UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 1308 Posts

Total Vacancies

1308 Posts

A total of 1308 Veterinary Pharmacist posts are available under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh.

Examination Type

Objective Multiple Choice Questions

The Main Examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions.

Animal and Poultry Anatomy

Professional Subject

Questions relating to the anatomical structure and basic body systems of animals and poultry.

Advertisement Number

18-Pariksha/2026

The recruitment is being conducted through the Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18.

Advertisement Number

18-Pariksha/2026

Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18.

Total Questions

100 Questions

The Main Written Examination contains a total of 100 objective questions.

Livestock Management

Professional Subject

Basic principles and practices of livestock and animal management.

Step 2

Verify PET-2025 Details

Ensure that PET-2025 participation and score card details are available and correctly entered wherever required.

Required Preliminary Examination

UPSSSC PET-2025

Only candidates who participated in PET-2025 and possess the required score card can participate in the recruitment process.

Post Name

Veterinary Pharmacist

Recruitment for Veterinary Pharmacist posts under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry.

Maximum Marks

100 Marks

Each question carries one mark.

Animal Breeds and Economic Traits

Professional Subject

Knowledge of animal breeds and their important economic characteristics.

Salary

Level 5

Selected candidates will receive salary in Pay Matrix Level 5 from Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300.

Controlling Department

Directorate of Animal Husbandry

Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Step 4

Upload Required Documents

Upload photograph, signature and other documents in the prescribed format according to the online application instructions.

Application Mode

Online

Applications must be submitted through the UPSSSC online recruitment system.

Job Location

Uttar Pradesh

Selected candidates can be posted in Uttar Pradesh according to departmental requirements.

Hindi Knowledge

Devanagari Script

Candidate must possess knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script.

Animal Physiology

Professional Subject

Fundamental concepts relating to physiological functions and systems of animals.

Selection Process

PET Shortlisting + Main Exam

Candidates are shortlisted through PET-2025 score, followed by Main Written Examination and document verification.

Selection Stages:

• PET-2025 Shortlisting
• Main Written Examination
• Document Verification
• Final Merit

Clinical Pathology

Professional Subject

Basic concepts of clinical pathology relevant to veterinary practice.

Photograph and Signature

Online Application

Candidates must upload the prescribed photograph and signature according to the online application instructions.

Step 6

Review and Submit

Review all entered information carefully before final submission of the application.

Parasitology

Professional Subject

Basic parasitology and veterinary relevance of parasites affecting animals.

Step 7

Save Application Record

Retain the application confirmation and payment details for future recruitment stages.

Veterinary Pharmacology

Professional Subject

Fundamental principles of veterinary pharmacology and therapeutic use of medicines.

Veterinary Clinical Pharmacy

Professional Subject

Professional knowledge relating to dispensing, handling and use of veterinary medicines.

Animal Diseases and Clinical Practice

Professional Subject

Knowledge relating to animal diseases, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and clinical veterinary practice.

Veterinary Surgical Procedures

Professional Subject

Basic concepts relating to veterinary surgery and clinical procedures.

Veterinary Jurisprudence

Professional Subject

Knowledge relating to veterinary laws, regulations and professional responsibilities.

Farm Management

Professional Subject

Management principles relevant to livestock farms and animal production systems.

Veterinary Hospital Practice

Professional Subject

Basic procedures, records, medicine handling and practices followed in veterinary hospitals.

PET Requirement

UPSSSC PET-2025

Candidate must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test PET-2025 and must possess the PET-2025 score card.

Reservation Certificates

Where Applicable

Valid certificates must be available for candidates claiming caste, EWS, disability, ex-servicemen, freedom fighter dependent, sportsperson or other applicable reservation benefits.

High School Qualification

Required

Candidate must have passed the prescribed High School examination or equivalent recognized qualification.

High School Certificate

Mandatory

Required for educational qualification and date of birth verification.

Intermediate Qualification

Biology Required

Candidate must have passed Intermediate examination with Biology from the Uttar Pradesh Board or another recognized equivalent board.

Intermediate Certificate

Mandatory

Required to verify Intermediate qualification with Biology.

Step 3

Complete the Online Application

Enter personal information, educational qualification, Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma details and other required information.

Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma

2 Years 3 Months

Candidate must possess a 2 Years 3 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a university or institution established by law in India.

Veterinary Pharmacy Diploma

Mandatory

Required to verify the prescribed 2 Years 3 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy.

Minimum Age

18 Years

Candidate must have attained the minimum prescribed age as on 01 July 2026.

Maximum Age

40 Years

Candidate must not exceed the prescribed maximum age as on 01 July 2026.

Age Relaxation

As Per Uttar Pradesh Government Rules

Eligible candidates belonging to reserved and special categories will receive upper age relaxation according to applicable Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Unreserved

576 Posts

Vertical reservation vacancies for the Unreserved category.

Dependents of Freedom Fighters

26 Posts

Horizontal reservation included within the total advertised vacancies according to applicable Uttar Pradesh reservation rules.

Scheduled Caste

237 Posts

Vertical reservation vacancies for Scheduled Caste candidates.

Ex-Servicemen

65 Posts

Horizontal reservation included within the total advertised vacancies according to applicable Uttar Pradesh reservation rules.

Scheduled Tribe

6 Posts

Vertical reservation vacancies for Scheduled Tribe candidates.

Women

261 Posts

Horizontal reservation included within the total advertised vacancies according to applicable Uttar Pradesh reservation rules.

Other Backward Classes

359 Posts

Vertical reservation vacancies for Other Backward Classes candidates.

Outstanding Sportspersons

26 Posts

Horizontal reservation included within the total advertised vacancies according to applicable Uttar Pradesh reservation rules.

Economically Weaker Section

130 Posts

Vertical reservation vacancies for Economically Weaker Section candidates.

Total Posts

1308

Total advertised vacancies for the Veterinary Pharmacist post.

Total

1308 Posts

Total number of Veterinary Pharmacist vacancies advertised.

General Category

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

No separate application fee is prescribed at the application stage. Online processing fee is Rs. 25.

OBC Category

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

No separate application fee is prescribed at the application stage. Online processing fee is Rs. 25.

EWS Category

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

No separate application fee is prescribed at the application stage. Online processing fee is Rs. 25.

SC Category

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

No separate application fee is prescribed at the application stage. Online processing fee is Rs. 25.

Animal Nutrition and Health

Professional Subject

Fundamental concepts relating to animal nutrition, feeding and health.

ST Category

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

No separate application fee is prescribed at the application stage. Online processing fee is Rs. 25.

Step 5

Pay Online Processing Fee

Complete payment of the prescribed Rs. 25 online processing fee through the available payment method.

PwD Candidates

Rs. 25 Processing Fee

The prescribed online processing fee at the application stage is Rs. 25 according to the applicable category conditions.

The notification states that registration is not presently required because a Veterinary Pharmacy Council is not currently available in Uttar Pradesh for the prescribed registration requirement.

Exam Duration

2 Hours

Candidates receive 120 minutes to complete the Main Written Examination.

Negative Marking

0.25 Marks

One fourth mark, equal to 0.25 marks, is deducted for every incorrect answer.

Recruitment Organization

UPSSSC

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission, Lucknow.

PET-2025 Score Based Shortlisting

First Stage

Candidates for the Main Examination will be shortlisted on the basis of their PET-2025 normalized score in category-wise merit order.

PET-2025 Shortlisting

Stage 1

Candidates are shortlisted for the Main Examination on the basis of PET-2025 normalized score and category-wise merit.

Veterinary Pharmacist Subject Knowledge

65 Questions / 65 Marks

Professional subject-related knowledge covering prescribed Veterinary Pharmacist subjects.

PET-2025 Score Card

Mandatory

Required for PET-based eligibility and Main Examination shortlisting.

Step 1

Visit the UPSSSC Website

Open the official Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission website and access the relevant recruitment application.

Shortlisting Limit

Up to 15 Times Vacancies

Candidates may be shortlisted for the Main Examination up to 15 times the number of advertised vacancies in the applicable category, including candidates having the same score as the last shortlisted candidate.

Main Written Examination

Stage 2

Shortlisted candidates will appear in the objective-type Main Written Examination.

Computer and Information Technology

15 Questions / 15 Marks

Questions relating to computer knowledge and information technology concepts.

Zero or Negative PET Score

Not Shortlisted

Candidates obtaining zero or negative marks in the applicable PET-2025 absolute or normalized score are not eligible for Main Examination shortlisting.

Document Verification

Stage 3

Candidates selected according to Main Examination merit must produce original certificates and documents for verification.

General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh

20 Questions / 20 Marks

Questions relating to general information and knowledge relevant to Uttar Pradesh.

Final Merit

Final Stage

Final selection is based on Main Written Examination performance and successful verification of eligibility and documents.

Identity Proof

Required for Verification

A valid identity document should be available for application and document verification purposes.

A separate Main Examination fee may be payable by candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination before downloading the Main Examination admit card. The amount is not specified in this advertisement.

Pay scale of Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300 according to the applicable Uttar Pradesh Government Pay Matrix.

How many vacancies are available in UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?

A total of 1308 Veterinary Pharmacist vacancies are advertised under Advertisement No. 18-Pariksha/2026.

When does the UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist online application start?

Online application, registration and processing fee submission start on 14 September 2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date for registration, processing fee payment and application submission is 05 October 2026.

What is the last date for application correction?

Fee reconciliation and permitted application corrections can be completed up to 12 October 2026.

Is UPSSSC PET-2025 required?

Yes. Candidates must have participated in PET-2025 and possess the required score card for PET-based Main Examination shortlisting.

What qualification is required for Veterinary Pharmacist?

Candidates require the prescribed High School and Intermediate qualification with Biology, a 2 Years 3 Months Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy and knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.

What is the age limit?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01 July 2026, with applicable upper age relaxation according to Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

What is the application fee?

There is no separate application fee at the application stage. The online processing fee is Rs. 25.

What is the salary of a UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist?

The post carries Pay Matrix Level 5 salary from Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300.

What is the exam pattern?

The Main Written Examination consists of 100 objective questions carrying 100 marks with a duration of 2 hours and negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.

How are candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination?

Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of PET-2025 normalized score and category-wise merit according to the recruitment conditions.

When will the Main Examination be conducted?

The Main Examination date has not been announced in the recruitment schedule and will be notified separately by UPSSSC.