The Punjab Public Service Commission has announced Livestock and Dairy Development Department Jobs 2026 through the PPSC New Advertisement No. 11/2026. A total of 101 posts are open for veterinary graduates from all over Punjab: 61 posts of Senior Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-18) and 40 posts of Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-17). If you have done your DVM, this is a great chance to get a government job in the livestock department.
The Livestock and Dairy Development Department works for animal health, breed improvement and the growth of the dairy sector in Punjab. Through these PPSC Veterinary Officer Jobs, selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Punjab. The jobs are on a contract basis for five years.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Livestock and Dairy Development Department |
| Hiring Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 |
| Case No. | 04-RK/2026 and 05-RK/2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Veterinary Officer, Veterinary Officer and related posts |
| Basic Scale | BS-17 and BS-18 |
| Total Posts | 101 |
| Job Type | Contract for 5 years |
| Place of Posting | Anywhere in Punjab |
| Written Test | One MCQ paper of 100 marks in 90 minutes |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for Livestock Department Jobs
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Livestock and Dairy Development Department |
| Gender | Male, Female and Transgender |
| Education Required | DVM degree from a recognized university with a valid registration with the Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC). Higher qualifications and experience are required for the BS-18 posts, as given below |
| Domicile | Punjab |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 October 2026 |
Available Jobs in PPSC
Under these Livestock and Dairy Development Department Jobs 2026, the following posts are available:
- Senior Veterinary Officer / Assistant Director / Deputy Director Livestock and related posts (BS-18) — 61 Posts (Case No. 04-RK/2026)
- Veterinary Officer / Semen Distribution Officer / Instructor (BS-17) — 40 Posts (Case No. 05-RK/2026)
The quota of these posts is as under:
- BS-18 posts (61): Open Merit 56, Special Persons 02, Minorities 03
- BS-17 posts (40): Open Merit 29, Special Persons 03, Minorities 02, Women 06
How to apply for Livestock Department Jobs
- Visit the official website of PPSC at www.ppsc.gop.pk
- Open Advertisement No. 11/2026 and select the post and Case No. you want to apply for
- Read all the instructions carefully before you start the form
- Deposit the application fee through any 1Link member bank, ATM, internet banking, mobile banking, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or U Paisa
- Fill the online application form and write your correct information
- Submit your form before the closing date, 26 October 2026
- Keep the fee deposit slip safe with you
- Visit the PPSC website again and again for the test date and other updates
Qualification and Experience
For Senior Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-18):
- PhD in Veterinary Sciences or Animal Husbandry with a basic degree in Veterinary Sciences, OR
- M.Phil or M.Sc (Hons) in Veterinary Sciences or Animal Husbandry with the basic degree and 3 years of experience in BS-17 or above, OR
- A second-division Master’s degree in Project Management, Management Sciences, Policy Studies, Economics, Development Studies or Business Administration with the basic veterinary degree and 4 years of relevant experience, OR
- DVM with 5 years of relevant experience
- A valid PVMC registration is required for these posts
- The written test will be one MCQ paper of 100 marks in 90 minutes, and all of the paper will be about Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry
For Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-17):
- DVM degree from a recognized university
- A valid registration with the Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC). Candidates who have applied for initial registration or renewal of their registration before the closing date are also eligible
- The written test will be one MCQ paper of 100 marks in 90 minutes, and all of the paper will be about DVM related subjects
Eligibility Criteria for Livestock Department Jobs
- Male, female and transgender candidates can apply for these posts
- For the BS-18 posts, the age limit for male candidates is 30 to 45 years plus 5 years general relaxation, so a male can apply up to 50 years, and for female candidates 30 to 45 years plus 8 years relaxation, so a female can apply up to 53 years
- For the BS-17 posts, the age limit for male candidates is 21 to 30 years plus 5 years general relaxation, so a male can apply up to 35 years, and for female candidates 21 to 30 years plus 8 years relaxation, so a female can apply up to 38 years
- Candidates with domicile of any district of Punjab can apply
- The jobs are on contract basis for five years
- Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Punjab
PPSC Advertisement No 11/2026
Conclusion
If you are a veterinary graduate and you want a respectable government job, these 101 posts in the Livestock and Dairy Development Department are a great option for you. The whole process is online and the test is simple MCQ based. Do not wait for the last date. Read the ad carefully, deposit your fee and submit your form before 26 October 2026. Best of luck for your test.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Livestock Department Jobs?
The last date to submit the online application is 26 October 2026.
What education is required for these posts?
You need a DVM degree from a recognized university with a valid PVMC registration. For the BS-18 posts, a higher qualification (PhD, M.Phil or a relevant Master’s degree) with the required experience is also needed, as given in the advertisement.
How many posts are announced in the Livestock Department?
There are 101 posts in total: 61 posts of Senior Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-18) and 40 posts of Veterinary Officer and related posts (BS-17).
What is the age limit for these jobs?
For BS-18 posts, male candidates can apply up to 50 years and female candidates up to 53 years. For BS-17 posts, male candidates can apply up to 35 years and female candidates up to 38 years, after the general age relaxation.
How can I apply for these jobs?
You can apply online only through the PPSC website www.ppsc.gop.pk before the closing date.
