The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has invited online applications for the post of Technician (Bench Chemist) . The recruitment is for regular appointment in the Technician Sub-Cadre of the Bihar Drug Control Laboratory Technical Personnel Cadre, under the Health Department, Bihar.
Candidates with D.Pharm or B.Pharm qualification along with six months of relevant experience in testing and analysis of medicines can apply,
BTSC Technician (Bench Chemist) Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
| Department | Health Department, Bihar |
| Post name | Technician (Bench Chemist) |
| Total Vacancies | 10 Posts |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Pay Level | Level-5 |
| Selection | CBT + Work Experience |
| Cadre | Technician Sub-Cadre |
| Official Website | btsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start | 24 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date/Registration Last Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | EBC | BC | Total |
| Technician (Bench Chemist) | 04 | 01 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 10 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:D.Pharm or B.Pharm from a recognized university/institution.Six months of work experience in the testing and analysis of medicines/drugs.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated as on 01 August 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
| UR Male | 21 Years | 37 Years |
| UR Female | 21 Years | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC | 21 Years | 40 Years |
| SC / ST | 21 Years | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation
Eligible candidates can get additional age relaxation under the applicable Bihar Government rules. PwD candidates are eligible for 10 years additional relaxation under the applicable provision. Government employees with the prescribed regular service and eligible contractual workers may also receive relaxation as specified in the recruitment rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Particular | Details |
| Post | Technician (Bench Chemist) |
| Pay Level | Level-5 |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
Application Fee
All categories – 100 rs
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT) + Relevant Work Experience
| Selection Component | Maximum Marks |
| Computer Based Test | 75 |
| Work Experience | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Mode | Computer based test |
| Questions | 100 Objective Questions |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Question Paper | Hindi & English |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 4 Marks |
| Marks per Wrong Answer | -1 Marks |
| Maximum Paper Marks | 400 |
| CBT Weightage in Selection | 75 Marks |
The CBT carries 400 raw marks, but 75 marks are counted toward the final selection score
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
| General | 40% |
| BC | 36.5% |
| EBC | 34% |
| SC / ST / Women / PwD | 32% |
How to Apply
1.Visit the official BTSC website.
2.Open the Recruitment section.
3.Select Advertisement No. 26/2026 – Technician (Bench Chemist).
4.Complete the registration.
5.Enter your personal and educational details.
6.Upload the required documents.
7.Pay the ₹100 application fee online.
8.Check all details carefully.
9.Submit the application.
10.Save the application form and payment receipt.
Documents Required
.Matriculation certificate/marksheet
.D.Pharm or B.Pharm certificate
.Relevant mark sheets
.Six-month drug testing/analysis experience certificate
.Caste certificate, if applicable
.EWS certificate, if applicable
.Bihar domicile/residence certificate, where required
.PwD certificate, if applicable
.Recent photograph
.SignatureValid ID proof
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
| Official Website | btsc.bihar.gov.in |
Important Note
This article has been prepared using the BTSC official recruitment information available
Candidates should always check the latest official BTSC notice before submitting the application. BTSC may issue further notices or changes during the recruitment process.