The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has launched a significant recruitment drive for the year 2025, announcing a total of 702 vacancies for the post of Dental Hygienist. This initiative aims to strengthen the public healthcare workforce across the state. Aspiring candidates can now submit their applications exclusively through the commission's official portal, btsc.bihar.gov.in. The application window is currently open, and the process must be completed on or before January 5, 2026.
Vacancy Distribution and Category-Wise Details
The 702 available positions have been distributed across various reserved and unreserved categories to ensure inclusive opportunities. The detailed category-wise breakdown of the BTSC Dental Hygienist vacancies is as follows:
- Unreserved: 281 posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 70 posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 112 posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7 posts
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 127 posts
- Backward Class (BC): 84 posts
- Women of Backward Class: 21 posts
Prospective applicants are strongly advised to verify their category and the corresponding eligibility before initiating the application process.
Eligibility Criteria: Education, Age, and Registration
The BTSC has set specific eligibility parameters for the Dental Hygienist recruitment. On the educational front, candidates must have passed the 10+2 examination with Biology from a recognized board. Furthermore, they must hold a two-year Diploma in Dental Hygienist from an institute recognized by the Union Government, the Bihar Government, or any other state government.
A critical mandatory requirement is that applicants must be registered with the Bihar State Dental Council. Applications without valid registration will not be considered.
Regarding age limits, the minimum age to apply is 18 years. The upper age limit varies by category:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 years
- Unreserved (Women): 40 years
- Backward Class / Extremely Backward Class (Male & Female): 40 years
- Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe (Male & Female): 42 years
It is important to note that the age will be calculated as of August 1, 2025.
Application Process and Fee Details
The application fee for all categories is fixed at Rs. 100. This fee is payable online through the designated payment gateway during the form submission. The BTSC has outlined a simple five-step process for applying online:
- Visit the official website: btsc.bihar.gov.in.
- Go to the 'Recruitment' section and find the link for 'Dental Hygienist 2025'.
- Complete the registration using a valid mobile number and email address.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 and finally submit the form. A printout of the submitted application should be kept for future reference.
The commission has made it clear that no applications will be accepted after the final deadline of January 5, 2026. Candidates are urged to complete the process well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
This recruitment drive by the Bihar Technical Service Commission represents a substantial opportunity for qualified dental professionals to secure a government position within the state's healthcare system. With a clear application procedure and detailed notifications available online, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for these 702 Dental Hygienist posts.
