The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam (AHVD) has released the AHVD Recruitment 2026 notification for 200 vacancies at its official website. The recruitment drive is for the post of Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre posts. Online applications are being accepted through the department’s official portal.
The application process starts on 3rd Sep 2026 (10:00 hrs), while the last date to submit the online form is 23rd Sep 2026 (23:59 hrs). Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility, age limit, salary, vacancy and selection process before applying.
AHVD Recruitment 2026 Out
The AHVD Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 200 vacancies for the post of Veterinary Field Assistant and its allied cadre, under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam. Applications must be submitted online through the department’s official website.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam |
| Recruitment Name | AHVD Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 |
| Notification Number | E-543943/71, dated 26.08.2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts |
| Total Vacancies | 200 |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 3rd Sep 2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply | 23rd Sep 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | OMR-based Written Test |
| Official Portal | animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in |
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AHVD Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has issued the recruitment notification for the Veterinary Field Assistant post, pursuant to Government of Assam approval vide letter No. E-837098/34, dated 26th August 2026. Candidates should read the notification carefully before submitting the application form.
The notification also clarifies that the 200 vacancies will be filled as per the existing vacancy position in the respective category, based on the Post Based Roster Register maintained by the Directorate.
AHVD Vacancy 2026
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam has announced 200 vacancies for the Veterinary Field Assistant post under the current recruitment drive.
| Category | Posts | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 112 | 34 |
| OBC/MOBC (including Tea Tribes: 02) | 73 | 22 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 05 | 01 |
| Scheduled Tribe – Plains, ST(P) | 10 | 03 |
| Scheduled Tribe – Hills, ST(H) | Nil | Nil |
| Grand Total | 200 | 60 |
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) – Total | 08 |
| — Deaf & Hard of Hearing | 02 |
| — Locomotor Disability etc. | 02 |
| — Blindness & Low Vision | 02 |
| — Autism etc. | 02 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 04 |
Ex-servicemen candidates applying for the reserved post must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam, along with the Discharge Book.
Assam AHVD Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The AHVD online application process is scheduled to begin shortly. Candidates must complete the application within the prescribed timeline.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Online Application | 3rd Sep 2026 (10:00 hrs) |
| Last Date of Online Application | 23rd Sep 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Written Test Date | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Assam Veterinary Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the Veterinary Field Assistant post must satisfy the educational qualification, citizenship and domicile requirements prescribed in the notification.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination passed in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University |
| Citizenship | Must be an Indian Citizen as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India |
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam, supported by a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes |
Candidates seeking reservation under SC/ST/OBC/MOBC categories must submit a Caste Certificate issued by a competent authority of the Government of Assam, clearly indicating the caste, the Act/order under which it is recognised, and the candidate’s village/town of ordinary residence.
Age Limit
Candidates must satisfy the following age criteria as on 01/01/2026, as per Government Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51, dated 2nd September 2020.
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age (General) | 40 years |
Age Relaxation
The upper age limit is relaxable for candidates of reserved categories as per the following provisions.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC/MOBC | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 years |
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AHVD Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates for the Veterinary Field Assistant post will be placed in the following pay scale, along with other admissible allowances.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Field Assistant | Pay Band-2, ₹14,000 – ₹70,000 + Grade Pay ₹6,200, plus other admissible allowances |
AHVD Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection to the entry-level cadre of Veterinary Field Assistant or its equivalent post will be made through an OMR-based written test of 120 minutes duration, carrying 100 marks for 100 questions of Class 12 (HSSLC Science) standard.
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Biology | 40 |
| Chemistry | 20 |
| Physics | 20 |
| General Awareness | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
The test will be of Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) format, covering 100 questions in 120 minutes.
For PwBD Category Candidates
To be eligible for consideration under the PwBD category, a candidate must possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more and must produce the necessary certificate issued by a competent authority.
