The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna has invited online applications for regular appointment to 787 vacancies of Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post in the Bihar Veterinary Service under the Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24 September 2026 to 23 October 2026. Selection is based on a Computer Based Test and experience marks.
📌 Quick Highlights
🏛️ Organization: Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna
👨⚕️ Post: Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post
📊 Total Vacancies: 787
💰 Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-9, Rs. 53,100 – Rs. 1,67,800
🗓️ Last Date to Apply: 23 October 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| 🏛️ Organization Name | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna |
| 👨⚕️ Post Name | Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post |
| 🔢 Advertisement / Notification Number | 27/2026 |
| 📊 Total Vacancies | Total Vacancies: 787 |
| 📍 Job Location | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
| 💻 Application Mode | Online |
| 🌐 Official Website | www.btsc.bihar.gov.in |
| ▶️ Apply Start Date | 24 September 2026 |
| ⏰ Last Date to Apply | Last Date to Apply: 23 October 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post | 787 | Pay Matrix Level-9, Rs. 53,100 – Rs. 1,67,800 |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup
| Category | Total Vacancies | Women Reserved (35% Horizontal, Bihar Domicile) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 215+13* | 75 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 55 | 19 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 207 (114) | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 13 (7) | 02 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 195 (90) | 37 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 78 (10) | 24 |
| Backward Class Women (WBC) | 11 | 00 |
| Total | 787 | 190 |
Other Reservation Details
| Reservation | Details | Remark |
|---|---|---|
| Divyang / PwBD (Bihar domicile) | VH: 06+03*, HH: 06+03*, OH: 05+03*, MH: 05+04* | Horizontal reservation |
| Freedom Fighter’s descendants (Bihar domicile) | 11 | Horizontal reservation |
| Candidates from veterinary colleges located in Bihar | 50% in all reserved and unreserved categories | Horizontal reservation |
ℹ️ Important Notes
• Figures in brackets ( ) show backlog vacancies.
• The 13 Divyang posts marked with * (VH-03, HH-03, OH-03, MH-04) are anticipated within the Unreserved category.
• Divyang types: VH/VI = blind and low vision; HH = deaf and hard of hearing; OH = locomotor disability; MH = multiple disabilities, including autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability and mental illness.
• Vacancies may increase or decrease if the requisition is amended.
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification | Additional Requirement / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post | B.V.Sc. degree OR B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree from a university recognised by the Veterinary Council of India (compulsory) | Must be permanently registered with the Bihar Veterinary Council. Minimum Experience: Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years as on 01 August 2026
- Age Calculation Date: 01 August 2026
- The date of birth in the Matriculation or equivalent certificate will be accepted.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 37 years |
| Unreserved Women | 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male / Female) | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male / Female) | 42 years |
Age Relaxation
Only one relaxation applies to a candidate.
- ♿ Persons with disabilities: 10 years.
- 🏢 Regular Bihar Government employees with 3 years of continuous service applying for a higher pay scale post: 5 years.
- 💼 Candidates who worked on a similar post in a non-private institution under the Bihar or Central Government, and veterinarians working on contract in projects of the Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resources Department: relaxation equal to the period worked, up to a maximum of 8 years (cut-off date 01 August 2026).
- 📅 Candidates who were within the age limit, or crossed it, between 01 August 2021 and 01 August 2026 (the age cut-off date of the previous recruitment): eligible if they meet the other conditions.
- 🎖️ Ex-servicemen: 3 years plus the period of defence service, provided actual age on the date of application does not exceed 57 years.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | Rs. 100 | Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI (online mode only) |
💡 Bank charges, if any, are to be paid by the candidate.
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 October 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Experience Calculated Up To | 24 September 2026 |
| Certificates Must Be Issued On or Before | 23 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
🧪 Selection Process
Selection is based on a written competitive examination and experience, followed by document verification.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Written Competitive Exam (Computer Based Test) | 75 marks. Marks obtained are converted by multiplying the percentage by 0.75 (for example, 60% becomes 45 marks). |
| 2️⃣ Experience (contract work on a similar post) | Maximum 25 marks. 5 marks per year of work, calculated proportionately by days worked. Given only to candidates who pass the written exam. |
| 3️⃣ Document Verification | Qualified candidates are called according to the category-wise merit list. |
Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Questions | 100 multiple-choice questions, in Hindi and English |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Syllabus | B.V.Sc. & A.H. level, to be published on the BTSC website |
| Negative Marking | 1 mark for each correct answer; 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Normalization | Applied, as the exam may be held in more than one shift |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 40% |
| Backward Class (BC) | 36.5% |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 34% |
| SC / ST / Women / Divyang | 32% |
⚠️ Candidates from outside Bihar (including women and Divyang) must score the General minimum of 40%.
✍️ How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.btsc.bihar.gov.in or use the Apply Online link given below.
- Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility.
- Keep scanned copies of these documents ready, all issued on or before 23 October 2026: Matriculation certificate; B.V.Sc. or B.V.Sc. & A.H. marksheets of all years and degree or provisional certificate; Bihar Veterinary Council permanent registration certificate; caste, non-creamy layer or EWS certificate, as applicable; domicile certificate; disability certificate and ex-servicemen documents, if claiming those benefits; salary payment certificate in the prescribed format (Appendix-I), if claiming experience marks.
- Fill in the online application. Enter your Aadhaar number as photo ID; if it is not available, PAN card or driving licence can be used.
- Claim reservation, disability, scribe and experience in the relevant columns. Benefits are not given if not claimed in the application.
- Upload a recent photograph (taken within the last 3 months, white background, face and head visible, eyes open, no shadow, glasses removed) and the documents.
- Pay the Rs. 100 application fee online.
- Download and keep a printout of the final application and the fee receipt. No changes are allowed after submission.
🔗 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| 📄 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| 📝 Apply Online Link | Apply Online |
| 🌐 Official Website | www.btsc.bihar.gov.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who has released the Itinerant Veterinary Officer recruitment notification?
The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna, through Advertisement No. 27/2026.
2. How many vacancies are available?
There are 787 vacancies of Itinerant Veterinary Officer and Equivalent Post.
3. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date is 23 October 2026. Applications started on 24 September 2026.
4. What is the educational qualification required?
A B.V.Sc. or B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree from a university recognised by the Veterinary Council of India, along with permanent registration with the Bihar Veterinary Council.
5. What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 21 years as on 01 August 2026. The maximum age is 37 years for Unreserved, 40 years for Unreserved Women and BC/EBC, and 42 years for SC/ST.
6. What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs. 100, payable online only.
7. What is the pay scale?
Pay Matrix Level-9, Rs. 53,100 – Rs. 1,67,800.
8. What is the selection process?
A Computer Based Test (75 marks after conversion) plus experience marks (up to 25), followed by document verification.
⚖️ Disclaimer
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.
