UP Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC) released Advertisement No. 18-Pariksha/2026 on 14 August 2026 for the Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination, covering 1,308 vacancies under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh. Online applications open 14 September 2026 and close 5 October 2026 — but this Main Exam is open only to candidates who already appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid (non-zero, non-negative) normalized score.
If you cleared PET-2025 and are eligible for this Veterinary Pharmacist post, this guide covers the complete category-wise vacancy breakdown, eligibility, exam pattern with the full syllabus, fee, and every date from the official notification.
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UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026: Quick Overview & Important Dates
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | UP Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 18-Pariksha/2026 |
| Exam Name | Veterinary Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025)/18 |
| Department | Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies | 1,308 |
| Advertisement Publish Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Registration/Application Start Date | 14 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 5 October 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment & Application Correction Last Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-5, ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Eligibility Basis | Valid PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test) score |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
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Who Can Apply: PET-2025 Shortlisting Requirement
Only candidates who meet all of these conditions can apply for this Main Exam:
- Held the required mandatory eligibility for the advertised post.
- Appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test-2025 (PET-2025) and were issued a PET-2025 scorecard by the Commission.
- Shortlisting for the Main Exam is done purely on PET-2025 normalized score merit — candidates with a zero or negative actual/normalized PET-2025 score will not be shortlisted.
Vacancy Details: Category-Wise (1308 Posts)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 576 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 359 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 237 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 6 |
| Total | 1,308 |
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Reserved Posts (within the 1,308 total) |
|---|---|
| Women | 261 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 65 |
| Freedom Fighter Dependents | 26 |
| Outstanding Sportsperson | 26 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | None identified under specific sub-categories for this post in the official roster |
Eligibility Criteria
As per UP Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025, Part-4, Rule-8.
Mandatory Educational Qualification:
- Passed Intermediate examination (Biology) from UP Board or an equivalent government-recognized examination.
- A 2-year 3-month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a university/institution established by law in India.
- Registration with the competent council/institution, if applicable.
- Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
Important note on registration: Per a letter from the Additional Chief Secretary, Animal Husbandry Section-3, UP Government (dated 20 May 2026), no Veterinary Pharmacy Council currently exists in Uttar Pradesh — so the registration requirement above does not apply for this recruitment cycle.
Preferential (Tie-Breaking) Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of service in the Territorial Army, OR
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) “B” certificate.
Age Limit
Candidates must have turned 18 years by 1 July of the calendar year in which vacancies are advertised, and must not exceed 40 years of age as of that date. Higher age relaxation applies for SC/ST, OBC, and other categories notified by the Government from time to time.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Separate Main Exam fee: Only candidates who get shortlisted for the Main Exam (based on PET-2025 merit) will need to pay an additional, separate Main Exam fee — this must be paid before downloading the Main Exam admit card. REQUIRES OFFICIAL CHECK: the exact Main Exam fee amount will be communicated to shortlisted candidates separately and wasn’t specified in the general eligibility section of this notification.
Selection Process
- PET-2025 Shortlisting — candidates are shortlisted for this Main Exam purely based on their normalized PET-2025 score merit (already completed).
- Main Written Examination — the actual basis of final selection, per UP Animal Husbandry Department Veterinary Pharmacist Service Rules, 2025 and the Commission’s approved exam scheme.
- Exam date will be communicated separately in due course.
UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Knowledge (Veterinary Pharmacy) | 65 | 65 |
| Part-2 | Computer & Information Technology Concepts | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Knowledge Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Exam Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Question Type: Objective, Multiple-Choice
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks (1/4th) deducted for each wrong answer
Syllabus: Part-1 Subject Knowledge
| # | Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Structure of Animals and Poultry (skeletal system, major bones/joints; digestive, respiratory, circulatory system structure; urogenital tract, nervous system, sense organs, superficial lymph nodes) | 4 |
| 2 | Introduction to Animal Husbandry Management (basic terminology for cattle, buffalo, sheep, goat, horse, camel, pig management; animal housing design, daily routines like grooming, bathing, dipping, shearing; care of pregnant animals, newborn calf rearing, dehorning/castration) | 5 |
| 3 | Introduction to Animal Breeds and Economic Traits (identification of popular indigenous, exotic, and crossbred breeds; basic breeding systems — in-breeding vs cross-breeding; farm record-keeping and farm economics) | 5 |
| 4 | Basics of Animal Nutrition and Health (types of fodder and balanced ration; nutritional deficiencies and early signs of poor health in farm animals) | 5 |
| 5 | Basics of Animal Physiology (basic knowledge of physiological functions of various organs in animals and poultry) | 4 |
| 6 | Basics of Clinical Pathology (introduction to common laboratory equipment and sterilization processes; routine sample processing including blood, urine, and stool analysis) | 3 |
| 7 | Basic Parasitology (identification of common internal parasites — worms, flukes — and external parasites — ticks, mites, lice; parasite life cycle and general deworming schedule) | 3 |
| 8 | Basic Principles of Pharmacology (basic classification of veterinary drugs and their sources; methods of drug administration — oral, injection, ointment; dosage calculation, side effects, and basic storage rules) | 5 |
| 9 | Introduction to Clinical Biochemistry and Gynecology | 4 |
| 10 | Basics of Clinical Veterinary Medicine | 5 |
| 11 | Veterinary Clinical Pharmacy | 5 |
| 12 | Initial Surgical Procedures | 4 |
| 13 | Pharmacist Jurisprudence (Legal Rules) | 5 |
| 14 | Farm Management and Extension | 5 |
| 15 | Hospital Practice Training | 3 |
| Total | 65 |
How to Apply Online
- Visit upsssc.gov.in and go to the Live Advertisement Segment on the homepage.
- Locate and download/view the notification for Advt No. 18-Pariksha/2026.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration number — authentication happens via OTP sent to your PET-registered mobile number/email.
- Your personal details from PET-2025 (name, parents’ name, category, EWS status, horizontal reservation, DOB, gender, marital status, contact details) will auto-populate.
- Review all auto-filled and additional details carefully, then submit the application.
- Pay the applicable fee — the application is auto-submitted only after successful fee payment/adjustment.
- Download and print your application form via the Applicant’s Dashboard for your records.
Application Form Correction Window
Candidates can modify only these specific fields after final submission, until 12 October 2026:
- Correspondence address
- Other personal details: EWS and horizontal reservation category (Freedom Fighter Dependent, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Gender, Outstanding Sportsperson, etc.)
- Mandatory/preferential qualification details entered in the application
- Marital status
No correction request will be entertained after 12 October 2026 under any circumstances — UPSSSC does not accept separate representations for correction after the deadline.
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Reservation Certificates & Exam Centre
- Candidates claiming reserved-category or age-relaxation benefits must obtain the relevant caste/reservation certificate, in the prescribed format, from a competent authority — issued on or before the application deadline — and must be ready to produce it to the Commission when required.
- EWS category applicants specifically need an EWS certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income), obtained between 1 April 2026 and 5 October 2026.
- Exam centre and exam date for the Main Written Examination have not yet been announced in this notification — UPSSSC will communicate this separately in due course. Candidates should keep checking upsssc.gov.in for updates.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 Official Link | Apply Now |
| Official UPSSSC Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 Official Notification (Advt No. 18-Pariksha/2026) | Download PDF |
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FAQ
How many total vacancies are there in UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 ?
1,308 vacancies under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh.
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 ?
5 October 2026, with a fee-adjustment and correction window extending to 12 October 2026.
Who is eligible to apply for the Main Exam (PET requirement) ?
Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid (non-zero, non-negative) normalized PET-2025 score can apply.
What is the educational qualification required ?
Intermediate (Biology) pass plus a 2-year 3-month Diploma in Veterinary Pharmacy from a recognized institution, along with Hindi (Devanagari) knowledge.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Veterinary Pharmacist 2026 ?
18 to 40 years as on 1 July of the vacancy-advertised year, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government rules.
What is the application fee ?
₹25 (online processing fee) for all categories — UR, OBC, SC, and ST.
What is the exam pattern (questions/marks/duration) ?
100 objective questions for 100 marks, in 2 hours, with 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer.
Is there negative marking in this exam ?
Yes, 0.25 marks (1/4th) are deducted for each wrong answer.
What is the salary/pay scale for Veterinary Pharmacist ?
Level-5 pay scale, ₹29,200 to ₹92,300.
Is registration with a Veterinary Pharmacy Council required ?
No. UP currently has no Veterinary Pharmacy Council in existence, so this registration requirement doesn’t apply for this recruitment.
What is the correction window for the application form ?
Until 12 October 2026, limited to specific fields like address, reservation category details, and qualification information.
How many posts are reserved for women/ex-servicemen/sportspersons ?
261 for Women, 65 for Ex-Servicemen, 26 for Freedom Fighter Dependents, and 26 for Outstanding Sportspersons (within the total 1,308).
What is the syllabus for the Main Exam?
Part-1 covers 15 veterinary pharmacy subject topics (65 marks), Part-2 covers Computer & IT concepts (15 marks), and Part-3 covers UP State General Knowledge (20 marks).
Author’s Suggestion
Don’t wait for the Main Exam date announcement to start preparing — with negative marking at 25% per wrong answer and General Knowledge/Computer sections worth 35 of the 100 marks, candidates purely focused on veterinary subject knowledge risk losing easy marks elsewhere.
Disclaimer
This article is based on UPSSSC’s official Advertisement No. 18-Pariksha/2026, dated 14 August 2026. Candidates should verify all eligibility, dates, and fee details directly on upsssc.gov.in before applying.
