HP Pashu Mitra Policy 2025 Notification (Multi-Task Worker): 10th Pass, 18–45 Years, ₹5,000 Honorarium
Overview: What is Pashu Mitra Policy 2025?
The Himachal Pradesh Government has notified the Pashu Mitra Policy-2025 (Multi-Task Worker) to strengthen doorstep animal-husbandry services and to create village-level jobs. Pashu Mitras will be deployed in veterinary institutions/Gram Panchayats, especially where Class-IV posts are vacant.
Animal Husbandry, Government of Himachal Pradesh
Honorarium basis (not regular)
₹5,000 per month
4 hours duty per day
Vacancy, Duty Hours & Salary
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Engagement | Pashu Mitra (Multi-Task Worker) under notified policy |
| Deployment | In place of vacant Class-IV posts in veterinary institutions |
| Duty Hours | 4 hours per day |
| Honorarium | ₹5,000 per month (fixed) |
| Leave | 1 leave per month |
| Maternity Benefit | Women: 180 days | Miscarriage: 45 days |
Eligibility & Age Limit
- Education: Matric (10th) pass
- Age Limit: 18 to 45 years
- Domicile: Local resident of the concerned Panchayat/Urban Ward (preference)
- Desirable: Experience/interest in animal husbandry
Physical Test (Qualifying)
The Physical Test will be conducted by the Pashu Mitra Engagement Committee chaired by the local SDM; members include the Assistant Director (Animal Husbandry) and the Senior Veterinary Officer (Member-Secretary).
Selection Method & Merit Matrix
Candidates who qualify the Physical Test will be assessed on a merit matrix. The maximum weightage for academic qualification and socio-economic parameters is detailed below.
| Component | Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | Up to 85 | As per 10th marks/criteria decided by department |
| Registered Cattle at Home | Up to 4.5 | Weightage if the candidate’s family has registered livestock |
| Local Resident of Same Panchayat | 1 | Residence where the Pashu Mitra is to be engaged |
| SC/ST/OBC | 1 | Social category weightage |
| Widow/Divorcee/Single Woman | 1.5 | Socio-economic support |
| BPL/Economically Weaker | 1.5 | Based on valid certificate |
| Single Daughter/Orphan | 1 | As per certificate |
| Landless / < 1 Hectare Land | 2 | Rural landholding criteria |
| NSS Certificate Holder | 1 | National Service Scheme certificate |
Note: Final selection will be purely on merit after qualifying the physical test and document verification.
Leave & Other Conditions
- One paid leave per month; women are eligible for 180 days maternity leave; miscarriage case: 45 days leave.
- Pashu Mitra shall not claim regularization; engagement is strictly as per policy terms.
- Performance and conduct will be reviewed by the veterinary institution/committee periodically.
How to Apply (District-wise)
- Watch for district-wise advertisements issued by the Deputy Director (Animal Husbandry) of the concerned district.
- Download/collect the application form and attached checklist from the office/official portal.
- Fill the form neatly, attach self-attested documents (10th mark sheet, domicile, category, BPL, landholding, NSS, local residence, livestock registration etc.).
- Submit the application at the designated office/committee within the announced timeline.
- Appear for the Physical Test on the scheduled date with original ID proofs.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Policy Notification | As notified in 2025 (district notices to follow) |
| District Advertisement | To be issued by respective Deputy Directors |
| Application Window | To be announced district-wise |
| Physical Test | As per schedule in notice |
Related Updates (HP Govt Jobs)
- HP Animal Husbandry latest recruitments
- HP Class-IV & 10th Pass Jobs
- District-wise Govt Job Notices in Himachal
FAQs: HP Pashu Mitra Policy 2025
What is the honorarium for Pashu Mitra?
Pashu Mitra will receive a fixed honorarium of ₹5,000 per month.
What is the daily duty time?
Duty will be 4 hours per day.
What is the physical test?
Carry 25 kg weight for 100 metres within 1 minute. The district committee will conduct the test.
Who gets additional weightage?
SC/ST/OBC, widow/divorcee/single woman, BPL/EWS, single daughter/orphan, landless/<1 hectare landholders, NSS certificate holders, local residents of the same Panchayat, and candidates with registered livestock at home—all receive marks as per the matrix above.
Is this a regular government job?
No. It is an honorarium-based engagement under policy terms; there is no claim for regularization.
What are the education and age requirements?
10th pass; age 18–45 years on the cut-off date notified in the district advertisement.
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