Greater Chennai Corporation Zonal Veterinary Officer – 15 Posts (Last Date: 16-Dec-2025)

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) has released a notification for the offline recruitment of 15 Zonal Veterinary Officers on a contractual basis.

Eligible candidates with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc) degree must submit their applications by the specified deadline.

Post Name	No. of Posts	Monthly Salary (₹)	Nature of Job
Zonal Veterinary Officer	15	60,000 (Fixed Consolidated)	Purely Temporary (12-month contract)

Essential Educational Qualification: Candidate must possess a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc.) degree from a college recognized by the Veterinary Council of India (VCI).
Mandatory Registration: Must be duly registered with the Tamil Nadu Veterinary Council or the Veterinary Council of India.
Experience: While not explicitly stated as a minimum requirement, candidates are instructed to submit a Certificate for Experience along with their application. This implies that relevant experience will be a key factor in the selection process.

Age Limit: The official notification released by the Greater Chennai Corporation does not explicitly state an age limit. However, candidates are advised to carefully check the downloaded notification PDF for any specific age criteria or relaxations applicable to reserved categories.
Application Fee: There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Selection Process: Selection will be based on the candidate's performance in a Personal Interview.
Contract Period: The appointment is for a fixed 12-month (1 year) contract on a purely temporary basis. The position does not confer any right to claim permanent employment with the Corporation.
Place of Work: Work location will be within the limits of the Greater Chennai Corporation.

Download Form: Visit the official GCC website (chennaicorporation.gov.in) and download the application form from the relevant recruitment notification.
Prepare Application Package: Submit the following documents together:
- Duly filled application form.
- A signed consent letter.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a recent photograph.
- Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates (B.V.Sc. degree, mark sheets).
- Certificate of Registration with TN Veterinary Council / VCI.
- Certificate(s) for Experience.
Submit Application: Send the complete application package BY POST or deliver IN PERSON to the following address before the deadline:
Chief Veterinary Officer,
Greater Chennai Corporation,
Ripon Buildings, Chennai – 600003.

Last Date for Receipt of Application: 16th December 2025, by 5:00 PM. Applications received after this date and time will not be considered.
Interview Date: 23rd December 2025.
Note on Travel: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Is this a permanent job with the Chennai Corporation?
No. This is a purely temporary, contractual position for a period of 12 months only. Selected candidates will have no claim to permanent employment.
What is the most critical document to submit with the application?
Apart from the B.V.Sc. degree, proof of registration with the Tamil Nadu Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India is mandatory. Applications without this will likely be rejected.
Can I email or submit my application online?
No. The application mode is strictly Offline. You must send a hard copy by post or deliver it in person to the specified address.
Where can I find the exact application form?
The prescribed application form must be downloaded for free from the official Greater Chennai Corporation website: www.chennaicorporation.gov.in. Do not use any other format.