The Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam for the recruitment of 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts across the state.
This recruitment provides an opportunity for candidates who have passed HSSLC/Class 12 in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects to join the Assam Government’s Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department.
The online application process will begin on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM and applications will be accepted until 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. There is no application fee for any category, while the posts carry a Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000 to ₹70,000 with Grade Pay of ₹6,200, along with applicable allowances.
Selection will be based on a 100-mark OMR-based written examination, after which selected candidates are required to complete the prescribed one-year training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science before appointment.
In this complete guide, candidates can check all important details of Assam VFA Recruitment 2026, including vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, exam pattern, selection process, training requirements, salary, documents required, application procedure and important dates.
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 (Veterinary Field Assistant) – Overview
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam, Chenikuthi, Guwahati-03 |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its Allied Cadre Posts 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | No. E-543943/71 dated 26 August 2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its Allied Cadre Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 200 (Two Hundred) |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Application Fee | Nil — No Fee for Any Category |
| Selection Mode | OMR-Based Written Test + Mandatory 1-Year Training |
| Job Location | Villages, Veterinary Dispensaries and Animal Hospitals across Assam |
| Official Website | animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 — Advertisement Details
| Notification Name | Advertisement for Recruitment of 200 Nos. of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and Allied Cadre Posts |
| Government Approval Reference | Government of Assam letter No. E-837098/34 dated 26 August 2026 |
| Notification Type | Direct Recruitment, Assam State Government Job — Entry-Level Paramedical/Veterinary Cadre |
Important Dates 2026
- Advertisement Release Date: 26 August 2026
- Online Application Start Date & Time: 03 September 2026, 10:00 Hrs
- Online Application Last Date & Time: 23 September 2026, 23:59 Hrs
- Written Test Date: To be announced — check official website regularly
- Mandatory 1-Year Training: After selection, at School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Ghungoor, Silchar (and extended campuses)
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- As per Govt. Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51 dated 2 September 2020
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 Years |
Note: Age will be calculated based on the HSLC Pass Certificate/HSLC Admit Card/Certificate issued by a recognized Central/State Board or Council clearly reflecting the date of birth — no other document will be accepted in lieu of this for age proof purposes.
Educational Qualification
- Candidate must have passed the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream, with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University.
Analytical Note: The Biology requirement is non-negotiable and specific — Science-stream candidates who took Physics/Chemistry/Mathematics (PCM) without Biology are NOT eligible, even though they hold a Science-stream Class 12 certificate. Only PCB (Physics-Chemistry-Biology) or equivalent combinations with Biology qualify.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup
| Category | Posts | Of which Reserved for Women (RFW) |
| Open/Unreserved (UR) | 112 | 34 |
| OBC/MOBC | 73 | 02 |
| Tea Tribes | 22 | 05 |
| SC | 01 | 10 |
| ST (Plains) — ST(P) | 03 | Nil |
| ST (Hills) — ST(H) | Nil | Nil |
| Grand Total | 200 | 60 |
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) — Total 08 posts
| Type of Disability | Posts |
| Deaf & Hard of Hearing (HI) | 02 |
| Locomotor Disability etc. | 02 |
| Blindness & Low Vision (LV) | 02 |
| Autism etc. | 02 |
Ex-Servicemen: 04 posts reserved. Note: “RFW” = Reserved for Women; PwBD posts are counted within the Grand Total of 200, not additional to it.
Analytical Note: 60 of the 200 posts (30%) are earmarked Reserved for Women across categories, and the Open/Unreserved category alone accounts for 112 posts (56% of the total) — meaning more than half of all vacancies fall in the open pool, a notably wide gate for General category candidates compared to many other state-level recruitments.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Component | Details |
| Pay Band | Pay Band-2 |
| Pay Range | ₹14,000 – ₹70,000/- |
| Grade Pay | ₹6,200/- |
| Other Benefits | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as admissible from time to time |
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidate must be an Indian Citizen as defined under Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
- Candidate must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam — a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam (for educational purposes) must be uploaded as proof of domicile.
- Caste Certificate: Candidates seeking SC/ST/OBC/MOBC reservation must upload a Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority of the Government of Assam, clearly indicating the candidate’s caste, the Act/order under which the caste is recognized, and the candidate’s village/town of ordinary residence.
- PwBD Candidates: Must possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more and produce the necessary certificate from a competent authority to be considered under the PwBD category.
- Ex-Servicemen: Must upload the Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam, along with the Discharge Book, while applying for the reserved post.
Written Test — Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
| 1 | Biology | 40 |
| 2 | Chemistry | 20 |
| 3 | Physics | 20 |
| 4 | General Awareness | 20 |
| Total | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | |
- Mode: OMR-Based Written Test
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
- Question Standard: Class 12 (HSSLC Science) Level, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
Analytical Note: Biology alone carries 40 of the 100 marks — nearly double the weight of Chemistry, Physics, or General Awareness individually. Candidates who studied Biology as their primary interest subject in Class 12 have a natural advantage here, and should prioritize revising HSSLC Biology topics (especially human physiology, genetics, and ecology, which typically dominate such papers) over spreading preparation evenly across all four sections.
Mandatory 1-Year Training — What Selected Candidates Must Know
- Candidates who clear the written test must undergo a mandatory 1 (one) Year Training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
- Training Location: School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar, and its extended campuses under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department.
- Passing this training is compulsory before final appointment — clearing the written test alone does not guarantee the job.
Important: This structure — written test first, then a full year of mandatory residential/departmental training before appointment — means the actual joining date for a selected candidate is roughly a year (or more) after clearing the written exam. Candidates should plan accordingly, especially those balancing other commitments.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website — animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in
- Find the link for “Recruitment of 200 Nos. of VFA” and open the online application form
- Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully
- Upload the required documents: HSSLC (Class 12) Science marksheet/certificate with Biology, Permanent Resident Certificate of Assam, Caste Certificate (if applicable), PwBD Certificate (if applicable), Ex-Servicemen Identity Card & Discharge Book (if applicable)
- Review all details carefully before final submission — no application fee is required for any category
- Submit the form within the application window: 03 September 2026 (10:00 Hrs) to 23 September 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
- Save/download the confirmation page for future reference
Documents Required
- HSSLC (Class 12) Science stream marksheet/certificate with Biology as a subject
- HSLC (Class 10) Certificate/Admit Card — for Date of Birth proof
- Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam (proof of domicile)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates, wherever applicable) issued by competent Government of Assam authority
- PwBD Certificate from competent authority, showing Benchmark Disability of 40% or more (PwBD candidates)
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card (issued by Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam) and Discharge Book (Ex-Servicemen candidates)
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature, as per prescribed online format
Job Profile — What a Veterinary Field Assistant Does
- Works directly in villages, veterinary dispensaries, and animal hospitals across Assam
- Assists senior Veterinary Doctors in day-to-day animal healthcare delivery
- Administers vaccines and basic treatment to livestock under supervision
- Supports state government livestock and dairy development programs aimed at boosting rural incomes and the local economy
- Plays a frontline role in improving milk and meat production and overall animal health in rural Assam
Common Mistakes Applicants Should Avoid
- Applying without Biology as a Class 12 subject — Science stream alone (e.g., PCM without Biology) does NOT meet the eligibility criteria
- Uploading a general Permanent Resident/Domicile Certificate not specifically issued for educational purposes, where the notification requires that specific type
- Assuming PwBD reservation applies with less than 40% benchmark disability — the cut-off is strict at 40% or more with a valid competent-authority certificate
- Ex-Servicemen candidates forgetting to upload BOTH the Ex-Servicemen Identity Card AND the Discharge Book — both are mandatory together for the reserved post
- Underestimating the timeline — the mandatory 1-year training after the written test means final appointment is roughly a year away from clearing the exam, not immediate
- Ignoring age proof rules — only the HSLC Pass Certificate/Admit Card/Certificate showing DOB is accepted; no substitute document will be entertained
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?
200 (Two Hundred) posts of Veterinary Field Assistant and its allied cadre posts under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required?
Full-time HSSLC (Class 12) in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University.
Q3. Is there an application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any category of candidates.
Q4. What is the age limit?
18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2026, with age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Q5. What is the selection process?
An OMR-based written test of 100 marks/100 questions (120 minutes), covering Biology (40), Chemistry (20), Physics (20) and General Awareness (20), followed by a mandatory 1-year training that must be passed before final appointment.
Q6. Is training compulsory even after clearing the written test?
Yes. Selected candidates must undergo and pass a 1-year mandatory training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science before appointment.
Q7. What is the salary for VFA in Assam?
Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000 – ₹70,000 plus Grade Pay of ₹6,200, along with DA, HRA and other admissible allowances.