The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially released a recruitment notification (Advt. No. 21/2026) for the post of Veterinary Surgeon in the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Haryana. This presents a premier opportunity for qualified veterinary professionals to secure a Gazetted Group-B position within the state government. Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications through the online portal from January 20, 2026 to February 19, 2026.
HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Department | Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Haryana |
| Post Name | Veterinary Surgeon (Group-B) |
| Advt. Number | 21/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 162 Posts |
| Job Location | Haryana |
| Official Website | hpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | January 14, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | January 20, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 19, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 19, 2026 |
| Examination Date | To be Notified |
Vacancy Details
The following table provides the category-wise bifurcation of the 162 posts, distinguishing between fresh vacancies and backlog positions.
| Category (Vertical) | Fresh Posts | Backlog Posts | Total Vacancies |
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 46 | 0 | 46 |
| Deprived Scheduled Castes (DSC) | 16 | 05 | 21 |
| Other Scheduled Castes (OSC) | 17 | 04 | 21 |
| Backward Classes – A (BC-A) | 17 | 29 | 46 |
| Backward Classes – B (BC-B) | 10 | 02 | 12 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Total | 122 | 40 | 162 |
Education Details
Essential Qualification: Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) from a recognized University or Institution.
Language: Adequate knowledge of Hindi or Sanskrit up to Matric standard or Higher Education.
Registration: Must be registered as a Veterinary Practitioner with the Haryana Veterinary Council or any Veterinary Council in India/Indian Veterinary Council.
Preferential: Ph.D. or Master of Veterinary Science in relevant specializations will be given preference.
Salary (Pay Scale)
Selected candidates will be placed in Functional Pay Level-9 (FPL-9).
Pay Matrix: ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800/-.
Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other benefits as per Haryana Government rules.
Age Limit (As of 01.07.2025)
- Minimum Age: 22 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC, BC, PwD, and ESM candidates of Haryana as per state government norms.
Selection Process
The selection for HPSC Veterinary Surgeon involves the following stages:
Screening Test: (If the number of applicants is high) to shortlist candidates.
Subject Knowledge Test: A subjective/written exam focusing on veterinary sciences.
Interview/Viva-Voce: To assess the personality and practical knowledge of the candidate.
Document Verification: Verification of original academic and reservation certificates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| Male (General / All Reserved of Other States) | ₹1000/- |
| Female (General / All Reserved of Other States) | ₹250/- |
| SC/ BC-A/ BC-B/ ESM/ EWS (Haryana Only) | ₹250/- |
| PwBD (with at least 40% disability of Haryana) | Nil |
How to Apply
- Visit the HPSC official website: www.hpsc.gov.in.
- Go to the “Advertisements” section and find Advt. No. 21/2026.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link (available from Jan 20).
- Register using your mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
- Login and fill in all personal, educational, and professional details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photograph, Signature, Degrees).
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Review the application and click “Submit.”
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
Important Links
| HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
