The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially released a new government job notification for the recruitment of Veterinary Surgeons in the Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Haryana. This recruitment drive opens a strong career opportunity for veterinary graduates looking for a stable, high-paying state government job in 2026.
Through Advertisement No. 21/2026, HPSC invites online applications for 162 Veterinary Surgeon posts across multiple categories including General, SC, BC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD. The selection process, eligibility rules, age limits, and reservation conditions are clearly defined, but many applicants often make avoidable mistakes while applying.
This article explains everything in simple language, highlights common applicant problems, and gives you a clear action plan so your application is not rejected.
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🔍 Quick Review – HPSC Veterinary Surgeon 2026
- 📌 Recruiting Body: Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
- 🐾 Post Name: Veterinary Surgeon
- 🧮 Total Vacancies: 162
- 🏢 Department: Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Haryana
- 💰 Pay Scale: ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800 (FPL-9)
- 📅 Application Start Date: 20 January 2026
- ⏰ Last Date to Apply: 19 February 2026 (05:00 PM)
- 🎓 Qualification: B.V.Sc & A.H
- 📝 Selection Process: Screening Test / Subject Test / Interview
- 🌐 Official Website: hpsc.gov.in
📢 HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Vacancy Details 2026
HPSC has announced 162 total vacancies with both vertical and horizontal reservations.
📊 Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
- General (UR): 46
- DSC: 21
- OSC: 21
- BC-A: 46
- BC-B: 12
- EWS: 16
♿ Horizontal Reservation (Within Categories)
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM)
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD – LV, HH, OH, MD)
⚠️ Important: Horizontal reservation does not increase total posts. It is adjusted within the same category.
🎓 Educational Qualification (Must Read Carefully)
To apply for HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill all conditions below:
- ✔️ Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc & A.H) from a recognized university
- ✔️ Adequate knowledge of Hindi
- ✔️ Registered Veterinary Practitioner with:
- Haryana Veterinary Council OR
- Any State Veterinary Council OR
- Indian Veterinary Council (as per IVC Act, 1984)
🎯 Preferential Qualification (Not Mandatory)
- MVSc or Ph.D in:
- Veterinary Gynecology
- Animal Genetics & Breeding
- Animal Physiology
- Any Veterinary / Animal Husbandry branch
👉 Preferential qualifications do not guarantee selection, but may help in shortlisting.
🎂 Age Limit & Relaxation Rules
🧾 Age Criteria (as on 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 22 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
⏳ Age Relaxation (As per Haryana Govt Rules)
- SC / BC (Haryana): 5 years
- PwBD: Up to 10 years (Maximum age cap 52)
- Unmarried / Widowed / Divorced Women: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Military service + 3 years
- Haryana Govt Contract / Adhoc Employees: Service years (max 52 years)
⚠️ Upper age limit cannot exceed 52 years (except Ex-Servicemen).
💳 Application Fee Details
- 👨💼 Male General (Haryana & Other States): ₹1000
- 👩 Female General: ₹250
- 🧑🌾 SC / BC / EWS (Haryana): ₹250
- ♿ PwBD (Haryana): No Fee
❌ Fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
🖥️ How to Apply Online for HPSC Veterinary Surgeon 2026
Follow these steps exactly to avoid rejection:
- Visit official website hpsc.gov.in
- Complete online registration (Aadhaar / Mobile based)
- Fill application form carefully
- Pay application fee
- Download application form
- Sign the printed form
- Upload signed application + required documents
🚫 Unsigned or non-uploaded forms are automatically rejected.
📂 Documents Required (Most Common Rejection Area)
Upload clear scanned copies of:
- Signed photograph & signature
- Educational certificates & mark sheets
- Valid caste certificate (2025-26 only)
- EWS certificate (valid for 2025-26)
- Veterinary Council Registration Certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Haryana domicile certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD / ESM certificates (if applicable)
- NOC (for Haryana Govt employees under bond)
⚠️ Documents issued after 19 Feb 2026 are invalid.
📝 Selection Process Explained Simply
HPSC may adopt any of the following methods:
- 🔎 Screening Test (OMR-based, if applications are high)
- 📚 Subject Knowledge Test
- 🗣️ Interview
👉 HPSC can skip screening and directly conduct subject test + interview.
👉 No re-evaluation or rechecking allowed.
⚠️ Common Problems Faced by Applicants (And How to Avoid Them)
❌ Problem 1: Application Rejected for Category Certificate
✅ Solution: Upload latest 2025-26 certificates only
❌ Problem 2: Wrong Category Selected
✅ Solution: Category cannot be changed after submission
❌ Problem 3: Age Relaxation Claimed Incorrectly
✅ Solution: Age relaxation applies only where posts are reserved
❌ Problem 4: Forgot to Upload Signed Application
✅ Solution: Always upload signed PDF, not unsigned
❌ Problem 5: Expecting Correction Window
✅ Solution: HPSC does not allow corrections after submission
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📌 Important Instructions Every Applicant Must Know
- 📵 Mobile phones, smart watches, Bluetooth devices are strictly prohibited in exam
- 🧾 Only uploaded documents are considered final
- ❗ False information = permanent disqualification
- 📢 Final decision of HPSC is binding
- 🔄 No withdrawal of application allowed after submission
✅ Final Words
The HPSC Veterinary Surgeon Recruitment 2026 is a high-value government job opportunity for veterinary graduates. However, HPSC follows strict rules, and even small mistakes can lead to rejection.
If you:
- Read the notification carefully
- Upload correct and valid documents
- Follow category and age rules properly
👉 You significantly increase your chances of success.
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