BTSC Assistant Bacteriologist Recruitment 2026 – Official Notification Released
The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna has released the official notification for the post of Assistant Bacteriologist under the Health Department, Bihar. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 25/2026. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the official website www.btsc.bihar.gov.in from 24 July 2026 to 23 August 2026.
📅 Important Dates
- Start of Online Application: 24 July 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 23 August 2026
🧫 Vacancy Details
BTSC has announced a total of 3 vacancies for the post of Assistant Bacteriologist. The category‑wise distribution is as follows:
- Unreserved (UR): 02
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 00
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 00
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 00
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 01
- Backward Class (BC): 00
- Women of Backward Class: 00
- Total: 03
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the following degrees from a recognized university:
- MD in Microbiology OR
- M.Sc. in Microbiology OR
- M.Pharm
💰 Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level‑6 of the 7th Pay Commission as per Bihar Government norms.
📈 Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
🛠️ Essential Tools
- Minimum Age: 25 years
- Maximum Age:
- UR (Male): 37 years
- UR (Female): 40 years
- EBC/BC (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years
- PwD candidates: Relaxation of 10 years
- Government employees with 3+ years of service: Relaxation of 5 years
- Contractual Assistant Bacteriologists: Relaxation equal to service duration
⚖️ Reservation Policy
Reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Bihar. Candidates must submit valid certificates issued by competent authorities. Key points:
- SC/ST candidates: Caste certificate + domicile certificate
- EBC/BC candidates: Non‑creamy layer certificate + domicile certificate
- EWS candidates: Income & asset certificate + domicile certificate
- Women candidates: 35% horizontal reservation (only for Bihar residents)
- PwD candidates: Benchmark disability certificate as per RPwD Act, 2016
- Freedom Fighter Quota: 2% horizontal reservation for grandchildren of recognized freedom fighters
- Transgender candidates: Eligible for BC reservation benefits
💳 Application Fee
Candidates must pay an application fee of ₹100 through online mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Additional bank charges may apply.
🧪 Selection Process
Selection will be based on a combination of Written Examination (Computer Based Test) and Work Experience.
- Written Exam: 75 marks
- Work Experience: Up to 25 marks (5 marks per year of service in government/non‑private labs)
- Total: 100 marks
Exam Pattern
- Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Questions: 100 MCQs (Objective type)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Marks: 400
- Languages: Hindi & English
- Negative Marking: Applicable for wrong answers
- Syllabus: Published separately on BTSC website
📖 Preparation Tips
- Revise microbiology concepts thoroughly (bacteriology, virology, immunology).
- Practice MCQs regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- Stay updated with latest laboratory techniques and health department guidelines.
- Prepare documentation of work experience for additional marks.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – BTSC Bihar Assistant Bacteriologist Recruitment 2026
1. What is the last date to apply for BTSC Assistant Bacteriologist Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 23 August 2026. Candidates must apply through the official BTSC website before the deadline.
2. How many vacancies have been announced?
BTSC has announced a total of 3 vacancies for the post of Assistant Bacteriologist under the Health Department, Bihar.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must possess one of the following degrees from a recognized university:
- MD in Microbiology
- M.Sc. in Microbiology
- M.Pharm
4. What is the age limit for applicants?
The minimum age is 25 years as on 01 August 2026. The maximum age varies by category:
- UR (Male): 37 years
- UR (Female): 40 years
- EBC/BC (Male & Female): 40 years
- SC/ST (Male & Female): 42 years
- PwD candidates: Relaxation of 10 years
5. What is the pay scale for the Assistant Bacteriologist post?
Selected candidates will receive salary under Level‑6 of the 7th Pay Commission as per Bihar Government norms.
6. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹100, payable only through online mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI). Additional bank charges may apply.
7. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on:
- Written Examination (Computer Based Test): 75 marks
- Work Experience: Up to 25 marks (5 marks per year of service in government/non‑private labs)
- Total: 100 marks
8. What is the exam pattern?
The Computer Based Test will consist of 100 objective questions in Hindi and English. The exam duration will be 2 hours, carrying a total of 400 marks. Negative marking will apply for wrong answers.
9. Who is eligible for reservation benefits?
Reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Bihar with valid certificates issued by competent authorities. Candidates from outside Bihar will be treated as unreserved.
10. Where can I apply online?
Candidates can apply online through the official BTSC website: www.btsc.bihar.gov.in.
✅ Final Words
The BTSC Bihar Assistant Bacteriologist Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for qualified microbiology professionals to join the Health Department. With a transparent selection process based on written exam and experience, candidates should apply on time and prepare thoroughly for the Computer Based Test.
