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UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has announced 25 Veterinary Officer vacancies under the Animal Husbandry Department. Eligible candidates with a B.V.Sc & A.H. degree and registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council can apply online from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026. The selection will be based on an objective-type written examination.

UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Key Details

UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

• Veterinary Officer – General Recruitment: 20 posts
• Veterinary Officer – Special Recruitment/Backlog: 5 posts
• Total: 25 posts
• The vacancy number may change according to the official recruitment requirements.
• Reservation will be applied according to the applicable Uttarakhand Government rules.
• Horizontal reservation benefits mentioned in the notification are available only to eligible permanent residents of Uttarakhand claiming the relevant category.

UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification

• Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H.) from a recognised institution.
• The degree must meet the recognition requirements given in the recruitment notification.
• Candidates must be registered with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.
• Other veterinary qualifications recognised under the applicable law may also be considered.
• The required qualification must be held within the prescribed date mentioned in the notification.
• Candidates should check their degree and registration status carefully before submitting the application.

Preferential Qualification

Candidates having any of the following may receive preference where applicable:

• A postgraduate degree, diploma or higher qualification in Veterinary Science.
• At least two years of service in the Territorial Army.
• ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate of NCC.

Age Limit

• Age relaxation is available for eligible categories according to the notification.
• Uttarakhand SC/ST/OBC candidates can get 5 years relaxation.
• Eligible Uttarakhand Divyang (PwD) candidates can get 5 years relaxation.
• Other specified categories, such as eligible Uttarakhand ex-servicemen and dependents of freedom fighters, may receive relaxation as prescribed.
• EWS candidates do not receive a separate age relaxation under the details provided.

Nationality

• The candidate should generally be a citizen of India.
• Certain other persons, such as eligible Tibetan refugees or persons of Indian origin who meet the conditions in the notification, may also be considered.
• Candidates should satisfy all nationality conditions before applying.

Application Fee

• Payment can be made online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI.
• The fee is non-refundable.
• Candidates should complete payment before the closing date.

Salary and Job Benefits

• The Veterinary Officer post is placed in Pay Level-10.
• Pay scale: ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500.
• Other admissible allowances will be provided according to applicable Uttarakhand Government rules.
• The post is described as Group ‘B’, Gazetted, Temporary, with Contributory Pension.

UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Process

• Selection will be based on an objective-type written examination.
• The examination has three papers.

• Negative marking: One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for an incorrect answer or multiple answers.
• No marks are deducted for an unattempted question.
• Calculators and other calculation devices are not permitted in the examination hall.
• Minimum qualifying marks vary by category, as prescribed in the notification.

How to Apply for the UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official UKPSC website.

• Open the recruitment/application section.
• Read the Veterinary Officer notification and instructions carefully.

• Complete the registration process.
• Enter personal, educational and other required details correctly.
• Upload the required photograph and signature.
• Check the complete application before final submission.
• Pay the applicable application fee online.
• Submit the application before 14 September 2026.
• Download and save the final application form for future use.

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Official Links

• Apply Online: UKPSC Recruitment Portal
• Official Website: UKPSC Official Website

FAQs

Q1. How many posts are available in UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?

UKPSC has announced 25 Veterinary Officer posts. 20 posts are under General Recruitment, and 5 posts are under Special Recruitment/Backlog.

Q2. What qualification is required for UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?

Candidates need a recognized B.V.Sc & A.H. degree or another qualification accepted under the recruitment rules. They must also have the required registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.

Q3. What is the age limit for UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 42 years. Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026.