Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Company Name | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
| Post Name | Technician (Bench Chemist), Assistant Bacteriologist |
| No of Posts | 14 (11 Technician, 3 Assistant Bacteriologist) |
| Salary | Level-5 (Technician Bench Chemist); Level-6, 7th CPC (Assistant Bacteriologist) - exact gross salary not specified in the notifications |
| Qualification | D.Pharma or B.Pharma (Technician); M.D. Microbiology, M.Sc. Microbiology, or M.Pharma (Assistant Bacteriologist) |
| Age Limit | As per official notification |
| Last Date | 23 Aug 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Bihar Government Job |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 22.07.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24.07.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 23.08.2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 01.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Validity of Uploaded Certificates | 23.08.2026 |
| Work Experience Cut-off Date (for contract-based candidates) | 24.07.2026 |
| Exam Date | Not specified in the notifications |
Vacancy Details
A total of 14 vacancies have been announced for Technician (Bench Chemist) and Assistant Bacteriologist posts. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease based on further requisitions received before the last date of application. | S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Technician (Bench Chemist) | 11 (UR-05, EWS-01, SC-02, ST-00, EBC-02, BC-01) |
| 2 | Assistant Bacteriologist | 3 (UR-02, EBC-01) |
| Total | 14 |
Horizontal reservation is applicable as per Bihar Government norms, including 35% for women (Bihar domicile only), reservation for persons with disabilities (PwD), and 2% for grandchildren of freedom fighters (Bihar domicile). Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification – Technician (Bench Chemist) | D.Pharma or B.Pharma from a recognized university. Six (6) months of work experience in drug testing and analysis is mandatory. |
| Educational Qualification – Assistant Bacteriologist | M.D. in Microbiology, or M.Sc. in Microbiology, or M.Pharma from a recognized university. |
| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Final Year Candidates | As per official notification |
Age Limit
Age will be reckoned as on 01.08.2026. | Post Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| Technician (Bench Chemist) |
| Unreserved (General) | 21 years | 37 years |
| Unreserved Women | 21 years | 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male/Female) | 21 years | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male/Female) | 21 years | 42 years |
| Assistant Bacteriologist |
| Unreserved (General) | 25 years | 37 years |
| Unreserved Women | 25 years | 40 years |
| BC / EBC (Male/Female) | 25 years | 40 years |
| SC / ST (Male/Female) | 25 years | 42 years |
Age Relaxation: - Persons with disabilities: 10 years.
- Government servants with three years of continuous regular service: 5 years.
- Candidates working on contract in non-private laboratories in Bihar: Age relaxation equal to the duration of their contractual engagement, up to a maximum limit, calculated as on 01.08.2026.
Only one type of age relaxation is admissible to any candidate. Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories (both posts) | ₹100/- |
Payment must be made only in online mode through debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI. Candidates applying for both posts must pay the fee separately for each application. Selection Process
Selection for both posts will be made on the basis of a Computer Based Test (CBT) and work experience. | Component | Marks |
| Written Competitive Examination (CBT) | 400 |
| Work Experience (max 5 marks/year, up to 25 marks) | Up to 25 |
The written exam will consist of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 400 marks, in both Hindi and English, with a duration of 2 hours. 4 marks are awarded per correct answer, and 1 mark is deducted per wrong answer (negative marking applicable). Minimum qualifying marks: General category – 40%, BC – 36.5%, EBC – 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwD – 32%. Candidates residing outside Bihar must secure the General category minimum of 40%. Salary
| Post Name | Pay Level |
| Technician (Bench Chemist) | Level-5 (exact gross salary not specified in the notification) |
| Assistant Bacteriologist | Level-6, 7th Pay Commission revised pay structure (exact gross salary not specified in the notification) |
Documents Required
- Matriculation original certificate (for date of birth proof)
- Mark sheets of all years and original/provisional certificate of the relevant qualification
- Work experience certificate (if applicable)
- Caste certificate (if applicable, for Bihar domicile)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Freedom Fighter's Grandchildren certificate (if applicable, for Bihar domicile)
- Domicile certificate (for Bihar residents claiming reservation)
- Identity proof (e.g., Aadhar Card, PAN Card)
- Scanned Photograph
- Scanned Signature
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) at www.btsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Locate the relevant advertisement (Advertisement No. 26/2026 for Technician or 25/2026 for Assistant Bacteriologist) and click on the "Apply Online" link.
- Register by providing the necessary personal and contact details.
- Fill out the online application form accurately with all required information.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all mandatory documents as per the specified format and size.
- Proceed to pay the application fee online using a debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Review the entire application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in BTSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 14 vacancies have been announced, comprising 11 posts for Technician (Bench Chemist) and 3 posts for Assistant Bacteriologist.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for BTSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online for the BTSC Technician and Assistant Bacteriologist posts is August 23, 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for BTSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The application fee for all categories for both posts is ₹100/-. Candidates applying for both posts must pay the fee separately for each application.
Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?
Ans: For Technician (Bench Chemist), D.Pharma or B.Pharma with 6 months of work experience is required. For Assistant Bacteriologist, M.D. in Microbiology, M.Sc. in Microbiology, or M.Pharma is needed.
Q5. What is the age limit for BTSC Technician and Assistant Bacteriologist posts?
Ans: The minimum age is 21 years for Technician and 25 years for Assistant Bacteriologist, with maximum age varying by category (37-42 years) as on August 01, 2026.
Q6. What is the selection process for BTSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The selection process involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) carrying 400 marks and marks awarded for work experience (up to 25 marks).