Assam VFA Recruitment 2026: 200 Veterinary Field Assistant Posts – Full Details

Recruitment Status: Open | Last Updated: 12 September 2026

The Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam has opened Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 for 200 posts of Veterinary Field Assistant and its allied cadre. The notification (No. E-543943/72) was issued on 29 August 2026 by the Director, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Chenikuthi, Guwahati-03, following approval from the Government of Assam vide letter No. E-837098/34 dated 26 August 2026. Online applications for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 open on 3 September 2026 and close on 23 September 2026.

A key point in this recruitment is that selected candidates must complete a mandatory one-year training course before appointment, and it comes with One important condition candidate should understand before applying is the mandatory one-year training before appointment. That candidates need to understand before applying selection is only half the process. Selected candidates must complete a mandatory one-year training course before they are actually appointed to the post — something many similar recruitment notices don’t require, and something worth reading carefully before you commit to applying.

What This Recruitment Means for Assam Candidates

“If you’re also tracking other state government recruitment notifications, this VFA drive is worth comparing against similar science-stream openings.”

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 is open only to permanent residents of Assam, and the department has made this condition explicit rather than assumed — you’re required to upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam specifically for educational purposes. If your PRC was issued for a different purpose, it’s worth checking with your local Circle Office whether it will be accepted before you begin the application, since resubmission isn’t allowed after final submission.

Another detail that candidates from outside major towns should note: the mandatory training is conducted at a single physical location — the School of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Assam, at Ghungoor, Silchar, and its extended campuses. This is in the Barak Valley, which means candidates from Upper Assam or Lower Assam districts should factor in relocation for the full one-year training period before applying, since the bond that follows selection commits you to Government of Assam service for a minimum of three years afterward.

Assam VFA Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

Vacancy and Category Breakdown

The 200 posts under Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 are distributed across categories as follows, based directly on the official Schedule-I roster attached to the notification:

A point worth flagging here since the official table doesn’t clarify it directly: the OBC/MOBC row shows 73 posts with 2 posts separately marked for Tea Tribes candidates, but the notification doesn’t explicitly state whether these 2 are included within the 73 or additional to it. Counting them as additional would put the total at 202 against a notified total of 200, so we’ve gone with the department’s stated grand total of 200 rather than guessing at the breakdown. If this matters for your specific eligibility, it’s worth a direct query to the department before applying.

Separately, 8 posts are reserved for PwBD candidates (2 each for Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disability, Blindness & Low Vision, and Autism spectrum conditions), and 4 posts for Ex-Servicemen. PwBD candidates need a benchmark disability of 40% or more, certified by a competent medical authority, to claim this reservation.

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification: You need to have passed the full-time HSSLC (Class 12) examination in the Science stream with Biology as one of your subjects, from a recognized Board, Council, or University. This is a fixed requirement — there’s no alternate qualification route mentioned anywhere in the notification, so candidates from Arts or Commerce streams, or those who took Science without Biology, are not eligible regardless of any other qualification they may hold.

Age Limit: Candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 40 years old as on 1 January 2026. Age relaxation applies as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC/MOBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 2 years for Ex-Servicemen. The department will calculate your age strictly from your HSLC pass certificate, HSLC admit card, or an equivalent Board-issued certificate that clearly states your date of birth — no other document will be accepted for this purpose.

Residency: You must be a permanent resident of Assam and a citizen of India as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution.

Employment Exchange Registration: A valid, updated Employment Exchange Registration Certificate is compulsory for every applicant, regardless of category.

Small Family Norms Declaration: You’ll need to submit a declaration in the prescribed Form-A regarding the Small Family Norms at the time of applying — easy to miss among the larger document list.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates under Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 will be placed in Pay Band-2 of ₹14,000 to ₹70,000, with a Grade Pay of ₹6,200, plus other allowances admissible from time to time as per Assam government norms. This pay scale applies specifically to the Veterinary Field Assistant post and its allied cadre listed under Part D of Schedule I — other technical posts within the same department (like Livestock Inspector or Technical Assistant) sit in different pay bands.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination: An OMR-based test of 100 questions for 100 marks, at Class 12 (HSSLC Science) standard, to be completed in 120 minutes.

The official notification does not mention any negative marking provision — so there’s no indication that wrong answers will cost you marks, though candidates should treat this as unconfirmed until the department states it explicitly on the admit card.

2. Mandatory One-Year Training: This is the part that genuinely sets Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 apart. Passing the written exam doesn’t get you the job directly — selected candidates must complete a full year of training in Elementary Knowledge of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science at Ghungoor, Silchar, and pass it, before they’re actually appointed at the stated pay scale. If you fail a subject during training, you get a re-examination chance, with a maximum of three total attempts allowed across the training period. Fail to clear it within three chances, and you lose eligibility for appointment altogether — even after clearing the original written exam.

Before this training begins, selected candidates also have to sign a bond (format prescribed under Schedule III) committing to serve the Government of Assam for a minimum of three years after training, anywhere within the state. Breaking this commitment can require repaying the training costs incurred, with interest at applicable government rates.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026, for candidates of any category.

Documents Required

Keep these ready as scanned PDFs (each under 4 MB, legible, ideally scanned at 200 dpi in greyscale):

• Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and pass certificates
• Age proof document (HSLC admit card, pass certificate, or equivalent, clearly showing date of birth)
• Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes
• Updated Employment Exchange Registration Card
• Form-A declaration for Small Family Norms
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates claiming reservation)
• PwBD certificate (where applicable, 40% or more benchmark disability)
• Ex-Servicemen Identity Card and Discharge Book (where applicable)
• Employment certificate and NOC (candidates in regular Assam government service)
• Passport-size colour photograph, white background, JPEG, 4.5cm × 3.5cm, max 150×200 pixels, 200–500 KB
• Scanned signature in black/dark blue ink, JPEG, 150×50 pixels, 30–100 KB

How to Apply for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 — Step by Step

1. Go to the official application portal for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026 and register with your basic details.
2. Log in and fill in your personal, educational, address, and category information carefully.
3. Enter an active mobile number and valid email address — the department uses these specifically to communicate your application status.
4. Upload every required document in the exact format and size specified above.
5. Review every field and document before submitting — no editing, correction, or resubmission is allowed once submitted, and withdrawal requests won’t be entertained.
6. Download your registration slip, noting your Registration Number or Enrollment ID, and keep it safely.

Common Mistakes to Avoid in Assam VFA Recruitment 2026

1. Uploading a PRC issued for a purpose other than education.
2. Submitting without an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate, assuming it’s optional — it isn’t, for any category.
3. Missing the Form-A Small Family Norms declaration.
4. Applying without checking the Biology requirement carefully — Science stream alone isn’t sufficient.
5. Treating the training bond as a minor formality — it’s a genuine three-year service commitment with financial consequences for breaking it.
6. Uploading photographs or signatures outside the specified pixel dimensions and file size ranges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many posts are available under Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?
There are 200 vacancies of Veterinary Field Assistant and allied cadre posts.

What is the last date to apply online for Assam VFA Recruitment 2026?
23 September 2026, up to 23:59 hrs.

What is the educational qualification required?
Full-time HSSLC (Class 12) pass in Science stream with Biology, from a recognized Board, Council, or University.

Is Employment Exchange Registration compulsory?
Yes, along with an Assam PRC issued for educational purposes.

What is the age limit?
18 to 40 years as on 1 January 2026, with relaxation of 5 years (SC/ST), 3 years (OBC/MOBC), 10 years (PwBD), 2 years (Ex-Servicemen).

Is there any application fee?
No, for any category.

Is training compulsory after selection?
Yes — a mandatory one-year training at Ghungoor, Silchar, with a maximum of three attempts allowed to pass, before actual appointment.

Do I need to sign a service bond?
Yes, committing to at least three years of Government of Assam service, or repayment of training costs with interest if broken.

Will there be negative marking?
The official notification does not mention any negative marking provision.

Official Links

• Application Portal: https://ahvfa.assam.statedatacenter.in/registration
• Official Notification (PDF): https://animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in/sites/default/files/swf_utility_folder/departments/ahvetdept_webcomindia_org_oid_3/menu/document/detailed_advertisement_with_guidelines_and_instructions_200_vfa_and_allied_posts_29.08.2026.pdf
• Official Website: https://animalhusbandry.assam.gov.in/

Update History

12 September 2026: Article published based on official notification No. E-543943/72 dated 29 August 2026. Application portal link verified live.

About the Author

This article is written and maintained by Powrel Prakash, Founder and Editor of AssamJobUpdate.com, based directly on the official recruitment notification issued by the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam.

Disclaimer

AssamJobUpdate.com is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department, Assam, or the Government of Assam. All details in this article are drawn from the official notification and are provided for informational purposes only. Candidates should verify all information directly from the official website before applying. AssamJobUpdate.com is not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting department after publication. Candidates should never pay money to any third party in the name of selection or recruitment.

Powrel Prakash

Prakash Powrel is the Founder & Editor of Assam Job Update. He is dedicated to helping students and job seekers across Assam and Northeast India by publishing Government Jobs, Private Jobs, Admissions, Results, Scholarships, and Career updates based on official notifications and trusted sources.