APSSB CHSLE 2026: Apply for 207 Group ‘C’ Posts in Arunachal Pradesh

APSSB CHSLE 2026: Apply for 207 Group ‘C’ Posts in Arunachal Pradesh

Looking for a government job this year? A new recruitment notification has been released by the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board. This recruitment offers 207 vacancies for various Group ‘C’ posts under the Combined Higher Secondary Level Examination 2026. Candidates who have passed Class XII can apply. Before filling the application form, check the eligibility, salary, age limit and selection process explained below.

This notification, Advertisement No. 05/26, covers nine different posts spread across departments like Agriculture, Land Management, Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Secretariat Administration and more. Posts include Lower Division Clerk, Data Entry Operator, Stockman, Field Assistant and several others, all requiring a Class XII pass as the basic qualification.

APSSB CHSLE 2026 – Highlights

This table gives you a quick summary of the whole recruitment. Out of 207 posts, Stockman carries the highest share with 89 vacancies, followed by Lower Division Clerk with 56 posts spread across fourteen different departments and offices. This wide mix means candidates from science, arts and general academic backgrounds all have a genuine opportunity.

Since these are Group ‘C’ government posts under the Arunachal Pradesh Government, they offer strong long-term job security along with a defined pay matrix level and standard government allowances.

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Who Can Apply

Candidates who are citizens of India and meet the age and educational qualification for their chosen post can apply. Since 9 different post codes are available, candidates should check their post carefully, since Class XII pass is common, but the required stream or additional certification differs by post.

Reservation is available for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Ex-Servicemen, as per the vacancy break-up given in the official notification. Candidates must clearly select their preferred posts and departments while filling the online application, since this preference cannot be changed later.

Educational Qualification

Each of the nine post codes carries its own specific qualification requirement. Here is a simplified summary of the major posts.

• Agriculture Field Assistant (Jr): Class XII (Science) passed from a recognised Board.
• Data Entry Operator (DEO): Class XII passed, with a typing speed of 35 words per minute on computer and a minimum 6-month Diploma in Computer Application.
• Field Assistant: Class XII with Mathematics/Geography, or Class XII in any subject with a Survey course from a Government-recognised ITI.
• Fishery Demonstrator: Class XII (Science) with Biology as one of the subjects.
• Junior Secretariat Assistant: Class XII passed, with English typing speed of 35 words per minute and a 6-month Diploma in Computer Application.
• Laboratory Assistant: Class XII (Science) essential, with a Diploma in Laboratory Technology as a desirable qualification.
• Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Class XII pass, typing speed of 35 words per minute and a 6-month Diploma in Computer Application. LDC posts under the Sainik Welfare Board additionally require the candidate to be an Ex-serviceman with at least 10 years of service, preferably as a Clerk.
• Record Keeper/Record Clerk: Class XII pass along with a 1-year Diploma in Computer Application.
• Stockman: Class XII (Science) passed from a recognised Board or Institute.

Since the Diploma in Computer Application requirement applies specifically to Data Entry Operator, Junior Secretariat Assistant, Lower Division Clerk and Record Keeper/Record Clerk posts, make sure this certificate is recognised by the Arunachal Pradesh Council for Technical Education or AICTE before applying for these posts.

Age Limit

The age limit differs slightly by post. Most posts require candidates to be between 18 and 32 years, while Field Assistant, Fishery Demonstrator, Laboratory Assistant and Stockman allow candidates up to 35 years. Record Keeper/Record Clerk has a lower upper limit of 28 years, while LDC posts under the Sainik Welfare Board allow candidates up to 40 years.

Age relaxation of 5 years is available for APST candidates, and 10 years for PwBD candidates, which extends to 15 years for APST PwBD candidates. In-service departmental candidates with 3 years of continuous service get an additional 5-year relaxation. Ex-servicemen can deduct their military service period from their actual age, and are considered eligible if the resulting age does not exceed the maximum limit by more than 3 years.

Application Fee

APST candidates need to pay Rs. 150, while candidates from other categories need to pay Rs. 200. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid only through online mode.

Persons with Disabilities (PwD) are completely exempted from paying the application fee. Make sure your payment is completed successfully before the closing date, since incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Salary

The pay scale depends on the post’s assigned Pay Matrix Level. Field Assistant falls under Level-1, starting at Rs. 18,000. Fishery Demonstrator and Laboratory Assistant fall under Level-2, starting at Rs. 19,900. Most other posts, including LDC, Stockman, Data Entry Operator and Junior Secretariat Assistant, fall under Level-4, with pay ranging from Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100.

Apart from Basic Pay, selected candidates will also get standard government allowances applicable to Arunachal Pradesh Government employees, along with annual increments as per the pay matrix structure.

Selection Process

Selection for these posts is based on a two-stage process, though not every post requires both stages.

1. Written Examination (Stage-I): Compulsory for all 9 posts. It consists of 200 objective type multiple choice questions across four sections, General Awareness, General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability, Arithmetical & Numerical Ability, and English Language & Comprehension, each carrying 50 marks, within a duration of 2 hours.
2. Skill Test (Stage-II): Applicable only for Data Entry Operator, Junior Secretariat Assistant and Lower Division Clerk posts. This stage is qualifying in nature only and does not count towards the final merit.

A candidate must score a minimum of 33% aggregate marks in the written exam to be considered eligible for selection. There is no sectional cut-off and no negative marking, which means you can attempt every question without losing marks for a wrong answer.

Documents Required

Keep the following documents ready for uploading and for document verification after the written exam.

• Recent passport size photograph (2 copies)
• Matriculation certificate, for proof of date of birth
• Class XII pass certificate and mark sheet
• APST certificate, if applicable
• Permanent Resident Certificate, if applicable
• Diploma in Computer Application, if required for the post
• Intimation letter to Head of Department, for candidates already in regular Government service
• PwBD certificate, for candidates applying under the disability quota
• Discharge book and Pay & Pension Order, for Ex-servicemen candidates
• Admit card and printout of the online application form

Since shortlisted candidates must produce both original and photocopies of these documents on the day of verification, prepare everything well in advance to avoid your candidature being rejected for missing paperwork.

Important Dates

Candidates get about three weeks after the application opens to complete their form. Since the written exam date is already tentatively fixed, start your preparation early instead of waiting for the admit card.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete your APSSB CHSLE 2026 application.

1. Visit the official website www.apssb.nic.in and find the recruitment notification link.
2. Register with your basic details and create your login credentials.
3. Fill in your personal, educational and category details carefully.
4. Select your preferred posts, departments and up to three examination centres, in your order of priority.
5. Upload your scanned signature and passport size photograph in the specified format and size.
6. Pay the application fee online, unless you are exempted as a PwD candidate.
7. Review your form carefully and submit it, since no editing is allowed after the closing date.

Choose your post and centre preferences thoughtfully, since these choices are treated as final once submitted, and the merit list is prepared strictly according to your declared order of preference.

Why You Should Apply

This recruitment is a strong opportunity for Class XII pass candidates in Arunachal Pradesh who want a stable Group ‘C’ government job. With 207 vacancies spread across nine posts and multiple departments, candidates from science, computer and general academic backgrounds all have a genuine chance this year.

Since the selection process does not involve negative marking, candidates can attempt the written exam confidently without the fear of losing marks for incorrect answers. Working in a Group ‘C’ government post also offers long-term stability, regular pay revisions and a clear path for future departmental promotions within the Arunachal Pradesh Government system.

Preparation Tips

• Practice General Awareness topics like current events, polity, geography and state-specific questions related to Arunachal Pradesh.
• Revise basic arithmetic topics like percentage, ratio, profit and loss, and time and work regularly.
• Solve reasoning practice sets covering analogies, series and classification questions daily.
• Improve your English grammar basics like spotting errors, synonyms, antonyms and sentence correction.
• If applying for DEO, Junior Secretariat Assistant or LDC posts, practice your typing speed regularly to comfortably clear the qualifying skill test.
• Keep your documents and Diploma in Computer Application certificate ready well before the document verification stage.

Since the written exam is common to all posts and has no sectional cut-off, focus on building consistent accuracy across all four sections rather than only your strongest subject.

Important Links

Download the official notification PDF and check the exact qualification and department details for your chosen post before applying. For more government job and state recruitment updates like this one, download the NaukriPatra app and join our WhatsApp and Telegram channels.

FAQs – APSSB CHSLE 2026

1. What is the last date to apply for APSSB CHSLE 2026?

The online application closes on 10 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.

2. How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?

There are 207 vacancies in total, spread across 9 different Group ‘C’ posts.

3. What is the minimum educational qualification for these posts?

Class XII pass is the minimum qualification for all posts, though the required stream and additional certificates differ by post.

4. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

The fee is Rs. 150 for APST candidates and Rs. 200 for Unreserved candidates. PwD candidates are exempted.

5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

Selection is based on a Written Exam for all posts, followed by a qualifying Skill Test for Data Entry Operator, Junior Secretariat Assistant and LDC posts only.

6. Is there negative marking in the written exam?

No, there is no negative marking and no sectional cut-off in the written examination.

7. What is the minimum qualifying marks in the written exam?

Candidates must secure at least 33% aggregate marks in the written exam to be eligible for selection.

8. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit ranges from 18-28 years to 18-40 years depending on the post, as on the closing date of application.

9. Which post has the highest number of vacancies?

Stockman has the highest number of vacancies, with 89 posts.

10. How can I apply for this recruitment?

You can apply online through the official website www.apssb.nic.in.

11. Can I change my exam centre after submitting the application?

No, no request for change of examination centre will be entertained after submission.

12. Is a Diploma in Computer Application compulsory for all posts?

No, it is compulsory only for Data Entry Operator, Junior Secretariat Assistant, LDC and Record Keeper/Record Clerk posts.

13. What documents are required at the verification stage?

Matriculation and Class XII certificates, category certificates, Diploma in Computer Application (if applicable), admit card and application printout, among others.

14. Is the vacancy number fixed and final?

No, the Board has clarified that published vacancies are provisional and may increase or decrease due to administrative reasons.

15. Can Ex-servicemen get age relaxation for this recruitment?

Yes, Ex-servicemen can deduct their military service period from their actual age, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.