UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has officially notified recruitment for 1,308 Vacancies of Veterinary Pharmacist (वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट) under the administrative control of the Directorate of Animal Husbandry (पशुपालन निदेशालय), Government of Uttar Pradesh.
This major Group-C state government recruitment is being conducted through Advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026 (विज्ञापन संख्या-18-परीक्षा/2026) — Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18 [वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट मुख्य परीक्षा (प्रा०अ०प०-2025)/18].
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Specification (Advt. 18-Exam/2026) |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Pickup Bhawan, Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow – 226010 |
| Advertisement Number | 18-Exam/2026 (18-परीक्षा/2026) |
| Controlling Department | Directorate of Animal Husbandry (पशुपालन निदेशालय), Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Veterinary Pharmacist (वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,308 Posts (Permanent & Temporary / स्थायी व अस्थायी) |
| Mandatory Filter | Valid UPSSSC PET-2025 Scorecard (Positive Normalized Score > 0) |
| Essential Academic Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) with Biology + 2 Years 3 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy |
| Council Registration Status | Not Required (Government confirmed Council does not currently exist in UP) |
| Pay Scale & Level | Pay Matrix Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300) |
| Application Mode | 100% Online via upsssc.gov.in (Applicant Authentication via PET-2025 Registration Number) |
| Online Processing Fee | ₹25/- (All Categories for Stage 1 application) |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC has formally published detailed advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026 for 1,308 posts of Veterinary Pharmacist in the Animal Husbandry Department. Online registration and processing fee payment start on 14 September 2026. Candidates can apply until 05 October 2026 and edit their application forms till 12 October 2026.
Candidates must strictly adhere to the official calendar notified in Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026:
| Event / Timeline Stage | Official Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Issue Date | 14 August 2026 (14-08-2026) | Published |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment Start | 14 September 2026 (14-09-2026) | Active Now |
| Last Date for Registration & Fee Payment | 05 October 2026 (05-10-2026) | Closing Date |
| Last Date for Online Form Submission | 05 October 2026 (05-10-2026) | Strict Deadline |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Application Correction | 12 October 2026 (12-10-2026) | 7 Days Window |
| PET-2025 Shortlisting Cut-Off Announcement | Not Released / To Be Updated | Awaited |
| Main Written Examination Date | Not Released / To Be Updated | Will be announced on upsssc.gov.in |
| Main Exam Admit Card Download | Not Released / To Be Updated | Before Written Exam |
| Document Verification (DV) Schedule | Not Released / To Be Updated | Post Result |
The recruitment has been requisitioned by the Animal Husbandry Department, Uttar Pradesh for 1,308 posts of Veterinary Pharmacist. All appointments will be made in accordance with the Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025.
Department: Animal Husbandry Directorate (पशुपालन निदेशालय), UP
Cadre / Post: Veterinary Pharmacist (वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट)
Classification: General Central/State Service Group 'C' (Non-Gazetted / अराजपत्रित)
Nature of Posts: Permanent and Temporary (स्थायी व अस्थायी)
Pay Matrix Level: Pay Level-5 (Pay Scale ₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
Official vertical and horizontal reservation vacancies as notified in Sarini-1 and Sarini-2 of Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026:
Vertical Reservation Breakup (सारिणी-1)
| Department | Post | Pay Level | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| पशुपालन निदेशालय, उ०प्र० | वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट | Level-5 (₹29,200 - ₹92,300) | 576 | 237 | 06 | 359 | 130 | 1308 | स्थायी व अस्थायी |
Horizontal Reservation Breakup (सारिणी-2)
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters (DFF) | Ex-Servicemen (भूतपूर्व सैनिक) | Women (महिला) | Outstanding Sportspersons (उत्कृष्ट खिलाड़ी) | Divyangjan / PwD (दिव्यांगजन) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 65 | 261 | 26 | 0 (As per Dept Requisition Table 2) |
The post is officially designated as Veterinary Pharmacist (वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट).
Veterinary Pharmacists are posted across Veterinary Polyclinics, Government Veterinary Hospitals, Artificial Insemination (AI) Centres, and Livestock Extension Units across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. They assist Veterinary Officers in compounding medicines, surgical prep, emergency management, vaccine cold-chain maintenance, and public livestock health outreach.
The online application portal on upsssc.gov.in formally opened on 14 September 2026. Candidates can authenticate using their PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP (sent to registered mobile/email) or through Personal Details mode.
The last date for submitting online applications and depositing the ₹25 online processing fee is 05 October 2026.
The deadline for fee adjustment and application modification/correction is 12 October 2026 (7 days after the last date of application submission).
Candidates who need to correct allowed fields in their submitted application form can do so through the Applicant's Dashboard using OTP authentication up to 12 October 2026.
The official date for the UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination has Not Released / To Be Updated by the Commission.
The exam date will be notified on the official website (upsssc.gov.in) through a separate press release once the PET-2025 shortlisting process is finalized.
The Admit Card status is currently Not Released / To Be Updated.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to deposit the Main Examination fee on the UPSSSC portal before downloading their e-Admit Cards. The admit card will contain examination venue details, date, reporting time, and shift details.
The Main Examination Result status is currently Not Released / To Be Updated.
Results will be published on upsssc.gov.in along with category-wise cut-off marks for document verification and subsequent final selection.
In accordance with Rule 10 of the UP Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025:
Crucial Date for Age Calculation: 01 July 2026 (01-07-2026)
Minimum Age: 18 Years (Must have attained 18 years on or before 01.07.2026)
Maximum Age: 40 Years (Must not have exceeded 40 years on 01.07.2026)
Candidate must have been born between 02 July 1986 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Upper age limit relaxation is admissible exclusively to permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh as per extant state government orders:
- Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST) of UP: 5 Years relaxation (Up to 45 years).
- Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer) of UP: 5 Years relaxation (Up to 45 years).
- Outstanding Sportspersons of UP: 5 Years relaxation as per Rule-2022.
- State Government Employees of UP: 5 Years relaxation as per Personnel Dept GO.
- Ex-Servicemen (भूतपूर्व सैनिक): 3 Years relaxation after deducting completed military service from actual age.
- General / EWS (Unreserved): No age relaxation beyond 40 years.
- Other State Candidates: Treated as Unreserved (General) category regardless of their reservation status in home states.
Appearing in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) is a strictly non-negotiable prerequisite.
Candidates having zero (0) or negative marks in PET-2025 will be disqualified immediately and not shortlisted for the Main Examination.
To be eligible for the UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026, an applicant must satisfy all four core pillars:
Valid score card in UPSSSC PET-2025 with positive marks (>0).
10+2 Intermediate with Biology (जीव विज्ञान) from UP Board or recognized equivalent.
02 Years 03 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a university/institution established by law.
Working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script (देव नागरी लिपि में हिन्दी का ज्ञान).
As per Part-4 Rule-8 of the UP Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025, the candidate must have passed:
Must have passed the Intermediate Examination with Biology (जीव विज्ञान) conducted by the Board of High School and Intermediate Education Uttar Pradesh (UP Board) or an examination recognized by the Government as equivalent thereto.
Candidates who did not have Biology as a subject in 10+2 are not eligible for this post.
Under Clause 6(1)(दो) of the official notification:
Must hold a 02 Years 03 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy (वेटनरी फार्मेसी में 02 वर्ष 03 माह का डिप्लोमा) from a University or Institution established by law in India.
The candidate must possess the requisite passing marksheet and diploma certificate on or before the closing date of application submission (05 October 2026).
Clause 6(1)(तीन) of the notification states: "सक्षम परिषद या संस्थान (यदि उपलब्ध हो) में पंजीकृत होना चाहिए।"
"अपर मुख्य सचिव, पशुधन अनुभाग-3, उत्तर प्रदेश शासन का पत्र संख्या-आई/1336367/2026, दिनांक- 20-05-2026 द्वारा अवगत कराया गया है कि 'वर्तमान में उत्तर प्रदेश में वेटनरी फार्मासिस्ट के पंजीकरण हेतु वेटनरी फार्मेसी काउंसिल अस्तित्व में नहीं है। अतः पंजीकरण की आवश्यकता नहीं है।'"
Outcome for Candidates: Because no Veterinary Pharmacy Council is currently functional in UP, candidate registration with any council is NOT required for applying or selection.
At Stage 1 (Initial Online Application Form), candidates are required to pay only the nominal online processing fee as detailed below (Clause 2.10):
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (अनारक्षित) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Other Backward Classes (अन्य पिछड़ा वर्ग) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (अनुसूचित जाति) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (अनुसूचित जनजाति) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| EWS / DFF / Ex-Servicemen / Female / Sports | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
Note: Main examination fee will be collected separately from candidates who are shortlisted based on their PET-2025 normalized scores.
The recruitment process strictly follows the UP Direct Recruitment to Group C Posts Rules, 2015 and UP Subordinate Services Examination Rules:
Candidates filtered at approximately 15 times the category-wise vacancies based on PET-2025 normalized marks.
Objective test of 100 questions (100 marks) in 120 minutes with 1/4th negative marking covering Veterinary Science, Computer/IT, and UP GK.
Original verification of 10+2 Biology marksheet, Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma, Domicile, Category, and PET-2025 scorecards.
Final merit prepared purely on Main written examination marks; recommendation issued to Directorate of Animal Husbandry.
Under Clause 10 of Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026:
Shortlisting Multiplier: 15 times the category-wise advertised vacancies (15 गुना अभ्यर्थी) based on normalized scores of PET-2025.
Tie-Breaking at Cut-Off: All candidates scoring equal marks up to 2 decimal places to the last cut-off score in each category will also be included for the Main Examination.
Candidates possessing valid eligibility will be invited to pay the Main Exam fee once the PET shortlisting cut-off list is declared.
The Main Examination is an offline written objective test conducted across designated examination centres in Uttar Pradesh (primarily Lucknow and adjoining commission-notified districts).
The paper comprises 100 questions testing specialized animal husbandry domain knowledge (65 marks), computer/IT advancements (15 marks), and Uttar Pradesh general heritage/economy (20 marks).
The official examination scheme approved by UP Government Personnel Section-3 vide letter No. 485/47-Ka-3-2026 dated 30-06-2026 is structured as follows:
| Part | Subject / Domain | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| भाग-1 (Part-1) | Subject Related Knowledge (पशुपालन एवं वेटनरी फार्मेसी विषयगत ज्ञान) – 15 Modules | 65 | 65 |
2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| भाग-2 (Part-2) | Knowledge of Computer & IT Concepts and Contemporary Innovations (कम्प्यूटर एवं सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी) | 15 | 15 | |
| भाग-3 (Part-3) | General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh (उत्तर प्रदेश राज्य संबंधित सामान्य जानकारी) | 20 | 20 | |
| कुल योग (Grand Total) | 100 | 100 | 120 Mins | |
Official Module-Wise Question Breakdown under Part-1 (as published on Page 10 & 14 of notification):
| # | Topic / Subject Module | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anatomy of Livestock and Poultry (पशुओं और पोल्ट्री की शारीरिक संरचना) | 04 | 04 |
| 2 | Introduction to Livestock Management (पशुपालन प्रबंधन का परिचय) | 05 | 05 |
| 3 | Introduction to Livestock Breeds and Economic Traits (पशुओं की नस्लों और आर्थिक गुणों का परिचय) | 05 | 05 |
| 4 | Basics of Animal Nutrition and Health (पशु पोषण और स्वास्थ्य की बुनियादी बातें) | 05 | 05 |
| 5 | Basics of Animal Physiology (पशु शरीर-क्रिया विज्ञान की बुनियादी बातें) | 04 | 04 |
| 6 | Basics of Clinical Pathology (क्लिनिकल पैथोलॉजी की बुनियादी बातें) | 03 | 03 |
| 7 | Elementary Parasitology (बुनियादी पैरासिटोलॉजी / परजीवी विज्ञान) | 03 | 03 |
| 8 | Fundamentals of Pharmacology (फार्माकोलॉजी / औषधि विज्ञान के मूल सिद्धांत) | 05 | 05 |
| 9 | Clinical Biochemistry & Introduction to Gynaecology (क्लिनिकल बायोकेमिस्ट्री, गायनेकोलॉजी का परिचय) | 04 | 04 |
| 10 | Basics of Clinical Veterinary Medicine (क्लिनिकल पशु चिकित्सा की बुनियादी बातें) | 05 | 05 |
| 11 | Veterinary Clinical Pharmacy (वेटनरी क्लिनिकल फार्मेसी) | 05 | 05 |
| 12 | Preliminary Surgical Procedures (शुरुआती सर्जिकल प्रक्रियाएं) | 04 | 04 |
| 13 | Pharmacist Jurisprudence (फार्मासिस्ट ज्यूर्रिसप्रूडेंस / कानूनी नियम) | 05 | 05 |
| 14 | Farm Management & Extensions (फार्म प्रबंधन और विस्तार) | 05 | 05 |
| 15 | Hospital Practice Training (हॉस्पिटल प्रैक्टिस ट्रेनिंग) | 03 | 03 |
| Part-1 Total Sub-Domain | 65 | 65 | |
| II | Computer & Information Technology (कम्प्यूटर एवं सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी) | 15 | 15 |
| III | General Information related to Uttar Pradesh (उत्तर प्रदेश सामान्य ज्ञान) | 20 | 20 |
Total Marks for the Written Examination is 100 Marks.
Each question carries 1 Mark. There is no interview stage; final selection is determined solely by the candidate's performance in this 100-mark written test, subject to clearing document verification.
The total time allowed for attempting the question paper is 2 Hours (120 Minutes).
Eligible PwD candidates entitled to compensatory time will receive extra time as per Government of UP and Commission guidelines.
Negative marking is applicable: There is a deduction of 25% (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question for every incorrect response.
The comprehensive syllabus is divided into three distinct parts officially notified on pages 11-13 (Hindi) and pages 15-17 (English) of Advertisement 18-Exam/2026.
- Part-1: Veterinary Science & Pharmacy Domain Knowledge (65 Marks)
- Part-2: Concepts of Computer & IT, Contemporary Technological Developments & Innovations (15 Marks)
- Part-3: General Information related to Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)
Official Part-1 Topics (विषयगत ज्ञान - 65 Marks):
Study of the skeletal system, major bones, and joints; structural layout of digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems; location of uro-genital systems, nervous systems, sense organs, and superficial lymph nodes.
Basic terminology for managing cattle, buffalo, sheep, goat, horses, camels, and pigs; animal housing designs and daily routine management like grooming, washing, dipping, and shearing; handling pregnant animals, newborn calf rearing, and methods like dehorning or castration.
Identification of popular native, exotic, and crossbred livestock breeds; basic systems of breeding (in-breeding vs. cross-breeding); maintaining essential livestock farm records and farm economics.
Types of livestock feeds, fodders, and balanced ration formulation; nutritional deficiencies and primary signs of poor health in farm animals.
Elementary knowledge of physiological functions of various organs of livestock and poultry.
Introduction to common laboratory tools and sterilization practices; routine sample processing including blood, urine, and fecal analysis.
Identification of common internal parasites (worms, flukes) and external parasites (ticks, mites, lice); life cycles of parasites and common deworming schedules.
Basic classification of veterinary medicines and their sources; methods of drug administration (oral, injections, ointments); basic concepts of drug dosage calculation, side effects, and storage rules.
Official Part-2 Syllabus: Knowledge of Concepts of Computer and Information Technology and Contemporary Technological Development and Innovation in this Field (15 Marks):
• History, Introduction and Application of Computer, Information Technology, Internet and World Wide Web (WWW).
• General Knowledge related to:
- Hardware and Software
- Input and Output Devices
- Internet Protocol / IP Address
- IT Gadgets and their Application
- Creation of e-mail ID and use/operation of e-mail
- Operation of Printer, Tablet and Mobile
- Important elements of Word Processing (MS-Word) and Excel Processing (MS-Excel)
- Operating System, Social Networking, e-Governance
• Digital Financial Tools and Applications.
• Future Skills and Cyber Security.
• Technological Development and Innovation in the field of Computer and Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Internet of Things) and India's achievements in this field etc.
Official Part-3 Syllabus: General Information related to The State of Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks):
In this part of the question paper, questions based on:
- History, Culture, Art, and Architecture of Uttar Pradesh
- Festivals, Folk Dance, Literature, and Regional Languages
- Heritage, Social Customs, and Tourism
- Geographical Landscape and Environment, Natural Resources, Climate, Soil, Forest, Wildlife, Mines and Minerals
- Economy, Agriculture, Industry, Business and Employment of UP
- Polity, Administration of Uttar Pradesh
- Current Events and Achievements of Uttar Pradesh State in various fields etc.
Remaining Official Part-1 Modules (9 to 15):
Understanding blood serum parameters; elementary knowledge of livestock reproduction and pregnancy diagnosis assistance.
Basic knowledge of different livestock and poultry diseases; identification on the basis of gross physical examination, physiological parameters, and methods; general principles of disease prevention and control.
Compounding techniques: preparing mixtures, lotions, ointments, powders, and tinctures; dispensing science: labelling, reading prescriptions correctly, and packing medicines; inventory control: cold-chain management for vaccines, tracking expiry dates, and maintaining registers for narcotic drugs.
Introduction to surgical instruments, sterilization, and autoclave operations; preparing animals for surgery (shaving, antiseptic cleaning); wound dressing, bandaging, post-operative animal monitoring, and suture care.
Laws governing the sale, storage, and distribution of animal medicines in India; ethics of a veterinary pharmacy practitioner.
Maintaining daily hygiene and biosecurity on a dairy or poultry farm; communicating basic health practices to farmers and helping organize animal health camps.
Complete hands-on training inside a veterinary polyclinic setup; handling emergency cases, assisting veterinarians during physical exams, and managing incoming pharmacy stock.
The application is handled entirely via the Online Application System at upsssc.gov.in under the Live Advertisement segment.
Step 1: Authentication via PET-2025 Registration Number (through OTP or Personal Details).
Step 2: Prefilled candidate profile appears automatically (Name, DOB, Category, Address, Photo, Signature).
Step 3: Enter mandatory academic qualifications (10+2 Biology + 2 Years 3 Months Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma details).
Step 4: Verification code submission & Generation of 11-digit Application Number.
Step 5: Payment of ₹25 processing fee through SBI e-Pay (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan).
Step 6: Final Submission & Printout of Application Form.
- Visit the official portal: upsssc.gov.in.
- On the homepage, navigate to "Live Advertisement" and locate Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026.
- Click on "Apply" and select "Candidate Registration".
- Choose your authentication mode: "Through Personal Details" or "Through OTP".
- Verify prefilled details imported from your PET-2025 profile.
- In the Essential Qualification section, select "Yes" for Intermediate with Biology and enter Board, Year of Passing, Roll No., and Marks.
- Select "Yes" for 02 Years 03 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy and enter University/Institute details, passing year, and certificate numbers.
- Confirm Hindi in Devanagari script knowledge.
- Review the preview form, enter the captcha verification code, and submit.
- Proceed to "Fee Payment & Application Form Submission" to pay ₹25 via UPI, Net Banking, or Card.
- Download and save your final Application Form Printout for Document Verification.
Candidates must possess the following original documents and self-attested photocopies:
- UPSSSC PET-2025 Scorecard & Admit Card
- High School (10th) Certificate / Marksheet (For Date of Birth verification)
- Intermediate (10+2) Marksheet & Passing Certificate with Biology
- Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy Certificate & Marksheets (02 Years 03 Months duration)
- Uttar Pradesh Domicile Certificate (For claiming reservation/age relaxation)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC): In prescribed UP State format (OBC certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026 and valid up to 05.10.2026)
- EWS Certificate: Valid for financial year 2026-27 based on family income of financial year 2025-26 (issued between 01.04.2026 and 05.10.2026)
- Identity Proof: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or PAN Card
- Valid Mobile Number & Email ID registered during PET-2025
Candidates are permitted to modify specific details in their submitted application form until 12 October 2026 through OTP authentication on their registered mobile/email.
- Correspondence Address (पत्राचार का पता)
- Individual details such as EWS category, Horizontal Reservation (DFF, Ex-Servicemen, Sports)
- Gender correction
- Essential / Preferential qualification entries
- Marital status
Note: Photo and signature uploaded in PET-2025 cannot be changed.
The written examination will be held at designated test centres across Uttar Pradesh, primarily in Lucknow, and if candidate count requires, across nearby divisional headquarters.
Exact exam centre address, shift timing, and reporting instructions will be communicated on the e-Admit Card. No request for changing the allotted examination centre will be entertained under any circumstances.
Admit Cards will be available online approximately 7 to 10 days before the scheduled examination date.
Candidates must log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth on upsssc.gov.in. An e-Admit Card, along with original photo ID and two recent passport-size photographs, must be produced at the exam centre.
The Commission will release results in three sequential announcements on upsssc.gov.in:
- PET-2025 Shortlisting Result for Main Written Exam
- Main Written Exam Written Result & DV Eligibility List
- Final Selection Merit List after Document Verification
Cut-off scores are announced separately for:
- PET-2025 Shortlisting Cut-Off: Category-wise normalized marks for 15x candidate intake.
- Main Exam DV Cut-Off: Marks secured out of 100 in the written examination.
- Final Recommendation Cut-Off: Final score of the last selected candidate in each category.
The final merit list is prepared strictly on the basis of marks scored by candidates in the Main Written Examination (100 Marks).
In case of two or more candidates scoring identical marks, tie-breaking criteria established by the Commission will apply (older age preferred; higher academic merit).
Document Verification (DV) is conducted at the UPSSSC Headquarters, Pickup Bhawan, Lucknow for candidates qualifying the written examination.
Candidates must produce original marksheets, degree/diploma certificates, caste certificates, domicile certificates, valid photo identification, and the completed application form set along with two sets of self-attested photocopies.
1. Only one application per candidate is allowed. In case of duplicate applications, only the final submitted application will be accepted.
2. Married male candidates who have more than one living wife, or female candidates who have married a person already having a living wife, are not eligible unless exempted by the Governor.
3. Crucial date for educational qualifications is the last date of application: 05 October 2026.
4. All reservation claims must be supported by certificates issued on or before 05-10-2026 by competent UP authorities.
Direct official links as released by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission:
| Action / Portal Resource | Link Description | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online (All Notifications) | Candidate Registration & Form Submission Portal | Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026 Detailed Notification (32 Pages) | Download PDF |
| Official Commission Website | UPSSSC Official Portal Homepage | Visit Portal |
| Departmental Website | Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh | Visit Dept |
The 32-page comprehensive advertisement contains all provisions regarding reservation proformas (Parishisht 1 to 9), qualifying rules, syllabus outlines, and application mechanics.
All authentic updates, shortlisting notices, admit cards, answer keys, and final selection lists are hosted exclusively on: https://upsssc.gov.in.
A total of 1,308 vacancies (576 UR, 237 SC, 06 ST, 359 OBC, 130 EWS) have been announced under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, UP.
Candidates must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and possess a valid score card with positive (non-zero) normalized score.
Intermediate (10+2) with Biology + 02 Years 03 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized university/institution + knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
No. The UP Government has officially confirmed that no Veterinary Pharmacy Council currently exists in Uttar Pradesh, so council registration is not required.
Online applications start on 14 September 2026 and conclude on 05 October 2026. The fee adjustment and correction window is open till 12 October 2026.
One written paper of 100 objective questions (100 marks) in 120 minutes with 1/4th (25%) negative marking. 65 marks for Veterinary Science, 15 marks for Computer/IT, and 20 marks for UP General Knowledge.
Candidates with valid PET-2025 scores and Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy can complete registration on upsssc.gov.in. Keep registration slips, fee receipts, and printouts safely stored.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q1.What is the total vacancy in UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,308 posts (576 UR, 237 SC, 06 ST, 359 OBC, 130 EWS) under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, UP.
Q2.Which PET score is required for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026?
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and possess a valid score card with positive normalized marks are eligible.
Q3.What is the educational qualification for Veterinary Pharmacist?
Intermediate (10+2) with Biology + 02 Years 03 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized institution + knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
Q4.Is registration with Veterinary Pharmacy Council required?
No. The Government of UP has confirmed that currently no Veterinary Pharmacy Council exists in Uttar Pradesh, so council registration is not required.
Q5.What are the application start and closing dates?
Online applications opened on 14 September 2026 and close on 05 October 2026. The modification/correction window is available until 12 October 2026.
Q6.What is the age limit for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh.
Q7.What is the exam pattern and negative marking?
100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours. Negative marking is 1/4th (25% or 0.25 marks) for each wrong answer.
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