The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has announced recruitment for the post of Veterinary Officer under the Animal Husbandry Department. A total of 25 vacancies are available (20 General Recruitment, 5 Special Recruitment/Backlog) and online applications are being accepted from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026. Candidates possessing a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry and meeting the age criteria can apply through the official UKPSC portal.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Post Name |
Veterinary Officer |
| Total Vacancies |
25 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Start Date |
25 August 2026 |
| Last Date |
14 September 2026 (11:59:59 PM) |
| Official Website |
psc.uk.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
| Organization |
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Post Name |
Veterinary Officer |
| Advertisement No. |
A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 |
| Job Location |
Uttarakhand |
| Post Nature |
Group ‘B’, Gazetted, Temporary, Contributory Pension |
| Pay Level |
Level‑10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Selection Process |
Written Examination (Objective Type) |
Vacancy Details
| S. No. |
Post Name |
No. of Posts |
| 1 |
Veterinary Officer (General Recruitment) |
20 |
| 2 |
Veterinary Officer (Special Recruitment/Backlog) |
5 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- A Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) from a university recognized by the Veterinary Council of India, or an equivalent degree as defined under the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
- Candidate must be registered with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.
- Preferential qualifications (optional): Post‑graduate degree/diploma in Veterinary Science, minimum two years service in the Territorial Army, or NCC ‘B’/‘C’ certificate.
Nationality
- Indian citizen, or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962, or person of Indian origin migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka or certain East African countries (with eligibility certificate).
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 42 years
- Reckoning date: 1 July 2026 (date of birth between 2 July 1984 and 1 July 2005).
Age Relaxation
| Uttarakhand SC/ST/OBC |
5 years |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters (Uttarakhand) |
5 years |
| Divyang (PwD) candidates of Uttarakhand (Group ‘B’ posts) |
5 years |
| Ex‑servicemen of Uttarakhand |
Up to 5 years (based on service period) |
| EWS Category |
No relaxation |
Pay Scale & Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level‑10 with a salary range of ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month, along with admissible allowances as per Uttarakhand Government norms.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee (₹) |
Processing Fee incl. Tax (₹) |
Total Fee (₹) |
| Unreserved (UR) |
150 |
16.36 |
166.36 |
| Uttarakhand OBC |
150 |
16.36 |
166.36 |
| Uttarakhand SC/ST |
60 |
16.36 |
76.36 |
| Uttarakhand EWS |
150 |
16.36 |
166.36 |
| Physically Divyang (PwD) |
No Fee |
16.36 |
16.36 |
| Uttarakhand Orphan Children |
No Fee |
No Fee |
No Fee |
The fee, once paid, is non‑refundable. Payments after 14 September 2026 will not be accepted.
Important Dates
| Notification Release / Online Application Start Date |
25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application |
14 September 2026 (11:59:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee |
14 September 2026 (11:59:59 PM) |
| Correction/Edit Window |
22 September 2026 to 1 October 2026 (11:59:59 PM) |
| Written Examination Date |
Not specified in the notification |
Selection Process
- Written Objective‑type Examination consisting of three papers:
- Paper I – General Studies & General Hindi (100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hrs)
- Paper II – Veterinary Science (150 questions, 300 marks, 3 hrs)
- Paper III – Animal Science (150 questions, 300 marks, 3 hrs)
- Total marks: 800. Negative marking: ¼ of the marks allotted to a question for each wrong answer.
- No marks deducted for unattempted questions; calculators are prohibited.
- Merit list prepared based on the written exam; candidates will be called for further stages as per the merit list.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UKPSC website: psc.uk.gov.in or ukpsc.net.in.
- Navigate to the “How to Apply” section, review the advertisement details and click “Apply Now”.
- Complete the registration form with accurate personal details and create a password. Submit to receive login credentials.
- Log in using the credentials and fill in educational details, including registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.
- Upload a recent passport‑size photograph and signature as per the specified format.
- Verify all entered information, tick the declaration box, and click “Proceed”.
- Pay the applicable application fee through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI by clicking “Pay Now”.
- After successful payment, click “Print Application” to download and save a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 14 September 2026 (11:59:59 PM).
- What educational qualification is required?
A Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) and registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.
- What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
The fee is ₹60 plus a processing fee of ₹16.36, totaling ₹76.36.
- How many papers are there in the written exam and what is the total marks?
There are three papers (General Studies & Hindi, Veterinary Science, Animal Science) with a combined total of 800 marks.
- Where can I download the admit card?
Admit cards will be available for download on the official UKPSC website (psc.uk.gov.in) using your registration number and date of birth.
