The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has announced the recruitment of 45 Assistant Engineer (Civil) positions for the year 2025. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply online through the official APSC website. The application window opens on April 15, 2025, and the last date to submit the application form is May 14, 2025.
Vacancy Details:
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Post Name: Assistant Engineer (Civil)
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Total Vacancies: 45
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification :
Eligibility Criteria:
- The candidate must be an lndian Citizen as defined in Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of lndia and must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- As a domicile proof of the candidate, he/she must upload a copy of the valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purpose/Employment Exchange Registration Certificate will be treated as proof of residency.
Education Qualification :
- Candidate must possess a Bachelo/s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Civil Engineering (B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering) from an lndian or Foreign University recognized by Govt. OR Candidate must have passed (Part A & B) of AMIE (lndia) in Civil Engineering if he/she had enrolled in AMIE course on or before 31-05-2013.
- The Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering must be a Regular course. Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering obtained through Distance mode of education, by whatever name called, will not be accepted. (Upload relevant all semester/ year mark sheet reflecting the subjects and the final pass certificate)
Age :
- By 5 years for SC/ST candidates, i.e. upto 43 years.
- By 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates i.e. upto 41 years as per Govt. Notification No. ABP. 6/2016/51 dated Dispur the 2no September, 2020.
- For Ex-Servicemen, the maximum age shall be 50 years as on 01-01-2025 tor Unreserved category, relaxable further by 3 (Three) years for OBC/MOBC candidates and 5 (Five) years for SC/ST candidates.
- Persons with benchmark disability (PwBD) 10 years irrespective of SC/ST/OBC and UR Category of candidates as per Govt. Memorandum No. ABP 1441951121dated Dispur the 28th October, 2015
Pay Scale:
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Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 per month.
Application Fee:
Under the Digital lndia initiative by Ministry of Electronics and lnformation Technology (MeitY), Government of lndia, APSC has decided to launch its Online Recruitment portal with the help of CSCSPV, a MeitY approved organization, which will charge a processing fee of Rs. 40.001 + 180/o tax = Rs,47.20/- from each candidate. The Application Fee is as per Govt, Notification No. FEG.3212016/8-A dated Dispur the 28tn October, 2016 communicated vide letter No.ABP,60/2014111 dated 2no February 2018 and Gazette Notification No. LGl.41 12024/43 dated 25tn October, 2024.
How to Apply :
1. Applicants are required to apply online through APSC's recruitment website, No other means/mode of application will be accepted and the Application will be summarily relected,
2. Applicants who have not registered yet, in Online Recruitment Portal of APSC are first required to go to the APSC's recruitment website https://apscrecruitment.in and register themselves by clicking on 'Reqister Here' link and complete the One Time Registration(OTR) process by providing basic details. Page 3 of 7 (ii) iiiil st. No Category Application fee (Rs) Processing Fee Charged by CSCSPV (Rs) Taxable amount on processing fee (@18%) TotalAmount (Rs) 1 General 250 40 7.20 297.20 2, OBC/MOBC 150 40 720 197.20 3 SC/ST/BPL/PwBD NIL 40 7.20 47 20 4. 5.
3. CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO REGISTER WITH VALID AND ACTIVE E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE ONLINE APPLICATION. INTERVIEW SCHEDULE AND REQUIREMENTS WITH REGARD TO COPIES OF CERTIFCATES TO BE SUBMITTED IN RESPECT OF CLAIMS MADE IN THE ONLINE APPLICATION, WILL BE INTIMATED TO THE CANDIDATES THROUGH THE WEBSITE OF THE COMMISSION IN DUE COURSE OF TIME.
4. After creating an account, applicants need to login with the credentials.
5. After login, applicants need to provide One Time Registration details such as Personal lnformation, Educational Qualification, Work Experience, Photo (Min size-50 KB & Max size-200 KB and not older than 3 months) & Signature (Min size-50 KB & Max size-200 KB) and other required documents. Once these details are submitted, applicants will be able to download the One Time Registration details, Then applicants can click on Applicant Section => Apply Section link for application form submission.
6. The applicants are advised to read the eligibility criteria and other relevant details carefully before applying for the advertisement, Mandatory fields in the online form are marked with * (asterisk) sign.
7. Candidates must submit the details of documents like Certificate No., lssue date, lssuing authority and upload the documents/certificates (whenever asked for) in support of the claims made by them in the Application Form like, Date of Birth, Experience, Qualification(s) etc, or any other information, in pdf file in such a way that the file size does not exceed 2 MB and is legible when a printout taken. For that purpose, the applicant may scan the documents/certificates in 200 dpi grey scale.
8. Pass certificate/ mark sheet of the degree furnished must clearly state the name of the candidate and degree awarded to him/her or subjects are specified as per Advertisement.
9. Document details submitted in the online application form will be verified at the time of Personal VivaVoce lnterview.
10. Applicant should carefully fill all the information as asked in the application form and click on the declarations checkbox to enable the 'Preview' button before final submission.
Selection Process:
The selection process will consist of a written examination followed by an interview. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in the written test. The commission will notify the detailed selection procedure and exam dates in due course.
Important Dates:
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Starting Date for Online Application: April 15, 2025
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Last Date for Online Application: May 14, 2025
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Last Date for Payment of Application Fee: May 16, 2025
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FAQs: Assam PSC Assistant Engineer (Civil) Recruitment 2025
1. What is the Assam PSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025 about?
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) is inviting online applications for 45 vacancies of Assistant Engineer (Civil) in various departments. This recruitment is aimed at candidates holding a B.E./B.Tech degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
2. When does the application process start and end?
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Start Date: April 15, 2025
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Last Date to Apply Online: May 14, 2025
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Last Date for Payment of Application Fee: May 16, 2025
3. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
There are a total of 45 vacancies for the post of Assistant Engineer (Civil).
4. What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have:
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A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (B.E. or B.Tech) from a recognized university or institution.
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The degree must be a regular full-time course. Degrees obtained through distance education are not eligible.
5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
As on January 1, 2025:
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Minimum Age: 21 years
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Maximum Age: 38 years
Relaxation in age will be provided as per government norms:
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC/MOBC: 3 years
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PwBD: 10 years (depending on category)
6. What is the pay scale for Assistant Engineer (Civil)?
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 along with a Grade Pay of ₹12,700, plus other allowances as admissible under Assam Government rules.
7. What is the application fee?
The fee details are as follows:
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General Category: ₹297.20
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OBC/MOBC: ₹197.20
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SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: ₹47.20
Note: The amount includes processing charges and GST.
8. How can I apply for the Assam PSC Assistant Engineer Recruitment 2025?
You can apply online by following these steps:
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Visit the official website: https://apsc.nic.in
Click on “Apply Online” under the recruitment section.
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Register using your email and mobile number.
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Fill in all required details carefully.
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Upload documents and pay the application fee.
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Submit the form and keep a copy for future reference.
9. What is the selection process?
The selection process includes:
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Written Examination (Objective type or Descriptive, depending on APSC guidelines)
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Interview/Personality Test
The final merit list will be based on the performance in both stages.
10. Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply. However, reservation benefits will only be applicable to residents of Assam as per state government rules.
11. Is there any negative marking in the written test?
The official notification does not specifically mention negative marking. Candidates are advised to refer to the exam pattern once APSC releases it separately or in any corrigendum.
12. Where can I download the official notification?
You can download the official notification here:
- Download Assam PSC AE Notification PDF
13. Is it mandatory to know the Assamese language?
While it’s not mentioned as mandatory in the notification, familiarity with local language and culture is often considered advantageous during selection, especially in interviews.
14. What documents do I need to upload?
You may need to upload the following:
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Recent passport-sized photo
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Signature
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Educational certificates (Mark sheets, Degree)
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Age proof (Birth Certificate/Matric Certificate)
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Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
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Disability certificate (for PwBD category)
15. How will I receive communication from APSC?
All communication, including admit card release, exam date, and result updates, will be available on the official website and/or through registered email/SMS.
16. Can I edit my application form after submission?
No, once the application is submitted, you cannot make changes. Make sure to double-check all information before final submission.
17. Whom should I contact in case of technical issues or queries?
For technical issues during the application process, contact the APSC helpdesk (contact details available on the official site under the recruitment section).
