BASU Associate & Asstt. Professor Recruitment 2026: 95 Posts
Short Information: Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU), Patna has invited applications for 95 Veterinary Faculty posts — 43 Associate Professor (Academic Level-13A) and 52 Assistant Professor (Academic Level-10) positions across Bihar Veterinary College, Patna and College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Kishanganj. If you're holding a Ph.D. in a veterinary discipline with teaching or post-doctoral research experience, the Associate Professor post offers a pay scale of ₹1,31,400-2,17,100, while fresh Ph.D./NET-qualified candidates can apply for Assistant Professor at ₹57,700-1,82,400. There's no written exam here — selection runs entirely on your Academic Score Card (qualification, experience, publications, awards) plus a personal interview, so your research record genuinely decides your merit position. Vacancies are spread across 17 departments including Veterinary Medicine, Surgery and Radiology, Microbiology, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, and Livestock Production Management, with reservation for UR, EBC, SC, BC, EWS and ST categories, plus Divyang and Grandchild of Freedom Fighter quotas. Applications must reach the Registrar's office by post, not online, so plan your document courier well before 31 July 2026. If your Master's or Ph.D. matches any department listed in Annexure-I or II, this is a stable state university appointment worth applying for.
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BASU Professor Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 07/07/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (by Speed Post/Registered Post) | 31/07/2026 (05:00 PM) |
| In-Service Candidates: Proper Channel Copy Submission | Within 10 Days of Last Date (Text-Based, exact date not specified) |
| Interview / Exam Date | To be notified |
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee
| UR / BC / EBC | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / Divyang | ₹250 |
BASU Associate & Asstt. Professor Recruitment 2026: 95 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: Associate Professor: No age limit; Assistant Professor: 37-42 Years (category-wise, as per Resolution No. 294 dated 07/01/2016)
(Backward Class & Extremely Backward Class (Male & Female): 40 Years, Unreserved Category (Female): 40 Years, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Male & Female): 42 Years, Bihar Govt Employees applying for Higher Pay Scale: +5 Years extra relaxation, Divyang candidates (all categories): +10 Years additional relaxation)
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor (Academic Level-13A) | 43 |
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| Assistant Professor (Academic Level-10) | 52 |
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| Total Vacancy | 95 |
Recruitment Table: Associate Professor - Category Wise Vacancy (Bihar Veterinary College, Patna)
| Post Name | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor - Patna | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 17 |
| Total | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 17 |
| Note:Includes backlog vacancies carried forward from earlier recruitment cycles | ||||||||
Recruitment Table: Associate Professor - Category Wise Vacancy (College of Veterinary & Animal Science, Kishanganj)
| Post Name | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor - Kishanganj | 7 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| Total | 7 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 26 |
| Note:Includes backlog vacancies carried forward from earlier recruitment cycles | ||||||||
Recruitment Table: Assistant Professor - Category Wise Vacancy (Bihar Veterinary College, Patna)
| Post Name | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor - Patna | 6 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 21 |
| Total | 6 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 21 |
| Note:Includes backlog vacancies carried forward from earlier recruitment cycles | ||||||||
Recruitment Table: Assistant Professor - Category Wise Vacancy (College of Veterinary & Animal Science, Kishanganj)
| Post Name | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor - Kishanganj | 8 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 31 |
| Total | 8 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 31 |
| Note:Includes backlog vacancies carried forward from earlier recruitment cycles | ||||||||
Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation - Associate Professor (Divyang / Freedom Fighter Grandchild / Female)
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Divyang - Deaf & Hearing Impaired / Locomotor Disability | 2 |
| Grandchild of Freedom Fighter | 1 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - UR | 4 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - EBC | 1 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - BC | 1 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - SC | 1 |
| Note:Applicable only to original residents of Bihar, subject to submission of residential/caste certificate | |
Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation - Assistant Professor (Divyang / Freedom Fighter Grandchild / Female)
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Divyang - Deaf & Hearing Impaired / Locomotor Disability | 2 |
| Grandchild of Freedom Fighter | 1 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - UR | 5 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - EBC | 2 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - BC | 1 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - SC | 2 |
| Female Reservation (35%) - EWS | 1 |
| Note:Applicable only to original residents of Bihar, subject to submission of residential/caste certificate | |
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria
- Associate Professor: Doctoral degree in the relevant subject (including basic sciences) as per Annexure-I.
- Associate Professor: Minimum 8 years' experience as Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist/Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist or equivalent in PB-3 (₹15,600-39,100 + GP/AGP/RGP ₹5400-8000), OR 8 years' post-doctoral research with at least 6 publications (NAAS rating 7.5 or above).
- Assistant Professor: Master's degree with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in the relevant subject as per Annexure-II, from an Indian University or equivalent foreign degree.
- Assistant Professor: NET qualification is compulsory along with one NAAS-rated publication; waived for Ph.D. holders with UGC-2009 course work and at least two publications with NAAS rating not less than 4.
- Ph.D. is preferred for the post of Assistant Professor, if available.
- Basic degree in Veterinary Science at undergraduate level is essential for both posts, as per VCI Regulation 2016.
- 5% marks relaxation admissible for SC/ST category, and for Ph.D. holders who passed their Master's degree before 19 September 1991.
- Candidates must be original residents of Bihar to avail reservation and fee-relaxation benefits, subject to submission of residential/caste certificate.
- Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹1,000 (non-judicial stamp paper) to serve the University for at least 3 years.
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Academic Level-13A (₹1,31,400-2,17,100), PB-37400-67000 + AGP-9000 |
| Assistant Professor | Academic Level-10 (₹57,700-1,82,400), PB-15600-39100 + AGP-6000 |
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps
- Screening based on Academic Score Card (Qualification, Experience, Publications, Awards, Extension activities)
- Interview (Minimum 50% marks required to be considered in merit list; 32% for SC/ST, Divyang and Female candidates irrespective of category)
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Selection Overview
- No written examination — selection is based entirely on Academic Score Card evaluation and Interview.
- Associate Professor: Academic Score (Max 70) + Interview (Max 30) = Total 100 Marks.
- Assistant Professor: Academic Score (Max 85) + Interview (Max 15) = Total 100 Marks.
- No negative marking mentioned in official notification (not applicable — no written test conducted).
- As per Chapter-VII Note-6(iii) University Statute, candidate must obtain at least 50% marks in interview; SC/ST, Divyang and female candidates (irrespective of category) need 32% as per DFARD Govt. of Bihar directive dt. 13.11.2023.
Recruitment Table: Associate Professor - Department Wise Vacancy (Bihar Veterinary College, Patna)
| Department | Total Post | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Farm Complex (Animal Nutrition) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 2 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex (VGO/VSR/VMD) | 3 | 1 (VGO) | 1 (Backlog-VSR) | 0 | 1 (Backlog-VMD) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 |
| Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Physiology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 17 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Recruitment Table: Associate Professor - Department Wise Vacancy (College of Veterinary & Animal Science, Kishanganj)
| Department | Total Post | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Animal Nutrition | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 2 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) |
| Veterinary Anatomy | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex (VGO/VSR/VMD) | 3 | 1 (VGO) | 1 (VSR) | 1 (Backlog-VMD) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Physiology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 26 | 7 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Recruitment Table: Assistant Professor - Department Wise Vacancy (Bihar Veterinary College, Patna)
| Department | Total Post | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Animal Nutrition | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Farm Complex (Vet. Medicine, Backlog) | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Anatomy | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex (Vet. Pathology Backlog) | 2 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Physiology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 21 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
Recruitment Table: Assistant Professor - Department Wise Vacancy (College of Veterinary & Animal Science, Kishanganj)
| Department | Total Post | UR | E B C | SC | B C | EWS | W B C | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Animal Nutrition | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Farm Complex (LPM Backlog) | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 3 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 2 (Backlog+1) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Anatomy | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 (Backlog) | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex (VMD/VSR/VGO/Biochem Backlog) | 5 | 1 (VMD) | 1 (Backlog-Pathology) | 2 (VSR & VGO Backlog) | 1 (Backlog-Biochem) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 (Backlog) | 1 (Backlog) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Biochemistry | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 31 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Recruitment Table: Academic Score Card Summary - Associate Professor (Annexure-III)
| Component | Max Score |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | 20 |
| Experience (Teaching, Research Guidance, Extension) | 14 |
| Institution Building / Service Functions | 04 |
| Summer/Winter School / Refresher Course / Seminar | 02 |
| Award / Recognition | 08 |
| International Exposure | 02 |
| Publications in Relevant Field | 20 |
| Total Academic Score | 70 |
| Interview | 30 |
Recruitment Table: Academic Score Card Summary - Assistant Professor (Annexure-IV)
| Component | Max Score |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | 40 |
| Heterogeneity (Different Universities for UG/PG/Ph.D.) | 03 |
| Experience | 11 |
| Awards | 08 |
| Publications in Relevant Field | 18 |
| Participation in Seminar/Conference/Workshop/Training | 04 |
| Training Related to Field of Specialization | 01 |
| Total Academic Score | 85 |
| Interview | 15 |
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form and relevant Annexure (Score Card) for Associate Professor or Assistant Professor from the official BASU website.
- Fill the application form and Academic Score Card completely, mentioning the page number of the supporting document/proof against each claimed score.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents; incomplete score cards will be treated as incomplete and rejected.
- Every page of the application form and enclosures must be serially numbered and signed by the candidate at the bottom.
- Attach the non-refundable Application Fee as a Bank Draft in favour of 'Finance Comptroller, Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna', payable at Patna.
- Send the completed application to 'The Registrar, Bihar Animal Sciences University, P.O.: Bihar Veterinary College, Patna – 800014' by Speed Post/Registered Post only, superscripted with the post, department/discipline, and college name applied for.
- In-service candidates must apply through proper channel; an advance copy with fee may be submitted, subject to production of NOC at the time of interview.
- Separate application forms and fees are required for each post and for each college (Patna / Kishanganj).
Recruitment Note: About Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU)
Recruitment Note: Job Profile — Associate & Assistant Professor (Veterinary Faculty)
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
BASU Professor Recruitment 2026Important Official Links
| Download Notification & Application Form Advt No. 05/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization | |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Associate Professor & Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancy | 95 |
| Salary | Assistant Professor: Academic Level-10 (₹57,700-1,82,400) [Approx. ₹75,000-85,000/Month]; Associate Professor: Academic Level-13A (₹1,31,400-2,17,100) [Approx. ₹1,70,000-1,90,000/Month] |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 31/07/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |