🔔 LIVE RECRUITMENT 2026
BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 1091 Vacancies, Apply Online
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) | Advt. No. 02/2026 – 13/2026 | Notified: 02 April 2026
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Total Posts
1,091
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App. Fee
₹100
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Pay Scale
Level-4
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Salary
₹25,500 – ₹81,100
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The BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) for 1,091 vacancies of Laboratory Assistant posts under the Science, Technology & Technical Education Department, Bihar. This is one of the biggest government job opportunities of 2026 for diploma and degree holders in technical disciplines across Bihar.
The online application for BTSC Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026 is now live on the official website btsc.bihar.gov.in from 06 April 2026 and will remain open until 06 May 2026. Candidates with a Polytechnic Diploma, B.E., B.Tech, or a relevant Science (PCM) degree from a recognised institution are eligible to apply.
Selection will be based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT) of 100 questions, followed by experience weightage and document verification. The pay scale is Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) per month along with standard government allowances. Read on for complete details.
📅 BTSC Lab Assistant 2026 — Important Dates
Candidates must note all key dates carefully. Missing the application deadline will result in automatic rejection of the candidature. Apply well in advance to avoid last-minute server issues.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 02 April 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 06 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06 May 2026 |
| Age Calculated As On | 01 August 2026 |
| BTSC Lab Assistant Exam Date 2026 | To Be Announced |
📋 BTSC Lab Assistant Vacancy 2026 — Discipline-Wise
A total of 1,091 vacancies have been announced across 12 advertisement numbers (Advt. 02/2026 to 13/2026) covering multiple engineering and science disciplines. Computer Science & IT has the highest number of seats, followed by Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering.
| Advt. No. | Discipline / Branch | Vacancy Level |
|---|---|---|
| 02/2026 | Computer Science & Information Technology | Highest |
| 03/2026 | Civil Engineering / Rural Engineering | High |
| 04/2026 | Electrical Engineering | Open |
| 05/2026 | Mechanical Engineering | Open |
| 06 – 13/2026 | Other Technical Branches | Multiple |
📌 Category-wise breakdown (UR / EWS / OBC / SC / ST) will be available with the detailed notification on btsc.bihar.gov.in.
✅ BTSC Lab Assistant Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before applying for the BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026, candidates must confirm they meet both the educational qualification and age limit requirements as per the official notification. Candidates found ineligible at any stage will be disqualified without notice.
Educational Qualification
- Diploma: 3-year Polytechnic Diploma in the relevant engineering branch from an AICTE-recognised institution (regular / non-distance mode only).
- OR Degree: B.E. / B.Tech / B.Sc with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics (PCM) from a recognised University or Deemed University (regular / non-distance mode only).
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
The minimum age required to apply is 18 years. The maximum age varies by category as per Bihar Government norms:
| Category | Min. Age | Max. Age |
|---|---|---|
| General (Male) | 18 years | 37 years |
| General (Female) / EWS / OBC | 18 years | 40 years |
| SC / ST / PWD (Post-wise) | 18 years | 42 years |
📌 Candidates from outside Bihar will be treated as General category and will not receive any reservation benefits.
💳 Application Fee — BTSC Lab Assistant 2026
The application fee for the BTSC Lab Assistant Online Form 2026 is uniform for all candidates regardless of their category. The fee must be paid online during the registration process and is non-refundable.
| Category | Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹100/- | Online — Net Banking / UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card |
🏆 BTSC Lab Assistant Selection Process 2026
The selection process for BTSC Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026 is straightforward and has no personal interview. Final selection is entirely merit-based — combining CBT score, experience weightage marks, and document verification.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Computer-Based Test (CBT) — 100 Objective / MCQ questions, 2-hour duration, bilingual (Hindi & English) |
| Stage 2 | Experience Weightage — Bonus marks for relevant work experience or higher academic qualifications |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification (DV) — All original certificates verified against submitted application data |
| Stage 4 | Final Merit List — Published online based on total combined score |
BTSC Lab Assistant Exam Pattern 2026
The BTSC Lab Assistant CBT Exam 2026 will have 100 multiple-choice questions covering both technical and non-technical topics. Negative marking applies at 0.25 marks per wrong answer, so candidates should attempt questions strategically.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 (Objective / MCQ) |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Correct Answer | +1 Mark |
| Wrong Answer (Negative Marking) | −0.25 Mark |
| Language / Medium | Hindi & English (Bilingual) |
💰 BTSC Lab Assistant Salary 2026
Candidates selected through the BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 will be appointed at Pay Level-4 as per the Bihar Government 7th Pay Commission pay matrix. The monthly salary ranges from ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 depending on experience and annual increments.
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive all standard government allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other state government benefits — making this a highly stable and rewarding career choice.
📝 How to Apply for BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online for the BTSC Lab Assistant Vacancy 2026 only through the official BTSC portal. No offline / postal applications will be accepted. Follow the step-by-step process below and submit your form before 06 May 2026.
- Visit the official BTSC website: btsc.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the Recruitment tab on the homepage.
- Select the relevant advertisement link for your branch (Advt. No. 02/2026 – 13/2026).
- Click New Registration and fill in all personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
- Save your Login ID and Password — you will need these for future logins.
- Log back in, complete the full application form, and upload all required scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 online via Net Banking / UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card.
- Submit the application and save / print the final confirmation page for your records.
Documents Required at E-KYC & Document Verification (DV)
- Portal Registration Number (generated during online registration)
- Age Proof — Class 10th Certificate / Birth Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates — Diploma / Degree Marksheets & Pass Certificates
- Category Certificate — OBC / SC / ST / EWS (as applicable)
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory for E-KYC verification)
- Experience Certificate — if applicable (required for experience weightage marks)
- Passport-size photograph and signature (scanned, as per specifications in notification)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — BTSC Lab Assistant 2026
Here are answers to the most commonly searched questions about BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026:
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,091 vacancies have been announced by the Bihar Technical Service Commission for Laboratory Assistant posts across various technical disciplines in government labs and polytechnic institutes of Bihar.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for BTSC Lab Assistant 2026?
The last date to apply online for the BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 is 06 May 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application at least 3–4 days early to avoid technical issues.
Q3. What is the salary for BTSC Lab Assistant posts in 2026?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary under Pay Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) along with government allowances like DA, HRA, and TA as per Bihar Government pay rules.
Q4. Is work experience required for BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
No, work experience is not mandatory to apply. However, candidates with relevant experience will receive additional weightage marks in the final merit list, giving them a competitive advantage.
Q5. Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for BTSC Lab Assistant 2026?
Yes, candidates from all states across India are eligible to apply. However, out-of-state applicants will be placed under the General category and will not receive any Bihar government reservation benefits.
Q6. What is the application fee for BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹100 for all categories — General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS. It is payable online via Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or Credit Card on the official BTSC portal at btsc.bihar.gov.in.
🔗 Important Links — BTSC Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026
| Resource | Link |
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| Apply Online — BTSC Lab Assistant 2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Short Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Detailed Notification PDF (Branch-wise) | Click Here ↗ |
| Official BTSC Website | btsc.bihar.gov.in ↗ |