Arunachal Pradesh Veterinary / Animal Husbandry
Introduction
AP Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department recruitment for Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Livestock Inspector, VFA, and allied posts in Arunachal Pradesh.
- Conducting body: AP Animal Husbandry Department / APPSC
- Scope: State
- Region: Arunachal Pradesh
- Department: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department (AP)
- Posts: Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Livestock Inspector, VFA
- Mode: Online
- Official site: appsc.gov.in · ahvdd.arunachal.gov.in
The Arunachal Pradesh Veterinary / Animal Husbandry Recruitment fills posts under the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department — veterinary care, livestock health, animal production, and field services. Selection: written test → interview → document verification.
Services and Posts
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: B.V.Sc. & A.H.
- VFA / allied: Diploma in Animal Husbandry
- Livestock Inspector: livestock management / inspection
Career: VFA → Veterinary Officer → Senior Veterinary → Deputy Director (AH).
Exam Body and Conduct
Conducted by AP Animal Husbandry Department / APPSC per notification on appsc.gov.in / ahvdd.arunachal.gov.in.
Important Highlights
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | AP AHVD / APPSC |
| Posts | Vet Assistant Surgeon, Livestock Inspector, VFA |
| Stages | Written → Interview → DV |
| Mode | Online |
| Pay | Vet Surgeon ~₹56,100; VFA ~₹25k–35k |
| Official site | appsc.gov.in |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: B.V.Sc. & A.H.
- VFA / allied: Diploma in Animal Husbandry
Age Limit
- 21 to 40 years (relaxation per AP rules)
Nationality / Domicile
- Indian citizen.
- AP domicile preferred per state policy.
Reservation
Per Arunachal Pradesh Government policy:
| Category | Reservation |
|---|---|
| APST | As per AP rules |
| Horizontal | PwBD, Women, Ex-servicemen |
- Valid certificates at DV.
Exam Pattern and Selection Process
Selection Stages
1. Written Examination (objective)
2. Interview
3. Document Verification
Written Exam
| Component | Subjects | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written | Veterinary Science, GK | 200 | 3 hours | As per notification |
Syllabus
Veterinary Science
Veterinary Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Livestock Production, Animal Husbandry practices, animal health & disease prevention.
General Knowledge
Current affairs, polity, general science, geography, AP-specific awareness, admin/social issues.
How to Apply
1. Visit https://appsc.gov.in
2. Open latest AH/Veterinary notification.
3. Register / read eligibility + dates.
4. Fill details; upload docs, photo, signature.
5. Pay the fee.
6. Submit; save confirmation.
Documents
Educational certs, age proof, domicile/APST cert, category cert, PwD/Ex-servicemen cert, photo, signature, registration cert if required.
Application Fee
- ₹100–₹300 (APST / PwBD exempt where applicable). Online payment.
Previous Year History
Notified cycle-wise. Vet/animal-husbandry cycles typically 100+ posts (e.g. 2025, 2023, 2021). APPSC also advertises Veterinary Officer under AHVD. Exact post-wise counts per notification.
Salary, Benefits, and Service Conditions
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: ~₹56,100 (+ DA, HRA, allowances)
- VFA / similar: ~₹25,000–35,000
- Field: treatment, diagnostics, vaccination, disease control, scheme implementation.
Preparation
- B.V.Sc. core textbooks; livestock production; GK + AP awareness; PYPs
- 30/60/90-day plans; interview basics
Career Path
VFA → Veterinary Officer / Vet Assistant Surgeon → Senior Veterinary → Deputy Director (AH).
FAQs
1. What is AP Vet/Animal Husbandry recruitment?
State process for vet & animal-husbandry posts under AP AHVD.
2. Conducting dept?
AP Animal Husbandry Dept / APPSC.
3. Main posts?
Vet Assistant Surgeon, Livestock Inspector, VFA.
4. Vet Surgeon qualification?
B.V.Sc. & A.H.
5. VFA qualification?
Diploma in Animal Husbandry.
6. Age limit?
21–40 years (relaxation per AP rules).
7. Age relaxation?
Yes, per AP rules.
8. AP domicile?
Preferred; Indian citizenship required.
9. Selection process?
Written → interview → DV.
10. Written + interview?
Yes.
11. Syllabus subjects?
Veterinary Science + GK.
12. Negative marking?
Varies by notification.
13. How to apply?
Online at appsc.gov.in.
14. Fee?
₹100–₹300 (APST/PwBD exempt).
15. APST reservation?
Yes, per state policy.
16. PwD/Women/Ex-servicemen?
Horizontal reservation as per rules.
17. Vet Surgeon salary?
~₹56,100.
18. VFA salary?
~₹25,000–35,000.
19. Notification source?
appsc.gov.in, ahvdd.arunachal.gov.in.
20. Career growth?
VFA → Vet Officer → Deputy Director.
Official Sources
- APPSC: https://appsc.gov.in
- AHVD Dept: https://ahvdd.arunachal.gov.in
- National Career Service: https://www.ncs.gov.in