The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has officially announced the recruitment for 25 Veterinary Officer positions within the Uttarakhand Animal Husbandry Department. This is a prestigious Group B Gazetted opportunity for qualified professionals in the veterinary field. With a robust pay scale and career stability, candidates are encouraged to review the recruitment criteria and submit their applications through the official portal.
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Post Name | Veterinary Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Job Type | Group B Gazetted |
| Application Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 September 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution
| Category | General Recruitment | Special Recruitment |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 13 | 4 |
| SC | 2 | 1 |
| OBC | 3 | 0 |
| EWS | 2 | 0 |
| Total | 20 | 5 |
Eligibility and Salary Details
Candidates must possess a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree and hold a valid registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council. The age limit is set between 21 to 42 years as of 1 July 2026. Successful appointees will be placed in Pay Level 10, with a monthly salary range of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500.
Steps To Apply Online
- Visit the official UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026- Apply Now portal.
- Navigate to the “How to Apply” section and select “Apply Now”.
- Provide the required registration details to generate your credentials.
- Login to the dashboard to enter your comprehensive personal and educational information.
- Upload your photograph and signature following the prescribed technical guidelines.
- Complete the application fee payment via the integrated online payment gateway.
- Thoroughly review all entries for accuracy before clicking "Final Submit".
- Download and print your submitted application form for future reference.
Photo & Signature Upload Guidelines
- Photograph: Recent passport-size, light/white background, clearly showing face, eyes, and ears (JPG/JPEG, 20–50 KB, 3.5 × 4.5 cm).
- Signature: Use dark blue or black ink on plain white paper (JPG/JPEG, 10–20 KB, 6.0 × 3.0 cm). No block capital letters allowed.
Examination Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies & Hindi | 100 | 200 |
| Paper II | Veterinary Sciences | 150 | 300 |
| Paper III | Animal Sciences | 150 | 300 |
The examination spans 8 hours in total. Please note there is a 1/4th negative marking penalty for incorrect responses.