UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Online Form 2026 (1308 Posts) | Advt No. 18-Exam/2026
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released the recruitment advertisement notification for the post of Veterinary Pharmacist under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh. This recruitment aims to fill 1,308 posts, and only candidates who have qualified UPSSSC PET-2025 with a valid, non-zero, non-negative score are eligible to apply. Online registration begins on 14 September 2026 and closes on 05 October 2026. Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, exam pattern, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
UPSSSC has issued this notification to fill Veterinary Pharmacist posts under the Animal Husbandry Directorate, Uttar Pradesh. This is a Mains-level examination, meaning candidates are first shortlisted based on their normalized UPSSSC PET-2025 score before being allowed to appear for the Main Written Examination. Candidates who did not appear in PET-2025, or whose PET-2025 score is zero or negative, are not eligible for shortlisting. Interestingly, council registration is currently not required in Uttar Pradesh for this post, which makes the eligibility process comparatively simpler than in some other states.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 14/08/2026 |
| Application Begin | 14/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online & Fee Payment | 05/10/2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation & Correction Window | Till 12/10/2026 |
| Selection Mode | PET-2025 Shortlisting + Main Written Examination + Document Verification + Medical Examination |
Application Fee
| All Categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST) | ₹25 (Online Processing Fee) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan) |
No separate application fee is charged at this stage beyond the ₹25 online processing fee. Candidates should keep the payment receipt safe for future reference in case of any discrepancy during application correction.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 Recruitment Rules for reserved categories and UP government employees |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the Veterinary Pharmacist post must have passed High School and Intermediate with Biology as a subject, along with a 2-year 3-month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized institution. Along with this educational qualification, candidates must have appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and hold a valid, normalized, non-zero score to be shortlisted for the Main Examination. It is strongly recommended that applicants go through the detailed official notification PDF for complete eligibility and shortlisting criteria before applying.
Vacancy Details (Total: 1308 Posts)
| Category | Total Post |
|---|---|
| General | 576 |
| EWS | 130 |
| OBC | 359 |
| SC | 237 |
| ST | 6 |
| Total | 1308 |
These posts will be filled under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh. The post carries Pay Matrix Level-05 with a pay scale of ₹29,200–₹92,300 per month, along with allowances as per rules.
Exam Pattern
The Main Written Examination will consist of a single question paper carrying 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions, covering topics such as Basics of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Clinical Pharmacy, Preliminary Surgical Procedures, Pharmacist Jurisprudence, Farm Management & Extensions, Hospital Practice Training, and General Computer Knowledge including internet, IT gadgets, cyber security, and emerging technologies like AI and Machine Learning. There is negative marking of 25% (1/4th mark) for each incorrect answer, so candidates should attempt questions with care.
Selection Process
Selection for the Veterinary Pharmacist post will be carried out through PET-2025 based shortlisting, followed by the Main Written Examination. There is no interview stage for this recruitment. Candidates who qualify the written exam will then undergo document verification and a medical examination before the final merit list is prepared. Since there is no interview, candidates should focus entirely on strong preparation for the objective-type Main Examination.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, High School and Intermediate certificates and marksheets, Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma certificate, valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 18-Exam/2026) carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: upsssc.gov.in
- Click on the recruitment link and select UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026.
- Log in using your registered PET 2025 credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, and PET score details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the online processing fee through the available online modes.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 05 October 2026, with correction allowed till 12 October 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 1,308 posts for Veterinary Pharmacist are available under this recruitment drive.
Q3. Is UPSSSC PET-2025 mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, candidates must have qualified PET-2025 with a valid, non-zero score to apply for the Main Examination.
Q4. What is the pay scale for Veterinary Pharmacist?
The post carries Pay Matrix Level-05, with a pay scale of ₹29,200–₹92,300 per month.