The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 04/2026) for the Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A and Group-B Gazetted (Technical) Posts-2026 (Part-I). A total of 155 vacancies are available across various technical departments under the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, including Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary, and Textiles & Handicrafts.
Interested and eligible Indian citizens who are Permanent Residents of Arunachal Pradesh and belong to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) can apply online through the official APPSC portal starting from September 10, 2026.
APPSC Group A & Group B Technical Recruitment 2026: Overview
Post-wise Vacancy Distribution and Salary Pay Scale
The total 155 vacancies comprise 154 Group-A posts and 1 Group-B post. Six vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Mandatory Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy three specific administrative rules criteria established by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh:
- Permanent Residence: Must hold a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Indigenous Status: Must belong to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST).
- Language Proficiency: Must have proficiency in speaking an Indigenous Tribal Language of Arunachal Pradesh along with operational working knowledge of local indigenous customs.
Educational Qualifications (Post-wise)
- Agriculture Development Officer: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Agriculture from a recognized University.
- Horticulture Development Officer: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Horticulture from a recognized University.
- Veterinary Officer: Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) with mandatory registration under the Arunachal Pradesh State Veterinary Council (required by document verification).
- Assistant Director (Sericulture): Bachelor's degree in Science (B.Sc.) alongside a Post Graduate Diploma in Sericulture.
- Dairy Development Officer: Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Dairy Technology, or B.Sc. in Dairying/Dairy Technology, or a 4-year B.Sc./B.Tech. in Food Technology, B.Sc. in Microbial & Food Technology, or B.Tech. in Bio-Technology.
Note: Final year/semester appearing students may apply, provided they produce their final qualifying degree in original at the time of viva-voce.
Age Limit & Relaxations
The crucial cut-off date for determining the age limit is September 30, 2026.
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 35 years
- Upper Age Relaxations:
- APST Candidates: 5 Years
- PwBD (General) Candidates: 10 Years
- PwBD (APST) Candidates: 15 Years
Application Fee
- General and APST Candidates: ₹200 (Online payment only)
- PwD Candidates: Fully Exempted
Selection Process & Examination Scheme
The recruitment process involves a written examination followed by viva-voce. In the event of a high volume of applications, an Objective Type Recruitment Test (Screening) of 200 marks may be conducted to shortlist candidates for the written examination.
Written Examination Scheme (500 Marks Total):
- General English & General Studies (Objective Type): 150 Marks (Qualifying criteria applies)
- Concerned Technical Subject Paper-I (Descriptive/Subjective Type): 150 Marks
- Concerned Technical Subject Paper-II (Descriptive/Subjective Type): 150 Marks
- Viva-voce / Personal Interview: 50 Marks
Qualifying Standards: Candidates must secure an aggregate of at least 33% in the written exam (with a minimum of 20% in each individual paper) to qualify for the Interview. Relaxed standards apply to PwBD candidates (20% aggregate with 10% in each paper).
