Short Detail:
Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh has released a notification for Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 for total 1308 posts. Candidates who cleared UPSSSC PET-2025 with a valid scorecard can apply for Veterinary Pharmacist post. The online application form can be submitted from 14/09/2026 to 05/10/2026. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh (UPSSSC)
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 18-Examination/2026
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 14/08/2026
- Application Start Date: 14/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 05/10/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 05/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: 12/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: Before exam
- Exam Date: Notify soon
Application Fees
- General / OBC / SC / ST: ₹25 (Online Processing Fee)
- No separate application fee for any category at this stage
- Main exam fee applies only to shortlisted candidates, payable before admit card download
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/07/2026
- Min Age: 18 Years
- Max Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “Directorate of Animal Husbandry Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026”
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC and other reserved categories | As per Government Rules |
| State Government Employees | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per relevant Acts and Rules |
| Outstanding Sports Persons | As per Group ‘C’ recruitment rules |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Researchers | As per specific rules |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1308
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 576 |
| SC | 237 |
| ST | 06 |
| OBC | 359 |
| EWS | 130 |
| Total | 1308 |
Eligibility Details
- Intermediate passed with Science (Biology) from UP Board or an equivalent recognized board
- 2 Year 3 Month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized university or institute
- Registration with the Veterinary Pharmacy Council is not compulsory right now, since the council does not exist yet
- Candidates must know Hindi in Devanagari script
- Extra weightage is given for 2 years of Territorial Army service or an NCC ‘B’ certificate
Veterinary Pharmacist: Salary Details
| Department | Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Directorate of Animal Husbandry | Veterinary Pharmacist | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
Important Links
| Apply Online | Link Active: 14/09/2026 |
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Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Process
UPSSSC picks candidates through a single written exam. There is no interview or physical test for this post.
Shortlisting For Written Exam
UPSSSC shortlists candidates using their PET-2025 normalized scores. The number called for the exam is 15 times the advertised vacancies in each category.
Exam Pattern
The written exam has objective type questions. Candidates get 120 minutes to attempt 100 questions worth 100 marks. Each wrong answer cuts 25% of that question’s marks.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Related Knowledge | 65 | 65 |
| Part-2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Information about Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026: Important Questions & Answer
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
UPSSSC has released 1308 posts for Veterinary Pharmacist under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh. The posts are divided among UR, SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. Check the vacancy table above for the full category-wise split.
When can candidates apply for this recruitment?
The online application form opens on 14/09/2026 and closes on 05/10/2026. Candidates can correct their submitted form till 12/10/2026. Apply within these dates only, to avoid rejection.
What is the educational qualification for Veterinary Pharmacist post?
Candidates need Intermediate with Science (Biology) from a recognized board. They also need a 2 year 3 month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized university or institute. Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script is also required.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 40 years old as on 01/07/2026. Reserved category candidates and other eligible groups get extra age relaxation as per government rules.
How much is the application fee?
General, OBC, SC, and ST candidates pay only ₹25 as an online processing fee. There is no separate application fee at this stage. The main exam fee applies later, only to candidates shortlisted for the written exam.
Is PET-2025 score required for this recruitment?
Yes, only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and hold a valid scorecard with a positive score can apply. UPSSSC uses these normalized scores to shortlist candidates for the written exam.
What is the exam pattern for Veterinary Pharmacist recruitment?
The written exam has 100 objective type questions worth 100 marks. Candidates get 120 minutes to complete the paper. Each wrong answer results in 25% negative marking.
What is the salary for Veterinary Pharmacist post?
Selected candidates get Pay Level-5 with a pay scale of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. This is as per the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh pay structure.
