary sciences. He is currently a member of the Management Board and serves as Vice-Rector for Research.
To support the educational process, conduct research within projects and programs, and implement contract-based work, the Institute operates 31 laboratories equipped in accordance with modern standards.
Since 2017, the Institute has hosted the Joint Kazakhstan–China Laboratory for Biological Safety (JKKLBS), established under an agreement between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Government of the People’s Republic of China on scientific and technical cooperation, as well as a memorandum of understanding between the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Xinjiang Agricultural University, and S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical University.
The laboratory’s activities are focused on the study and diagnosis of infectious animal diseases of mutual interest to both countries. Its level of biosafety and technical equipment allows for research on pathogens of particularly dangerous transboundary animal diseases.
For the purpose of coordinating research activities in the field of fisheries, participating in the implementation of priority areas for the development of the fisheries sector, improving the qualifications of the teaching staff, and enhancing the educational process, the Kazakhstan–Czech International Scientific Center for Aquaculture was established by Order No. 1.8.1-3/145-Н dated April 16, 2024, issued by Kanat Maratovich Tireuov, Chairman of the Board – Rector of S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University (KATRU), in accordance with the University Development Program for 2020–2024, as well as the Memorandum of Cooperation between S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University (KATRU) and University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice No. 543 dated December 13, 2023.
Within the Educational Program “Food Safety” of the Institute of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, work is currently underway to accredit the “Food Safety” Laboratory.
The laboratory conducts research on the quality of food products. The objects of analysis include: raw milk, raw skimmed milk, raw cream, dairy products (drinking milk, drinking cream, sour cream, etc.), fresh cut meat, chilled meat, fish and fish products, honey, crop production products, as well as feed for farm animals.
The Institute houses the N.T. Kadyrov Museum of Parasitology, one of the largest repositories of scientific collections of helminths and other parasitic organisms collected from various regions of Kazakhstan, containing more than one thousand exhibits.
The foundation of the collection was formed from materials gathered since 1956 under the leadership of N.T. Kadyrov, aimed at the systematic study of the helminth fauna of agricultural, game, domestic, and wild animals in different climatic and geographical zones of the country.
A significant contribution to the expansion of the museum collection was made by the students of Professor Kadyrov, including S.S. Tokpan, B.K. Ibraev, S.A. Aubakirov, B.E. Akmambaeva, S.N. Kireeva, L.A. Lider, and many others.
The museum is an integral part of the educational process, where students, master’s students, and doctoral candidates become thoroughly acquainted with the pathogens of parasitic diseases and the pathologies they cause. The museum is also frequently visited by school students, as well as delegations of guests — students, lecturers, scientists, and specialists from our country and abroad.
A national sports section operates within the institute. The opening of the equestrian sports section at S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University (KATRU) is of great significance. By participating in the equestrian sports section, university students have the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge and practical skills in horse breeding and horse training.
The opening ceremony was attended by Vice Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan E.K. Taszhurekov, Member of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan A.A. Bakkozhaev, Chairman of the Astana City Maslikhat E.E. Kanalimov, member of the Union of Writers of Kazakhstan, President of the Federation of National Equestrian Sports, Honored Figure of Kazakhstan Sadybek Tugel, relative of S. Seifullin A.R. Abish, as well as the university administration headed by Chairman of the Board – Rector, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.M. Tireuov.
Within the framework of the educational program “Animal Husbandry and Related Biological Sciences,” a new interactive classroom has been opened. The classroom is dedicated to the scientific, industrial, pedagogical, and public activities of Rashit Kazykhanovich Kazykhanov — Academician of the Academy of Higher Education Sciences of Kazakhstan, Doctor of Agricultural Sciences, and Professor.
Students (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral) are also actively involved in the research activities of the Institute. Throughout the year, various events are organized for students aimed at developing their scientific, creative, and intellectual potential.
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The Institute cooperates with many universities and research organizations from different countries around the world. Within the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Institute has 96 partner enterprises and organizations.
Students of the Institute participate in external academic mobility programs.
During the 2023–2026 academic years, a total of 46 students took part in outgoing academic mobility, while 17 students came to our Institute under this program.
Every year, the Institute organizes a “Job Fair” for graduating students, where employers from public and private organizations are invited. During this meeting with students, representatives and managers of enterprises conduct interviews and conclude employment contracts.
In the 2025 national ranking of the Independent Agency for Accreditation and Rating, three of the institute's educational programs took first place, and four educational programs took second place. In the 2026 ranking of educational programs conducted by the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs, three of the Institute’s educational programs ranked 1st, while two educational programs ranked 3rd and 4th respectively. The employment rate of the institute's graduates is 92%.
