The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam, Chenikuthi, Guwahati-03, has released an advertisement inviting online applications for 200 (Two Hundred) posts of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre posts. Eligible Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam can apply online through animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in. Assam Veterinary field Assistant Recruitment applying last date is 23 September.
| Application for the post of Assam Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) Under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department ,Assam Advertisement No.- E-543943/71https://animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in/ https://assamjobseeker.com/ | |||
| Important Date | Age Limit (01-01-2026) | ||
| Starting Date Application – 03/06/2026 Last Date Application – 23/03/02026 Application Mode – Online Application Fee – Nil | Minimum Age- 18 Years Maximum Age- 40 Years Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories OBC Relaxation- 3 years SC/ ST Relaxation – 5 Years PwBD/ Ex Relaxation as per Government Rules. Age will be calculated based on the date of birth mentioned in the HSLC Pass Certificate/Admit Card issued by a recognized Board/Council. | ||
Complete Post for Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Categories | Post distribution | Reserved for Women |
| General (UR) | 112 | 34 | |
| OBC / MOBC | 73 | 22 | |
| Veterinary Field Officer 2026 (VFA) | SC | 05 | 01 |
| ST (P) | 10 | 03 | |
| ST (H) | 00 | 00 | |
| Total | 200 | 60 |
Note- Reserved post for PwBD Various Categories 08 post , Ex Serviceman 04 post and Tea Tribes 02 Post .
Domicile / Permanent Resident Requirement :
Candidates must be Indian citizens and must be permanent residents of Assam.
For domicile purposes, candidates are required to upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes, as specified in the advertisement.
Pay Scale :
| Pay Band-2: Rs. 14,000/- to Rs. 70,000/- plus Grade Pay of Rs. 6,200/- and other admissible allowances. This makes the recruitment a useful opportunity for candidates looking for a government-sector career in Assam’s Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. |
Educational Qualification :
For direct recruitment to the Veterinary Field Assistant cadre, a candidate must have:
| 1. Passed the Higher Secondary School Leaving Certificate (HS/12th) examination. |
| 2. The candidate must have studied in the Science stream. |
| 3. Biology must be one of the subjects. |
| 4. The qualification must be obtained from a recognized Board/Council/University. |
Candidates should carefully verify their qualification before submitting the online application.
Mandatory Training
| Selected candidates must undergo a 1 (one) Year Training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Ghungoor, Silchar (and its extended campuses), and must pass the same mandatorily before appointment. |
| Candidates will have to successfully complete the prescribed training before appointment, as mentioned in the advertisement. |
Important Document & Exam Syllabus :
| Document for Apply | Exam Schedule | ||
| 1. HSLC certificate/admit card for date of birth 2. HS/12th marksheet and certificate 3. Biology/Science qualification documents 4. Permanent Resident Certificate, wherever required 5. Caste certificate, if applicable 6. PwBD certificate, if applicable 7. Ex-Servicemen documents, if applicable 8. Recent passport-size photograph 9. Signature 10. Other documents specified in the official application portal | Candidates applying for the entry-level Veterinary Field Assistant or equivalent post will have to appear in an OMR-based written examination. The written examination will have: 1. Total Marks: 100 2. Total Questions: 100 3. Question Type: MCQ 4. Level: HS/12th Science level | ||
| Assam VFA Exam Pattern 2026 | |||
| Paper | Subject | Marks | |
| 1 | Biology | 40 Marks | |
| 2 | Chemistry | 20 Marks | |
| 3 | Physics | 20Marks | |
| 4 | General Awareness | 20 Marks | |
| Total | 100 Mark | ||
| (We have prepared important VFA Exam Questions and Answers in a simple and easy-to-understand format to help candidates prepare effectively for the examination) | |||
Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment Syllabus
The written test will cover the following broad areas:
| Biology 40 Marks– Candidates should revise important Class 11 and Class 12 Biology concepts, including basic biological processes, human and animal-related biology, genetics, ecology, reproduction and other relevant topics. |
| Chemistry 20 Marks : Preparation should focus on important Higher Secondary-level Chemistry concepts, including basic physical, inorganic and organic chemistry. |
| Physics 20 Marks– Candidates should revise important HS-level Physics topics, formulas, concepts and numerical-based questions. |
| General Awareness 20 Marks – 1. Assam GK 2. Indian GK 3. Current Affairs 4. History 5. Geography 6. Polity 7. Economy 8. Important national and state-level developments |
Note: Candidates should follow the detailed official advertisement and any subsequent official notification for the final syllabus and examination instructions.
How to Apply
| 1. Visit the official website animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
| 2.Click on the Online Application link |
| 3. Fill in the required details and upload necessary documents |
| 4. Submit the final application (between 3rd September and 23rd September, 2026) |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates should not wait until the last date to submit their application. Before applying, carefully check the age, educational qualification, domicile requirement and reservation conditions.
- Candidates belonging to reserved categories should ensure that their certificates are valid and issued by the competent authority.
- The advertisement also states that Ex-Servicemen candidates must produce the required Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam and the Discharge Book while applying for the reserved post.
Some Important Links for Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment
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| Official Notification E Paper | Click Here |
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Important FAQs
Q1: How many total posts are vacant for Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA)
Ans- A total of 200 posts are vacant.
2. What is the last date to apply Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment?
Ans- Applications can be submitted till 23rd September, 2026, up to 23:59 hrs
3. . What is the educational qualification?
Ans- Candidates must have passed HS/12th in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects from a recognized Board/Council/University.
4. What is the salary of a Veterinary Field Assistant?
Ans- The pay scale is ₹14,000–₹70,000 with Grade Pay of ₹6,200, plus other admissible allowances.
5. What is the selection process for Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment ?
Ans- Selection includes an OMR-based written examination, followed by the prescribed process/training requirements as applicable.