The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has started the online application process for Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted for 1,308 Veterinary Pharmacist posts under the Animal Husbandry Directorate, Uttar Pradesh.
Online registration and fee payment began on September 14, 2026. Eligible candidates who appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 can submit their applications until October 5, 2026. The last date for fee adjustment and correction in the application form is October 12, 2026.
The recruitment notification was originally issued on August 14, 2026. Candidates planning to apply should carefully review the educational qualifications, PET requirements, and other eligibility criteria before completing the application.
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UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination 2026 |
| Commission | UPSSSC |
| Advertisement No. | 18-Exam/2026 |
| Department | Animal Husbandry Directorate, Uttar Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 1,308 |
| Application Start Date | September 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 5, 2026 |
| Correction/Fee Adjustment Deadline | October 12, 2026 |
| Eligibility Test | UPSSSC PET 2025 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300 |
Candidates can now complete the online application process for the Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination. The application window will remain available until October 5.
According to the notification, no new application or fee will be accepted after the October 5 deadline. However, candidates will have an additional period until October 12 to complete the prescribed fee adjustment procedures and make permitted corrections to their application details.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the final date, particularly because the application process is linked to their PET 2025 registration information.
Vacancy Details
UPSSSC has advertised 1,308 Veterinary Pharmacist posts under the Animal Husbandry Directorate.
The category-wise vacancy distribution mentioned in the notification is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 576 |
| Scheduled Caste | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 6 |
| Other Backward Classes | 359 |
| EWS | 130 |
| Total | 1,308 |
The notification also provides for horizontal reservation in accordance with applicable Uttar Pradesh government rules. These include reservations for eligible women, ex-servicemen, persons with disabilities, and outstanding sportspersons, wherever applicable.
PET 2025 Score Required for Main Examination
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and have been issued a valid PET 2025 scorecard are eligible to apply for the Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination.
Shortlisting for the main examination will be based on candidates’ normalized PET 2025 scores and merit.
The notification further states that candidates having an absolute score or normalized score of zero or below in PET 2025 will not be shortlisted for the main examination.
Candidates whose PET results have been marked as provisional or under investigation may be permitted to apply, subject to the conditions and final decision of the Commission.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill the prescribed educational qualification under the Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025.
Applicants should have passed High School and the Intermediate Examination with Biology from the Uttar Pradesh Board of High School and Intermediate Education or an equivalent examination recognized by the government.
They must also possess a diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy of two years and three months from a university or institution established by law in India.
Knowledge of Hindi written in the Devanagari script is also required.
The notification additionally mentions preferential qualifications for candidates who have served for at least two years in the Territorial Army or obtained a National Cadet Corps ‘B’ certificate.
Veterinary Pharmacy Registration Requirement Clarified
An important clarification in the advertisement concerns Veterinary Pharmacy Council registration.
The notification refers to a communication dated May 20, 2026, stating that there is currently no Veterinary Pharmacy Council in Uttar Pradesh to register Veterinary Pharmacists. Therefore, registration with such a council is presently not required under the specified condition.
Candidates should nevertheless follow any subsequent clarification issued by UPSSSC or the department during the recruitment process.
Age Limit
Candidates should generally be between 18 and 40 years of age, as prescribed by the recruitment rules.
Relaxation in the upper age limit will be available to eligible candidates belonging to reserved categories and other eligible groups in accordance with Uttar Pradesh government rules.
Applicants should carefully check the detailed age-relaxation provisions applicable to their category before submitting the application.
Salary and Pay Level
Candidates selected as Veterinary Pharmacists will be appointed under Pay Level 5.
The notification specifies a pay scale ranging from Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300.
Appointments may be made against permanent and temporary vacancies included in the recruitment process.
Application Fee
UPSSSC will charge only an online processing fee at the application stage for the Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026. The application fee itself is Rs. 0 for the listed categories, while the online processing fee is Rs. 25.
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 25 |
| Other Backward Classes | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 25 |
| Scheduled Caste | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 25 |
| Scheduled Tribe | Rs. 0 | Rs. 25 | Rs. 25 |
Candidates belonging to the categories of dependents of freedom fighters, ex-servicemen, women, persons with disabilities, and outstanding sportspersons will pay the fee applicable to their respective original category.
Candidates should also note that the examination fee for the Main Examination will be charged separately only to candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination. Shortlisted candidates must pay the prescribed Main Examination fee before downloading their Main Examination admit card.
Application Correction Facility
Candidates should check the application carefully before final submission.
Certain application details can be corrected during the permitted correction period. The final deadline for fee adjustment and correction is October 12, 2026.
The notification makes it clear that candidates should complete the required correction process within this period because requests received after the deadline may not be accepted.
Exam Pattern
The selection process includes a written main examination.
The examination will contain 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates will receive two hours to complete the paper.
There will be negative marking. For every incorrect answer, 25 percent of the marks allotted to that question, equivalent to one-fourth mark, will be deducted.
The paper is divided broadly into three parts:
| Part | Subject Area | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Veterinary Pharmacy and related subjects | 65 | 65 |
| Part 2 | Computer, IT, and contemporary technological developments | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General information related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The date of the main examination has not been announced in this advertisement. UPSSSC will communicate the examination schedule separately.
How to Apply for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC online application portal.
- Open the application link for Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026.
- Log in using the required PET 2025 registration details and the available authentication method.
- Check the personal and other details fetched from the PET 2025 application record.
- Complete the remaining information required in the Veterinary Pharmacist application form.
- Enter or verify educational qualification, category, reservation, and other applicable details.
- Upload or confirm the required documents and candidate information as instructed in the application process.
- Review the complete application form carefully before proceeding further.
- Pay the prescribed application or processing fee through the available online payment option.
- Complete the final submission of the application form.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.
- If any permitted correction is required, complete it within the correction and fee adjustment deadline of October 12, 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | September 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | October 5, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | October 5, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment | October 12, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | October 12, 2026 |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced separately |
Candidates should complete the application and initial fee payment by October 5, 2026. The period up to October 12, 2026, is meant for permitted corrections and fee adjustments, not for submitting a fresh application.
