BTSC ITI Instructor Recruitment 2026 — 474 Vacancies

Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) is hiring 474 ITI Instructors across multiple trades for Government Engineering Colleges, Government Polytechnics, and Government Women's Polytechnic institutions in Bihar. If you have a 1 or 2 year ITI certificate from an NCVT or SCVT recognised institution, you can apply online at btsc.bihar.gov.in. The last date to apply is 15 May 2026. Salary starts at Rs. 35,400 per month (Pay Level 6).

Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) ITI Instructor Recruitment 2026 — 474 Posts

Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has released 10 separate advertisements (Advt. No. 14/2026 to 22/2026) for regular appointment of ITI Instructors (Anudeshak) in various trades under the Science, Technology and Technical Education Department, Government of Bihar. These posts are for Government Engineering Colleges, Rajkiya Polytechnic institutions, and Rajkiya Mahila Polytechnic institutions across Bihar. The largest vacancy is in Electronics Mechanic/Mechanic Radio and TV trade with 130 posts. All posts are permanent (regular appointment).

Vacancy Breakdown by Trade

• Electronics Mechanic / Mechanic Radio and TV (Advt. 22/2026): 130 posts
• Surveyor (Advt. 14/2026): 84 posts
• Welder (Advt. 18/2026): 84 posts
• Fitter (Advt. 21/2026): 84 posts
• Machinist (Advt. 15/2026): 82 posts
• Automobile Engineering / Mechanics (Advt. 16/2026): 4 posts
• Leather Technology (Advt. 17/2026): 4 posts
• Mechanic Tractor (Advt. 19/2026): 1 post
• Agriculture and Machinery (Advt. 20/2026): 1 post

Note: Vacancies are subject to change. Bihar domicile women get 35% horizontal reservation as per government rules.

Reserved categories (all trades):

• SC (Scheduled Caste)
• ST (Scheduled Tribe)
• EBC (Extremely Backward Class)
• BC (Backward Class)
• EWS (Economically Weaker Section)
• WBC (Women of Backward Class)

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• You must have completed a 1 or 2 year ITI course in the relevant trade from an institution recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT), Delhi, or the State Council for Vocational Training (SCVT), Patna.
• The trade must match the post you are applying for — for example, Surveyor trade ITI for the Surveyor Instructor post, Fitter trade for Fitter Instructor, and so on.
• Distance learning / correspondence ITI certificates are not accepted — only regular (full-time) ITI courses count.

Other Requirements

• Domicile: Reservation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) are available only for Bihar domicile candidates. Candidates from outside Bihar can apply but will not get reservation.
• Work Experience: Experience working as a contractual Instructor under the Science, Technology and Technical Education Department, Bihar gives additional marks in the selection process.
• Your Matriculation (10th) certificate will be used for age verification.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years (as on 01 August 2026)
• Maximum age for Unreserved (General) male candidates: 37 years
• Maximum age for Unreserved women: 40 years
• Maximum age for OBC / EBC (male and female): 40 years
• Maximum age for SC / ST (male and female): 42 years
• Age relaxation for PwD (Divyang): 10 extra years (as per General Administration Dept. letter No. 962 dated 22.01.2021)
• Age relaxation for regular government servants (who have completed 3 years of service): 5 extra years for entry into higher pay services
• Contractual employees of the Science, Tech and Technical Education Department get age relaxation equal to the service period as per contractual appointment cut-off date 01.08.2026

Salary

• Pay Level: Pay Level 6 (7th Pay Commission)
• Entry Pay: Rs. 35,400 per month
• You will also receive DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), TA (Travel Allowance), and other allowances as per Bihar Government rules.

Application Fee

• All categories: Rs. 100/- (one hundred rupees only)
• Payment mode: Online only (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI)
• Additional bank charges may apply on top of the exam fee when paying online.
• Note: Fee once paid is not refundable.

Selection Process

Selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Written Competitive Exam (Computer Based Test — CBT): 100 questions for 100 marks, 2 hours duration. All questions are Multiple Choice (MCQ). Questions will be in both Hindi and English. Questions will be based on the syllabus set by the department and published on btsc.bihar.gov.in. Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Candidates must score at least 60% of the total marks to qualify (minimum cut-off may differ by category — OBC/EBC: 36.5%, SC/ST/Women/PwD: 34%, 32% for SC/ST). The exam may be held in multiple shifts and results will be normalised.
2. Work Experience Marks (Karyaanubhav): Up to 25 marks are added for contractual service experience in the Science, Technology and Technical Education Department, Bihar — calculated at 5 marks per year of service, maximum 6 months counted as 1 year, less than 1 month counted as 0. You must fill in your experience in the online application and attach a salary payment certificate (Appendix-1 format) from the Principal of the institution you worked at, dated up to 15 April 2026.

Final merit = Written exam marks (normalised) + Work experience marks. Total out of 100.

After the written exam, eligible candidates will be called for Document Verification.

How to Apply

1. Go to the BTSC official website at btsc.bihar.gov.in or the application portal at btsc.pariksha.nic.in.
2. Click on the advertisement link for your trade (Advt. No. 14/2026 to 22/2026).
3. Register yourself and fill in the online application form carefully.
4. Upload your photo, signature, and required documents including your ITI mark sheet, Matriculation certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and work experience proof.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- online.
6. Submit the form and take a printout for your records.
7. Make sure to fill in your Aadhaar card number. If Aadhaar is not available, enter your PAN/Driving Licence/Passport number.

Important: You must bring your photo ID and all original documents to the exam/counselling centre.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 15 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 15 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 15 May 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card: To be announced

• Teach assigned ITI trade subjects to students in Government Polytechnic and Engineering College institutions across Bihar
• Prepare lesson plans, practical demonstrations, and teaching materials for the trade syllabus
• Conduct practical sessions in the workshop and ensure safe use of tools and equipment
• Evaluate students through tests, practicals, and regular assessments as per the curriculum
• Maintain attendance records, workshop registers, and other required documentation
• Guide students on trade skills, career options, and industrial practices relevant to their ITI trade
• Follow departmental guidelines and participate in institutional activities as directed by the Principal