BTSC FSO 2026 Application: Photo, Documents, Checklist
BTSC's Food Safety Officer 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 29/2026) opened online applications on 25 September, closing 24 October 2026. It sets appearance rules for the photograph (recent, plain white background, no glasses) but gives no KB or pixel limit, does not mention a signature upload, and allows no correction once you submit.
FixDoks is an independent website and is not affiliated with any government body, exam board or recruitment agency. Requirements change, so always confirm them in the latest official notification.
The Bihar Technical Service Commission opened online applications for 105 Food Safety Officer posts on 25 September 2026, closing 24 October 2026, under Advertisement No. 29/2026. The notification lays out how your photograph should look, but unlike most bank and railway exams, it gives no file size or pixel limit for it, and it does not mention a signature upload at all.
BTSC FSO 2026 upload rules at a glance
| Document | Format | File size (KB) | Dimensions | Other rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Photograph | Scanned photo (format not specified) | Not stated in the notification | Not stated | Recent (within 3 months), full face and head visible top to bottom, eyes open, plain white background, no shadow, remove spectacles |
| Signature | Not mentioned in the notification | Not stated | Not stated | If the online form asks for one, follow the size shown on the upload box |
| Matriculation certificate | Scan of original | Not stated | Not stated | Proof of date of birth |
| Degree and mark sheets | Scan of original or provisional certificate | Not stated | Not stated | Must match one of the eligible Food Technology, Agricultural Science or medicine degrees listed in the notification |
| Category certificate | Scan of original | Not stated | Not stated | Caste, EWS or creamy-layer-exclusion certificate, only if you claim reservation; must be dated on or before 24.10.2026 |
| Domicile certificate | Scan of original | Not stated | Not stated | Needed to claim the Bihar-resident reservation benefit |
Source: Bihar Technical Service Commission, Advertisement No. 29/2026 (Food Safety Officer), dated 25.09.2026, paragraphs 1, 5, 7, 13 and 15.
Since BTSC does not publish a KB ceiling, keep your photo small and clear so it fits whatever limit the upload box shows on screen: the photo resizer crops to your face, can switch the background to white and brings the file down to a KB target you pick.
A compact photo, if the upload box asks
BTSC publishes no size, so this starts at 200 x 230 px and up to 50 KB. Change the numbers to match the box on screen.
Runs in your browser. Your file never leaves your device. Open the full Resize Photo to 50 KB page
Why the photo rule is qualitative, not numeric
Most exam notifications hand you a KB range and a pixel size. BTSC's Advertisement No. 29/2026 does neither for the photograph: it only says the photo must be recent, show your full face and head from top to bottom with eyes open, have a plain white background with no shadow, and be taken without spectacles. Follow those rules first, then let the application portal's own upload box tell you the exact size limit at the time you apply, since that can differ from the printed notification.
Keep at least 5 extra copies of the same photo you upload. The notification specifically asks candidates to hold spares, so you can submit the same photo again if the Commission asks for it.
No signature rule, but plenty of certificates
Unlike IBPS, SBI or SSC notifications, this one does not mention a signature upload anywhere. If the online form still shows a signature box, follow the size it states. What it does require is a stack of certificate scans: your Matriculation certificate, your qualifying degree certificate with every year's mark sheet (or a provisional certificate), and, only if you are claiming a category benefit, your caste, non-creamy-layer or EWS certificate along with a domicile certificate. Disability and ex-servicemen certificates are also listed for those claiming those benefits. Every one of these must be issued on or before 24 October 2026, the last date to apply, and only certificates you mentioned and uploaded in the online form are accepted at document verification.
Enter your Aadhaar number as your photo ID where possible; if you do not have one, a PAN card or driving licence number is accepted instead. Whichever ID you enter online is the one you must produce at the exam and at counselling.
The notification states in plain terms that no change or correction is allowed in the online application once submitted. There is no edit window after submission, and requests to correct an application are not considered, so check every field twice before you pay the fee.
Step by step: get your application right the first time
- Read the eligibility section for your specific degree or discipline in the notification before you register.
- Take a fresh photo against a plain white wall, remove glasses, and keep your full face and head visible.
- Resize the photo to a small, clear JPG with the photo resizer so it fits the portal's upload box.
- Scan your Matriculation certificate, degree, mark sheets and any category or domicile certificate you plan to claim.
- Enter your Aadhaar or other photo ID number carefully, since you must produce the same ID at the exam and counselling.
- Re-check every field, since BTSC allows no correction after submission.
- Pay the Rs 100 fee online by card, net banking or UPI, and save the receipt.
For the general rules every exam photo should follow, see our photo and signature size guide for all government exams, and if the form or a later state exam does ask for a signature scan, the signature resizer cleans and resizes it in one step.
Checklist before you submit
- Photo is recent, plain white background, full face and head visible, no glasses.
- At least 5 extra copies of the exact same photo kept aside.
- Matriculation, degree and mark sheet scans are clear and readable, not blurred, dark or unreadable.
- Category and domicile certificates are dated on or before 24 October 2026.
- Aadhaar or other photo ID number entered matches the document you will carry.
- Every field checked twice: there is no correction facility after you submit.
Tools for this
Frequently asked questions
What is the BTSC Food Safety Officer 2026 application deadline?
Online applications opened on 25 September 2026 and close on 24 October 2026 at btsc.bihar.gov.in, per Advertisement No. 29/2026. All supporting certificates must also be dated on or before 24 October 2026.
What is the photo size for the BTSC FSO application?
The notification does not give a KB or pixel limit. It only requires a recent photo (within 3 months) with a plain white background, full face and head visible, eyes open and no spectacles. Follow the size shown on the online upload box when you apply.
Do I need to upload a signature for BTSC FSO 2026?
Advertisement No. 29/2026 does not mention a signature upload anywhere in its instructions. If the online application form shows a signature box when you apply, follow the size and format it states.
Can I correct my BTSC FSO application after submitting it?
No. The notification states that no change or correction is allowed in the online application once it is submitted, so recheck every entry before you pay the fee.
How many BTSC Food Safety Officer posts are there in 2026?
The notification lists 105 posts across categories, with 35% horizontal reservation for women who are permanent residents of Bihar. The application fee is Rs 100, payable online only.
What documents does the BTSC FSO form ask for?
Your Matriculation certificate, your qualifying degree certificate with all years' mark sheets or a provisional certificate, and, if you claim a benefit, your caste, non-creamy-layer or EWS certificate with a domicile certificate, plus disability or ex-servicemen certificates where relevant. All must be uploaded and issued on or before 24 October 2026.
Sources
- Bihar Technical Service Commission, Advertisement No. 29/2026 (Food Safety Officer) (checked 2026-09)
- Bihar Technical Service Commission, official website (checked 2026-09)
Rules and limits change. Always check the latest official notification or portal before you submit a form.