APSC APGCL Assistant Manager 2026 Notification: Vacancy, Eligibility and Salary Details
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released a fresh notification for the post of Assistant Manager in the Assam Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGCL). This is a wonderful chance for engineering and management graduates who dream of a stable state government career. In all, 35 posts are on offer across six disciplines, and the selected candidates will draw a strong pay scale of Rs 37,300 to Rs 1,12,000 along with a Grade Pay of Rs 14,200. If you are looking for government jobs in Assam, do not let this chance pass by.
The online application window opens on 24 July 2026 and closes on 23 August 2026, so you get enough time to arrange your documents. This drive is open to candidates holding a B.E / B.Tech degree in the relevant branch, or an MBA / PGDM for the Human Resource post. In this article we will explain the vacancy break-up, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process and the step-by-step application method in very simple words. Read the full guide carefully, and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in so you never miss an important update.
Key Highlights of APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026
The Assam Public Service Commission invites online applications from Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam. The Assistant Manager posts fall under the Assam Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGCL), a state-owned power utility. These are respected technical and managerial roles, and a great catch for anyone hunting for engineering government jobs. Here are the most important details at a glance.
- Recruiting Body: Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)
- Post Name: Assistant Manager in APGCL
- Total Vacancies: 35 posts
- Pay Scale: Rs 37,300 – Rs 1,12,000 + Grade Pay Rs 14,200
- Job Location: Assam
- Application Period: 24 July 2026 to 23 August 2026
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Vacancy Details 2026
The 35 vacancies are spread across six engineering and management disciplines. Each discipline carries its own category-wise reservation for UR, OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), ST(H), PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates, exactly as given in the official notification. The discipline-wise break-up is shown below.
| Discipline | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 10 |
| Mechanical | 6 |
| Information Technology | 3 |
| Instrumentation | 2 |
| Civil | 10 |
| Human Resource | 4 |
| Total | 35 |
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Your educational qualification depends on the discipline you choose. You must hold a full-time degree from a University or Institution approved by AICTE / UGC, with a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying examination (50% for SC and ST candidates in the engineering posts, and 55% for SC and ST in the HR post). Management graduates aiming for post graduate government jobs can apply for the Human Resource post. The branch-wise requirement is as follows:
- Assistant Manager (Electrical): B.E / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Assistant Manager (Mechanical): B.E / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
- Assistant Manager (Instrumentation): B.E / B.Tech in Instrumentation Engineering
- Assistant Manager (IT): B.E / B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering or Information Technology
- Assistant Manager (Civil): B.E / B.Tech in Civil Engineering
- Assistant Manager (HR): Two-year full-time MBA / PGDM with specialization in Human Resource Management, Personnel Management or Industrial Relations
A diploma-plus-engineering route (3 years after diploma, or the 2+2+2 pattern) is also accepted for the engineering posts, as detailed in the notification.
Age Limit
As on 1 January 2026, you should be not less than 21 years and not more than 38 years of age. The upper age limit is relaxed for reserved categories as per Assam Government rules:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years (up to 43 years) |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 years (up to 41 years) |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 50 years |
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For the Human Resource post, the upper age limit is relaxable up to 45 years for departmental candidates. The PwBD relaxation of 10 years applies across all categories.
Domicile Requirement
Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam. You will need to upload a valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam, or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate, as proof of residency.
What is the Salary for APSC APGCL Assistant Manager 2026?
Let us talk about the part everyone loves — the salary. The Assistant Manager post in APGCL carries a solid pay structure fixed by the Assam Government, and this is paid per month along with the usual allowances.
- Pay Scale: Rs 37,300 – Rs 1,12,000 per month
- Grade Pay: Rs 14,200
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits admissible to Assam State Government employees
At the start of the pay band, your basic pay of Rs 37,300 plus Grade Pay of Rs 14,200 works out to about Rs 51,500 per month, and this keeps growing once Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other benefits are added.
Along with the monthly pay, you enjoy the job security, pension and other benefits of a state government undertaking, which makes this one of the most rewarding openings of the year for engineers and managers in Assam.
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Selection Process 2026
The Assam Public Service Commission has clearly stated that the detailed selection procedure will be notified later, through a separate corrigendum or addendum if required. Based on the notification, the selection is expected to move through the stages below.
Screening / Written Examination
The Commission may hold a Screening Test or Written Examination to shortlist candidates. It may also conduct the examination zone-wise — across the Silchar, Jorhat, Nagaon, Tezpur, Kokrajhar and Guwahati zones — depending on how many candidates apply.
Viva-Voce / Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Viva-Voce (Interview). At this stage you must carry all original documents and certificates for verification. You can check our exam syllabus and preparation guides to plan your studies while the detailed pattern is awaited.
How to Apply Online for APSC APGCL Assistant Manager 2026?
Applying is fully online through the APSC Recruitment portal — no other mode is accepted. Before you begin, keep ready your Class X / XII certificate for date of birth, educational mark sheets, caste certificate (if applicable), PRC, a recent photograph (50 KB – 200 KB) and signature (50 KB – 200 KB). All documents must be in PDF format, under 4 MB, scanned at 200 dpi in greyscale. Then follow these steps:
- Visit the official APSC recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below).
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) by clicking “Register Here” and entering your basic details.
- Log in with your registered email or mobile number and password.
- Fill in the online form and select the Assistant Manager post and your discipline.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the correct format.
- Preview the form, tick the declaration box and pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final application for your records.
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 24 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 23 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 25 August 2026 |
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager Application Fee 2026
The fee shown below includes a processing charge of Rs 47.20 collected by CSC-SPV. The amount payable depends on your category:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | Rs 197.20 |
| SC, ST, BPL & PwBD | Rs 47.20 |
The fee must be paid online through the recruitment portal. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be rejected, and the fee once paid is non-refundable.
APSC APGCL Assistant Manager 2026 — Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for APSC APGCL Assistant Manager 2026
- Visit APSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Assam Government Jobs
This APSC APGCL Assistant Manager recruitment is a strong route into a respected state government job for engineers and management graduates in Assam. If you meet the eligibility, there is no reason to wait — start arranging your documents and apply well before the last date of 23 August 2026. For more government job updates from Assam and daily notifications, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in. Your dream government job could be just one careful application away.