UKPSC Veterinary Officer (Pashu Chikitsa Adhikari) Vacancy 2026: Eligibility, Exam Pattern and Last Date
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has invited online applications for 25 Veterinary Officer (Pashu Chikitsa Adhikari) posts in the state Animal Husbandry Department. This is a Group ‘B’ Gazetted post on Pay Level-10, ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500, and the merit list is built from a written examination. If you are a veterinary graduate hunting for government jobs in Uttarakhand, very few notifications ask for exactly your degree the way this one does. Advertisement A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 carries 20 general recruitment posts and 5 special (backlog) posts.
The application window is open from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 (up to 11:59:59 PM), and there is a separate correction window later if you make a mistake. But please read the eligibility part slowly — this recruitment has two gates, not one, and the second gate stops a lot of good candidates. In this article we have put the vacancy split, the eligibility, the age rules, the full exam pattern, the fee and the conditions that can cancel your form, all in one place. Keep GovtJobsAlert.in open while you fill the form.
What are the Key Highlights of UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC), Haridwar |
| Advertisement Number | A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Officer (Pashu Chikitsa Adhikari) |
| Department | Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Uttarakhand |
| Total Vacancies | 25 (20 general + 5 special backlog) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-10, ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Post Status | Group ‘B’ Gazetted, temporary, contributory pension scheme |
| Job Location | Uttarakhand |
| Application Window | 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 |
| Selection | Merit list from the written examination (objective type) |
What is the Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
The 25 posts come from two separate lists — a general recruitment list of 20 and a special (backlog) list of 5. Look at the row for your own category, because the special list is not open to everyone.
| Recruitment Type | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| General Recruitment | Unreserved | 13 |
| General Recruitment | Scheduled Caste | 2 |
| General Recruitment | Scheduled Tribe | 0 |
| General Recruitment | Other Backward Class | 3 |
| General Recruitment | Economically Weaker Section | 2 |
| General Recruitment | All categories combined | 20 |
| Special Recruitment (Backlog) | Scheduled Caste | 1 |
| Special Recruitment (Backlog) | Divyang / PwBD against Unreserved (02 LV/PB + 02 HH/PD) | 4 |
| Special Recruitment (Backlog) | All categories combined | 5 |
| Grand Total | All categories | 25 |
There is no Scheduled Tribe seat in the general recruitment list. The horizontal (sub-category) seats below are counted inside the 20 general recruitment posts — they are not extra posts.
| Horizontal Sub-Category | Seats within the 20 General Posts |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand Women (30%) | 6 (Unreserved 4, SC 1, OBC 1) |
| Uttarakhand State Movement agitators or their dependents (10%) | 2 (Unreserved) |
| Uttarakhand Ex-servicemen (5%) | 1 (Unreserved) |
| Orphan children of Uttarakhand (5%) | 1 (Unreserved) |
| Dependents of Uttarakhand freedom fighters (2%) | 0 |
| Skilled sportspersons of Uttarakhand (4%) | 0 |
| Divyang / PwBD (4%) in general recruitment | 0 |
Reservation — both vertical and horizontal — is given only to candidates who are domiciles of Uttarakhand. If you belong to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or to any sub-category such as women, ex-servicemen, orphan children or Divyang but you are not a domicile of Uttarakhand, you will be treated as an unreserved candidate. That means the general cut-off, the general fee and no age relaxation. This single rule decides whether this notification is worth your time, so settle it before you pay.
What is the Eligibility Criteria for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential degree | Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) from a university established by law in India and recognised by the Veterinary Council of India, or an equivalent degree from an institution recognised by the Government, or any veterinary qualification defined in Section 2(c) of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984 |
| Accepted equivalent degrees (15 in all) | B.V.Sc.; B.Sc. (Vety.); Graduate in Veterinary Science; Graduate in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry; Graduate of Bengal Veterinary College; Graduate of Bihar Veterinary College; Graduate of Mumbai Veterinary College; Graduate of Madras Veterinary College; Graduate of the Madras Veterinary Mahavidyalaya; M.R.C.V.S.; B.V. Med.; B.V.M.; DVM; B.Sc. (Veterinary); B.V.A.Sc. |
| Mandatory registration | The candidate must be duly registered with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council |
| Preferential qualification | Other things being equal, preference goes to a PG degree / diploma or higher qualification in Veterinary Science, or two years of Territorial Army service, or an NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ certificate |
| Qualification cut-off | You must already hold the qualification on 14 September 2026; the date is taken from the marksheet issuing date or the result declaration date |
| Nationality | Indian citizen, or a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 01 January 1962, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania to settle permanently in India, subject to an eligibility certificate |
That second row is the one to pause on. Holding a veterinary degree is not enough here — registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council is a separate, compulsory condition, and the registration certificate is asked for at document verification. Many perfectly good vets from other states apply, clear the paper, and then cannot produce this certificate. If you are a healthcare or veterinary graduate planning to apply, start the Council registration now rather than after the result.
What is the Age Limit for UKPSC Pashu Chikitsa Adhikari 2026?
| Criterion | Age Rule / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Age reckoning date | Calculated as on 01 July 2026 |
| Date of birth must be | After 01 July 2005 and not before 02 July 1984 |
| Minimum age (all candidates) | 21 years |
| Unreserved | 42 years |
| Uttarakhand SC, ST and OBC | 5 years relaxation |
| Dependents of Uttarakhand freedom fighters | 5 years relaxation |
| Uttarakhand Divyang (PwBD) | 5 years relaxation |
| Uttarakhand Ex-servicemen | Up to 5 years, based on length of service |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | No age relaxation |
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Two catches here. First, no age relaxation of any kind is admissible under the EWS category — EWS candidates get the fee and the seats, but not extra years. Second, if you claim more than one sub-category you get the benefit of only one, whichever suits you better. Ex-servicemen released within the next six months can also claim relaxation, but it is not available to anyone dismissed for misconduct or inefficiency, or released for a physical disability treated as a demerit in army service.
What is the Salary for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-10 (7th Pay Matrix) |
| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Post Category | Group ‘B’ Gazetted |
| Nature of Post | Temporary |
| Pension | Contributory pension scheme |
Starting basic pay is ₹56,100 per month, on top of which the allowances admissible to Uttarakhand government employees are paid as per state rules.
For a first government posting after a veterinary degree, Level-10 with gazetted status is a strong entry point.
What is the Selection Process for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written examination | Objective type with multiple choice, three papers, 800 marks, at examination centres in Haridwar and Haldwani (only Haridwar if the number of candidates is low) |
| Merit / proficiency list | Prepared only from the marks of the written examination, subject to the minimum qualifying marks of your claimed category |
| Document verification | Scrutiny of educational, reservation and other certificates for provisionally successful candidates |
| Medical fitness | For a gazetted post you must pass the examination of the Medical Council; appointment is subject to physical and mental fitness |
| Paper | Questions / Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I: General Studies (80 Q / 160 marks) + General Hindi (20 Q / 40 marks) | 100 / 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper-II: Veterinary Science (Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan) | 150 / 300 | 3 hours |
| Paper-III: Animal Science (Pashu Vigyan) | 150 / 300 | 3 hours |
| All three papers | 400 / 800 | — |
Negative marking applies: one-fourth (1/4) of the marks of a question is deducted for every wrong answer. Marking more than one option counts as a wrong answer even if one of them is correct, and there is no penalty for a question you leave blank. Paper-I leans heavily on Uttarakhand history, culture, geography and current affairs, so build that section from state sources rather than generic notes — our exam syllabus and pattern guides can help you plan the order.
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Unreserved and related sub-category | 45% |
| Other Backward Class and related sub-category | 40% |
| Economically Weaker Section and related sub-category | 40% |
| Scheduled Caste and related sub-category | 35% |
| Uttarakhand Ex-servicemen | 35% |
| Uttarakhand Divyang (PwBD) | 30% |
Uttarakhand women, orphan and affected children, and identified state movement agitators or their dependents must score the minimum qualifying marks of their own original vertical category, not a lower one.
What are the Important Dates for UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published / online application starts | 25 August 2026 |
| Last date to submit the online application | 14 September 2026 (up to 11:59:59 PM) |
| Last date to deposit the application fee | 14 September 2026 (up to 11:59:59 PM) |
| Application correction (Edit) window | 22 September 2026 to 01 October 2026 (up to 11:59:59 PM) |
| Age reckoning date | 01 July 2026 |
| Admit card release | To be announced on the Commission website |
| Written examination date | To be announced on the Commission website and in newspapers |
What Conditions Can Cancel Your UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026 Application?
These are the lines candidates skip. Each one can end your candidature.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Domicile and reservation | Vertical and horizontal reservation is admissible only to Uttarakhand domiciles; everyone else is treated as unreserved |
| Council registration | Without registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council you are not eligible for this post |
| Qualification not proved | If the required qualifications are not confirmed as per the advertisement, you will be placed in the ineligible candidates’ category |
| Fake certificates | Applying on fake educational, age or reservation certificates can get you debarred from all future Commission examinations for up to 05 years, with a criminal case under the Uttarakhand anti-unfair-means Act, 2023 |
| More than one form | Do not submit more than one application for this post, otherwise all such applications will be cancelled |
| Only one sub-category | If you claim more than one sub-category, you get the benefit of only one — whichever is more advantageous |
| Marital status | A male candidate with more than one living wife, or a female candidate with more than one living husband, is not eligible for appointment |
| Fee is non-refundable | The fee is not refunded in any circumstance, including a cancelled and re-submitted application |
| Certificate validity | Certificates for SC, ST, OBC and EWS must be issued for the services of the State of Uttarakhand and be valid up to 14 September 2026; the OBC certificate is valid 3 years from issue, and the EWS certificate must be based on FY 2025-2026 income |
| Disability sub-categories | Only OA, OL, LV/PB, HH/PD, DW and AAV/AV candidates may apply against the identified posts; applications from other disability sub-categories will not be accepted, and a minimum 40% disability is mandatory |
| Vacancy count | The number of vacancies may increase or decrease |
| Reservation must be claimed in the form | Every category and sub-category you hold has to be entered in the online application. If you do not claim reservation in the form, the benefit will never be allowed to you later |
| Incomplete application | An incomplete application will not be accepted in any situation and your candidature is treated as cancelled automatically |
| Late fee payment | If the fee is deposited after the prescribed last date, your application will not be acceptable and will be treated as cancelled |
| Admit card | Admit cards will not be sent by post — download them from the Commission website using your registration number and date of birth |
| NOC | If you are already serving in a Central/State Government or public undertaking, a No Objection Certificate from your employer is required at verification |
| Own scribe (Divyang candidates) | If you bring your own scribe and his qualification is later found to be other than declared, or beyond your own qualification, you forfeit your right to the post and all claims relating to it; candidates asking the Commission for a scribe are always allotted a Haridwar centre |
What is the Application Fee for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
| Category | Total Fee Payable |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹166.36 (₹150 + ₹16.36 processing) |
| Uttarakhand Other Backward Class | ₹166.36 (₹150 + ₹16.36 processing) |
| Uttarakhand Economically Weaker Section | ₹166.36 (₹150 + ₹16.36 processing) |
| Uttarakhand Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | ₹76.36 (₹60 + ₹16.36 processing) |
| Divyang (PwBD) | ₹16.36 (processing fee only) |
| Orphan children of Uttarakhand | Fully exempted — no fee at all |
| Fee Rule | Detail |
|---|---|
| Accepted payment modes | Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI only — no other mode is allowed |
| If you claim a horizontal sub-category | You pay the fee of your own vertical category |
| Answer-key objection fee | ₹50 per question, non-refundable, on the provisional answer key |
| Question-structure objections (first round) | Free of cost |
How to Apply Online for UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the UKPSC application portal (direct link in Essential Links below) and read the full advertisement |
| 2 | Click “How to Apply”, check the advertisement details and instructions, then click “Apply Now” |
| 3 | Complete the Registration form, create a login password, verify your basic information and submit |
| 4 | Log in with the credentials sent to your registered mobile and email |
| 5 | Fill the Educational Details page — add High School, Intermediate, graduation and other qualifications one by one |
| 6 | Upload your photograph and signature exactly as per the displayed specifications |
| 7 | Check the filled form on screen, tick the declaration and click Proceed |
| 8 | Click “Pay Now”, pay the fee online, then take a printout of the submitted application |
Keep your High School certificate, B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree and Uttarakhand Veterinary Council registration certificate ready before you start — those are the documents whose absence forfeits your claim later. Under Qualification Details, enter the marksheet issuing date in the Result Declaration Date column. Your mobile number cannot be changed after registration, so enter one you will keep using. Nothing has to be posted to the Commission office now; you carry the self-attested copies when they are called for.
Essential Links for UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply Online for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit UKPSC Official Website |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs |
| Uttarakhand Telegram | Join Telegram for Uttarakhand Govt Jobs |
If you hold a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree, you are between 21 and 42 years old, and your name is on the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council register, there is honestly no reason to wait. Twenty-five gazetted posts decided purely on written marks is a clean, merit-only chance. Get your form in well before 14 September 2026 rather than on the last evening, because state portals slow down badly in the final hours. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Uttarakhand government job notifications and exam updates.