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Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts

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Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

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Organization NameDirectorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Government of Assam
Post NameVeterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre posts
Total Vacancies200
Application ModeOnline only, via animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in
Job LocationChenikuthi, Guwahati-03, Assam
Notification NumberE-543943/71
Last Updated28 Aug 2026

Assam VFA Important Dates

EventDate Time
Online Application Start3 September 2026, 10:00 hrs
Online Application Closing23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs
Age Reckoning Date01 January 2026

Assam VFA Vacancy 2026 (Category-wise)

Note: RFW = Reserved for Women. PwBD = Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Ex-Servicemen candidates must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam, along with the Discharge Book, while applying for the reserved post.
CategoryPostsReserved For Women Rfw Within Category
Open/Unreserved (UR)11234
OBC/MOBC (incl. 2 posts for Tea Tribes)7322
Scheduled Caste (SC)51
Scheduled Tribe (Plains) – ST(P)103
Scheduled Tribe (Hills) – ST(H)NilNil
Grand Total20060
Horizontal Reservation (within the 200 posts)
CategoryPosts
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)08 total – Deaf & Hard of Hearing: 02; Locomotor Disability etc.: 02; Blindness & Low Vision: 02; Autism etc.: 02
Ex-Servicemen4

Assam VFA Eligibility 2026

RequirementDetails
Educational QualificationFull-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination pass in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University
CitizenshipMust be an Indian citizen as defined under Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India
DomicileMust be a permanent resident of the State of Assam; a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes must be uploaded as proof of domicile
PwBD CategoryMust possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more, supported by a certificate from the competent authority
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC)Must be issued by the Government of Assam competent authority, clearly indicating the candidate's caste, the Act/order recognizing it as SC/ST/OBC/MOBC, and the candidate's village/town of ordinary residence

Assam VFA Age Limit

Note: Age will be calculated based on the HSLC Pass Certificate/HSLC Admit Card/Certificate issued by a recognized Central/State Board/Council, where the age/date of birth is clearly reflected. No other document will be accepted in lieu of this for age calculation.
ParticularDetail
Age LimitMinimum 18 years, maximum 40 years, as on 01-01-2026 (per Govt. Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51 dated 02-09-2020)
Upper Age Relaxation
CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST candidates5 years
OBC/MOBC candidates3 years
PwBD candidates10 years
Ex-Servicemen candidates2 years

Assam VFA Written Test Pattern

Selection for the entry-level cadre of Veterinary Field Assistant (or its equivalent post) is through an OMR-based written test of 120 minutes duration, for 100 marks across 100 questions, set at Class 12 (HSSLC Science) standard. The test is HSSLC(Science)-level, multiple-choice (MCQ) format.
PaperSubjectMarks
1Biology40
2Chemistry20
3Physics20
4General Awareness20
Total (100 questions, 120 minutes)100

Mandatory One-Year Training

Selected candidates must undergo a mandatory 1 (one) 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 Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. Candidates must pass this training before appointment.

Documents Required

HSSLC (Class 12) Science stream mark sheet/certificate, with Biology as a subject HSLC Pass Certificate/HSLC Admit Card, or equivalent certificate from a recognized Board/Council, for age proof Valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam, for proof of domicile Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates, issued by the competent authority in Assam PwBD certificate (Benchmark Disability 40% or more), issued by the competent authority, for candidates applying under the PwBD category Ex-Servicemen Identity Card (issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam) and Discharge Book, for Ex-Servicemen candidates applying against the reserved post

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Visit the official website: animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in.
  • 2Register and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
  • 3Upload the required documents, including the Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC), educational certificates, and category/reservation certificates as applicable.
  • 4Ex-Servicemen candidates applying against the reserved post must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card (issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam) and Discharge Book.
  • 5Review all details carefully and submit the application between 3 September 2026, 10:00 hrs and 23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs.
  • 6No application fee is payable by any category of candidate.

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1How many VFA posts are available?
A
200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant and its allied cadre, under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam.
Q2What is the last date to apply?
A
23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs.
Q3What is the educational qualification required?
A
A pass in the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects.
Q4Is there an application fee?
A
No. There is no application fee for any category of candidate.
Q5What is the age limit?
A
18 to 40 years as on 01-01-2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Q6What is the selection process?
A
A 100-mark OMR-based written test (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and General Awareness) of 120 minutes, at Class 12 standard.
Q7Is training required after selection?
A
Yes, selected candidates must complete and pass a mandatory 1-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science before appointment.
Q8How can I apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts?
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Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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