The Lakshadweep Administration, the Union Territory administration headquartered at Kavaratti, has announced recruitment for the post of Veterinary Assistant Surgeon under its Department of Animal Husbandry. There is a single vacancy on offer. The engagement is purely contractual, and the selected candidate may be posted to any of the Animal Husbandry Units across the islands, supporting livestock health and veterinary services in the Union Territory.
Lakshadweep Administration Recruitment 2026 - Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026A-12011/1/2026-ESTT-AH
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1
Last Date
28 Sept
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Lakshadweep Administration Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Lakshadweep Administration
- Advertisement No.
- A-12011/1/2026-ESTT-AH
- Post Name
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
- Job Location
- Kavaratti, Lakshadweep
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid Registration Certificate from the Veterinary Council of India, State Veterinary Council or Union Territory Veterinary Council
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 50,000 per month (consolidated); no other allowances payable
- Tenure
- 11 months
Vacancy Breakdown
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) from a University/Institute recognised by the Govt. of India. Registered with the Veterinary Council of India, State Veterinary Council or Union Territory Veterinary Council; a valid Registration Certificate to this effect shall be submitted along with the application.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) from a University/Institute recognised by the Govt. of India. Registered with the Veterinary Council of India, State Veterinary Council or Union Territory Veterinary Council; a valid Registration Certificate to this effect shall be submitted along with the application. |
Selection Process
- 1Virtual Interview
Shortlisted candidates are informed of the date, time and interview link through the email ID given in their application.
Salary Structure
Rs. 50,000 per month (consolidated); no other allowances payable
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form (Annexure-A) from the official notification
- 2Fill in the form with personal details, educational qualifications and Veterinary Council registration details
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, the Veterinary Council Registration Certificate, ID proof and a recent passport-size photograph
- 4Send the completed application to the Director, Department of Animal Husbandry, UT of Lakshadweep Administration, Kavaratti 682555, either in person or by email to [email protected]
- 5Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 28.09.2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application in the prescribed form (Annexure-A)
•Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
•Veterinary Council Registration Certificate
•ID proof
•Recent passport-size photograph
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on a contract basis for 11 months, with re-engagement of the same candidate possible based on performance and departmental requirement.
- The selected candidate may be posted to any of the Animal Husbandry Units and no travelling allowance is paid for joining.
- Applications received without supporting documents are rejected.
- The contractual engagement gives no right or claim to regular appointment, and the Department may terminate it at any time without assigning a reason.
- The selected candidate must sign an agreement in the prescribed proforma and produce original certificates at the time of joining for verification.
- There is no specific upper age limit, subject to the candidate being medically fit and otherwise fulfilling the eligibility conditions.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the contract be extended after 11 months?
Re-engagement of the same candidate may be considered based on the candidate's performance and the requirements of the Department.
Where will the selected candidate be posted?
The selected candidate may be posted to any of the Animal Husbandry Units in Lakshadweep, and no travelling allowance is paid for joining.
Does this contract job lead to a regular appointment?
No. The engagement gives no right or claim to regular appointment in the Department.
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