The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released a recruitment notification under Advertisement No. 03 of 2026 for the post of Veterinary Pharmacist in the Animal Husbandry Department (Kashmir Division).
This is a rare government job opportunity with only 1 vacancy, making competition high. Candidates with a B.Sc degree (Zoology) should apply before the last date.
📌 JKSSB Veterinary Pharmacist Recruitment 2026 — Overview
- Organization: Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB)
- Department: Animal Husbandry Department
- Post Name: Veterinary Pharmacist
- Cadre: Divisional Cadre Kashmir
- Total Vacancies: 01 Post
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: Government Job
- Pay Scale: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 (Level-4)
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 20 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 19 May 2026
💰 Salary Details
- Pay Level: Level-4
- Salary: ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
- Additional Benefits:
- Government allowances
- Medical facilities
- Pension
- Job security
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✔ Educational Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) from a recognized university
- Must have Zoology as one of the subjects
🎂 Age Limit (As on 01-01-2026)
| Category | Max Age |
|---|---|
| OM | 40 Years |
| SC / ST / OBC / RBA / ALC/IB / EWS | 43 Years |
| Physically Challenged | 42 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 48 Years |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| OM | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
🧪 Selection Process
- Written Examination (OMR Based)
- Document Verification
✔ No Interview
✔ Merit-based selection only
📝 Exam Pattern
- Objective type (MCQs)
- English language only
- Negative marking: 1/4 mark deduction per wrong answer
💳 Application Fee
- General Category: ₹600
- SC / ST / EWS / PwBD: ₹500
Payment Mode:
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
⚠ Fee is non-refundable
📄 Document Verification
Candidates must bring:
- Original + self-attested copies
- Domicile Certificate
- Educational Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
- Passport-size photographs
⚠ Missing documents = rejection
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit official JKSSB website
- Click on “Apply Online”
- Register using mobile & email
- Fill application form
- Upload documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download form
📘 Important Instructions
- Apply online only
- Ensure correct details
- Keep application copy safe
- No TA/DA for exam or DV
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
👉 19 May 2026
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
👉 Only 1 post
Q3. What is the salary?
👉 ₹25,500 – ₹81,100
Q4. What is qualification required?
👉 B.Sc with Zoology
Q5. What is the selection process?
👉 Written exam + document verification
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Available on official website
- Notification: JKSSB Advt. 03 of 2026
- Official Website: https://jkssb.nic.in