Bihar Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026: Eligibility, Exam Pattern and Complete Guide
Good news for science, agriculture and medical graduates! The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has released Advertisement No. 29/2026 for 105 Food Safety Officer posts in the Health Department, Bihar. This is a regular appointment in the Bihar Food Safety Service, with pay at Pay Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200, Pay Band-2). If you have been waiting for government jobs in Bihar that value a food technology, dairy, microbiology, chemistry or medical degree, this notification is written for you.
The online application window runs from 25 September 2026 to 24 October 2026. Graduates, post-graduates and doctorate holders in the listed subjects, and MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BAMS and similar degree holders, can apply. Below we cover vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, the CBT exam pattern, fees and the steps to apply. Read the full article carefully so you do not miss any condition, and trust GovtJobsAlert.in for every update on this recruitment.
BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
The Bihar Technical Service Commission conducts recruitment for technical posts in Bihar government departments. This time the requisition has come from the Health Department, Bihar, Patna, for the Food Safety Cadre. Selected officers will enforce food safety rules in the state after completing training.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna |
| Department | Health Department, Bihar |
| Advertisement No. | 29/2026 |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 105 |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200, Pay Band-2) |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Dates | 25 September 2026 to 24 October 2026 |
| Selection | Written Competitive Exam (CBT) and Document Verification |
How Many Vacancies are in BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?
There is only one post, so the category split below is the full picture. The women column is horizontal reservation for women who are permanent residents of Bihar, and it sits inside the category total, not on top of it.
| Category | Total Seats | Of which, Bihar Domicile Women (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 41 | 14 |
| EWS | 11 | 4 |
| SC | 17 | 6 |
| ST | 2 | 0 |
| EBC | 18 | 6 |
| BC | 12 | 4 |
| Backward Class Women (WBC) | 4 | 0 |
| Total | 105 | 34 |
| Horizontal Reservation (within 105) | Seats |
|---|---|
| Divyang (PwBD) — VH | 2 |
| Divyang (PwBD) — HH | 1 |
| Divyang (PwBD) — OH | 1 |
| Divyang (PwBD) — MH | 1 |
| Grandchildren of Freedom Fighters | 2 |
The Divyang and Freedom Fighter seats are only for natives of Bihar. The Commission may also increase or decrease the number of vacancies during selection after consulting the Health Department.
Candidates from outside Bihar can also apply, but they get no reservation benefit. They compete as Unreserved and must score at least 40% in the exam, whatever their category.
What is the Eligibility for BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
Educational Qualification
You need ANY ONE of the four routes below from a recognised university or institution. If you are a graduate looking for a government job in food or life sciences, check your subject carefully against this list.
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Route 1 | Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry or Medicine |
| Route 2 (Food Technology stream) | Graduate, Post-Graduate or Doctorate degree in Food Engineering; Food Engineering & Technology; Food Processing & Preservation; Food Processing & Technology; Food Technology & Management; Food Biotechnology; Food Plant Operation Management; Food Process Engineering & Management; Food Processing; Food Safety & Quality Management; or Process & Food Engineering |
| Route 2 (Agricultural Science stream) | Graduate, Post-Graduate or Doctorate degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Biotechnology, Dairy Technology, Fisheries, Food Technology, Food Nutrition & Dietetics, or Horticulture |
| Route 3 | MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery, BAMS, or Bachelor of Sowa-Rigpa Medicine & Surgery |
| Route 4 | Any other recognised course or qualification notified from time to time by FSSAI, New Delhi, with prior approval of the Central Government |
Medical and AYUSH graduates often skip this post thinking it is only for food technologists. It is not. Route 3 opens it to you, so if you follow medical and healthcare government jobs, take a close look.
All certificates and marksheets must be issued on or before 24 October 2026. A degree result that comes out after that date will not count.
Age Limit
Age is counted as on 01 August 2026. The minimum age is 21 years for everyone. Your date of birth is taken from your Matriculation or equivalent certificate.
| 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 |
| Additional Relaxation | Extra Years |
|---|---|
| Divyang (PwBD) | 10 years |
| Bihar Govt regular servants with 3 years’ continuous service | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years plus period of defence service (actual age must not exceed 57 years on the date of application; certificate compulsory) |
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Remember, a candidate gets only ONE of these three extra relaxations (Divyang, government servant or Ex-Servicemen), never two together.
What is the Salary of BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
The notification places this post at Pay Level 6 of the revised pay structure. In the old (unrevised) scale this is Grade Pay ₹4,200 in Pay Band-2.
- Pay Level: Level 6 (revised pay structure)
- Unrevised Scale: Grade Pay ₹4,200, Pay Band-2
- Nature of Job: Regular appointment in the Bihar Food Safety Service
The notification does not print a basic pay amount or an in-hand figure, so we have not guessed one. Pay Level 6 is the figure to compare with other jobs you are considering.
This is a regular post in a state cadre, not a contract job. That job security is a big reason to prepare seriously, even if the exam feels tough at first.
What is the Selection Process for BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Competitive Exam (CBT) | 100 marks; the Commission selects candidates on the basis of this exam |
| Document Verification | Compulsory on the date fixed by the Commission |
| Training before appointment | Selected candidates are appointed only after training under the FSS Act 2006 / FSS Rules 2011 and FSSAI guidelines |
| Exam Pattern | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test, held in more than one shift |
| Questions | 100 multiple-choice objective questions |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Language | Hindi and English |
| Marking | +1 for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Normalization | Applied to all candidates’ results |
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC / ST, Women and Divyang | 32% |
| Candidates from outside Bihar (including women and Divyang) | 40% |
The syllabus is set by the Health Department and will be published separately on the Commission website. Until then, revise food chemistry, microbiology and food safety law, and use our syllabus and exam pattern section to plan. Candidates who do not reach the qualifying marks for their category will have no claim at all.
If you miss Document Verification on your fixed date, you will not get a second chance.
How to Apply Online for BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
Keep these ready before you start: Matriculation certificate, degree marksheets and certificates, caste / non-creamy layer / EWS certificate, domicile certificate, and a recent photo.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official BTSC application portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with your own working mobile number and email, or sign in if already registered |
| 3 | Fill the form carefully and enter your Aadhaar number (or PAN / Driving Licence) as photo ID |
| 4 | Upload a clear scan of every certificate and marksheet, and a photo taken within 3 months (white background, eyes open, no spectacles) |
| 5 | Pay the ₹100 fee online by Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI |
| 6 | Submit, then download and keep the final application form and fee receipt |
Only registering and paying the fee does not mean your application is complete, so finish the form fully. No correction is allowed after submission, and your reservation category cannot be changed after registration. Any certificate you do not mention and upload in the online form will not be accepted at Document Verification. Printed, typed or handwritten applications are not accepted.
What are the Important Dates for BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 25 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 24 October 2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 August 2026 |
| Certificates Must Be Issued By | 24 October 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced on the BTSC website |
What is the Application Fee for BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | ₹100 |
Payment is accepted only online, by Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking or UPI. Bank charges are extra. The notification lists no category-wise exemption. Keep the fee receipt safely.
Which Rules Can Cancel Your BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026 Application?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Reservation claim | Reservation benefit is only for permanent residents of Bihar; others compete as Unreserved. If you do not claim a category in the form, you will not get it |
| BC / EBC certificate | A caste certificate alone is not enough; a non-creamy layer certificate is compulsory |
| Women applicants | Caste / non-creamy layer certificate must be issued in the father’s name and address |
| EWS certificate | Income and asset certificate is valid for one year from the date of issue |
| Divyang claim | Certificate must be in Appendix-1 format (Form VI for multiple disability); expired temporary certificates are not valid; the Commission’s Medical Board will re-examine every claim |
| Transgender candidates | Get the reservation benefit given to Backward Classes |
| Freedom Fighter quota | A certificate signed by your home district’s District Magistrate (or an officer authorised by the DM) is needed; a successor identity card is not accepted |
| Incomplete or late forms | Incomplete, unclear, unsigned or late applications will be rejected and the fee will not be refunded |
| Missing uploads | The Commission may cancel your candidature if any certificate or marksheet is not uploaded |
| Blurry documents | Unclear or unreadable uploads can end your candidature even at Document Verification |
| Wrong photo | A photo not meeting the rules can lead to cancellation |
| Mismatch in details | Any error found when your form is matched with original certificates will cancel your candidature |
| Fake certificates | Candidature will be cancelled at any stage and legal action will be taken |
All notices will appear only on the Commission website. BTSC is not bound to inform you by SMS, email or newspaper, so check the website regularly.
BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for BTSC Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit BTSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Bihar Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If your degree matches any of the four routes, don’t let this chance slip away. There are 105 seats, a regular state job and a clear exam pattern, so start preparing today. Apply well before 24 October 2026, because the Commission is not responsible for internet or payment failures on the last day. For more Bihar government job notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.