Short Detail:
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has opened applications for Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 for 231 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24 September to 23 October 2026. Check the age rules, degree requirement, fee and selection marks before applying.
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Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 28/2026
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 24/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 23/10/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 23/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: To be announced
- Exam Date: To be announced
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹100
- Payment method: Online only
- Pay by debit card, credit card, internet banking or UPI. Bank or processing charges may apply.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Upper age limit category wise: See table below
- Relaxation may apply under the rules listed below.
Category-Wise Maximum Age
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Male | 37 Years |
| Unreserved Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC, Male and Female | 40 Years |
| SC / ST, Male and Female | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Eligible group | Relaxation rule |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Bihar Government regular employees with 3+ years of continuous service | 5 years for higher pay-scale posts |
| Eligible contractual staff on the same post | Equal to the period of contractual service |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years plus defence service, subject to the stated 57-year cap |
| Candidates covered by the previous recruitment-cycle provision | Eligible if they fell within the age limit from 01/08/2020 to 01/08/2026 and meet other conditions |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 231
| Category | Vacancies | Bihar domicile women seats (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 96 | 34 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 23 | 08 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | 00 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 41 | 14 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 27 | 09 |
| Women of Backward Classes (WBC) | 07 | — |
| Total | 231 | 77 |
Eligibility Details
- Applicants have a four-year Bachelor of Fisheries Science (B.F.Sc.) degree from an ICAR-recognised Fisheries College under an Agricultural University.
Fisheries Extension Officer: Salary Details
| Post Name | Department | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Fisheries Extension Officer (मत्स्य प्रसार पदाधिकारी) | Directorate of Fisheries, Bihar | Pay Level 7 |
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BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Merit calculation
| Selection component | Maximum marks | How it is counted |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 75 | CBT percentage × 0.75. For example, 60% gives 45 marks. |
| Contractual work experience | 25 | 5 marks for each eligible year on the same post, up to 25. Part-year service receives proportionate marks. |
| Total | 100 | Final merit is based on the combined score. |
CBT pattern
- Mode: Computer Based Test with 100 objective questions for 100 marks.
- Duration: 2 hours. The paper is available in Hindi and English.
- Each correct answer earns 1 mark. Each wrong answer loses 0.25 marks.
- Normalisation will apply if the exam runs in more than one shift.
- Minimum qualifying score: 30%. Candidates below this score are not considered for the merit list.
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
When does the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer application window open and close?
Online applications are scheduled from 24 September 2026 through 23 October 2026.
What is the educational qualification for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer post?
Applicants need a four-year B.F.Sc. degree from an ICAR-recognised Fisheries College under an Agricultural University.
What is the age limit for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer recruitment?
The minimum age is 21 years. The upper limit ranges from 37 to 42 years by category, with listed relaxations.
How many Fisheries Extension Officer vacancies are announced under BTSC Advt. 28/2026?
The notice lists 231 posts, including 77 seats under the horizontal reservation for Bihar domicile women.
What is the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer application fee?
The fee is ₹100 for all categories. Online payment charges may apply separately.
How will BTSC prepare the Fisheries Extension Officer merit list?
The CBT carries up to 75 marks and eligible contractual experience carries up to 25 marks.