The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has released two recruitment notifications for 2026, inviting online applications for a combined total of 1,018 vacancies. The recruitment covers 787 Touring Veterinary Officer posts under Advertisement No. 27/2026 and 231 Fisheries Extension Officer posts under Advertisement No. 28/2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can apply online until October 23, 2026, by paying a ₹100 application fee for either recruitment.
Overview
| Organization | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Nos. | 27/2026 and 28/2026 |
| Post Names | Touring Veterinary Officer, Fisheries Extension Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 1,018 |
| Veterinary Officer Vacancies | 787 |
| Fisheries Extension Officer Vacancies | 231 |
| Qualification | B.V.Sc./B.V.Sc. & A.H. or B.F.Sc., post-wise |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years; upper limit category-wise |
| Pay Level | Level 9 / Level 7, post-wise |
| Application Fee | ₹100 |
| Selection Process | CBT + eligible work-experience marks + Document Verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Headquarters | Patna, Bihar |
| Last Date | October 23, 2026 |
Result Details
BTSC has published the recruitment notifications for both advertisements, and the application window is currently open. The notifications contain the post-wise vacancy break-up, eligibility conditions, age limits, pay levels, selection procedure and document requirements. No CBT date, result date or Document Verification schedule has been announced yet, and the commission will release these details separately on its official recruitment portal.
Vacancy List
| Advertisement | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 27/2026 | Touring Veterinary Officer | 787 |
| 28/2026 | Fisheries Extension Officer | 231 |
| Total | — | 1,018 |
Touring Veterinary Officer Recruitment – 787 Posts
Advertisement No. 27/2026 covers 787 Touring Veterinary Officer (Bharamanshil Pashu Chikitsa Padadhikari) vacancies. Candidates must hold either a B.V.Sc. or a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree from a university recognized by the Veterinary Council of India, along with permanent registration with the Bihar Veterinary Council. Applicants must be Indian citizens, and Bihar domicile is required for candidates seeking reservation benefits under the applicable state rules.
The Touring Veterinary Officer post carries Pay Level 9, with the listed pay scale of ₹53,100–₹1,67,800. Applicable allowances and service benefits will be governed by Bihar Government rules. The prescribed age starts from 21 years, with the upper age limit extending up to 42 years depending on category, as per the category-specific conditions and relaxations prescribed under Advertisement No. 27/2026.
Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment – 231 Posts
Advertisement No. 28/2026 covers 231 Matsya Prasar Padadhikari, or Fisheries Extension Officer, vacancies. The vacancies are distributed across Unreserved, EWS, SC, ST, EBC, BC and BC Women categories, and a 35% horizontal reservation for women of Bihar applies according to the prescribed state reservation provisions.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 96 |
| EWS | 23 |
| SC | 35 |
| ST | 2 |
| EBC | 41 |
| BC | 27 |
| BC Women | 7 |
| Total | 231 |
Candidates must possess a four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) from a College of Fisheries under an Agricultural University recognized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, as prescribed. Applicants must be Indian citizens. The Fisheries Extension Officer post carries Pay Level 7, and candidates should refer to Advertisement No. 28/2026 for the applicable salary and allowances.
The minimum age is 21 years as on August 1, 2026. The upper age limit is 37 years for Unreserved Male candidates, 40 years for Unreserved Female candidates, 40 years for BC/EBC candidates and 42 years for SC/ST candidates. Additional relaxation may apply to eligible PwBD candidates, Government employees, Ex-Servicemen and candidates covered by qualifying contractual-service provisions.
BTSC CBT and Selection Process
Both recruitments use a Computer Based Test, but candidates should follow the specific selection provisions of the advertisement for their post.
For the Touring Veterinary Officer post, the CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks. The examination is conducted in Hindi and English and has a duration of two hours. One mark is awarded for a correct answer and 0.25 mark is deducted for an incorrect response. The final merit score gives weight to the written examination (75 marks) and eligible contractual work experience (up to 25 marks). Eligible work experience can be considered up to the prescribed maximum of five years. The listed minimum qualifying standard for General candidates is 40%, with separate lower qualifying standards applying to eligible reserved categories according to the recruitment rules.
For the Fisheries Extension Officer post, the CBT also consists of 100 objective questions carrying 100 marks, with a duration of two hours. The marking scheme provides one mark for a correct response and a deduction of 0.25 mark for a wrong answer. The minimum qualifying standard is listed as 30%. For merit preparation, the CBT percentage is multiplied by 0.75, while up to 25 marks can be awarded for qualifying contractual service on the same post under the Bihar Government or eligible statutory bodies. Candidates qualifying according to the category-wise merit list will proceed to Document Verification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection process.
Application Fee
The application fee for both Advertisement No. 27/2026 and Advertisement No. 28/2026 is ₹100. The fee must be paid through the prescribed online payment facility.
Important Dates
| Event | Veterinary Officer (Advt. No. 27/2026) | Fisheries Extension Officer (Advt. No. 28/2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Start | September 24, 2026 | As per Advertisement No. 28/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 23, 2026 | October 23, 2026 |
| CBT Date | To be announced | To be announced |
| Document Verification | To be announced | To be announced |
Documents Required
Veterinary Officer applicants should keep their Matriculation certificate ready for proof of date of birth along with the B.V.Sc./B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree certificate and marksheets. Permanent registration with the Bihar Veterinary Council is mandatory and the relevant certificate must be available. Candidates claiming reservation or other benefits should also upload the applicable caste/category certificate, BC/EBC non-creamy-layer documentation, Bihar domicile certificate, PwBD certificate and freedom-fighter relationship certificate where relevant. Applicants claiming marks for qualifying contractual work experience must provide the prescribed salary/service or experience certificate in the required format.
Fisheries Extension Officer candidates should keep their Matriculation certificate, B.F.Sc. degree certificate and all relevant marksheets ready. A provisional degree certificate may be used where permitted by the recruitment conditions. Candidates should also prepare the applicable caste, domicile, EWS, PwBD, freedom-fighter and qualifying work-experience certificates. A valid photo ID, recent photograph and signature will also be required. Uploaded documents should be clear and legible, as deficient or unreadable documents can affect candidature.
How to Apply for BTSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Bihar Technical Service Commission recruitment website.
- Select Advertisement No. 27/2026 for Touring Veterinary Officer or Advertisement No. 28/2026 for Fisheries Extension Officer.
- Read the post-specific qualification, age, reservation and experience requirements carefully.
- Complete the online registration with accurate personal and contact details.
- Enter the required academic, registration and work-experience information.
- Upload the prescribed photograph, signature and eligibility documents.
- Candidates applying for Veterinary Officer should ensure that their Bihar Veterinary Council registration details are correctly entered.
- Candidates claiming contractual-service marks should upload the prescribed experience documentation.
- Pay the ₹100 application fee through the online payment facility.
- Review the application carefully and submit it by October 23, 2026.
- Save the final application and payment acknowledgement for the CBT and Document Verification stages.
Next Stage
Candidates should use the official Bihar Technical Service Commission website to access Advertisement Nos. 27/2026 and 28/2026, submit their respective online applications and check subsequent CBT, result and Document Verification notices.
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