The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Government of Assam, Chenikuthi, Guwahati, has released Advertisement No. E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026 in pursuance of Government of Assam approval letter No. E-837098/34 dated 26 August 2026, for recruitment of 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts. The online application window opens on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 23 September 2026 at 23:59 hours at animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in. There is no application fee for any category. Selection is through a 100-mark OMR-based written test of 120 minutes set at Class 12 (HSSLC Science) standard. Candidates selected must complete and pass a mandatory one-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science before appointment.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Four things that will disqualify you if overlooked. First, only candidates who have passed the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects are eligible – distance or part-time HSSLC candidates are not eligible, and candidates who have passed HSSLC in Arts or Commerce streams without Biology cannot apply. Second, a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes is mandatory and must be uploaded at the time of application; candidates without a valid Assam PRC are ineligible regardless of their address or domicile claims. Third, age proof will be accepted only from the HSLC Pass Certificate or HSLC Admit Card issued by a recognised Central or State Board/Council – no other document will be accepted for age calculation; if your date of birth is not clearly stated in your HSLC certificate, get it corrected before applying. Fourth, selection through the written test is not the end of the process – selected candidates must undergo and pass a one-year mandatory training at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar and its extended campuses; only candidates who pass the training will be appointed.
AHVD Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Government of Assam, Chenikuthi, Guwahati – 03 |
| Advertisement No. | E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026 |
| Post | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts |
| Total Posts | 200 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 plus Grade Pay Rs. 6,200 |
| Application Mode | Online only via animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
| Application Fee | Nil – no fee for any category |
| Application Opens | 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Application Closes | 23 September 2026 at 23:59 hours |
| Age Reckoned As On | 1 January 2026 |
| Selection Process | OMR-based written test – 100 marks, 120 minutes |
| Post-Selection Requirement | Mandatory 1-year training; appointment only on passing |
| Official Website | animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 26 August 2026 |
| Online application opens | 3 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online application closes | 23 September 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Age cut-off date | 1 January 2026 |
| Written test date | To be announced on animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
Vacancy Details – Category-wise
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (within category) |
|---|---|---|
| Open/Unreserved (UR) | 112 | 34 |
| OBC/MOBC (including 2 posts for Tea Tribes) | 73 | 22 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribe Plains – ST(P) | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe Hills – ST(H) | Nil | Nil |
| Total | 200 | 60 |
Horizontal Reservation (within the 200 posts):
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 8 (Deaf and Hard of Hearing: 2; Locomotor Disability: 2; Blindness and Low Vision: 2; Autism Spectrum Disorder: 2) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 4 |
Vacancies are filled as per the existing vacancy in each category per the Post Based Roster Register. 60 of the 200 posts are reserved for women across categories. The OBC/MOBC total of 73 includes 2 posts earmarked for Tea Tribe candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification: Pass in full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognised Board/Council/University. Distance or part-time HSSLC is not eligible.
Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
Domicile: Must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam. A valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes must be uploaded as proof.
Category certificates: SC/ST/OBC/MOBC caste certificates must be issued by the competent authority in the Government of Assam, clearly stating the candidate’s caste, the Act/order recognising it, and the candidate’s village/town of ordinary residence.
PwBD: Benchmark Disability of 40% or more, certified by the competent authority.
Ex-Servicemen: Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam, along with the Discharge Book, must be uploaded for candidates applying against the Ex-Servicemen reserved post.
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved/Open | 18 years | 40 years |
| SC/ST | 18 years | 45 years (5-year relaxation) |
| OBC/MOBC | 18 years | 43 years (3-year relaxation) |
| PwBD | 18 years | 50 years (10-year relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | 42 years (2-year relaxation) |
Age proof is accepted only from the HSLC Pass Certificate or HSLC Admit Card issued by a recognised Board/Council. No other document is accepted.
Pay Scale
Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 plus Grade Pay Rs. 6,200, as per the Assam Government pay structure for the VFA cadre.
Application Fee
No application fee is prescribed for any category of candidate. The application is entirely free.
Written Test Pattern
Selection is through a single OMR-based written test set at HSSLC (Science) standard.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Biology | 40 |
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Physics | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The test consists of 100 MCQ questions to be answered in 120 minutes. No negative marking has been mentioned in the notification.
Mandatory One-Year Training
This is a two-step appointment process. Candidates selected through the written test are not directly appointed. They must first complete and pass a mandatory one-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar and its extended campuses under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. Appointment as Veterinary Field Assistant is made only on successful completion and passing of this training.
How to Apply
- Visit animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in from 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.
- Register and fill in the online application form with personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the required documents: HSSLC Science mark sheet/certificate, HSLC certificate/admit card for age proof, and Assam PRC for domicile proof.
- Upload category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC) where applicable, issued by Assam competent authorities.
- PwBD candidates must upload a Benchmark Disability certificate showing 40% or more disability.
- Ex-Servicemen candidates must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card (from Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam) and Discharge Book.
- Submit the completed application before 23 September 2026 at 23:59 hours.
- No application fee is payable by any candidate.
Important Instructions
- The application window opens on 3 September 2026 – it is not yet open at the time of this publication.
- Assam PRC for educational purposes is mandatory; applications without it will not be entertained.
- Age proof is accepted exclusively from the HSLC Pass Certificate or HSLC Admit Card from a recognised Board/Council.
- HSSLC must be full-time in the Science stream with Biology. Distance/part-time HSSLC does not qualify.
- Selection through the written test is provisional; appointment is made only after passing the mandatory one-year training.
- There is no application fee for any category.
- The number of posts is as per the Post Based Roster Register and may vary.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification PDF – Advt. No. E-543943/71 | Apply Now |
| AHVD Assam Official Website | Apply Now |
Frequently Asked Questions – AHVD Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many posts are available in AHVD Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?
✅ 200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre across UR (112), OBC/MOBC (73, including 2 for Tea Tribes), SC (5) and ST(P) (10) categories, with 60 posts reserved for women across all categories, under Advertisement No. E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026.
Q2. When does the online application open and what is the last date?
✅ The application window opens on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 23 September 2026 at 23:59 hours. Applications at animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in are not yet open at the time of this publication.
Q3. Is there an application fee?
✅ No. There is no application fee for any category of candidate. The entire application process is free.
Q4. What is the educational qualification required?
✅ Pass in full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognised Board/Council/University. Distance or part-time HSSLC does not qualify.
Q5. Is an Assam PRC mandatory?
✅ Yes. A valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes must be uploaded at the time of application. Candidates without an Assam PRC are not eligible.
Q6. What documents are accepted as age proof?
✅ Only the HSLC Pass Certificate or HSLC Admit Card issued by a recognised Central or State Board/Council where the date of birth is clearly mentioned. No other document is accepted for age calculation.
Q7. What is the written test pattern?
✅ 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes, covering Biology (40 marks), Chemistry (20), Physics (20) and General Awareness (20), set at HSSLC Science standard.
Q8. What is the age limit?
✅ 18 to 40 years for Unreserved candidates as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Q9. Is appointment made directly after the written test?
✅ No. Selected candidates must undergo and pass a mandatory one-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar. Appointment is made only on successful completion of this training.
Q10. What is the pay scale for the VFA post?
✅ Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 plus Grade Pay Rs. 6,200 per month as per Assam Government pay rules for the VFA cadre.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026, issued by the Director, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Government of Assam, Chenikuthi, Guwahati – 03, in pursuance of Government of Assam approval letter No. E-837098/34 dated 26 August 2026, for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts. Online applications are accepted from 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM to 23 September 2026 at 23:59 hours at animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in. A valid Assam PRC is mandatory. Selection is through an OMR-based written test; selected candidates must additionally complete and pass a mandatory one-year training before appointment. No application fee is prescribed. Candidates must read the official notification in full before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Government of Assam, in any manner.
