Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Department, Assam |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) & Allied Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 200 |
| Qualification | 12th Pass (Science) + Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) training/course certificate from a recognized institute. |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years. |
| Last Date | 23 Sep 2026 |
| Location | Assam |
| Category | Assam Govt Jobs (State Level) |
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam, has invited online applications for 200 Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and allied cadre posts. Applications can be submitted free of cost at animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in from 3 September 2026, 10:00 hrs to 23 September 2026.
Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Government of Assam |
| Office Location | Chenikuthi, Guwahati-03, Assam |
| Advertisement No. | E-543943/71 |
| Advertisement Date | 26 August 2026 |
| Post Name | Veterinary Field Assistant (VFA) and its allied cadre posts |
| Total Posts | 200 |
| Recruitment Basis | Filled as per existing vacancy in the respective category, per Post Based Roster Register |
Assam VFA Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 3 September 2026, 10:00 hrs |
| Online Application Closing | 23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 January 2026 |
Assam VFA Eligibility 2026
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination pass in Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects, from a recognized Board/Council/University |
| Citizenship | Must be an Indian citizen as defined under Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India |
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of the State of Assam; a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes must be uploaded as proof of domicile |
| PwBD Category | Must possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more, supported by a certificate from the competent authority |
| Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC) | Must be issued by the Government of Assam competent authority, clearly indicating the candidate's caste, the Act/order recognizing it as SC/ST/OBC/MOBC, and the candidate's village/town of ordinary residence |
Mandatory One-Year Training
Selected candidates must undergo a mandatory 1 (one) year Training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science at the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, Ghungoor, Silchar, and its extended campuses under the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. Candidates must pass this training before appointment.
Assam VFA Age Limit
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years, maximum 40 years, as on 01-01-2026 (per Govt. Office Memorandum No. ABP.6/2016/51 dated 02-09-2020) |
Upper Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST candidates | 5 years |
| OBC/MOBC candidates | 3 years |
| PwBD candidates | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen candidates | 2 years |
How to Apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website: animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in.
- Register and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the required documents, including the Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC), educational certificates, and category/reservation certificates as applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen candidates applying against the reserved post must upload their Ex-Servicemen Identity Card (issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam) and Discharge Book.
- Review all details carefully and submit the application between 3 September 2026, 10:00 hrs and 23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs.
- No application fee is payable by any category of candidate.
Q1. How many VFA posts are available?
200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant and its allied cadre, under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
23 September 2026, 23:59 hrs.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required?
A pass in the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of the subjects.
Q4. Is there an application fee?
No. There is no application fee for any category of candidate.
Q5. What is the age limit?
18 to 40 years as on 01-01-2026, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen.
Disclaimer: These details are compiled from the AHVD Assam Veterinary Field Assistant advertisement. Candidates should read the complete notification on the AHVD Assam Veterinary Field Assistant website before applying.