Assam VFA Recruitment 2026: The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has released an advertisement for recruitment to 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam. Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam.
Candidates who have passed the full-time HSSLC / Class 12 examination in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects can apply. The online application process will start on 03 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and the last date to submit the application is 23 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM. There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Official Notification PDF: AHVD Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam |
| Department | Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam |
| Advertisement No. | E-543943/71 |
| Advertisement Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and Allied Cadre Posts |
| No. of Posts | 200 |
| Qualification | HSSLC / Class 12 Science with Biology |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band-2 Rs. 14,000-70,000 + Grade Pay Rs. 6,200 + Applicable Allowances |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 03 September 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 September 2026 up to 11:59 PM |
| Selection Process | OMR Based Written Test followed by Mandatory One-Year Training for Selected Candidates |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Official Website | animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starting Date | 03 September 2026 |
| Application Starting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 September 2026 |
| Application Closing Time | 11:59 PM |
| Written Test Date | To be notified later |
Assam VFA Vacancy 2026 - Post Details
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has announced 200 Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre vacancies.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and Allied Cadre Posts | 200 |
| Total | 200 |
Assam VFA Category-Wise Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 112 | 34 |
| OBC / MOBC | 73 | 22 |
| SC | 5 | 1 |
| ST (P) | 10 | 3 |
| ST (H) | Nil | Nil |
| Total | 200 | 60 |
The vacancy table also indicates 2 posts for Tea Tribes within the notified OBC/MOBC reservation details.
Assam VFA PwBD Vacancy 2026
A total of 8 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
| PwBD Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deaf & Hearing Impairment | 2 |
| Locomotor Disability etc. | 2 |
| Blindness & Low Vision | 2 |
| Autism etc. | 2 |
| Total | 8 |
To claim PwBD reservation, the candidate must possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more and produce the required certificate issued by the competent authority.
Assam VFA Ex-Servicemen Reservation 2026
The vacancy table provides 4 posts for Ex-Servicemen.
Ex-Servicemen applying against the reserved posts must upload:
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam; and
- Discharge Book.
Who Can Apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?
A candidate must satisfy the following basic eligibility conditions:
- Must be an Indian citizen as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
- Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- Must possess a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes.
- Must have passed full-time HSSLC / Class 12 in Science stream.
- Biology must have been one of the subjects in Class 12.
- Must satisfy the prescribed age limit as on 01 January 2026.
Assam VFA Educational Qualification 2026
For direct recruitment to the Veterinary Field Assistant cadre, candidates must have passed:
- Full-time HSSLC / Class 12 Examination in Science Stream; and
- Biology as one of the subjects.
The qualification must be obtained from a recognised Board, Council or University.
Assam VFA Domicile Requirement 2026
The candidate must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam.
As proof of domicile, the applicant must upload a copy of a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes.
Assam VFA Caste Certificate Requirement 2026
Candidates seeking reservation under SC, ST, OBC or MOBC categories must possess a caste certificate issued by the Government of Assam through the competent authority.
The certificate should clearly indicate:
- Candidate's caste;
- The Act / Order under which the caste is recognised as SC / ST / OBC / MOBC; and
- The village or town where the candidate ordinarily resides.
Assam VFA Age Limit 2026
The age of candidates will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Particular | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 January 2026 |
Assam VFA Age Relaxation 2026
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 Years |
Assam VFA Age Proof 2026
The age and date of birth of candidates will be calculated only on the basis of:
- HSLC Pass Certificate;
- HSLC Admit Card; or
- Certificate issued by a recognised Central / State Board or Council in which the date of birth is clearly mentioned.
No other document will be accepted as age proof in place of the documents specified above.
Assam VFA Salary 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Band | Pay Band-2 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 14,000 to Rs. 70,000 |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 6,200 |
| Other Allowances | As admissible from time to time |
Selected Veterinary Field Assistants will therefore receive Pay Band-2 of Rs. 14,000-70,000 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 6,200 along with other admissible allowances.
Assam VFA Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | Nil |
There is no application fee for any category of candidate applying for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026.
Assam VFA Selection Process 2026
Selection of qualified candidates for entry-level Veterinary Field Assistant or equivalent posts will be made through an OMR-based written test.
The recruitment process includes:
- Online Application
- OMR-Based Written Examination
- Selection of Qualified Candidates
- Mandatory One-Year Veterinary Training
- Passing the Prescribed Training
- Appointment
Assam VFA Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination will be conducted for 100 marks with 100 questions. The duration of the examination will be 120 minutes.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Biology | 40 |
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Physics | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Assam VFA Written Test Details 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination Mode | OMR Based |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Standard | HSSLC / Class 12 Science Level |
The advertisement does not mention a negative-marking scheme for the written examination.
Assam VFA Biology Syllabus 2026
Biology carries the highest weightage in the written examination, with 40 marks. Questions will be of HSSLC / Class 12 Science standard.
Assam VFA Physics and Chemistry Marks 2026
- Chemistry - 20 Marks
- Physics - 20 Marks
Both subjects will be tested at HSSLC / Class 12 Science level.
Assam VFA General Awareness 2026
The General Awareness section carries 20 marks. The advertisement does not provide a detailed topic-wise syllabus for this section.
Assam VFA Mandatory One-Year Training 2026
Candidates selected through the recruitment process must undergo one year of mandatory training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
The training will be conducted at:
School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar and its extended campuses under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department.
Is Passing the VFA Training Mandatory?
Yes. Selected candidates must successfully pass the prescribed one-year training before appointment as Veterinary Field Assistant or against the allied cadre post.
How to Apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit their applications online through the official Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam website.
- Visit animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in.
- Open the Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 advertisement.
- Read the complete eligibility conditions carefully.
- Open the online application link from 03 September 2026.
- Fill in the required personal details.
- Enter the required educational qualification details.
- Enter category and reservation details, where applicable.
- Upload the valid Assam Permanent Resident Certificate.
- Upload the applicable caste / reservation certificate, where required.
- Ex-Servicemen applying against reserved vacancies should upload the prescribed Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book.
- Review all information entered in the application.
- Submit the online application before 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the documents supporting their eligibility and reservation claims ready. Based on the advertisement, relevant documents include:
- HSLC Pass Certificate / Admit Card for Date of Birth
- HSSLC / Class 12 Science Certificate
- HSSLC / Class 12 Marksheet showing Biology
- Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes
- SC / ST / OBC / MOBC Caste Certificate, where applicable
- PwBD Certificate showing Benchmark Disability of 40% or more, where applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card, where applicable
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Book, where applicable
- Other documents required in the online application
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- A total of 200 Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre vacancies have been announced.
- The advertisement number is E-543943/71.
- The advertisement is dated 26 August 2026.
- Online applications start on 03 September 2026 at 10:00 AM.
- The last date to apply is 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM.
- Candidates must be Indian citizens.
- Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam.
- A valid Assam Permanent Resident Certificate for educational purposes must be uploaded.
- The minimum educational qualification is full-time HSSLC / Class 12 Science.
- Biology must have been one of the subjects in Class 12.
- The minimum age is 18 years as on 01 January 2026.
- The maximum age is 40 years as on 01 January 2026.
- SC/ST candidates receive 5 years of age relaxation.
- OBC/MOBC candidates receive 3 years of age relaxation.
- PwBD candidates receive 10 years of age relaxation.
- Ex-Servicemen candidates receive 2 years of age relaxation.
- PwBD candidates must possess at least 40% Benchmark Disability.
- The pay scale is Pay Band-2 Rs. 14,000-70,000.
- The Grade Pay is Rs. 6,200.
- There is no application fee.
- Selection involves an OMR-based written examination.
- The written test contains 100 questions for 100 marks.
- The duration of the written test is 120 minutes.
- Biology carries 40 marks.
- Chemistry carries 20 marks.
- Physics carries 20 marks.
- General Awareness carries 20 marks.
- The examination standard is HSSLC / Class 12 Science level.
- Selected candidates must undergo one year of mandatory training.
- The prescribed training must be passed before appointment.
