APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 137 VO/BVO Posts, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 137 VO/BVO Posts

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026 notification inviting online applications for 137 Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) posts under the Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Government of Assam. Candidates holding a Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (AH & VS) from a recognized university and fulfilling the prescribed eligibility criteria can apply online through the APSC recruitment portal. The online application process begins on 07 August 2026 and will remain open until 06 September 2026, while the last date for payment of the application fee is 08 September 2026. Interested candidates should review the eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation details, salary, application fee, selection process, and application procedure before submitting their online applications.

Quick Overview

Vacancy Details

Reservation for PwBD

A total of 4 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under the following categories:

• Blindness & Low Vision (B/LV) – 1
• Deaf & Hard of Hearing (D & HH) – 1
• Locomotor Disability – 1
• Autism – 1

Reservation for Ex-Servicemen

• 2 Posts

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) post must possess the following qualification:

• A Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (AH & VS) from any recognized University or Institution.

Age Limit

• Age Calculation Date - 01 January 2026
• Minimum Age - 21 Years (Candidates should be Born on or Before 01 January 2005)

Salary

Selected candidates for the Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) post will receive the following pay:

• Pay Scale - ₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000
• Grade Pay - ₹12,700
• Pay Band - Pay Band-4

Application Fee

Selection Process

• The selection procedure for the Veterinary Officer / Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) posts will be notified separately by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC).

Important Dates

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling out the online application:

• Class X/Class XII Admit Card, Pass Certificate or Marksheet (for Date of Birth proof)
• Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (AH & VS)
• Semester/Year-wise Mark Sheets or Grade Sheets
• Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
• Government Employee Certificate/NOC (if applicable)
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Declaration Form-A (Small Family Norms), wherever applicable

Document Upload Requirements

• All certificates/documents should be uploaded in PDF format (maximum file size: 4 MB).
• Photograph size: 50 KB – 200 KB.
• Signature size: 50 KB – 200 KB.
• Scanning documents at 200 dpi in greyscale is recommended.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply online through the APSC Recruitment Portal by following these steps:

• Visit the official APSC Recruitment Portal.
• Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
• Log in using your registered email ID/mobile number and password.
• Fill in the online application form carefully with the required details.
• Upload the necessary documents, recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
• Preview the application form before final submission.
• Pay the applicable application fee online.
• Submit the application and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Web Links To Apply

Important Points to Remember

• Only online applications submitted through the APSC Recruitment Portal will be accepted.
• Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
• Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and legible.
• No editing of the application form will be allowed after final submission.
• Application fee once paid will not be refunded.
• Keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
• Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced during the interview/document verification.
• Candidates should regularly visit the APSC website for updates regarding the selection process, admit card, examination, or interview schedule.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available in APSC Veterinary Officer Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 137 Veterinary Officer/Block Veterinary Officer (VO/BVO) vacancies have been announced.

Q2. What is the educational qualification required?

Ans: Candidates must possess a Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (AH & VS) from a recognized University or Institution.

Q3. What is the last date to apply online?

Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 06 September 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Ans: Candidates should be between 21 and 38 years as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.

Q5. What is the salary of a Veterinary Officer under APSC?

Ans: The selected candidates will receive a Pay Scale of ₹30,000–₹1,10,000, Grade Pay of ₹12,700 under Pay Band-4, along with admissible allowances.

Q6. What is the application mode?

Ans: Applications must be submitted online through the APSC Recruitment Portal.

Q7. What is the application fee for General category candidates?

Ans: General category candidates have to pay ₹297.20 (including processing fee).