Comprehensive Overview & Notification Background
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially issued a recruitment advertisement for the Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18. This drive aims to recruit qualified personnel for 1,308 posts of Veterinary Pharmacist within the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
This is a premier opportunity for medical and veterinary diploma holders across Uttar Pradesh who have participated in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025). Candidates possessing a valid PET 2025 scorecard are invited to register online via the official portal at upsssc.gov.in starting from 14 September 2026. The deadline to submit applications online and pay processing fees is set for 05 October 2026.
Vacancies Breakdown & Educational Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet both educational and PET cutoff eligibility before submitting their applications for this main examination.
Vacancy Distribution
- Post Name: Veterinary Pharmacist
- Department: Directorate of Animal Husbandry, UP
- Total Vacancies: 1,308 Posts
Educational & Mandatory Qualifications
- PET Qualification: Candidates must have appeared in the UPSSSC PET 2025 examination and possess a valid scorecard with positive (non-zero) marks.
- Basic Education: Must have passed Intermediate (10+2) with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics) from a recognized Board or University.
- Technical Qualification: Must possess a recognized Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy or equivalent qualification registered with the designated state council/authority.
Age Limit, Age Relaxation Rules, & Reservation Policy
Applicants must satisfy the specified age parameters calculated as on the benchmark date of 1st July 2026.
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxation: Standard upper age relaxation is extended to candidates belonging to reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD) domiciled in Uttar Pradesh as per existing government orders.
Pay Scale, Salary Structure, Allowance, & Perks
The post of Veterinary Pharmacist carries a lucrative pay scale under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations adopted by the Uttar Pradesh Government.
- Pay Level: Level 5
- Pay Scale: Rs. 29,200 - 92,300/-
- Grade Pay: Grade Pay 2800/-
- Allowances: In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowances, and pension benefits under applicable state rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist consists of the following phases:
- Shortlisting via PET 2025: Applicants will be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on their normalized scores in the PET 2025.
- Main Written Examination: An objective-type written test assessing subject domain knowledge, general state awareness, and basic computer fundamentals.
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates who secure the cutoff marks in the written test will be called for document verification to validate their age, qualifications, and reservation certificates.
- Final Merit List: Published based on marks scored in the Main Written Examination subject to document validation.
Detailed Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
The written examination will consist of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). A negative marking scheme of 1/4th (25%) mark deduction per wrong answer will apply.
| S.No. | Subject Area | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Pharmacy & Subject Knowledge | 65 | 65 |
| 2 | General Knowledge & UP Special Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| 3 | Computer & Information Technology Concepts | 15 | 15 |
| Total | Overall Summary | 100 | 100 Marks |
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Fill the Online Application Form
Eligible candidates can complete their online application process by following these steps:
- Visit the official portal of UPSSSC at upsssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Applicant Segment and click on 'Live Advertisements'.
- Select the advertisement for Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18.
- Log in using either Personal Details or PET 2025 Registration Number along with OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.
- Verify predefined details pulled from PET 2025 data and enter required academic details for Veterinary Pharmacist.
- Upload required supporting documents, photograph, and signature if required.
- Pay the nominal application processing fee of Rs. 25 using Net Banking, UPI, or Debit/Credit Cards.
- Review the filled application form thoroughly and submit it.
- Download and print a copy of the final application confirmation page for future reference.
Important Guidelines & Documents Required for Verification
- Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard.
- Class 10th (High School) Certificate & Marksheet for age verification.
- Class 12th (Intermediate Science) Certificate & Marksheet.
- Diploma Certificate in Veterinary Pharmacy.
- Category/Caste Certificate (for OBC, SC, ST, EWS candidates seeking relaxation/reservation).
- UP Domicile Certificate.
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Driving License).