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If you’ve been dreaming of shaping the next generation of veterinary professionals while building a prestigious academic career, this is your moment. Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU) Recruitment 2026 is here with 95 golden opportunities across teaching jobs and research positions. Whether you’re an established scholar eyeing the Associate Professor role or a bright researcher ready to step into academia as an Assistant Professor, BASU Patna is opening its doors wide.
This isn’t just another job notification — it’s a gateway to one of Bihar’s most respected state universities. With a pay scale reaching up to ₹2,17,100 and the prestige of serving at Bihar Veterinary College, Patna and College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Kishanganj, this BASU professor vacancy 2026 could be the career-defining move you’ve been waiting for.
Let’s dive into everything you need to know — eligibility, how to apply, salary details, selection process, and more.
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Quick Overview: BASU Patna Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU), Patna |
| Employment Notice No. | 05/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 95 Posts |
| Post Names | Associate Professor & Assistant Professor |
| Faculty | Veterinary Faculty |
| Work Locations | Bihar Veterinary College, Patna & College of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Kishanganj |
| Application Mode | Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post) |
| Last Date to Apply | 31.07.2026 till 05:00 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000 (UR/BC/EBC) |
| Selection Process | Academic Score Card + Interview |
| Salary Range | ₹57,700 – ₹2,17,100 (as per 7th CPC Academic Level) |
| Official Website | https://www.basu.org.in |
Quick Access Link
| Link Purpose | URL |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Download Application Form | Application Fee |
| Download Score Card (Assistant Professor) | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Download Score Card (Associate Professor) | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Application Submission Address | The Registrar, BASU, P.O: Bihar Veterinary College, Patna – 800014 |
BASU Vacancy Details 2026: Post-wise Breakdown
| S.No. | Post Name | Academic Level | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
| 1 | Associate Professor | Level-13A | 43 Posts | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 (PB: ₹37,400-₹67,000 + AGP: ₹9,000) |
| 2 | Assistant Professor | Level-10 | 52 Posts | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 (PB: ₹15,600-₹39,100 + AGP: ₹6,000) |
| Total | 95 Posts |
Eligibility Criteria for BASU Recruitment 2026
Associate Professor (Academic Level-13A)
| Requirement | Details |
| Essential Qualification | Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in the relevant subject including relevant basic sciences |
| Experience – Option A | 08 years’ experience as Assistant Professor / Jr. Scientist / Scientist / Lecturer / Extension Specialist in pay band-3 of ₹15,600-₹39,100 with GP/AGP/RGP of ₹5,400/₹6,000/₹7,000/₹8,000, with proven contribution to research/teaching/extension |
| Experience – Option B | Doctoral degree with minimum 8 years of high-quality post-doctoral research in an institution/organization, evidenced by at least 6 publications in journals with NAAS rating of 7.5 or above |
| Additional | Basic degree in Veterinary Science at undergraduate level is part of essential qualification as per VCI regulation 2016 |
Assistant Professor (Academic Level-10)
| Requirement | Details |
| Essential Qualification | Good Academic record with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade of B in 7-point scale at Master’s Degree Level in the relevant subject |
| NET Requirement | NET compulsory for candidates with Master’s degree, along with one publication in NAAS-rated refereed journal |
| NET Exemption | NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders with coursework as per UGC regulation-2009 and at least two full-length publications with NAAS rating not less than 4 |
| Preference | Ph.D. if available shall be preferred |
| Relaxation for SC/ST | 5% relaxation from 55% to 50% at Master’s Level |
| Relaxation for Ph.D. holders | 5% relaxation from 55% to 50% for Ph.D. degree holders who passed Master’s degree prior to 19th September 1991 |
| Additional | Basic degree in Veterinary Science at undergraduate level is part of essential qualification as per VCI regulation 2016 |
Department-wise Disciplines & Relevant Degrees
For Assistant Professor (Annexure-II)
| S.No. | Department | Discipline | Relevant Degrees |
| 1 | Animal Genetics and Breeding | Animal Genetics and Breeding | M.V.Sc. in Animal Genetics and Breeding / Animal Genetics / Animal Breeding |
| 2 | Animal Nutrition | Animal Nutrition | M.V.Sc. in Animal Nutrition |
| 3 | Livestock Farm Complex | Animal Genetics and Breeding | M.V.Sc. in Animal Genetics and Breeding / Animal Genetics / Animal Breeding |
| Animal Nutrition | M.V.Sc. in Animal Nutrition | ||
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics / Animal Reproduction / Animal Gynaecology / Gynaecology & Obstetrics | ||
| Livestock Production Management | M.V.Sc. in Livestock Production Management / Livestock Production and Management / Poultry Science | ||
| Veterinary Medicine | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine / Clinical Veterinary Medicine / Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine / Veterinary Preventive Medicine and Jurisprudence | ||
| 4 | Livestock Production Management | Livestock Production Management | M.V.Sc. in Livestock Production Management / Livestock Production and Management / Poultry Science |
| 5 | Livestock Product Technology | Livestock Product Technology | M.V.Sc. in Livestock Product Technology / Animal Product Technology / Meat Science / Meat Science & Technology |
| 6 | Veterinary Anatomy | Veterinary Anatomy | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Anatomy / Veterinary Anatomy and Histology |
| 7 | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education / Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension / Livestock Economics & Extension / Veterinary Extension Education |
| 8 | Veterinary Clinical Complex | Veterinary Biochemistry | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Biochemistry / Animal Biochemistry / Animal Biotechnology / Veterinary Biotechnology / Molecular Biology & Biotechnology |
| Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics / Animal Reproduction / Animal Gynaecology / Gynaecology & Obstetrics | ||
| Veterinary Medicine | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine / Clinical Veterinary Medicine / Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine | ||
| Veterinary Pathology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology / Avian Diseases | ||
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Surgery / Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | ||
| 9 | Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics / Animal Reproduction / Animal Gynaecology |
| 10 | Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Medicine | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine / Clinical Veterinary Medicine / Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine |
| 11 | Veterinary Microbiology | Veterinary Microbiology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Microbiology / Veterinary Microbiology and Immunology / Veterinary Bacteriology and Virology / Veterinary Bacteriology / Veterinary Virology / Veterinary Immunology |
| 12 | Veterinary Parasitology | Veterinary Parasitology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Parasitology |
| 13 | Veterinary Pathology | Veterinary Pathology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology / Avian Diseases |
| 14 | Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology / Veterinary Pharmacology |
| 15 | Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry | Veterinary Biochemistry | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Biochemistry / Animal Biochemistry / Animal Biotechnology / Veterinary Biotechnology / Molecular Biology & Biotechnology |
| Veterinary Physiology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Physiology / Animal Physiology | ||
| 16 | Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology | Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Public Health / Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology / Veterinary Epidemiology |
| 17 | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | M.V.Sc. in Veterinary Surgery / Veterinary Surgery and Radiology |
For Associate Professor (Annexure-I)
All disciplines listed above require M.V.Sc. in the relevant discipline + Ph.D. in the relevant area.
Important Dates: BASU Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 07.07.2026 |
| Application Start Date | 07.07.2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 31.07.2026 till 05:00 PM |
| Mode of Submission | Speed Post / Registered Post only |
| Address for Submission | The Registrar, Bihar Animal Sciences University, P.O: Bihar Veterinary College, Patna – 800014 |
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR / BC / EBC Candidates | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / ST and Divyang Candidates | ₹250/- |
Note: Fee relaxation is applicable to original residents of Bihar, subject to submission of caste certificate. Fee must be paid via Bank Draft in favour of “FINANCE COMPTROLLER, BIHAR ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY, PATNA” payable at Patna.
How to Apply for BASU Recruitment 2026 — Step-by-Step Process
Applying for this BASU professor vacancy 2026 is an offline process. Here’s your complete roadmap:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://www.basu.org.in and download the official notification along with the application form and score card format.
- Download Application Form: Get the prescribed application form for your desired post (Associate Professor or Assistant Professor).
- Fill the Form Carefully: Enter all personal, educational, and professional details accurately. Any incomplete form will be treated as INCOMPLETE AND REJECTED.
- Fill the Score Card: Download and fill the Academic Score Card (Annexure-III for Assistant Professor / Annexure-IV for Professor/Associate Professor). Mention page numbers of all relevant supporting documents.
- Attach Self-Attested Documents: Attach photocopies of all required documents (see Documents Required section below).
- Prepare Bank Draft: Get a Bank Draft of ₹1,000 (UR/BC/EBC) or ₹250 (SC/ST/Divyang) in favour of “FINANCE COMPTROLLER, BIHAR ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY, PATNA” payable at Patna.
- Prepare the Envelope: Superscribe the envelope clearly as: “Application for the post of [Post Name], Department/Discipline [Name], & Name of the College [College Name]”
- Send via Speed Post / Registered Post: Send your complete application to: The Registrar, Bihar Animal Sciences University, P.O: Bihar Veterinary College, Patna – 800014
- Submit Before Deadline: Ensure your application reaches by 31.07.2026 till 05:00 PM.
Pro tip: If you’re applying for posts at both colleges (BVC Patna and CVAS Kishanganj), you need to submit separate application forms with separate fees for each post.
Selection Process for BASU Patna Recruitment 2026
The selection for BASU associate professor recruitment 2026 and Assistant Professor follows a two-stage process:
Stage 1: Academic Score Card Assessment
(85 Marks for Assistant Professor / 70 Marks for Associate Professor)
Candidates are evaluated on:
| Parameter | Max Score (Asst. Prof.) | Max Score (Assoc. Prof.) |
| Academic Qualification | 40 | 20 |
| Experience (Teaching/Research/Extension) | 11 | 20 |
| Awards & Recognition | 08 | 08 |
| Publications in Relevant Field | 18 | 20 |
| Seminar/Conference/Workshop Participation | 04 | – |
| Training Related to Specialization | 01 | – |
| International Exposure | – | 02 |
| Total Academic Score | 85 | 70 |
Stage 2: Interview
(15 Marks for Assistant Professor / 30 Marks for Associate Professor)
| Post | Interview Weightage | Minimum Marks Required |
| Assistant Professor | 15 marks | At least 50% marks in interview for general; 32% for SC/ST, Divyang & Female candidates |
| Associate Professor | 30 marks | At least 50% marks in interview for general; 32% for SC/ST, Divyang & Female candidates |
Important: Selection is based on candidates’ previous academic record (as per score card) and their performance in the interview combined.
Salary and Pay Scale Details
| Post | Academic Level | Pay Scale | Grade Pay |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 | AGP: ₹9,000 |
| Assistant Professor | Level-10 | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 | AGP: ₹6,000 |
Allowances & Benefits (As per University Rules)
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical Benefits
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Pension/Provident Fund as per rules
- Other allowances as per Bihar Government norms
Maximum Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
| Associate Professor | No age limit |
| Assistant Professor – UR (Male) | 37 Years |
| Assistant Professor – UR (Female) | 40 Years |
| Assistant Professor – BC/EBC (Male & Female) | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| Government of Bihar Employees (Higher Pay Scale) | 5 Years extra |
| BASU Employees (Direct Recruitment) | No age restriction |
| Divyang Candidates (All Categories) | 10 Years additional |
Reservation Policy
BASU adopts the reservation policy as per Government of Bihar:
| Category | Details |
| Reservation Applicability | Only for original residents of Bihar |
| EWS | As per Bihar Reservation Act, 2019 — unfilled EWS posts go to Open Merit |
| Divyang (Associate Professor) | 02 posts for Deaf & Hearing Impaired and Locomotor Disability |
| Divyang (Assistant Professor) | 02 posts for Deaf & Hearing Impaired and Locomotor Disability |
| Freedom Fighter Grandchild | 01 post of Associate Professor + 01 post of Assistant Professor |
| Female Reservation | 35% female reservation in each category (only for Bihar original residents) |
Documents Required — Complete Checklist
Before you seal that envelope, double-check you have everything:
- ☐ Filled Application Form (prescribed format)
- ☐ Filled Academic Score Card with page numbers of all documents
- ☐ Self-attested copies of all educational certificates (10th, 12th, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.)
- ☐ NET certificate (if applicable)
- ☐ Experience certificates from all previous employers
- ☐ Publication list with first page of each paper showing title, authors, date, journal name
- ☐ Caste certificate (for reserved category candidates)
- ☐ Residential certificate (for Bihar original residents claiming reservation)
- ☐ Divyang certificate (if applicable)
- ☐ Bank Draft for application fee
- ☐ Passport-size photographs
- ☐ Self-attested copy of Aadhaar/PAN
- ☐ NOC from current employer (for in-service candidates)
- ☐ Any other relevant documents as per score card requirements
Pro tip: Every page of the application form and enclosures must be serially numbered and signed by the candidate at the bottom.
Service Bond / Agreement
Selected candidates must submit a bond on a non-judicial stamp paper of ₹1,000/- at the time of joining. Key terms:
- Minimum service period: 3 years or as per prevailing university rules
- No application for outside employment shall be forwarded during the bond period
- Service conditions shall be as per University rules
Important Instructions from Official Notification
“The prescribed qualifications and experience are minimum and the mere fact that a candidate possesses the same will not entitle for his/her selection.”
“Candidates are advised to check/visit the University website (https://www.basu.org.in) regularly for updates on the recruitment process.”
“The University reserves the right to withdraw any advertised post(s) at any time without giving any reason, fill or not to fill up some or all the posts advertised for any reason whatsoever, and increase/decrease the number of posts at the time of selection.”
“Canvassing in any form on the part of the candidate shall lead to his/her disqualification.”
“The person appointed shall be governed by the Act, Statutes, Rules, and Regulations of the University as framed and amended from time to time.”
“Persons appointed may be transferred to any equivalent post within the jurisdiction of the University.”
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Important Links
| Link Purpose | URL |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Download Application Form | Application Fee |
| Download Score Card (Assistant Professor) | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Download Score Card (Associate Professor) | Available on BASU Official Website |
| Application Submission Address | The Registrar, BASU, P.O: Bihar Veterinary College, Patna – 800014 |
FAQs — BASU Recruitment 2026
1. What is the last date to apply for BASU Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of application is 31st July 2026 till 05:00 PM. Applications must reach the Registrar’s office by Speed Post or Registered Post only.
2. Is there any online application mode for BASU Patna recruitment?
No, this is a completely offline process. You must send your application via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification.
3. Can I apply for both Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts?
Yes, but you need to submit separate application forms with separate application fees for each post.
4. What is the application fee for SC/ST candidates?
SC/ST and Divyang candidates need to pay ₹250/- only. UR/BC/EBC candidates pay ₹1,000/-.
5. Is NET mandatory for Assistant Professor at BASU?
Yes, NET is compulsory for candidates with a Master’s degree. However, Ph.D. holders with coursework as per UGC regulation-2009 are exempted from NET, provided they have at least two publications with NAAS rating of 4 or above.
6. What is the minimum marks requirement in the interview?
General category candidates need at least 50% marks in the interview. SC/ST, Divyang, and Female candidates need at least 32% marks.
7. Is there any age limit for Associate Professor?
No, there is no age limit for the post of Associate Professor.
8. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, candidates from all states can apply. However, reservation benefits are applicable only to original residents of Bihar.
9. What is the service bond period?
Selected candidates must serve for a minimum of 3 years and submit a bond on a ₹1,000 non-judicial stamp paper.
10. How is the selection made?
Selection is based on a combined assessment of your Academic Score Card (academic qualifications, experience, publications, awards) and your performance in the personal interview.
11. Do I need to attach full research papers?
No, you only need to attach the first page of each publication showing the title, author(s), date/year, and journal name.
12. What happens if my application is incomplete?
Incomplete applications or those without the requisite fee will be summarily rejected without any further communication.
Final Thoughts: Why You Should Apply for BASU Recruitment 2026
This BASU recruitment 2026 isn’t just about 95 vacancies — it’s about building a legacy in veterinary education and research. With Bihar Animal Sciences University being one of the premier institutions in Eastern India, this is your chance to contribute to animal health sciences while enjoying the stability and prestige of a state university position.
The pay scale is competitive, the work environment is academically rich, and the opportunity to mentor future veterinary professionals is truly rewarding. Whether you’re aiming for the Associate Professor role with its ₹2.17 lakh peak salary or the Assistant Professor position as your entry into academia, don’t let this window close on you.
Mark your calendars — 31st July 2026 is the deadline. Get your documents ready, fill that score card meticulously, and send your application well in advance. Your dream academic career at BASU Patna awaits!
Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is based on the official Employment Notice No. 05/2026 issued by Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details from the official notification available at https://www.basu.org.in before applying. GovtJobDeck.com is not responsible for any discrepancies or changes made by the recruiting organization after the publication of this article.
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