- Recruitment for 231 Matsya Prasar Padadhikari (Fisheries Extension Officer) positions under the Directorate of Fisheries, Dairy, Fisheries & Animal Resources Department, Government of Bihar.
- Open to candidates with a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) from an ICAR-recognized Agricultural University.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification for selection.
- 75% weightage for CBT marks and 25% for contractual work experience (if applicable).
- 35% horizontal reservation for women (only for Bihar domicile female candidates).
- PwBD reservation (3 VH, 2 HH, 2 OH, 2 MH) and 2% reservation for grandchildren/great-grandchildren of freedom fighters.
- Online application mode only via [BTSC official website](https://www.btsc.bihar.gov.in).
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Active Listing
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
Fisheries Extension Officer (Matsya Prasar Padadhikari) Recruitment 2026
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC)
Total Vacancies
231
Job Location
Directorate of Fisheries, Dairy, Fisheries & Animal Resources Department, Government of Bihar (across Bihar)
Apply Start
24 Sep 2026
Apply Deadline
23 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) (BTSC) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 231 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Pay Level 7 (as per Bihar Government norms) |
| Age Limits | 21 to 42 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Contractual work experience on the same post in a Bihar Government/statutory body (max. 25 marks, prorated per year). |
| Application Fee | ₹100 (One-time fee for all categories; no exemptions mentioned). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) from a College of Fisheries under an Agricultural University recognized by ICAR, New Delhi.
- Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Domicile Requirement: Reservation benefits (including 35% for women) are only for permanent Bihar domicile candidates.
- Caste/Domicile Certificates: Required for SC/ST, BC/EBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per state norms.
- Freedom Fighter Certificate: Required for 2% reservation under grandchildren/great-grandchildren of recognized freedom fighters.
- Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen.
- Domicile Requirement: Reservation benefits (including 35% for women) are only for permanent Bihar domicile candidates.
- Caste/Domicile Certificates: Required for SC/ST, BC/EBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per state norms.
- Freedom Fighter Certificate: Required for 2% reservation under grandchildren/great-grandchildren of recognized freedom fighters.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) worth 75 marks (100 objective MCQs, 2-hour duration).
- Work Experience Marks: Up to 25 marks for contractual work experience (prorated per year).
- Total Marks: 100 marks (CBT + Experience).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% in CBT for all categories.
- Normalization Process: Applied for multi-shift/session exams.
- Document Verification: Conducted for candidates qualifying the CBT and experience marks.
- Work Experience Marks: Up to 25 marks for contractual work experience (prorated per year).
- Total Marks: 100 marks (CBT + Experience).
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 30% in CBT for all categories.
- Normalization Process: Applied for multi-shift/session exams.
- Document Verification: Conducted for candidates qualifying the CBT and experience marks.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, BC, EBC, Women (35% horizontal), PwBD, Freedom Fighters (2%)
📂 Required Documents
- Educational Certificates: B.F.Sc. degree certificate, mark sheets, and provisional certificate.
- Caste/Domicile Certificates: SC/ST, BC/EBC, EWS, or domicile certificate (as applicable).
- Disability Certificate: For PwBD candidates (40% benchmark disability).
- Freedom Fighter Certificate: For grandchildren/great-grandchildren of freedom fighters.
- Work Experience Certificate: Salary Payment Certificate (Annexure-I format) for contractual experience marks.
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate: For age relaxation claims.
- Photo ID: Aadhaar preferred; else PAN, driving license, etc.
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph & Signature: As per specified format.
- Caste/Domicile Certificates: SC/ST, BC/EBC, EWS, or domicile certificate (as applicable).
- Disability Certificate: For PwBD candidates (40% benchmark disability).
- Freedom Fighter Certificate: For grandchildren/great-grandchildren of freedom fighters.
- Work Experience Certificate: Salary Payment Certificate (Annexure-I format) for contractual experience marks.
- Ex-Servicemen Certificate: For age relaxation claims.
- Photo ID: Aadhaar preferred; else PAN, driving license, etc.
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph & Signature: As per specified format.
💳 Application Fee Details
₹100 (One-time fee for all categories; no exemptions mentioned).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many Matsya Prasar Padadhikari vacancies are available under BTSC Bihar Recruitment 2026?
There are 231 vacancies for the post of Matsya Prasar Padadhikari (Fisheries Extension Officer) under BTSC Recruitment 2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit online applications is 23 October 2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer posts?
The minimum age is 21 years (as of 1 August 2026), and the maximum age varies by category: 37 years (UR male), 40 years (UR female/BC/EBC), and 42 years (SC/ST). Age relaxations apply as per government norms.
Q.
Is there an application fee for BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
Yes, the application fee is ₹100 for all categories. No exemptions are mentioned in the notification.
Q.
Are women eligible for the 35% horizontal reservation in this recruitment?
Yes, 35% horizontal reservation for women is applicable, but only for female candidates who are permanent (domicile) residents of Bihar.