MPSC Livestock Development Officer Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 2795 Vacancies!

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Mpsc livestock development officer recruitment 2025 notification for 2795 vacancies. Apply online now.

Introduction to MPSC Livestock Development Officer Recruitment 2025

The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) invites online applications for the recruitment of Livestock Development Officers (Pashudhan Vikas Adhikari) under the Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Service, Group-A. A total of 2795 vacancies have been announced. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from April 29, 2025, to May 19, 2025. This is a significant opportunity for veterinary graduates seeking a government job in Maharashtra.

Organization Details

  • Hiring Body: Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) 
  • Department: Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Department, Government of Maharashtra 
  • Post Name: Livestock Development Officer, Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Service, Group-A 
  • Total Posts: 2795 
  • Job Location: Maharashtra

MPSC Livestock Development Officer Vacancy Breakdown 2025

The MPSC has announced a total of 2795 vacancies for the Livestock Development Officer position. The distribution across various categories is as follows:

CategoryTotal Vacancies
Scheduled Caste (SC)376
Scheduled Tribe (ST)196
Vimukta Jati (A) (VJ-A)79
Nomadic Tribes (B) (NT-B)68
Nomadic Tribes (C) (NT-C)93
Nomadic Tribes (D) (NT-D)63
Other Backward Classes(OBC)535
Special Backward Class(SBC)54
Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC)280
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)282
Total Reserved2026
Unreserved (Open)769
Grand Total2795

MPSC Livestock Development Officer Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

  • Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen.
  • Educational Qualification:
    • Must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science or Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry from a recognized Indian University or Veterinary Institution included in the First or Second Schedule of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
    • Registration with the State Veterinary Council / Indian Veterinary Council under the Act of 1984 is mandatory. The registration number must be mentioned in the application form.
    • The educational qualification must be completed by the last date of application submission.
  • Age Limit (as of August 1, 2025):
    • Minimum Age: 18 years
    • Maximum Age:
      • Unreserved (Open): 38 years
      • Reserved Categories (SC/ST/VJ-A/NT-B/NT-C/NT-D/OBC/SBC/SEBC/EWS)/Orphan: 43 years
      • Meritorious Sportspersons: 43 years
      • Ex-Servicemen: Service Period + 3 years
      • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 45 years
    • Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per Maharashtra Government rules. Candidates claiming relaxation under multiple categories will be eligible for only one, whichever is maximum. Existing Maharashtra Government employees have no upper age limit.

Important Dates for MPSC LDO Recruitment 2025

Keep track of these crucial dates:

EventDate
Notification Release DateApril 25, 2025
Online Application Start DateApril 29, 2025 (from 2:00 PM)
Online Application End DateMay 19, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Last Date for Online Fee PaymentMay 19, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Last Date to Print Bank Challan (Offline)May 21, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment via ChallanMay 22, 2025 (during bank hours)
Screening Test/Exam Date (if applicable)To be announced later

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates for the post of MPSC Livestock Development Officer will be placed in the pay scale Level S-20: ₹ 56,100 – ₹ 1,77,500 plus admissible allowances as per rules.

Selection Process

The selection process for the MPSC Livestock Development Officer will typically involve the following stages:

  1. Screening Test (if required): If the number of applications received is large, the MPSC may conduct a screening test to shortlist candidates for the interview. The syllabus and details will be announced on the MPSC website.
  2. Interview: Candidates shortlisted (either directly based on eligibility or through a screening test) will be called for an interview. The interview carries significant weightage.
  3. Final Merit List: The final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the interview only (if no screening test is held) or based on the combined marks of the screening test and interview (if a screening test is held). Candidates need to score a minimum of 41% in the interview to be considered for recommendation.
  4. Document Verification: Candidates recommended for appointment will have to undergo document verification.

How to Apply Online for MPSC LDO Recruitment 2025

Candidates must apply online through the official MPSC portal. Follow these steps:

  1. Registration/Profile Creation: Visit the MPSC online application portal. If you are a new user, register and create your profile. Existing users should log in and update their profile if necessary.
  2. Check Eligibility: Once the profile is complete, check your eligibility for the “Livestock Development Officer, Maharashtra Animal Husbandry Service, Group-A” advertisement (Advt. No. 088/2025).
  3. Fill Application Form: Fill out the online application form carefully with all required details.
  4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required documents/certificates in PDF format (50 KB to 500 KB each). This includes proof of identity, age, educational qualification, veterinary council registration, caste certificate (if applicable), non-creamy layer certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate (for reservation claims), disability certificate (if applicable), sports certificate (if applicable), etc.
  5. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online or via bank challan.
  6. Submit Application: Review the application form and submit it before the deadline (May 19, 2025).
  7. Print Application: Take a printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.

Application Fees

The category-wise application fee is as follows:

  • Unreserved (Open): ₹ 394/-
  • Reserved Categories (SC/ST/OBC/SBC/EWS/SEBC/Orphan/PwD): ₹ 294/-
  • Note: Bank charges and applicable taxes are additional. The fee is non-refundable.

Official Notification & Apply Link

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