The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC), Haridwar, has released Advertisement No. A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 inviting online applications for 25 posts of Veterinary Officer (Group B, Gazetted, Temporary, Contributory Pension) under the Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Uttarakhand. Online applications are open from 25 August 2026 and the last date to apply and pay the application fee is 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM. The post carries Pay Level-10 (Rs. 56,100-1,77,500). Of the 25 posts, 20 are under General Recruitment and 5 are under Special Recruitment or Backlog. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc and A.H.) and registered with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council can apply. Selection is through an Objective Type written examination of three papers totalling 800 marks, with negative marking. The exam will be held at centres in Haridwar and Haldwani.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Four things that decide whether your application is processed correctly. First, Uttarakhand domicile is not mandatory for eligibility, but most horizontal reservation benefits – Women (30%), Ex-servicemen (5%), Sportspersons (4%), Dependents of Freedom Fighters (2%), Orphan Children (5%), State Movement Affected (10%) and Divyang (4%) – are available only to permanent residents of Uttarakhand; candidates from outside Uttarakhand are not entitled to these sub-categories even if they meet the category condition. Second, registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council is mandatory – a B.V.Sc and A.H. degree alone does not satisfy the eligibility condition; you must hold a valid Uttarakhand Veterinary Council registration on or before the last date. Third, a one-time correction window exists from 22 September 2026 to 1 October 2026 – but mobile number and email ID cannot be edited after registration, so enter these correctly in the first instance. Fourth, the exam has negative marking of one-fourth per wrong answer across all three papers including Paper I (General Studies and Hindi), which many candidates under-prepare for; Paper I carries 200 marks.
UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC), Haridwar |
| Advertisement No. | A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Officer |
| Department | Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Uttarakhand |
| Post Nature | Group B, Gazetted, Temporary, Contributory Pension |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Pay Level | Level-10, Rs. 56,100-1,77,500 |
| Application Mode | Online – psc.uk.gov.in or ukpsc.net.in |
| Application Start Date | 25 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM |
| Correction Window | 22 September 2026 to 1 October 2026 at 11:59:59 PM |
| Exam Centres | Haridwar and Haldwani |
| Official Website | psc.uk.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application opens | 25 August 2026 |
| Application last date | 14 September 2026, 11:59:59 PM |
| Fee payment last date | 14 September 2026, 11:59:59 PM |
| Application correction window | 22 September 2026 to 1 October 2026, 11:59:59 PM |
| Written examination date | Not specified in the notification |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Recruitment Type | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Officer | General Recruitment | 20 |
| Veterinary Officer | Special Recruitment (Backlog) | 5 |
| Total | 25 |
Horizontal reservation applicable to permanent residents of Uttarakhand: Women – 30%, Ex-servicemen – 5%, Skilled Sportspersons – 4%, Dependents of Freedom Fighters – 2%, Orphan Children – 5%, State Movement Affected Persons or Dependents – 10%, Divyang (PwD) – 4%. All horizontal reservation claims must be made in the online application form; they will not be considered if not claimed.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc and A.H.) from a university established by law and recognised by the Veterinary Council of India; or an equivalent degree from a government-recognised institution; or any other veterinary qualification as defined under Section 2(f) of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984 (as amended).
- Must be duly registered with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council.
- Eligibility for educational qualification is determined by the Marksheet Issuing Date or Result Declaration Date only.
Preferential Qualifications (additional merit, not mandatory):
- Postgraduate degree, diploma or higher qualification in Veterinary Science (M.V.Sc in Surgery, Gynaecology, Medicine, Pathology, Public Health or related specialisation).
- Minimum two years of service in the Territorial Army.
- B or C Certificate of the National Cadet Corps (NCC).
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 42 years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Born Not Before | 2 July 1984 |
| Born Not After | 1 July 2005 |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand SC/ST/OBC | 5 years |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters (Uttarakhand) | 5 years |
| Divyang/PwD (Uttarakhand) – Group B posts | 5 years |
| Ex-servicemen (Uttarakhand) | Up to 5 years based on service rendered |
| EWS Category | No age relaxation |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee (incl. Tax) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | Rs. 150 | Rs. 16.36 | Rs. 166.36 |
| Uttarakhand OBC | Rs. 150 | Rs. 16.36 | Rs. 166.36 |
| Uttarakhand EWS | Rs. 150 | Rs. 16.36 | Rs. 166.36 |
| Uttarakhand SC/ST | Rs. 60 | Rs. 16.36 | Rs. 76.36 |
| PwD/Divyang | Nil | Rs. 16.36 | Rs. 16.36 |
| Uttarakhand Orphan Children | Nil | Nil | Nil |
Fee is non-refundable. Payment mode: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI. Fee paid after 14 September 2026 will not be accepted.
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level-10 with pay of Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month, plus admissible allowances as per Uttarakhand Government norms.
Selection Process
Selection is based on an Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) written examination. A merit list is prepared from the written exam marks.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Maximum Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies and General Hindi | 100 | 200 | 2 hours |
| Paper II | Veterinary Science | 150 | 300 | 3 hours |
| Paper III | Animal Science | 150 | 300 | 3 hours |
| Total | 400 | 800 |
Negative Marking: One-fourth (0.25) marks deducted per wrong answer and for questions with multiple responses marked. No deduction for unattempted questions.
Calculators or electronic calculation devices are not permitted in the examination hall.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| Unreserved and related sub-categories | 45% |
| OBC and related sub-categories | 40% |
| EWS and related sub-categories | 40% |
| SC and related sub-categories | 35% |
| Uttarakhand Ex-servicemen | 35% |
| Divyang/PwD (Uttarakhand) | 30% |
Exam centres will be in Haridwar and Haldwani. If the number of candidates is low, UKPSC may conduct the examination only at Haridwar centres.
How to Apply
- Visit the UKPSC website – the direct application link is in the Important Links table below.
- Click on “How to Apply” or navigate to the active recruitment section, then click “Apply Now” against Advertisement No. A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026.
- Complete the Registration Form with accurate personal details including Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number and Email ID. Enter mobile number and email ID carefully – these cannot be edited after registration.
- After registration, log in and fill in educational details including High School, Intermediate, Graduation (B.V.Sc and A.H.) and postgraduate qualification (if applicable), and Uttarakhand Veterinary Council registration details.
- Upload photograph and signature as per the specified format and size.
- Claim all applicable vertical and horizontal reservation categories that apply to you. Reservation benefits will not be given if not claimed in the form.
- Review all entries carefully, tick the declaration and click Proceed.
- Pay the applicable fee via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI before 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM.
- Download and save the submitted application form PDF.
- Do not wait until the last date; apply well in advance to avoid technical delays.
Important Instructions
- Do not wait until the last date. Submit well in advance.
- Mobile number and email ID cannot be changed after registration. Enter correctly the first time.
- All category and sub-category claims for reservation must be marked in the online form. Benefits not claimed will not be given.
- All eligibility certificates including Uttarakhand Veterinary Council registration must be held on or before the last date of application.
- The correction window (22 September to 1 October 2026) allows one edit only, except for mobile number and email ID.
- Admit cards will be available for download from the UKPSC website only. No admit card will be sent by post.
- Date of birth will be considered only as per the High School certificate.
- Mere issuance of an admit card does not confirm final candidature; eligibility remains provisional until document verification.
- Candidates using unfair means or submitting false information may be debarred from UKPSC examinations for up to 5 years.
- For technical issues during the application process, contact the helpline email published on the UKPSC website.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – UKPSC Candidate Corner | Click Here |
| UKPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are notified under UKPSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
✅ 25 posts of Veterinary Officer – 20 under General Recruitment and 5 under Special Recruitment (Backlog) – under the Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Uttarakhand, against Advertisement No. A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UKPSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
✅ 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM for both the online application and the application fee payment. Do not wait until the last date.
Q3. What is the essential qualification for UKPSC Veterinary Officer?
✅ B.V.Sc and A.H. degree from a VCI-recognised university, plus valid registration with the Uttarakhand Veterinary Council. A veterinary degree without Uttarakhand Veterinary Council registration does not satisfy the eligibility condition.
Q4. What is the pay scale for UKPSC Veterinary Officer?
✅ Pay Level-10, Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month, plus allowances as per Uttarakhand Government norms. The post is Group B, Gazetted, Temporary, Contributory Pension in nature.
Q5. What is the selection process?
✅ An Objective Type (MCQ) written examination of three papers totalling 800 marks – Paper I General Studies and Hindi (200 marks, 2 hours), Paper II Veterinary Science (300 marks, 3 hours) and Paper III Animal Science (300 marks, 3 hours). Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer applies throughout.
Q6. What is the age limit for UKPSC Veterinary Officer?
✅ 21 to 42 years as on 1 July 2026 – born between 2 July 1984 and 1 July 2005. Age relaxation of 5 years for Uttarakhand SC/ST/OBC, Dependents of Freedom Fighters and Divyang candidates, and up to 5 years for Uttarakhand Ex-servicemen.
Q7. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 166.36 for UR, OBC and EWS candidates; Rs. 76.36 for SC/ST; Rs. 16.36 for PwD; and no fee for Uttarakhand Orphan Children. All fees include processing charges with GST and are non-refundable.
Q8. Where will the examination be held?
✅ At centres in Haridwar and Haldwani. If candidate numbers are low, UKPSC may conduct the examination only at Haridwar centres. The exam date has not been specified in the notification.
Q9. Is there a correction window in UKPSC Veterinary Officer application?
✅ Yes. One correction opportunity is available from 22 September 2026 to 1 October 2026 at 11:59:59 PM, but mobile number and email ID cannot be edited at any stage after registration. All other fields can be corrected once within this window.
Q10. Are candidates from outside Uttarakhand eligible to apply?
✅ Yes, for the general merit posts. The educational and age eligibility conditions are not domicile-restricted. However, horizontal reservation benefits – Women, Ex-servicemen, Sportspersons, Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Orphan Children, State Movement Affected and Divyang sub-categories – are available only to permanent residents of Uttarakhand.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. A-2/DR(VO)/S-1/2026 released by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC), Haridwar, for 25 posts of Veterinary Officer under the Animal Husbandry Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The post is Group B, Gazetted, Temporary, Contributory Pension in nature at Pay Level-10 (Rs. 56,100-1,77,500). Online applications are open from 25 August 2026 to 14 September 2026 at 11:59:59 PM. Vacancy count may change. Horizontal reservation applies only to permanent residents of Uttarakhand. Candidates must verify all details from the official notification on the UKPSC website at psc.uk.gov.in. JobShouter.com is not associated with the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) in any manner.
