Last updated: October 28, 2026
Status update (28 October 2026): The last date reported for this advertisement was 26 October 2026, and that date has now passed. We did not find any notice of an extension. Please check the official PPSC website for the latest status. If you missed this round, read the details below and the preparation plan so you are ready for the next advertisement.
Most government job ads are open to anyone with a degree. This one was for a specific group: veterinary graduates. The Punjab Livestock and Dairy Development Department announced 101 posts through the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), in BS-17 and BS-18, and the reported last date to apply was 26 October 2026.
Here is what the reports say about the posts, who could apply, the age limits, the test and how to apply, in plain words.
Please note: We are not PPSC or the Livestock Department. We summarised a ProPakistani report of the advertisement (9 October 2026). We could not open the full advertisement ourselves, so please read Advertisement No. 11/2026 on the official PPSC website. The report does not give the fee, the domicile rule, the salary or the number of posts for each designation. Never pay anyone to “arrange” a government job.
Punjab Livestock Department Jobs at a Glance
- Department: Livestock and Dairy Development Department, Punjab
- Total posts: 101
- BS-18: 61 posts in the Animal Health Cadre of the Extension Wing
- BS-17: 40 posts in the Directorate of Breed Improvement (29 of them on open merit)
- Advertisement: PPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026
- Last date reported: 26 October 2026 (passed; check PPSC for any update)
- Apply: online through the PPSC website
Which Posts Were Advertised?
BS-18: Animal Health Cadre (61 posts)
The designations listed include Senior Veterinary Officer, Assistant Director, Deputy Director Livestock (Tehsil level) and Assistant Research Officer, along with other animal health and production posts. The report does not say how many posts there are for each designation.
BS-17: Directorate of Breed Improvement (40 posts)
The designations listed include Veterinary Officer, Semen Distribution Officer and Instructor.
Who Could Apply?
Qualification for BS-17
- A DVM degree (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) from a recognised university
- Valid registration with the Pakistan Veterinary Medical Council (PVMC)
Qualification for BS-18 (one of three routes)
- A PhD in Veterinary Sciences or Animal Husbandry, plus a basic veterinary degree.
- An MPhil or MSc (Hons) in Veterinary Sciences or Animal Husbandry, plus the required veterinary degree and three years of relevant experience in BS-17 or an equivalent private-sector job.
- A second-division master’s degree in a listed management, economics or policy field, plus a basic veterinary degree and four years of relevant experience.
All BS-18 applicants also needed valid PVMC registration. The report says the experience rule for BS-17 posts is not stated, so check the advertisement.
Age limits
| Post | Basic age | Men (with 5-year relaxation) | Women (with 8-year relaxation) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BS-17 | 21 to 30 | up to 35 | up to 38 |
| BS-18 | 30 to 45 | up to 50 | up to 53 |
Check how the age is counted (the cut-off date) in the official advertisement.
How the Test Works
- BS-17: a 100-mark MCQ test of 90 minutes. All questions are on DVM subjects.
- BS-18: a 100-mark test of 90 minutes on Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry.
The report does not give the test date, the venue, the passing marks or what happens after the test. Check these on the PPSC website.
How to Apply (for This and Future PPSC Ads)
- Open the PPSC website and find Advertisement No. 11/2026, or the newest advertisement for your post.
- Find the Livestock and Dairy Development Department posts and read the conditions for your post: qualification, experience, age and PVMC registration.
- Apply online for the post that matches you. Do not apply for a post whose conditions you do not meet.
- Pay the fee through the channel PPSC gives. The amount is on the official site.
- Save your application number and the fee receipt.
Keep your documents ready before you start, and read our guide to finding government jobs and avoiding fake ads.
What to Do If You Missed the Last Date
- Check the PPSC website for any extension note. PPSC has issued such notes for some advertisements in the past, but we found none for this one.
- Do not trust “late application” offers from agents or Facebook pages. Only the official PPSC channel is valid.
- Fix your documents now: renew an expired PVMC registration, update your degree and experience letters, and keep clear scans ready.
- Prepare for the next round. Departments advertise veterinary posts through PPSC from time to time, so a prepared candidate can apply on the first day.
How to Prepare
This is our own suggestion, not an official syllabus.
- Start with your core subjects. Go through the main DVM subjects (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, animal nutrition, breeding and reproduction), because the BS-17 test is entirely on them.
- Revise the livestock topics the department works on: artificial insemination, common animal diseases and vaccination, dairy and milk production.
- Solve MCQs under time. The test is 100 marks in 90 minutes, so keep a steady pace and do not spend too long on one question.
- For BS-18, read the Animal Husbandry side too, not only veterinary medicine.
- Check your PVMC registration now. If it has expired, renew it before you apply.
A Simple Four-Week Study Plan
| Week | Focus |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Anatomy, physiology and animal nutrition: revise notes and solve topic-wise MCQs |
| Week 2 | Pathology, pharmacology and common diseases with vaccination schedules |
| Week 3 | Breeding, reproduction, artificial insemination and dairy production |
| Week 4 | Full 100-question practice tests in 90 minutes, then revise your weak topics |
Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without valid PVMC registration.
- Choosing the wrong post or the wrong BS-18 route.
- Applying on the last day, when the website is slow.
- Believing anyone who offers to “fix” a department job for money. It is a scam.
Other Livestock Opportunities in Punjab
If you work with animals or live in a farming family, you may also be interested in the Livestock Card Phase 2, which gives interest-free feed loans of Rs. 27,000 per animal, and the free livestock scheme, Phase 2 for rural women. Both are separate from these jobs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a non-veterinary graduate apply?
According to the report, a basic veterinary degree is needed for both BS-17 and BS-18. Check the advertisement for the exact rule of your post.
What was the last date?
26 October 2026, as reported. That date has passed, and we did not find an extension. Check the PPSC website for the latest status.
Can I still apply after 26 October?
Only if PPSC announces an extension on its official website. Do not trust anyone who offers a late application for money.
How many posts are there?
101 in total: 61 in BS-18 and 40 in BS-17.
What is the fee?
The report did not give the amount. It is on the official PPSC website.
Is PVMC registration compulsory?
Yes, for both BS-17 and BS-18, according to the report.
Final Words
Few government ads are so specific, which means the competition is limited to a smaller group, but the posts are also limited. Check your registration, keep your documents ready and be ready on the first day of the next advertisement. For more government jobs in Pakistan, keep visiting EarnExpertHub. Our Punjab Police Intelligence Officer post is also from the same advertisement.
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