Assam VFA Recruitment 2026: Application of 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts

Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026: Application of 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts

An official notification has been issued by the Director of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Assam. This notification pertains to the recruitment advertisement of 200 Veterinary Field Assistants (VFAs) and allied cadre vacancies. It has been officially notified on 26th August 2026, after obtaining approval from the Government of Assam.
Eligible applicants who are permanent residents of Assam and possess an HSSLC (Class 12) pass degree in the science stream having biology subjects may apply online.
Online application process will commence from 3rd September 2026, 10:00 AM and will be available till 23rd September 2026, 11:59 PM. No application fee will be charged from the applicant of any category.

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 – Overview

VFA Assam Vacancy 2026

Total 200 vacancies have been declared by the Government of Assam for the positions of Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre posts.

As per the notification, the total number of vacancies is 112 UR vacancies, 34 OBC/MOBC vacancies, 22 SC vacancies, 5 ST(P) vacancies, and 10 ST(H) vacancies, including the reserved categories as mentioned in the Post Based Roster Register. Also, the notification offers 8 posts for the candidates from PwBD category and 4 posts for Ex-Servicemen category.

PwBD Reservation

The advertisement specifies PwBD reservation covering:

• Deaf & Hard of Hearing – 2 posts
• Locomotor Disability etc. – 2 posts
• Blindness & Low Vision – 2 posts
• Autism etc. – 2 posts

Candidates claiming PwBD reservation must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more and produce the required certificate issued by the competent authority.

Salary of Veterinary Field Assistant

The selected candidates will get the salary in Pay Band 2 of ₹14,000 – ₹70,000 along with Grade Pay of ₹6,200.

As such, the recruitment process offers a regular government salary along with the other allowances as per the government rules applicable.

Educational Qualifications

For direct recruitment to the Veterinary Field Assistant post, the candidates should have passed:

HSSLC (Class 12) in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects.

Age Limit

The candidate must be:

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 40 years

The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.

Relaxation in the upper age limit is available according to the applicable government provisions:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC/MOBC: 3 years
• PwBD: 10 years
• Ex-Servicemen: 2 years

The candidate's date of birth will be verified using the HSLC Pass Certificate, HSLC Admit Card or certificate issued by a recognized Central/State Board or Council.

Requirements For Being An Assamese Domicile

The following recruitment process is highly applicable for those applicants who are residents of Assam.

Applicants should be an Indian citizen based on Articles 5 to 8 of the Indian Constitution and have a Permanent Residence in Assam.

In order to prove their domicile status, candidates are required to upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam.

Assam VFA Selection Process

The selection process includes an OMR-based written examination.

The written test will carry:

• 100 questions
  
• 100 marks
  
• 120 minutes duration
  
• HSSLC (Science) level
  
• MCQ format

Written Examination Pattern

The examination will therefore give the highest weight to Biology, which carries 40 marks, while Chemistry, Physics and General Awareness carry 20 marks each.

Training for One Year

Those individuals who qualify for the Veterinary Field Assistant entry-level cadre shall have to undergo training for one year.

This training program will comprise basic knowledge about Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, and this will take place at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar, along with its other extension centers within the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Candidates from all categories are not required to pay any fee for submitting the online application.

Important Dates

The official advertisement confirms that applications will be accepted from 10:00 AM on 3 September 2026 until 11:59 PM on 23 September 2026.

How to Apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026

Interested and eligible candidates will be able to submit their applications online through the official website of the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Assam.

Steps to Apply

Visit the official Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department website.

1. Open the VFA and allied cadre recruitment application link.
   
2. Complete the online application form with accurate personal and educational information.
   
3. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
   
4. Check all information carefully before final submission.
   
5. Submit the application before the deadline.
   
6. Keep a copy of the submitted application and relevant documents for future reference.
7. The official advertisement directs candidates to animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in for the detailed recruitment information and online application.

Documents to Keep Ready

Candidates should carefully follow the official application instructions and keep their relevant documents ready, including documents supporting:

• Educational qualification
• Date of birth
• Assam domicile/PRC
• Caste category, where applicable
• PwBD status, where applicable
• Ex-Servicemen status, where applicable

Candidates claiming reservation must upload the documents prescribed in the official advertisement. For example, Ex-Servicemen candidates are required to upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam and Discharge Book while applying for the reserved post.

Important Links

Official Department Website:
https://animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in/

Online Application:
https://animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in/

Official Recruitment Advertisement:
The complete advertisement should be checked on the official Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department website before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many posts are available in Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?

There are 200 Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre posts under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Assam.

When will the Assam VFA application process start?

Online applications will start on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.

What is the educational qualification?

Candidates must have passed HSSLC/Class 12 in Science stream with Biology from a recognized Board, Council or University.

What is the age limit?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026, subject to applicable relaxation.

Is there any application fee?

No. The official advertisement states that candidates of all categories are not required to pay an application fee.

Is there a written examination?

Yes. Selection includes an OMR-based written test of 100 marks with 100 questions, with a duration of 120 minutes.

What subjects are included in the written test?

The examination covers Biology, Chemistry, Physics and General Awareness at HSSLC Science level.

Is Assam domicile required?

Yes. Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam and must upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes.

Is training required after selection?

Yes. Selected candidates must undergo one year of mandatory training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science and pass the training before appointment.

Conclusion

This Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 will allow eligible HSSLC Science students who have Biology to work in the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Assam. This recruitment has 200 vacancies and a pay scale of ₹14,000–₹70,000 along with ₹6,200 Grade Pay. There is no application fee for this recruitment and it is a great opportunity for eligible applicants.

The applicants are requested to go through the official notification carefully and apply online during the given period from 3 September to 23 September 2026.