Introduction
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement No. 11/2026 (eCF No. 819767/96) inviting online applications for 137 Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) posts in the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Government of Assam. The recruitment is open to permanent residents of Assam holding a degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, with applications accepted from 07 August 2026 to 06 September 2026.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name |
Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) |
| Total Vacancies |
137 |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Start Date |
07 August 2026 |
| Last Date |
06 September 2026 |
| Official Website |
apscrecruitment.in |
Post & Organization Details
| Organisation |
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Department |
Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Govt. of Assam |
| Job Location |
Assam |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
No. of Posts (Category-wise Reservation) |
| Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) |
137 (Open: 106 – 32 women; OBC/MOBC: 6 – 2 women; OBC/MOBC Tea Tribe & Adivasi: 1; SC: 11 – 3 women; STP: 9 – 3 women; STH: 4 – 1 woman; PwBD: 4 (Blindness & Low Vision‑1, Deaf & Hard of Hearing‑1, Locomotor‑1, Autism‑1); Ex‑Servicemen: 2) |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality & Domicile
- Indian citizen as defined in Articles 5‑8 of the Constitution.
- Permanent resident of Assam. Proof: Permanent Resident Certificate (Assam) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
Educational Qualification
- Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science from a recognized university/institution.
- Upload mark sheets/grade sheets of each semester/year and final pass certificate.
Age Limit
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
Upper Age Limit (as on 01‑01‑2026) |
| General |
None |
38 years |
| SC/ST |
5 years |
43 years |
| OBC/MOBC |
3 years |
41 years |
| PwBD (Benchmark Disability) |
10 years (irrespective of category) |
Not specified |
| Ex‑Servicemen |
3 years for OBC/MOBC, 5 years for SC/ST over the unreserved limit |
50 years (unreserved) |
Pay Scale & Salary
| Pay Scale |
Rs. 30,000 – 1,10,000 per month |
| Grade Pay |
Rs. 12,700 |
| Pay Band |
4 |
| Allowances |
Other allowances as admissible to Assam State Government employees |
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee (Rs.) |
Processing Fee by CSC‑SPV (Rs.) |
Total Amount (Rs.) |
| General |
250 |
47.20 |
297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC |
150 |
47.20 |
197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD |
NIL |
47.20 |
47.20 |
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date |
03 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
07 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date |
06 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment |
08 September 2026 |
Selection Process
- APSC will issue a corrigendum/addendum specifying the mode of selection (written test, interview, etc.).
- Examination (if any) may be conducted zone‑wise across six zones covering all districts of Assam.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview/Viva‑Voce at a place fixed by the Commission.
- Final merit list will be prepared based on the prescribed selection criteria.
- Selected candidates will be appointed on the advertised pay scale and allowances.
How to Apply
- Visit the official APSC recruitment portal: apscrecruitment.in.
- Click on Register Here and complete the One‑Time Registration (OTR) with a valid email address and mobile number.
- Log in using the registered credentials.
- Fill in all required personal and academic details; mandatory fields are marked with an asterisk (*).
- Upload the following documents in PDF format (max 4 MB each, 200 dpi, greyscale):
- Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
- Degree mark sheets/grade sheets and final pass certificate in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
- Class‑X / Class‑XII admit card or mark sheet showing date of birth.
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable).
- PwBD certificate (if applicable).
- Ex‑Servicemen ID Card and Discharge Book (if applicable).
- Recent photograph (50 KB‑200 KB) and signature (50 KB‑200 KB).
- Tick the declaration checkbox to enable the Preview option and verify all entered information.
- Click Proceed to Pay and complete the fee payment (or pay at a CSC if you lack internet banking facilities).
- After successful payment, submit the application. No further editing is allowed.
- Download and print the submitted Online Application Form for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The online application must be submitted by 06 September 2026.
- Who is eligible to apply for the VO/BVO posts?
Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam and hold a degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
- What is the age limit for general category candidates?
Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years as on 01‑01‑2026.
- Is there any application fee for SC/ST candidates?
No. SC/ST, BPL, and PwBD candidates are exempt from the application fee (only the processing fee of Rs. 47.20 is applicable).
- How can I pay the application fee?
Fee can be paid online through the portal using debit/credit card or net banking, or at a Common Service Center (CSC) if online facilities are unavailable.
- What documents should I keep ready for the interview?
Originals of domicile proof, degree certificates, mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate, Ex‑Servicemen ID, recent photograph, signature, and any relevant experience certificates.
