Job Description
Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for 1,308 Veterinary Pharmacist positions under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry. This initiative aims to strengthen veterinary services across the state by inducting qualified professionals into the government workforce. The role is pivotal for maintaining livestock health and supporting animal husbandry operations, offering a stable career path within the state administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the administration of veterinary medicines and treatments to livestock.
- Maintaining accurate records of pharmacy inventory and medical supplies.
- Supporting veterinary surgeons during clinical procedures and surgical operations.
- Ensuring proper storage and handling of vaccines and pharmaceutical products.
- Providing basic guidance to farmers on livestock health management and hygiene.
- Assisting in the documentation and reporting of animal health data for departmental records.
Why Apply
Selected candidates will join a government-regulated pay structure (Level-5) with standard benefits and job security. This role provides an opportunity to contribute directly to the rural economy and animal welfare in Uttar Pradesh, while working within a structured departmental framework.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 14 September 2026
- Application End: 05 October 2026
- Correction Deadline: 12 October 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 1,308
- Pay Scale: Level-5 (₹29,200–₹92,300)
- Location: Uttar Pradesh
- Category: Other Govt. Exams
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
14 Sep 2026 –
05 Oct 2026
Salary
Level-5 (₹29,200–₹92,300)
Vacancies
1308
Eligibility
Intermediate (Biology) + 2-year 3-month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- Unreserved: 576
- SC: 237
- ST: 6
- OBC: 359
- EWS: 130
- Total: 1,308
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal at upsssc.gov.in.
- Locate the advertisement in the Live Advertisement section.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration number and OTP.
- Verify auto-populated details from your PET-2025 profile.
- Enter specific educational and preferential qualification details.
- Submit the form to generate an 11-digit registration number.
- Pay the processing fee via credit/debit card, net banking, or SBI e-challan.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Cutoff Marks
Shortlisting is based on normalized PET-2025 scores; specific cut-off marks are determined by the Commission.
Application Fee
All categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST) are required to pay a ₹25 online processing fee. No other application fee is charged at this stage.
Age Limit
18 to 40 years as of 01 July 2026, with relaxations for reserved categories as per UP government norms.
Selection Process
Selection is based on a written Main Examination. Candidates are shortlisted based on their normalized PET-2025 scores. The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions covering subject knowledge, computer concepts, and general knowledge of Uttar Pradesh. A negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) applies to each incorrect answer. The duration of the exam is 120 minutes.
Exam Pattern
The exam comprises 100 questions for 100 marks. Part-1 (Subject Knowledge) carries 65 marks, Part-2 (Computer/IT) carries 15 marks, and Part-3 (General Knowledge of UP) carries 20 marks. The total duration is 2 hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
UPSSSC has notified a total of 1,308 posts for the Veterinary Pharmacist position under Advertisement No. 18-Pariksha/2026. These vacancies are distributed across various categories, including Unreserved, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS. Please refer to the official notification for the detailed category-wise breakdown.
Only candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and hold a valid, non-zero, and non-negative score are eligible to apply. Shortlisting for the Main Examination will be conducted based on the normalized PET-2025 scores in category-wise merit order.
The online registration, fee deposit, and application submission window closes on 05 October 2026. Candidates are advised to complete their submissions well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues. Fee reconciliation and application corrections can be performed until 12 October 2026.
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh, as well as for ex-servicemen and state government employees, as per the prevailing government rules.
Applicants must have passed High School and Intermediate (Biology stream) and possess a 2-year 3-month diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized institution. Registration with a veterinary pharmacy council is not currently required in Uttar Pradesh.
The application fee is ₹25 (online processing fee) for all categories, including UR, OBC, SC, and ST. Payment can be made via credit card, debit card, internet banking, UPI, or through an SBI e-Challan at any SBI branch.
Selection is based on a written Main Examination. The paper consists of 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks, covering subject knowledge, computer concepts, and UP general knowledge. The exam duration is 2 hours, and there is a negative marking of 0.25 (1/4th) for each wrong answer.
You must apply online through the official website upsssc.gov.in. Log in using your PET-2025 registration number, verify your details, fill in the required educational information, pay the processing fee, and submit the form. Always keep a printed copy of the final application for your records.
