APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 137 Posts
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name | Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) |
| Total Vacancies | 137 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Assam |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 03/08/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 07/08/2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 06/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | 08/09/2026 |
| Exam Date | Check Official Notification |
| Interview Date | Check Official Notification |
| Counselling Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission Start Date | Check Official Notification |
| Admission End Date | Check Official Notification |
| Walk-in Date | Check Official Notification |
| Result Date | Check Official Notification |
Application / Registration Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Rs.) | Processing Fee by CSC-SPV (Rs.) | Total Amount (Rs.) | Payment Mode | Fee Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 250 | 47.20 | 297.20 | Online / Debit Card / Net Banking | 08/09/2026 |
| OBC/MOBC | 150 | 47.20 | 197.20 | Online / Debit Card / Net Banking | 08/09/2026 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | NIL | 47.20 | 47.20 | Online / Debit Card / Net Banking | 08/09/2026 |
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancy / Seat Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Min Age | Max Age | Education Qualification | Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Pay Band |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) | 137 | 21 years | 38 years (as on 01-01-2026) | Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science from a recognized University/Institution | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 1,10,000 per month | Rs. 12,700 | 4 |
Category-wise Reservation Breakup
| S. No. | Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open Category (of which 32 reserved for women) | 106 |
| 2 | OBC/MOBC (of which 2 reserved for women) | 6 |
| 3 | OBC/MOBC Tea Tribe & Adivasi Community | 1 |
| 4 | SC (of which 3 reserved for women) | 11 |
| 5 | STP (of which 3 reserved for women) | 9 |
| 6 | STH (of which 1 reserved for women) | 4 |
| 7 | PwBD (Blindness & Low Vision-1, Deaf & Hard of Hearing-1, Locomotor Disability-1, Autism-1) | 4 |
| 8 | Ex-Servicemen | 2 |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years | 43 years |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 years | 41 years |
| PwBD (Benchmark Disability) | 10 years, irrespective of SC/ST/OBC/UR category | Not specified in the official notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 5 years for SC/ST over the unreserved limit | 50 years (Unreserved category) as on 01-01-2026 |
Note: Candidates with less than 40% disability will not be considered for any relaxation applicable to Persons with Benchmark Disability. Ex-servicemen candidates must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office and Discharge Book while applying for the reserved post.
Selection / Admission / Evaluation Process
- Screening / Written Test — The Commission will decide the mode of selection considering the status, cadre, and grade of the post, and the number of applications received.
- Personal Interview / Viva-Voce — Candidates must attend a personal interview/Viva-Voce at a place fixed by the Commission if required. The Commission does not defray travelling or other expenses of candidates summoned for interview.
- Zone-wise Examination — The Commission may conduct the examination/test zone-wise depending on the number of candidates from each district, based on six zones: Silchar, Jorhat, Nagaon, Tezpur, Kokrajhar, and Guwahati.
- Document Verification — Original documents with self-attested copies must be produced at the time of interview.
- Provisional Admission — Admission at all stages of selection is purely provisional and subject to satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions; candidature may be cancelled at any stage if found ineligible.
How to Apply / Register / Check Status
- Visit the official APSC recruitment website: apscrecruitment.in
- New applicants must click on 'Register Here' and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process with basic details, using a valid and active email address and mobile number.
- After registration, log in using the registered email/mobile number and password.
- Fill in all required registration details as asked in the form; mandatory fields are marked with an asterisk (*).
- Read the eligibility criteria carefully before applying.
- Upload required documents/certificates (Date of Birth, Educational Qualifications, caste/category, etc.) in PDF format, not exceeding 4 MB, legible in print, scanned at 200 dpi in greyscale (recommended).
- Upload a recent Photograph (50 KB – 200 KB) and Signature (50 KB – 200 KB).
- Tick the declaration checkbox to enable the Preview option, and check all uploaded documents for clarity.
- Click 'Proceed to Pay' to continue, or 'Cancel' to make corrections.
- Complete the payment of the prescribed application fee.
- Note that no editing of the application is allowed after final submission.
- Take a printout of the submitted Online Application Form for future reference.
Required Documents Checklist
- Permanent Resident Certificate (Assam) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate as domicile proof
- Degree mark sheets/grade sheets of each semester/year and final pass certificate in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Class-X/Class-XII Admit Card/Pass Certificate/Marksheet showing Date of Birth, for age proof
- Certificates and mark sheets of all examinations from HSLC onwards up to the qualifying examination
- Experience Certificate (wherever necessary)
- Caste certificate issued by the Government of Assam for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates
- BPL certificate issued by the Government of Assam (wherever necessary)
- PwBD certificate (40% or more benchmark disability) issued by competent authority, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book, if applicable
- Declaration Form-A regarding "The Small Family Norms" as per Notification No. ABP.69/2019/17 dated 6th November 2019
- Government employment certificate or No Objection Certificate (NOC), if already in Government service
- Identity proof (PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, Voter ID, Aadhaar Card, etc.) at the time of Screening/Written Test and Interview
- Recent Photograph (50 KB – 200 KB, not older than 3 months) and Signature (50 KB – 200 KB)
Note: Before filling the application form, candidates must note that certificates relating to age, caste, and minimum educational qualification will be fetched from the OTR profile. Candidates should update their OTR profile if any additional documents are to be uploaded. Applicants without debit card/internet banking facilities may also apply through Common Service Centers (CSCs).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026? It is a recruitment drive by the Assam Public Service Commission (Advt. No. 11/2026) to fill 137 Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) posts under the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Government of Assam.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in APSC VO/BVO Recruitment 2026? A total of 137 vacancies are available for the post of Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026? The online application closing date is 6 September 2026, and the last date for payment of application fee is 8 September 2026.
Q4. What is the qualification required for APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026? Candidates must hold at least a Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science from a recognized University/Institution.
Q5. What is the salary for APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026? Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 1,10,000 with Grade Pay of Rs. 12,700 under Pay Band 4, plus other admissible allowances as per Assam State Government norms.
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |