Highlights
| Post |
Food Analyst (Khadya Vishleshan) |
| Organization |
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
| Total Vacancies |
11 (UR-02, SC-01, BC-02, EBC-03, Women-03 horizontal reservation) |
| Pay Scale |
Revised Pay Structure Level‑09 (Pre‑revised Pay Band‑2: Rs. 9,300–34,800 /‑, Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 /‑) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via BTSC website) |
| Selection Mode |
Written Examination – Computer Based Test (CBT), 100 Marks, 2 Hours |
| Last Date to Apply |
19‑06‑2026 |
Post & Organization Details
| Commission Name |
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), 19, Hardinge Road, Patna |
| Advertisement No. |
24/2026 |
| Post Name |
Food Analyst (Khadya Vishleshan) |
| Department |
Bihar Food Protection Service, Health Department, Bihar |
| Pay Scale |
Revised Pay Structure Level‑09 (Pre‑revised Pay Band‑2: Rs. 9,300–34,800 /‑, Grade Pay Rs. 5,400 /‑) |
| Total Vacancies |
11 (UR‑02, SC‑01, BC‑02, EBC‑03, Women‑03 horizontal reservation) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via BTSC website) |
| Selection Mode |
Written Examination – Computer Based Test (CBT), 100 Marks, 2 Hours |
| Official Website |
https://www.btsc.bihar.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Department |
Total Vacancies |
| Health Department, Bihar, Patna |
10 (UR row) / 1 (reserved row) |
Note: 35% horizontal reservation for women (applicable to Bihar domicile women only) within each category.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Option |
Details |
| Option 1 – Educational Degree |
Bachelor’s / Master’s / Doctorate degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Dairy Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Fisheries Science, Biotechnology / Food Technology, Food Safety, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Oil Technology, or any equivalent qualification recognized by the Central Government, and minimum 3 years experience in food analysis. |
| Option 2 – Mandatory Additional Qualification |
Candidate must have passed the Food Analyst examination conducted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), New Delhi. |
Age Limit (as on 01‑08‑2026)
| Category |
Age Limit |
| General (Unreserved) |
21 to 37 years |
| Unreserved Women |
21 to 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male / Female) |
21 to 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male / Female) |
21 to 42 years |
| Divyang (PH) |
Additional 10 years relaxation over applicable category limit |
| Regular Bihar Govt. Employees (3 years continuous service) |
Additional 5 years relaxation over applicable upper age limit |
Pay Scale & Salary
The selected candidates will be appointed under the Revised Pay Structure Level‑09 with a pay band of Rs. 9,300–34,800 per month and a Grade Pay of Rs. 5,400. Other allowances as per the Bihar Government rules will be applicable.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| All Candidates |
Rs. 100 (non‑refundable) |
Fee to be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI. No offline/cash payment is accepted.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Opening of Online Application Portal |
20‑05‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission |
19‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date for Certificate/Marksheet Upload |
19‑06‑2026 |
| Age Calculated As On |
01‑08‑2026 |
| Written Examination Date |
To be notified on BTSC website |
Selection Process
- Written Competitive Examination (Computer Based Test) – 100 MCQs, 2 hours, bilingual (Hindi & English).
- Result declaration and qualification based on category‑wise minimum qualifying marks:
- General (UR) – 40 %
- BC – 36.5 %
- EBC – 34 %
- SC / ST / Women / Divyang (PH) – 32 %
- Document Verification of candidates who have qualified the written exam, in the ratio prescribed for each category.
- Final merit list prepared on the basis of written examination marks (normalisation applied if multiple sessions).
Negative marking: +1 for correct answer, −0.25 for wrong answer.
How to Apply
- Visit the official BTSC portal: https://www.btsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Click on the “Recruitment” / “Career” section and select “Food Analyst Recruitment 2026”.
- Read the notification carefully and click on “Apply Online”.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number. An OTP will be sent for verification.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience as per the eligibility criteria.
- Upload the following documents (PDF/JPEG, max 200 KB each):
- Matriculation (Class 10) certificate/marksheet (date of birth proof).
- Degree certificate and mark sheets for the qualifying degree.
- Experience certificate for minimum 3 years in food analysis.
- Certificate of passing the FSSAI Food Analyst examination.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 through the available online modes.
- Review all entered information and uploaded documents carefully.
- Submit the application and note down the generated Application ID for future reference.
- A confirmation email/SMS will be sent to the registered email and mobile number.
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FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate degree in Chemistry or any related science (as listed) with at least 3 years of experience in food analysis, plus passing the FSSAI Food Analyst exam.
- What is the age limit for General category candidates?
Candidates must be between 21 and 37 years as on 01‑08‑2026. Age relaxations apply for women, BC/EBC, SC/ST, Divyang and regular Bihar government employees.
- Is there any reservation for women?
Yes, a 35% horizontal reservation for Bihar domicile women is applicable across all categories.
- How much is the application fee?
The non‑refundable fee is Rs. 100 for all candidates, payable online only.
- When will the written examination be held?
The exact date will be announced on the BTSC website after the last date of application (19‑06‑2026).
