Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has invited online applications for 105 Food Safety Officer posts under the Health Department, Bihar. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 September 2026 to 24 October 2026 through the official BTSC website.
The Food Safety Officer posts carry Pay Level-6 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,200. Candidates must have the prescribed degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or a related recognized discipline.
Official Notification PDF: BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
| Department | Health Department, Bihar, Patna |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer |
| Advertisement No. | 29/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 105 |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 4,200 |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 37 years for Unreserved candidates |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 100 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Job Location | Bihar |
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 29/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Document/Certificate Upload Last Date | 24 October 2026 |
BTSC Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026
BTSC has announced 105 Food Safety Officer vacancies in the Health Department, Bihar, Patna. The vacancy includes category-wise reservation and 35% horizontal reservation for eligible Bihar resident women.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 41 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 11 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 17 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 2 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 12 |
| Reserved Category Total | 64 |
| Total | 105 |
The advertisement also shows 34 vacancies for women under the 35% horizontal reservation applicable to eligible Bihar resident women.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Candidates must possess the prescribed educational qualification from a recognized University or Institution. The accepted qualifications include relevant degrees in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry and related fields specified in the advertisement.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate qualification in the prescribed disciplines, as applicable, from a recognized University or Institution.
The advertisement also accepts specified Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate qualifications in subjects under Food Technology and Agricultural Science, including Food Engineering, Food Engineering and Technology, Food Processing and Preservation, Food Technology and Management, Food Processing, Food Safety and Quality Management, Food Process Engineering and Management, Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Dairy Technology, Fisheries, Food Technology, Food Nutrition and Dietetics, and Horticulture.
Specified qualifications in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Dental Surgery, Veterinary Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Unani Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Siddha Medicine and Surgery, Veterinary Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery and Veterinary Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery are also included.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age is 21 years as on 01 August 2026. The maximum age varies by category.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | 37 years |
| Unreserved Women | 40 years |
| Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class | 40 years |
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 42 years |
Age will be determined on the basis of the date of birth mentioned in the candidate's Matriculation or equivalent certificate.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Salary
The Food Safety Officer post carries Pay Level-6 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,200 under the revised pay structure.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The online application fee is Rs. 100. The fee is to be paid online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI.
Bank charges, if applicable, will be payable separately by the candidate.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
BTSC will select candidates on the basis of a Computer Based Test (CBT). The written competitive examination carries a maximum of 100 marks.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Language | Hindi and English |
| Correct Answer | 1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer | 0.25 Mark Negative Marking |
The questions will be based on the Food Safety Officer examination syllabus prescribed by the concerned department. The syllabus will be published separately on the Commission's website.
If the examination is conducted in more than one shift, the result will be prepared using the normalization process. Candidates must obtain the prescribed minimum qualifying marks according to their category.
How to Apply for BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BTSC website.
- Open the online application section for Advertisement No. 29/2026.
- Read the recruitment advertisement and eligibility conditions carefully.
- Complete the online registration and application form.
- Enter personal, educational and reservation-related details.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Upload the required photograph and other documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 24 October 2026.
- Download and retain the application form and payment receipt for future reference.
Documents Required for BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
- Matriculation certificate
- Prescribed educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Non-Creamy Layer certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- Permanent residence/residential certificate
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable
- Other certificates required for the applicable reservation or relaxation
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- The number of vacancies is tentative and may increase or decrease.
- Reservation benefits will be available according to the applicable Bihar Government rules.
- Reservation benefits are applicable to eligible candidates having Bihar state domicile as specified in the advertisement.
- Eligible Bihar resident women are entitled to 35% horizontal reservation.
- Applicants must upload the required certificates in the prescribed fields of the online application.
- Certificates and marksheets must be valid and available by the prescribed date.
- Candidates must carefully enter information in the online application because corrections may not be permitted after the specified stage.
- The candidate's photograph should comply with the instructions specified in the advertisement.
- Candidates should retain copies of the application form and payment receipt.
- All recruitment-related information will be published on the official BTSC website.
