The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has announced the recruitment for 13 services/posts with a total of 135 vacancies. The last date to submit the online application is 20 October 2026.
Get Details 13 services Recruitment 2026, 135 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Get Details |
| Post Name | 13 services/posts (Group-A and Group-B) |
| Advt No | 5/2026 (No. PSC-R/13/2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 135 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Job Location | Various Government of Arunachal Pradesh departments |
| Official Website | appsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should take note of the following important dates regarding the application process and examination schedule.
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Link Activation | 16 September 2026 (1700 Hours) |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 20 October 2026 (1700 Hours) |
| APPSCCE-2026 Preliminary Examination | 06 December 2026 (Sunday) |
| Main Examination (Written & Interview) | Not specified in the notification |
Application Fee
The application fee structure is as follows. Candidates are advised to ensure they pay the correct amount based on their category.
| Category | Fee |
| General/All other candidates | Rs. 200 (online payment only) |
| Persons with Disability (PwD) | Exempted, as per Section 19 of the Arunachal Pradesh Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018 |
Age Limit
Candidates must be not less than 21 years and not more than 35 years of age as on the last date of receipt of online application, i.e. 20 October 2026. The age relaxation for certain categories is provided below.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) | Up to 5 years |
| Defence Service Personnel (APST) disabled in operations | Up to 8 years |
| APST PwBD candidates | Up to 15 years |
| Regular Government servants | As per Government rules and regulations in force |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment offers a total of 135 vacancies across various posts. Below is the detailed breakdown of vacancies by post.
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| APCS (Entry Grade), Group-A (Personnel Dept.) | 60 (2 reserved for PwBD: 1 Deaf & Hard of Hearing, 1 Autism/Intellectual Disability/SLD/Mental Illness) |
| APPS (Entry Grade), Group-A (Home Dept.) | 10 |
| Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Group-A (Women and Child Development Dept.) | 5 |
| District Information & Public Relation Officer (DIPRO), Group-A (Information and Public Relation Dept.) | 4 (1 reserved for PwBD: Locomotor Disability incl. Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy) |
| District Food & Civil Supply Officer (DF&CSO), Group-A (Food and Civil Supplies Dept.) | 3 |
| District Transport Officer (DTO), Group-A (Transport Dept.) | 1 |
| Labour Officer (LO), Group-B Gazetted (Labour and Employment Dept.) | 2 |
| Station Superintendent (SS), Group-B Gazetted (Transport Dept.) | 4 |
| Assistant Station Superintendent (ASS), Group-B Gazetted (Transport Dept.) | 1 |
| Field Publicity Officer, Group-B Non-Gazetted (Finance Dept.) | 1 |
| Inspector (Tax, Excise & Narcotics), Group-B Non-Gazetted (Tax, Excise & Narcotics Dept.) | 4 |
| Inspector (Trade & Commerce), Group-B Non-Gazetted (Trade and Commerce Dept.) | 2 |
| Assistant Section Officer, Group-B Non-Gazetted (Secretariat Administration Dept.) | 38 (2 reserved for PwBD: 1 Blindness & Low Vision, 1 Locomotor Disability incl. Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victims, Muscular Dystrophy) |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Applicants for APPSCCE-2026 must meet specific eligibility criteria, including being a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh and holding an Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) Certificate. Additionally, candidates must be proficient in an indigenous tribal language of Arunachal Pradesh. This recruitment is state-specific, and applicants who do not meet all criteria will not be eligible, regardless of their qualifications.
| Criterion | Description |
| Permanent Residence Criterion | Must be a citizen of India and an inhabitant of Arunachal Pradesh holding a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC). |
| Indigenous Status and APST Criterion | Must hold an Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) Certificate. |
| Indigenous Tribal Language Proficiency Criterion | Must speak an indigenous tribal language of Arunachal Pradesh. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary and pay scale details for the various posts will be as per the government norms. Specific figures are not provided in the notification.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| APCS (Entry Grade) | As per government norms |
| APPS (Entry Grade) | As per government norms |
| CDPO | As per government norms |
| DIPRO | As per government norms |
| DF&CSO | As per government norms |
| DTO | As per government norms |
| Labour Officer | As per government norms |
| Station Superintendent | As per government norms |
| Assistant Station Superintendent | As per government norms |
| Field Publicity Officer | As per government norms |
| Inspector (Tax, Excise & Narcotics) | As per government norms |
| Inspector (Trade & Commerce) | As per government norms |
| Assistant Section Officer | As per government norms |
Selection Process
The selection process for APPSCCE-2026 consists of two stages: a Preliminary Examination and a Main Examination. Candidates will first undergo a screening test, followed by a written examination and an interview for those who qualify.
- Preliminary Examination (screening only)
- Main Examination (Written)
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for the recruitment by following the steps outlined below on the official website.
- Visit the official APPSC website at appsc.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Fill the online application form for APPSCCE-2026 (Preliminary Examination) only.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 200 online (PwD candidates are exempted).
- Submit only a single application; multiple applications will result in the highest Registration ID being accepted.
- Review the declaration carefully before final submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 20 October 2026 (1700 Hours).
What is the application fee for candidates?
The application fee is Rs. 200 for General/All other candidates, while Persons with Disability (PwD) are exempted.
What is the eligibility criteria for applicants?
Applicants must be permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh, hold an APST certificate, and be proficient in an indigenous tribal language.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
The selection process includes a Preliminary Examination followed by a Main Examination (Written and Interview).
How can candidates apply for the recruitment?
Candidates can apply online through the official APPSC website by completing the One Time Registration and filling out the application form.
Get Details 13 services Recruitment 2026, 135 Posts – Notification PDF
| Get Details 13 services Recruitment 2026, 135 Posts – Important Links | |
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| Arunachal Pradesh APPSC CCE Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Click here | Click Here |
| Official Sources | |
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| Source 1 | appsc.gov.in |
| Source 2 | appsc.gov.in |
