The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has announced the recruitment for the post of Matsya Prasar Padadhikari (Fisheries Extension Officer) with a total of 231 vacancies. The last date to apply for this position is 23 October 2026.
BTSC Matsya Prasar Padadhikari Recruitment 2026: 231 Posts, Apply: Overview
| Organization | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), 19 Harding Road, Patna |
| Post Name | Matsya Prasar Padadhikari (Fisheries Extension Officer) |
| Advt No | 28/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 231 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | www.btsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
The application process has specific dates that candidates need to be aware of. Below are the important dates for this recruitment.
| Online Application Start | 24 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Work-experience Reckoning Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Validity of Certificates | 23 October 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay a fee to complete their application process. The details are as follows:
| General / OBC | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / Women | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit for candidates applying for this position is as follows:
| Minimum Age | 21 years (as on 01.08.2026) |
| Unreserved (Male) | Maximum 37 years |
| Unreserved (Female) | Maximum 40 years |
| Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class (Male/Female) | Maximum 40 years |
| SC/ST (Male/Female) | Maximum 42 years |
Vacancy Details
The vacancies are categorized as follows:
| Category | Total Posts | Women (35% horizontal) |
| Unreserved (UR) | 96 | 34 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 23 | 8 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 | 0 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 41 | 14 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 27 | 9 |
| Women of Backward Class (BC Women) | 7 | – |
| Total | 231 | 77 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a specific educational qualification to be eligible for this position. The mandatory qualification required is a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) from a College of Fisheries under an Agricultural University recognized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi.
| Mandatory Qualification | A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) from a College of Fisheries under an Agricultural University recognized by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary for the selected candidates will be based on the pay scale defined for the position. The pay scale for the Matsya Prasar Padadhikari is as follows:
| Pay Scale | Level-7 |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a competitive Computer Based Test (CBT) combined with marks for relevant work experience. The stages are as follows:
- Written Competitive Examination (CBT)
- Evaluation of Contractual Work Experience
- Preparation of Category-wise Merit List
- Document Verification
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for the position through the official BTSC website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website www.btsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate Advertisement No. 28/2026 for Matsya Prasar Padadhikari and open the online application link.
- Read the detailed notification carefully before proceeding.
- Fill in personal, educational, category/reservation, and work-experience details accurately.
- Upload a recent photograph and signature as per the specified format.
- Upload all relevant certificates and mark-sheets in the prescribed columns.
- Pay the requisite examination fee of ₹100 online and download the payment receipt.
- Download and retain a hard copy of the final submitted application and all supporting documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are eligible for the position of Matsya Prasar Padadhikari as there is no mention of mandatory prior experience for this post.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates will need to provide educational certificates, caste/domicile certificates, and any relevant work-experience documents during the verification process.
What is the mode of examination?
The examination will be conducted as a Computer Based Test (CBT) with objective type questions.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: बिहार तकनीकी सेवा आयोग (BTSC)
- पद: मत्स्य प्रसार पदाधिकारी (Fisheries Extension Officer)
- कुल पद: 231
- योग्यता: 4 वर्षीय बैचलर डिग्री इन फिशरीज साइंस
- आयु सीमा: 21 वर्ष (01.08.2026 के अनुसार)
- अंतिम तिथि: 23 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें
