Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 – Veterinary Field Assistant 200 Posts

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has released Advertisement No. E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026, inviting online applications for 200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre under the department. The recruitment is issued in pursuance of Government of Assam approval vide letter No. E-837098/34 dated 26 August 2026.

Online applications open from 3 September 2026 at 10 AM and close on 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. If you have passed HSSLC (Class 12) in Science with Biology, are a permanent resident of Assam, and are between 18 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, you can apply for this recruitment.

Assam Veterinary Recruitment Details Post Name: Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre posts

Pay Scale: Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000 to ₹70,000 plus Grade Pay of ₹6,200 and other allowances as admissible from time to time

Residency: Candidates must be Indian citizens as defined under Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India and permanent residents of Assam, with a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes

Caste Certificate: SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates must upload a caste certificate issued by a competent authority of the Government of Assam, clearly indicating the caste, the Act/order under which it is recognized, and the candidate’s village or town of residence

Educational Qualification: Full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination passed in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University.

Application Fee: There is no application fee for any category of candidates applying for VFA Recruitment 2026.

Category-wise Vacancy Details CategoryPostsReserved for Women Open (UR)11234 OBC/MOBC7322 Tea Tribes2– SC51 ST (Plains)103 ST (Hills)NilNil Grand Total20060 PwBD Reservation: 8 posts (Deaf & Hard of Hearing 2, Locomotor Disability 2, Blindness & Low Vision 2, Autism etc. 2)

Ex-Servicemen Reservation: 4 posts

Age Limit Candidates should not be less than 18 years and not more than 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, as per Government of Assam Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51 dated 2 September 2020. Age is calculated on the basis of the HSLC Pass Certificate, HSLC Admit Card, or an equivalent certificate issued by a recognized Central or State Board/Council; no other document is accepted for this purpose. Candidates can use the age calculator to check their eligibility.

CategoryAge Relaxation SC/ST5 years OBC/MOBC3 years PwBD10 years Ex-Servicemen2 years PwBD Eligibility: Candidates applying under the PwBD category must have a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more, certified by a competent authority, under one of the specified categories of disability.

Selection Process Written Examination: Selection is made through an OMR-based written test of 120 minutes’ duration, carrying 100 marks against 100 questions of Class 12 (HSSLC Science) standard, covering the following subjects:

SubjectMarks Biology40 Chemistry20 Physics20 General Awareness20 Total100 Mandatory Training: Selected candidates must undergo a mandatory 1-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar, and its extended campuses under the AH&V Department. Candidates must pass this training before appointment.

How to Apply for VFA Recruitment 2026? Open the online application link from the Important Links section below. Register with your basic details and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category-wise details. Upload the required documents, including HSSLC marksheet, PRC, caste certificate (if applicable), Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book (if applicable), and a recent photograph. Review the filled application carefully and submit it before 23 September 2026, 11:59 PM. Save and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference. Important Dates of VFA Recruitment 2026 Notification Date26 August 2026 Apply Start Date3 September 2026 at 10 AM Apply Last Date23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM Written Exam DateTo be notified Discover more Science Recruitment Connecting South Asians Important Links of VFA Recruitment 2026 Application Form03-09-2026 Official NotificationClick Here WhatsApp ChannelClick Here Install Android AppClick Here Official WebsiteClick Here FAQs of VFA Recruitment 2026 How many posts are there in VFA Recruitment 2026?

200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre are being filled under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam.

What is the last date to apply for VFA Recruitment 2026?

Online applications close on 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applications opened on 3 September 2026 at 10 AM.

What is the educational qualification for VFA Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have passed the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/ Council/ University.

Is there any application fee for VFA Recruitment 2026?

No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.

What is the age limit for VFA Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST, OBC/MOBC, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates.

What is the selection process for VFA Recruitment 2026?

Selection is through a 120 minute OMR based written test of 100 marks covering Biology, Chemistry, Physics and General Awareness, followed by a mandatory 1 year training before appointment.

What is the pay scale for Veterinary Field Assistant?

Selected candidates will get Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000 to ₹70,000 plus Grade Pay of ₹6,200 and other allowances as admissible.