APSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 137 Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) Posts
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Veterinary graduates from Assam have a fresh, sizeable government jobs opportunity to look at this month. The Assam Public Service Commission has invited online applications for 137 posts of Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) under the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department. The online application window opens on 7 August 2026 and closes on 6 September 2026. Here's a complete, easy breakdown of the vacancy split, eligibility, pay scale, and how to apply.
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About Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
APSC is the constitutional recruiting body for gazetted and non-gazetted posts under the Government of Assam. This particular drive is meant to fill Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer posts across the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, a role that puts qualified veterinarians in charge of animal healthcare and livestock development at the block and district level. For BVSc graduates from Assam, this notification is one of the largest single-post veterinary recruitments the state has run this year.
APSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026, dated 3 August 2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) |
| Total Vacancies | 137 Posts |
| Category | Govt Job (State - Assam) |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 September 2026 |
| Official Website | https://apscrecruitment.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 3 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 7 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 6 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 8 September 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 |
| Screening / Written Exam Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details / Category Wise Break-up
Of the 137 total posts, the Open category carries the largest share at 106 posts, with the remaining spread across OBC/MOBC, SC, and both ST categories. 41 of the total posts are reserved for women within their respective categories, and a further 4 are earmarked for candidates with specific benchmark disabilities.
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Open Category | 106 | 32 |
| OBC/MOBC | 6 | 2 |
| OBC/MOBC (Tea Tribe & Adivasi Community) | 1 | 0 |
| SC | 11 | 3 |
| STP | 9 | 3 |
| STH | 4 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 137 | 41 |
Within the total, 4 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) — one each for Blindness & Low Vision, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disability, and Autism — and 2 posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen. These figures are based on the draft advertisement received from the Government and may change.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold a Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science from a recognized university or institution. Applicants also need to be Indian citizens as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution, and must be permanent residents of Assam — proof of domicile has to be uploaded as either a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued for educational purposes or a valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
Age Limit (as on 1 January 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 38 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years (up to max. 43 years) |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 Years (up to max. 41 years) |
| PwBD (irrespective of category) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved) | Max. age 50 years, further relaxable by 3 years for OBC/MOBC and 5 years for SC/ST |
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Band-4 with a Grade Pay of ₹12,700, along with other allowances admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time.
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer | ₹30,000 – 1,10,000/- + Grade Pay ₹12,700 (Pay Band-4) |
Selection Process
The exact selection procedure for this recruitment will be notified later through a separate corrigendum or addendum. The Commission will decide the selection method based on the status, cadre, and grade of the post, as well as the number of applications received, and may conduct the examination zone-wise depending on candidate numbers.
- Screening Examination / Written Examination (procedure to be notified)
- Interview / Viva-Voce
- Document Verification
The Commission has divided the state into 6 zones — Silchar, Jorhat, Nagaon, Tezpur, Kokrajhar, and Guwahati — for conducting the exam based on the number of candidates from the districts under each zone.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | ₹250/- | ₹47.20/- | ₹297.20/- |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹150/- | ₹47.20/- | ₹197.20/- |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | Nil | ₹47.20/- | ₹47.20/- |
| Payment Mode | Online only, through the APSC Recruitment Portal | ||
Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances, and cannot be adjusted against any other examination or selection.
Required Documents
Keep these documents ready in PDF format (under 4 MB each, scanned at 200 dpi in greyscale) before you start your online application.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph (50 KB – 200 KB, not older than 3 months)
- Scanned Signature (50 KB – 200 KB)
- Degree Certificate and Mark Sheets in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Class-X/XII Admit Card or Pass Certificate showing Date of Birth
- Permanent Resident Certificate (Assam) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC, if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, minimum 40% benchmark disability)
- Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book (if applicable)
- Declaration Form-A regarding Small Family Norms
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: https://apscrecruitment.in/
- First-time applicants should click on "Register Here" and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with basic details.
- Log in using your registered email/mobile number and password.
- Fill in the required registration details and read the eligibility criteria carefully before proceeding.
- Upload the required documents in PDF format, along with your photograph and signature as specified.
- Tick the declaration checkbox to preview your application, and confirm all details and uploads are correct.
- Click "Proceed to Pay" and complete the fee payment as applicable to your category.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form after final submission for your records.
Important Instructions
- Required certificates relating to age, caste, and minimum educational qualification will be fetched from your OTR profile, so update it beforehand if any additional documents need to be uploaded.
- No editing of the application is allowed after final submission, so double-check all details and uploads first.
- Candidates with less than 40% disability will not be considered for PwBD-related age relaxation.
- No request to change category (caste, etc.) will be entertained at any stage after submission.
- Applicants are advised to submit their online application well in advance, without waiting for the closing date.
- Furnishing wrong, erroneous, or incorrect information may lead to disqualification from any post advertised by the Commission.
Why Should You Apply?
A Pay Band-4 gazetted veterinary post with the Assam Government offers long-term job security along with a meaningful role in public animal healthcare and livestock development at the block level. With 137 vacancies on offer, this is a rare chance for BVSc graduates from Assam to enter state service in their own field in one large recruitment cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The online application window closes on 6 September 2026, with fee payment allowed till 8 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans: There are a total of 137 vacancies for Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO).
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
Ans: Candidates must hold a Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science from a recognized university or institution.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: Candidates must be between 21 and 38 years as on 1 January 2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST, OBC/MOBC, PwBD, and ex-servicemen candidates.
Q5. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans: The fee is ₹250 for General category, ₹150 for OBC/MOBC, and nil for SC/ST/BPL/PwBD candidates, plus a ₹47.20 processing charge applicable to all.
Q6. How can I apply for this job?
Ans: Candidates can apply online through the official website https://apscrecruitment.in/ before the last date.
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Final Words
This APSC notification is one of the bigger openings for veterinary graduates in Assam this year, offering 137 posts in a single recruitment cycle. Since the application window closes on 6 September 2026, it's worth completing your OTR profile and application well ahead of time rather than waiting for the last few days. Share this update with fellow BVSc graduates who might be interested, and join our Telegram channel above for free alerts on more Assam government job notifications.