Puducherry Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026

The Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Government of Puducherry is hiring 4 Veterinary Assistant Surgeons through UPSC's Direct Recruitment by Selection. If you have a Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science and are registered with a Veterinary Council, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 14 August 2026. Salary starts from Rs. 56,100 per month (Pay Level 10, plus Non-Practising Allowance).

UPSC Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts (Puducherry)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 for Direct Recruitment by Selection to several posts across central ministries, including 4 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon vacancies in the Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Government of Puducherry (Vacancy No. 26070912125). UPSC conducts this kind of recruitment for technical and scientific posts in central government departments where candidates are picked based on qualification and experience rather than a written exam. No written exam is required for this recruitment — candidates are shortlisted based on their qualifications and experience. Veterinary graduates looking for a stable central government post in Puducherry should apply well before the deadline.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Unreserved (UR): 2 posts
• OBC: 1 post
• SC: 1 post

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, and you must be registered with the Veterinary Council of India or a State/UT Veterinary Council.

Note: This is based on UPSC's indicative advertisement, which only gives a summary of each post. The detailed advertisement on UPSC's website carries the complete eligibility criteria and instructions, and it will prevail if there is any difference from this indicative notice.

Age Limit

• You should be up to 35 years old (UR), 38 years (OBC), or 40 years (SC) as on the closing date of the online application (14 August 2026), which is the crucial date used for calculating your age.
• Age Relaxation: An additional relaxation of up to 10 years applies for PwBD candidates against vacancies identified or reserved for them; none of the 4 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon vacancies in this advertisement are currently earmarked for PwBD.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary of Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 per month under Pay Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission.
• You will also get Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) along with DA, HRA and other allowances as per central government rules.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

This is a Direct Recruitment by Selection post, so there is no written exam. UPSC shortlists candidates based on their qualifications and experience, and may call shortlisted candidates for an interview. Refer to the "Instructions and Additional Information to Candidates" on upsc.gov.in for the exact selection procedure.

How to Apply

1. Go to the UPSC online application portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora.
2. Register yourself and start your application.
3. Select the Veterinary Assistant Surgeon post (Vacancy No. 26070912125).
4. Fill in your educational and personal details.
5. Upload the required documents and photograph.
6. Submit your application before the deadline.

You can also check the detailed Recruitment Advertisement, along with instructions, on the Commission's website upsc.gov.in.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start: 25 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 14 August 2026

• Diagnose and treat diseases in livestock and other animals
• Carry out vaccination and disease prevention programs in the field
• Perform minor surgeries and provide emergency veterinary care
• Maintain records of animal health, treatments, and disease outbreaks
• Conduct artificial insemination and animal breeding programs
• Inspect livestock markets, farms, and slaughterhouses for health compliance
• Educate farmers on animal healthcare, nutrition, and hygiene practices
• Assist in implementing government livestock welfare schemes