The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has opened online applications for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts. Check the complete recruitment details below.
| Organization | Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, Assam |
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) & Allied Posts |
| Vacancies | 200 Posts |
| Qualification | HSSLC (Class 12) Science with Biology |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 23 September 2026 |
| Selection | Written Test + 1-Year Training |
About Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has invited applications from eligible Indian citizens for recruitment to 200 Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre posts under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam.
The recruitment is open to permanent residents of Assam who meet the prescribed educational and eligibility requirements. Selected candidates will have to complete a mandatory one-year training programme in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science before appointment.
Job seekers can also check our Assam government recruitment updates page for newly announced vacancies.
Key Recruitment Information
Vacancies: A total of 200 posts are available under the Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre.
The category-wise vacancy distribution includes 112 UR, 73 OBC/MOBC, 5 SC, 10 ST(P), and no ST(H) vacancies. The roster also includes 60 posts reserved for women and 8 posts for PwBD candidates.
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed HSSLC (Class 12) in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects from a recognized Board, Council, or University.
Age Requirement: Candidates must be 18 to 40 years of age as on 01 January 2026. Upper-age relaxation is available by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen candidates.
Eligibility: Applicants must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Assam. Candidates must upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes as proof of domicile.
Pay Scale: Selected candidates will receive ₹14,000–₹70,000 under Pay Band-2 with Grade Pay of ₹6,200, along with other admissible allowances.
Post Details
The recruitment covers Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre posts under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam.
| Category-wise Vacancy | |
|---|---|
| Category | Posts |
| UR | 112 |
| OBC/MOBC | 73 |
| SC | 05 |
| ST(P) | 10 |
| ST(H) | Nil |
| Total | 200 |
The vacancy roster includes 60 posts reserved for women and 8 PwBD posts, comprising 2 for Deaf & Hard of Hearing, 2 for Locomotor Disability and related categories, 2 for Blindness & Low Vision, and 2 for Autism and related categories. There are also 4 posts reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection for the Veterinary Field Assistant and equivalent entry-level posts will be based on an OMR-based written examination followed by mandatory training.
The written test will contain 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks and will be conducted for 120 minutes at HSSLC (Science) level.
| Written Test | |
|---|---|
| Subject | Marks |
| Biology | 40 |
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Physics | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Candidates selected for recruitment must subsequently undergo one year of 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. Passing this training is mandatory before appointment.
Application Fee
| All Candidates | Nil |
No application fee is required for any category.
Important Dates
| Application Starts | 03 September 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 September 2026, 11:59 PM |
Application Guide
Applications must be submitted online through the official Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam website.
Scroll down to the Important Links section below and click on Apply Online. Complete the application form with the required personal, educational, domicile, and category details, upload the necessary documents, and submit the application before the last date of 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Candidates claiming reservation should upload the applicable caste or disability certificates issued by the competent authority. Ex-Servicemen candidates applying against reserved posts must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam and Discharge Book.
Review the application carefully before final submission and keep a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
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Important Links
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