The State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam has announced recruitment for 72 Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator vacancies under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam. Appointed candidates receive Pay Band-2 salary from Rs 14000 to Rs 70000 with Grade Pay Rs 5600. Selection is based on merit through an upcoming examination. Eligible candidates can submit online applications through sebaonline.org starting 15 October 2026 until the closing deadline of 14 November 2026.
Overview and Important Dates
The Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam, located at Chenikuthi, Guwahati-03, has initiated recruitment through the State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam Administrative Staff College, Khanapara, Guwahati-22. The 72 posts are sanctioned under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme Integrated Sample Survey (ISS). Operational expenditure follows a 90:10 funding pattern, wherein 90% is borne by the Government of India and 10% is funded by the Government of Assam.
The recruitment notice is reference No.SLRC-G-III/179/AH & Vety./2026/79 with DIPR reference DIPR/D/AT/1469/30-Sep-26. Online registration starts on 15 October 2026 at 11.00 AM and concludes on 14 November 2026 at 23.59 PM. Candidates must meet all eligibility norms as on 1 January 2026.
| Recruitment Parameter | Official Detail |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Commission | State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts, Assam |
| User Department | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam |
| Scheme Name | Centrally Sponsored Scheme Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) |
| Funding Pattern | 90:10 Sharing Pattern (90% Central Share, 10% Assam State Share) |
| Name of Post | Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator |
| Total Vacancies | 72 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Pay Band-2 Rs 14000 to Rs 70000 with Grade Pay Rs 5600 |
| Application Mode | Online via www.sebaonline.org |
| Application Fee | Rs 0 (Nil for all categories) |
| Opening Date | 15 October 2026 (11.00 AM) |
| Closing Date | 14 November 2026 (23.59 PM) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2026 (01.01.2026) |
Applications submitted after 23.59 PM on 14 November 2026 will not be accepted by the portal.
Vacancy Breakdown by Category and Gender
The 72 vacancies for Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator are distributed among open competition and reserved categories under the Post-Based Roster Register. Horizontal reservation for women is implemented under the Reserved for Women (RFW) quota, providing 22 reserved vacancies for women.
| Category | Total Posts | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Open Category | 37 | 11 |
| Reserved for OBC / MOBC | 18 | 6 |
| Reserved for OBC Tea Tribes & Adivasi Community | 1 | 0 |
| Reserved for SC | 5 | 2 |
| Reserved for ST (P) | 7 | 2 |
| Reserved for ST (H) | 4 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 72 | 22 |
Open Category has 37 posts with 11 reserved for women. The OBC/MOBC category holds 18 posts with 6 reserved for women. The OBC Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community has 1 post. Scheduled Caste (SC) has 5 posts with 2 for women. Scheduled Tribes Plains, ST (P), has 7 posts with 2 for women. Scheduled Tribes Hills, ST (H), has 4 posts with 1 for women. Women candidates have 22 reserved seats in total.
Category Reservation and Quota Rules
Horizontal reservation applies to Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-servicemen candidates as per Assam government guidelines.
A total of 3 posts out of the 72 vacancies are earmarked for PwBD applicants: Blindness and low vision (PH-A) has 1 post, Deaf and Hard of Hearing (PH-B) has 1 post, and Locomotor Disability (PH-C) has 1 post. Applicants must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more and submit a disability certificate from the competent authority. Selected PwBD candidates must appear before a Medical Board to verify disability status before appointment.
A total of 2 vacancies are reserved for Ex-servicemen. Applicants must upload an Ex-Servicemen Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office of Assam and an official Discharge Book while applying on the portal.
Candidates desiring consideration under the Assam Public Services (Preferential Appointment) Rules, 1999 must indicate their option in the application portal during registration on sebaonline.org.
Eligibility Criteria and Educational Qualification
Recruitment to Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator requires fulfillment of standards specified in Clause 5 of the advertisement. Candidates must be Indian citizens as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
Applicants must satisfy one of two academic routes: Route 1 requires a Bachelor degree from a recognized university in any subject, having studied at least one paper of Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, Sociology, or Psychology at graduate level. Route 2 requires a Bachelor degree from a recognized university in any subject, along with a minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard level.
Linguistic requirements mandate that applicants must have studied both English and any one local language (Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo) as subjects during HSLC examination.
Technical qualifications require a computer course certificate of minimum 6 months duration from a Government recognized institute, along with comfort in keying data through handheld digital devices. The certificate must be uploaded on sebaonline.org.
Age Limit and Category Relaxations
The recruitment notice sets age limits under Clause 4. Eligibility regarding age is determined as on 1 January 2026 (01.01.2026). A candidate must not be less than 21 years of age as on 1 January 2026, and must not be more than 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / Open Category | Nil | 40 Years |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 Years | 45 Years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | 45 Years |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 Years | 43 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years | 50 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen Candidates | 2 Years | 42 Years |
Age calculation is based solely on the HSLC or Class X Pass Certificate, or the HSLC or Class X Admit Card issued by a recognized Board or Council, on which Date of Birth is clearly indicated. No other document will be accepted in lieu of the HSLC document for verifying age.
Pay Scale and Allowances
Appointed candidates serve in the cadre of Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Assam. The post carries state pay structure under Pay Band-2.
| Salary Component | Entitlement |
|---|---|
| Pay Band | Pay Band-2 |
| Minimum Basic Pay | Rs 14000 per month |
| Maximum Basic Pay | Rs 70000 per month |
| Grade Pay | Rs 5600 per month |
| Allowances | Allowances admissible from time to time under Government of Assam rules |
The post is funded through a 90:10 sharing pattern under the centrally sponsored Integrated Sample Survey scheme, where 90% of expenditure is borne by the Government of India and 10% by the Government of Assam. Appointees receive monthly salary in Pay Band-2 from Rs 14000 to Rs 70000 with Grade Pay Rs 5600 along with government allowances.
Application Fee and Payment Details
Under Clause 13 of the advertisement, no application fee is charged from any candidate. Candidates of all categories do not have to pay any fees for the examination.
| Candidate Category | Fee Payable |
|---|---|
| Open / Unreserved | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| OBC / MOBC | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Tea Tribes and Adivasi Community | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| PwBD Candidates | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs 0 (Nil) |
| Women Applicants | Rs 0 (Nil) |
Because the examination fee is nil, applicants need not pay any transaction charges. Application submission on the portal is entirely free of cost.
Selection Process and Merit Criteria
Selection for the 72 vacancies of Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator is administered by the State Level Recruitment Commission for Class-III Posts.
Under Clause 14(IV), selection shall be on the basis of merit. Details of the selection procedure and examination will be published on the application portal from the starting date of application on 15 October 2026.
Clause 14 specifies examination rules: appointments depend on merit; canvassing directly or indirectly will disqualify a candidate under Clause 14(I); no TA or DA will be admissible for attending the examination; there will be no preference for place of posting; the Commission reserves the right to cancel candidature if any ineligibility condition is detected; and the decision of the Commission regarding eligibility or admission shall be final.
How to Apply Online at sebaonline.org
Applications must be submitted online through www.sebaonline.org. Offline forms will not be accepted. The procedure for online submission is outlined below:
- Visit www.sebaonline.org between 15 October 2026 and 14 November 2026.
- Select Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator recruitment under ISS.
- Register with your name, mobile number, and email address.
- Fill personal details, communication address, and category information.
- Enter educational details confirming Bachelor degree with approved subjects or Bachelor degree with 50% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard.
- Confirm study of English and local language (Assamese, Bengali, or Bodo) during HSLC.
- Provide computer certification details showing course of minimum 6 months from a recognized institute.
- Enter Employment Exchange registration details for Assam.
- Indicate option under Assam Public Services (Preferential Appointment) Rules, 1999 if claiming preference.
- Upload digital documents: photograph, signature, HSLC document, degree certificate, computer certificate, and category certificate where applicable.
- Verify all entries on preview page. Since fee is Rs 0, no payment step is required.
- Submit application before 23.59 PM on 14 November 2026 and save confirmation receipt.
Important Rules and Certificates
Applicants must hold all required certificates and meet conditions set forth in the recruitment advertisement.
Under Clause 8, applicants must hold a valid Employment Exchange registration certificate in Assam.
Under Clause 6, candidates seeking reservation as SC, ST, OBC, or MOBC must upload a caste certificate issued by the competent authority of Assam, specifying the recognized caste, statutory Act or order, and residential village or town.
Under Clause 7, PwBD applicants must possess a benchmark disability of 40% or more, certified by competent authority, and appear before a Medical Board before appointment.
Under Clause 9, candidates in regular Government service must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) issued by appointing authority when demanded.
Under Clause 10, candidates must submit a declaration regarding The Small Family Norms in Form-A as and when required by the Commission.
Under Clause 11, candidates seeking consideration under Assam Public Services (Preferential Appointment) Rules, 1999 must indicate choice in application portal during registration.
Official Notification and Important Links
Applicants can consult official documents and the application portal through the links provided below:
| Resource Description | Official Link |
|---|---|
| Official Advertisement PDF | Download Field Assistant Notification PDF |
| Online Application Portal | SEBA Online Application Portal |
| Department Website | Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Assam |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies available for Field Assistant posts?
The recruitment notification announces 72 vacancies for Field Assistant (Statistics) / Enumerator under the Integrated Sample Survey scheme.
What is the last date to apply online at sebaonline.org?
The final date to submit online applications is 14 November 2026 up to 23.59 PM. The application portal opens on 15 October 2026 at 11.00 AM.
What is the pay scale for Field Assistant under DAHV Assam?
Selected candidates receive monthly salary in Pay Band-2 of Rs 14000 to Rs 70000 with Grade Pay Rs 5600 plus other admissible allowances.
What is the age limit for applicants?
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 January 2026. Upper age limit is relaxable up to 45 years for SC/ST, up to 43 years for OBC/MOBC, up to 50 years for PwBD, and up to 42 years for Ex-servicemen.
Is there any application fee for applying to these vacancies?
No application fee is required. The examination fee is Rs 0 (Nil) for all candidate categories.
What are the educational qualifications required for Field Assistant?
Candidates must possess a Bachelor degree in any subject with Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Social Science, Sociology, or Psychology at graduate level, or a Bachelor degree with 50% marks in Mathematics at 12th standard, along with English and local language at HSLC and a 6 months computer course certificate.
Is Employment Exchange registration compulsory?
Yes, candidates must possess a valid Employment Exchange registration certificate in the State of Assam.
What is the funding pattern for these posts?
The posts are funded on a 90:10 sharing pattern, with 90% borne by the Government of India and 10% by the Government of Assam under the Integrated Sample Survey scheme.