The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna has released Advertisement No. 27/2026 for regular recruitment to 787 posts of Touring Veterinary Officer (Bharamanshil Pashu Chikitsa Padadhikari) and equivalent posts in the basic cadre of Bihar Veterinary Service, under the Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department, Government of Bihar. The online application window opened on 24 September 2026 and will close on 23 October 2026 at btsc.bihar.gov.in. The age cut-off date is 01 August 2026. The selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks (scaled to 75 marks) plus up to 25 marks for prior contractual work experience as a veterinary doctor, for a combined final merit score of 100. The application fee is Rs. 100, payable online only.
Important Note: Three important things every applicant must know before applying. First, no correction or amendment is allowed in the application after final submission. Review every field, category selection and uploaded document with extreme care before clicking submit. Second, reservation benefits including BC/EBC category benefits are available only to candidates who are permanent/domiciled residents of Bihar. For BC/EBC candidates, a caste certificate alone is not sufficient; a creamy-layer-free certificate must also be uploaded. Third, the work experience benefit (up to 25 marks) is only available to candidates who qualify the written examination. Even if you have contractual veterinary experience, you must first clear the CBT minimum qualifying mark for your category.
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), 19 Harding Road, Patna |
| Controlling Department | Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department, Government of Bihar |
| Advertisement No. | 27/2026 |
| Post Name | Touring Veterinary Officer (Bharamanshil Pashu Chikitsa Padadhikari) and Equivalent |
| Service | Basic Cadre of Bihar Veterinary Service |
| Total Vacancies | 787 |
| Recruitment Type | Regular Appointment |
| Pay Level | Level-9 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 (online payment only) |
| Age Cut-off Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Work Experience Cut-off Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only at btsc.bihar.gov.in |
| Application Opens | 24 September 2026 |
| Application Closes | 23 October 2026 |
| Official Website | btsc.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Work Experience Reckoning Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 24 September 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Certificate Issuance | 23 October 2026 |
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Vacancy 2026
Total vacancies: 787 posts across category-wise pools. PwBD reservation is earmarked within the total as follows: VH (Visually Handicapped) and HH (Hearing Handicapped) in Pool I; OH (Orthopedically Handicapped) and MH (Multiple Handicapped) in Pool II. Additionally, 11 posts are earmarked for grandchildren of freedom fighters. A 35% horizontal reservation for women is applicable as per Bihar Government rules, but only for candidates who are domiciled residents of Bihar.
Candidates are advised to check the category-wise detailed vacancy table in the official notification PDF at btsc.bihar.gov.in for the complete breakup including UR, SC, ST, BC, EBC and EWS.
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Salary 2026
| Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level-9 | Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold both of the following:
- A B.V.Sc. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) or B.V.Sc. and A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry) degree from a university recognised by the Veterinary Council of India
- Permanent registration with the Bihar Veterinary Council
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age (all candidates) | 21 years |
| Unreserved (Male) | 37 years |
| Unreserved (Women) | 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male and Female) | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male and Female) | 42 years |
Age Relaxation
- PwBD candidates: 10 years additional relaxation in the maximum age limit
- In-service regular Bihar Government servants with at least 3 continuous years of service: 5 years relaxation
- Veterinary doctors with prior contractual service under Bihar Government or a non-private Central Government/undertaking/corporation/board/autonomous body (including under Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department projects): relaxation equal to the contract period, subject to a maximum age limit of 8 years above the prescribed ceiling as on 01.08.2026
- Candidates who were within the prescribed age limit reckoned as on 01.08.2021 for the previous Touring Veterinary Officer/equivalent recruitment, or who have crossed the upper age limit between then and 01.08.2026, remain eligible for this advertisement provided other conditions are met
- Ex-servicemen: 3 years plus the length of military service, provided the candidate’s actual age does not exceed 57 years on the date of application
- Only one relaxation category is admissible per candidate, whichever is most beneficial
Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Rs. 100 |
The fee is payable online only through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Bank transaction charges, if any, are borne by the applicant. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process 2026
Selection is based on a combined merit score of 100 marks:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Competitive Examination (CBT), scaled to 75 | 75 |
| Work Experience (contractual service as veterinary doctor, max 5 years at 5 marks per year, pro-rata for part years) | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
Work experience marks are added only to candidates who qualify the written examination. The CBT is conducted in Computer Based Test mode.
Exam Pattern (CBT): Written Examination
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice (Objective) |
| Medium | Hindi and English (bilingual) |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Total Marks | 100 (scaled to 75 for merit) |
| Negative Marking | Yes: +1 per correct, -0.25 per wrong |
| Syllabus | B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree level, as prescribed by the requisitioning department |
Merit Score Formula
The written exam score (out of 100) is scaled to 75 by multiplying the candidate’s percentage marks by 0.75. Example: 60% in CBT = 60 x 0.75 = 45 marks out of 75. Work experience marks (out of 25) are then added to get the final merit score out of 100.
If multiple shifts are held, marks will be normalised across shifts.
Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 40% |
| Backward Class (BC) | 36.5% |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 34% |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD (Divyang) | 32% |
Candidates from outside Bihar (including women and PwBD from outside the state) must secure the General qualifying mark of 40%, irrespective of category. A 50% horizontal relaxation in the qualifying cut-off (across all categories) is available to candidates who graduated from veterinary colleges located within Bihar.
Work Experience Marks: Key Rules
- Work experience benefit is available only to those who qualify the CBT.
- Experience must be as a veterinary doctor on a contractual basis with the Bihar Government or a non-private institution (Central Government/undertaking/corporation/board/autonomous body), including under Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department projects.
- Maximum experience credited: 5 years at 5 marks per year (pro-rata for part years).
- The experience cut-off date is 24 September 2026. Experience after this date is not counted.
- Salary/service payment certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-I of the notification) is mandatory.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload all relevant certificates at the time of online application. Applications with missing uploads are liable to be cancelled.
- Matriculation (or equivalent) certificate (for date of birth verification)
- B.V.Sc. or B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree marksheets for all years and degree certificate/provisional certificate from a VCI-recognised university
- Permanent registration certificate from the Bihar Veterinary Council
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/BC/EBC) as applicable
- Creamy-layer-free certificate (compulsory for BC/EBC candidates, in addition to caste certificate)
- EWS certificate if applicable
- Permanent/domicile residence certificate of Bihar
- PwBD disability certificate (if applicable)
- Freedom fighter relationship certificate (for grandchildren of freedom fighters claiming earmarked posts)
- Salary/service payment certificate in prescribed Annexure-I format (for work experience claim or age relaxation on contractual service basis)
All certificates must be issued on or before 23 October 2026.
How to Apply for Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BTSC website at btsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the Apply Online link for Advertisement No. 27/2026 (Touring Veterinary Officer).
- Register and fill in all personal, educational and experience details carefully in the online form.
- Indicate your reservation category clearly; no reservation benefit will be given if this column is left blank.
- Enter your Aadhaar number as photo ID; if unavailable, enter another valid photo ID (PAN card, Driving Licence, etc.).
- Upload a recent photograph (taken within the last 3 months): full face and head visible, eyes open, plain white background, no shadow, no spectacles.
- Upload all required certificates and marksheets in the prescribed columns.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the application before 23 October 2026.
- Download and keep a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
Note: No correction or amendment is allowed after final submission. No offline or handwritten application is accepted.
Important Conditions for Applicants
- Reservation benefits (including category-wise age relaxation and qualifying mark relaxation) are available only to candidates who are permanent/domiciled residents of Bihar. The permanent address entered in the online application is treated as the domicile.
- The category selected at the time of application cannot be changed after registration.
- BC/EBC candidates must submit both the caste certificate and the creamy-layer-free certificate. A caste certificate alone is not sufficient.
- Transgender (Kinnar/Kothi/Hijra) candidates will get the reservation benefits available to Backward Classes, as per applicable Bihar Government resolutions.
- Only candidates who qualify the written examination are eligible for work experience marks and for document verification.
- The Commission’s own Medical Board may re-examine PwBD claims.
- Candidature based on forged or fake certificates will be cancelled at any stage, with legal action initiated.
- All recruitment-related information will be published only on btsc.bihar.gov.in. BTSC is not obligated to notify candidates separately by newspaper, SMS or email.
- The number of vacancies may change before the closing date based on further requisitions from the department.
- The Commission is not responsible for internet or banking disruptions during the application process. Apply well before the last date.
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. 27/2026) | Click Here |
| BTSC Official Website | Click Here |
Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Bihar BTSC Touring Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
787 posts of Touring Veterinary Officer and equivalent in the basic cadre of Bihar Veterinary Service, under Advertisement No. 27/2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
The online application window closes on 23 October 2026 at btsc.bihar.gov.in.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A B.V.Sc. or B.V.Sc. and A.H. degree from a Veterinary Council of India-recognised university, with permanent registration from the Bihar Veterinary Council.
Q4. What is the age limit for Bihar BTSC Veterinary Officer 2026?
Minimum 21 years, maximum 37 years (Unreserved male), 40 years (Unreserved women and BC/EBC), 42 years (SC/ST), all as on 01 August 2026, with additional relaxations available for PwBD, ex-servicemen, in-service government servants and candidates with contractual veterinary experience.
Q5. What is the pay scale for Bihar BTSC Touring Veterinary Officer?
Pay Level-9, with a pay range of Rs. 53,100 to Rs. 1,67,800, plus applicable allowances.
Q6. What is the selection process?
A 100-question CBT (scaled to 75 marks) plus up to 25 marks for prior contractual veterinary work experience, for a combined merit score out of 100.
Q7. What is the application fee?
Rs. 100 for all candidates, payable online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the BTSC Veterinary Officer CBT?
Yes. +1 mark for each correct answer and -0.25 mark for each wrong answer.
Q9. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply?
Yes, but they will not be eligible for category-based reservation benefits and must secure the General category qualifying mark of 40% in the CBT, regardless of their category.
Q10. What is the minimum qualifying mark for the BTSC Veterinary Officer CBT?
40% for General/Unreserved; 36.5% for BC; 34% for EBC; 32% for SC/ST/Women/PwBD. Candidates who graduated from veterinary colleges within Bihar get a 50% horizontal relaxation in these qualifying marks.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official Advertisement No. 27/2026 released by the Bihar Technical Service Commission, Patna on btsc.bihar.gov.in on 24 September 2026. The original notification is in Hindi; this article is translated and adapted from the official Hindi notification. Candidates must read the complete official notification carefully and apply only through the official portal at btsc.bihar.gov.in. JobShouter is not associated with BTSC or the Government of Bihar. This article is for informational purposes only.
