PSSSB Veterinary Inspector Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 150 Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: Subordinate Services Selection Board, Punjab (PSSSB)
• Advertisement No: 10 of 2026
• Post Name: Veterinary Inspector
• Total Vacancies: 150
• Group: Group-C
• Application Mode: Online only at sssb.punjab.gov.in
• Application Start Date: 4 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 25 May 2026
• Pay Scale: L-5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300) as per 7th Central Pay Commission

Important Dates

Application Fee

Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Applications without successful fee payment will be treated as incomplete and rejected outright.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology subjects from a recognized University or Board.
• Candidates must also hold a Diploma in Veterinary Science and Animal Health Technology of two years duration or its equivalent from any recognized university.
• Candidates who are currently enrolled in the Diploma in Veterinary Science and Animal Health Technology, or those who have obtained the diploma with 10+2 in Biology/Maths, Physics, Chemistry and English, are also eligible to apply.
• As per Punjab Civil Services (General and Common Conditions of Service) Rules, 1994, Rule 17, candidates must have passed Matriculation examination with Punjabi as one of the compulsory or elective subjects, or any other equivalent examination in Punjabi language as specified by the Government.

Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 years for all categories.
• Maximum Age for General Category: 37 years.
• Maximum Age for SC and BC candidates of Punjab State: 42 years.
• Maximum Age for State and Central Government Employees: 45 years.
• Maximum Age for Physically Handicapped (PwD) candidates of Punjab: 47 years (10 years relaxation).
• Maximum Age for Widows, Divorcees, and certain other categories of married women: 40 years as per Punjab Government instructions.
• Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen is as per Punjab Recruitment of Ex-Servicemen Rules, 1982 and amendments made from time to time.

Pay Scale

Selection Process

• Eligible candidates will be called for an Objective Type (Multiple Choice Question) written examination.
• The written exam will be divided into two parts — Part A and Part B.
• Part A will consist of a Punjabi language paper of Matriculation level. This paper is qualifying in nature only, and candidates must secure a minimum of 50% marks to qualify.
• The merit list will be prepared solely on the basis of marks obtained in Part B of the written examination.
• Part B will have negative marking. Each question carries 1 mark and 1/4 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• In case of a tie in merit, the tie-breaking order is: date of birth (older candidate given preference), then percentage in required educational qualification, then Matriculation marks.
• Candidates shortlisted on the basis of the merit list will be called for document verification and counselling.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the written examination or attending counselling.

How to Apply for PSSSB Veterinary Inspector Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official PSSSB website at sssb.punjab.gov.in and click on the "Apply Online" link available on the homepage.
2. If you are a new user, click on "Registration" and fill in your basic details to generate a User ID (Email ID) and Password. Save these credentials carefully for future use.
3. Login using your registered Email ID and Password to proceed with the online application form for Advertisement No. 10 of 2026.
4. Fill in your personal, educational, and other required details carefully. Select your correct category and category code as no change will be allowed at any stage after submission.
5. Upload your recent passport-size photograph (or capture a live photo via camera) and upload your scanned signature. Applications without photo or signature will be rejected.
6. Click on "Attach Annexure" and upload scanned copies of your 10th class certificate, educational qualification certificates, and other mandatory documents in PDF format as specified on the portal.
7. After uploading documents, click on "Save Documents" and then proceed to "Make Payment" to pay the applicable application fee online.
8. After successful fee payment, click on "Submit" to complete the application process. Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safely for future reference.
9. Regularly visit the PSSSB official website for updates on exam date, admit card, result, merit list, and counselling schedule, as no individual communication will be sent to any candidate.

Official Source

Candidates can check the official notification and apply on the PSSSB official website. For assistance, candidates can also contact the Board at telephone numbers 0172-2298000 (Ext. 5106 and 5107), 0172-2298083, or helpline numbers 99885-80229 and 96469-32955 during office hours on working days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the last date to apply for PSSSB Veterinary Inspector Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form and pay the application fee is 25 May 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Q2: How many vacancies are available under PSSSB Veterinary Inspector Recruitment 2026?
A total of 150 vacancies are available for the post of Veterinary Inspector under Punjab Government's Animal Husbandry Department, including backlog vacancies across various categories.

Q3: What is the educational qualification required for PSSSB Veterinary Inspector post?
Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, along with a two-year Diploma in Veterinary Science and Animal Health Technology from a recognized university. Candidates currently enrolled in the diploma course are also eligible to apply.

Q4: What is the application fee for PSSSB Veterinary Inspector Recruitment 2026?
General, Freedom Fighter, and Sports category candidates must pay Rs. 1000/-. SC, BC, and EWS candidates must pay Rs. 250/-. Ex-Servicemen and their dependents must pay Rs. 200/-, and Physically Handicapped candidates must pay Rs. 500/-. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

Q5: What is the exam pattern for PSSSB Veterinary Inspector 2026?
The written examination is Objective Type (MCQ) and is divided into Part A and Part B. Part A consists of a Punjabi language paper of Matriculation level which is qualifying in nature with a minimum passing requirement of 50% marks. The merit list will be prepared based on Part B marks only, which carries negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.