The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026 for recruitment to the post of Veterinary Pharmacist under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh, announcing a total of 1308 posts. The online application process opens on 14 September 2026 and closes on 5 October 2026. Here are the important dates, eligibility, fee, exam pattern, and how to apply.
| UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 |
| Advt. No. 18-Exam/2026 |
| Total Number of posts: 1308 |
Important Dates
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Notification Date
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14 August 2026
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Application Start Date
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14 September 2026
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Apply Online Last Date
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5 October 2026
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Fee Payment Last Date
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5 October 2026
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Correction Last Date
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12 October 2026
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Admit Card
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Before Exam
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Exam Date
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To be announced
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Result Date
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To be announced
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
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| Application Fee (All Categories) | ₹0 |
| Online Processing Fee (All Categories) | ₹25/- |
| Main Examination Fee | Payable separately by shortlisted candidates before downloading the admit card |
| Payment Mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan |
Age Limit & Total Post
| Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | Total Post |
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1308 Posts |
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Category-Wise Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
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| Unreserved (UR) | 576 |
| OBC | 359 |
| SC | 237 |
| EWS | 130 |
| ST | 6 |
| Total | 1308 |
Horizontal reservations within the overall vacancies include 26 posts for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), 65 for Ex-Servicemen, 261 for Women, and 26 for Outstanding Sportspersons.
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Eligibility 2026
| Post Name | Total | Eligibility |
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| UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Vacancy 2026 | 1308 |
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Preferential Qualification
Other things being equal, preference may be given to candidates who have either:
- Served at least two years in the Territorial Army, or
- Obtained an NCC ‘B’ Certificate
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Salary 2026
| Component | Details |
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| Pay Level | Level-5 |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month |
| Allowances | As applicable under UP Government norms |
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on normalized UPSSSC PET-2025 score, category-wise, up to approximately 15 times the advertised vacancies (including candidates tied at the final cut-off)
- Veterinary Pharmacist Main Written Examination
- Final appointment subject to fulfilment and verification of eligibility/document requirements
There is no interview in the selection process.
Main Examination Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions/Marks |
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| Part 1 | Veterinary Pharmacist subject knowledge | 65 |
| Part 2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The Main Examination consists of 100 objective questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 2 hours. There is a negative marking of ¼ mark for each incorrect answer.
How to Apply for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in
- Open Advertisement No. 18-Exam/2026 from the Live Advertisement section
- Log in through the applicant portal using your UPSSSC PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email
- Check the personal details, photograph and signature automatically retrieved from your PET-2025 record
- Enter the Veterinary Pharmacist educational qualification details
- Enter preferential qualification (Territorial Army/NCC ‘B’ Certificate) and other requested information
- Pay the ₹25 online processing fee
- Complete final submission after successful fee reconciliation
- Download and print the submitted application form for your records
Important Links
| Apply Online | Available from 14 September 2026 | ||
| Official Website | Click Here | ||
| UPSSSC PET 2026 Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Last Date | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many posts are available in UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026?
1308 posts.
2. When can I apply online for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026?
The online application window is 14 September 2026 to 5 October 2026.
3. Is UPSSSC PET required for this recruitment?
Yes. Candidates must meet the PET-2025 requirement, and normalized PET-2025 scores are used to shortlist candidates for the Main Examination.
4. What is the application fee for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026?
The application-stage online processing fee is ₹25 for all categories. A separate Main Examination fee is payable later by candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination.
5. When is the UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 exam?
The exam date has not been announced yet. Candidates should check the official UPSSSC website for updates.
