Overview
The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has released an official notification for the BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment. Under this recruitment drive, the commission aims to fill 105 vacancies for the post of Food Safety Officer in the Health Department of the Government of Bihar. This is a regular appointment opportunity for eligible candidates looking to build a career in the state’s health sector.
Interested applicants who hold the required educational qualifications can submit their applications through the online mode. The application window is open, and candidates must complete their registration and fee payment on or before 24 October 2026. Read on to find all the essential details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limits, and the selection process.
Vacancy Details
The commission has announced a total of 105 vacancies. There is a 35% horizontal reservation for female candidates who are native to Bihar. Below is the category-wise distribution of the posts:
| Category | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 41 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 11 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 18 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 12 |
| Backward Class Women (WBC) | 04 |
| Total | 105 |
Eligibility
Candidates must possess one of the following educational qualifications from a recognized university or institute to be eligible for the Food Safety Officer post:
- A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, or Medicine.
- A degree in specific related subjects such as Food Engineering, Food Processing, Dairy Technology, Fisheries, or Food Nutrition and Dietetics.
- A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, or Bachelor of Sowa Rigpa Medicine and Surgery.
- Any other qualification recognized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) for the appointment of Food Safety Officers.
Age Limit
The age of the candidates will be calculated as of 01 August 2026. The minimum age required to apply is 21 years. The maximum age limits are as follows:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 Years
- Unreserved (Female): 40 Years
- Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class (Male and Female): 40 Years
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Male and Female): 42 Years
Age relaxations are applicable for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), ex-servicemen, and regular government servants of Bihar as per state government rules.
Salary and Benefits
Candidates appointed as Food Safety Officers will receive a salary based on the revised pay structure at Pay Level-06. This corresponds to the unrevised pay scale with a Grade Pay of Rs. 4200 in Pay Band-2.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application: 25 September 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 24 October 2026
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for the recruitment by following these simple steps:
- Visit the official website of the Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC).
- Look for the Advt. No. 29/2026 for the Food Safety Officer post and click on the application link.
- Fill in all your personal, educational, and communication details correctly in the online form.
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and all required original certificates (like age proof, educational degrees, and caste certificates).
- Pay the online application fee of Rs. 100 using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Submit the final application form and download a copy. Keep a printed hard copy safe for future document verification.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification. The selection stages are:
- Computer Based Test (CBT): The exam will have 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks. The duration of the test will be two hours. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer. The final results will be prepared using a normalization process.
- Document Verification: Candidates who qualify in the CBT will be called for document verification. They must present all original documents uploaded during the online application process.
Selected candidates will undergo mandatory training organized by the state government in collaboration with the FSSAI before final posting.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.0What is the total number of vacancies for the BTSC Food Safety Officer post?
There are a total of 105 vacancies available for the Food Safety Officer post under the Health Department of Bihar.
2. What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application and application fee is 24 October 2026.
3. What is the application fee for the BTSC Food Safety Officer exam?
All applicants are required to pay an online application fee of Rs. 100.
4. Is there any negative marking in the computer-based test?
Yes, there is a negative marking system. For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
5. What is the minimum age to apply?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old as of 01 August 2026 to be eligible for this post.
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