New Delhi, March 16, 2026: The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has officially released the recruitment notification for the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill various Group C vacancies across several government departments in the state.
Qualified graduates looking for stable government career opportunities in Arunachal Pradesh can now prepare to submit their applications. Below is a comprehensive guide to the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and the step-by-step application process.
Important Dates to Remember
Candidates should mark their calendars with the following schedule to ensure they do not miss any deadlines:
Notification Release Date: March 9, 2026
Online Registration Starts: March 24, 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online: April 16, 2026 (03:00 PM)
Stenography Proficiency Test (Tentative): 4th Week of April 2026
Written Examination Date (Tentative): May 31, 2026
Vacancy Details and Pay Scale
The APSSB has announced a total of 122 vacancies for the 2026 cycle. The posts fall under Pay Level 5, with a salary range of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month.
Post Name
Number of Vacancies
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
90
Personal Assistant (Stenographer Grade III)
30
Librarian
2
Total
122
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Upper Division Clerk (UDC): A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university along with a minimum six-month Diploma in Computer Application.
Personal Assistant (Stenographer): A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university and a Diploma in Stenography.
Librarian: A Bachelor’s Degree along with a degree or diploma in Library Science.
2. Age Limit (as of April 16, 2026)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
Note: Age relaxations are applicable for APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe) and other reserved category candidates as per state government norms.
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the examination fee through the online portal:
General/Unreserved Candidates: ₹200
APST Candidates: ₹150
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted from payment.
Selection Process
The selection for APSSB CGL 2026 involves a multi-stage process:
Written Examination: An objective-type test consisting of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Skill Test: Required only for specific posts (e.g., Stenography test for Personal Assistants).
Document Verification: Final stage for candidates who clear the merit list.
How to Apply for APSSB CGL 2026
Follow these steps to complete your registration on the official portal:
Visit the Website: Go to the official APSSB portal at apssb.nic.in.
Find the Link: Click on the “Apply Online” tab and select the link for Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026.
Registration: Register yourself by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill Application: Log in with your credentials and fill out the personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format.
Payment: Pay the application fee using the integrated online payment gateway.
Submit: Review all details and click on ‘Submit’. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.