APSC Insurance Medical Officer Recruitment 2025: Apply Now for 13 Vacancies in Assam!

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Apsc insurance medical officer recruitment 2025 notification poster featuring the apsc logo and details about the 13 imo vacancies in assam.

Introduction to APSC Insurance Medical Officer Recruitment 2025

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released an official notification (Advt. No. 16/2025) inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens, specifically permanent residents of Assam, for the post of Insurance Medical Officer (IMO). This recruitment drive aims to fill 13 vacancies under the ESI Scheme, Assam, within the Labour Welfare Department. Interested candidates possessing the required MBBS qualification can apply online through the official APSC recruitment portal before the deadline of May 29, 2025.

Organization Details: APSC Recruitment

  • Hiring Body: Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) 
  • Department: Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam 
  • Post Name: Insurance Medical Officer (IMO), ESI Scheme, Assam 
  • Total Posts: 13 
  • Job Location: Assam

APSC IMO Vacancy Breakdown 2025

The distribution of the 13 vacancies across different categories is as follows:

CategoryTotal PostsReserved for Women (RFW)
Open Category51
OBC/MOBC51
SC20
STP00
STH10
Grand Total132

Note: No posts are specifically reserved for PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) or Ex-Servicemen in this particular notification, but eligible PwBD candidates can apply if the post is identified as suitable for them.

APSC Insurance Medical Officer: Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for the APSC IMO post:

  • Citizenship: Must be an Indian Citizen as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
  • Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Assam. Proof requires a valid Permanent Resident Certificate issued in Assam for educational purposes or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
  • Educational Qualification: Must possess an MBBS degree and be registered under the Assam Medical Council, 1960. Candidates need to upload relevant mark sheets/certificates for all semesters/years.
  • Age Limit (as of 01-01-2025):
    • Minimum Age: 21 years.
    • Maximum Age: 38 years.
  • Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable for certain categories:
    • SC/ST: By 5 years (up to 43 years).
    • OBC/MOBC: By 3 years (up to 41 years).
    • Ex-Servicemen: Maximum age of 50 years (relaxable further by 3 years for OBC/MOBC and 5 years for SC/ST). Ex-servicemen must upload their identity card and discharge book.
    • Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): By 10 years (irrespective of category). PwBD candidates need a certificate from the competent authority confirming at least 40% disability.
  • Small Family Norms: Candidates must submit a declaration in Form-A regarding adherence to the Small Family Norms as per Assam Government rules.
  • Government Employees: Existing regular government employees (excluding ad-hoc/contractual) must upload a certificate from their competent authority. Those seeking pay protection or service continuation need to upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC).

Age proof will be verified using the Class-X/Class-XII Admit Card/Pass Certificate/Marksheet.

Important Dates for APSC IMO Recruitment

Mark your calendars with these crucial dates:

  • Notification Date: April 25, 2025 
  • Online Application Start Date: April 30, 2025 
  • Online Application Closing Date: May 29, 2025 
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: May 31, 2025 
  • Exam/Interview Date: To be notified later by APSC 

APSC IMO Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates for the Insurance Medical Officer post will receive a salary package as per the Assam State Government norms:

  • Pay Scale: Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 1,10,000/- per month.
  • Grade Pay: Rs. 12,700/-.
  • Pay Band: Pay Band – 4.
  • Other Allowances: Usual allowances as admissible under the Rules of the Government of Assam.

APSC IMO Selection Process

The exact selection procedure will be notified later by the APSC through a corrigendum/addendum if required. The Commission reserves the right to decide the selection method based on the number of applications received. The process may involve:

  1. Screening Test/Written Examination: Depending on the number of applicants, a screening or written test might be conducted.
  2. Interview/Viva-Voce: Candidates may be called for a personal interview.
  3. Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of the interview. Candidates must produce documents related to age, educational qualifications, caste, residency, PwBD status, experience (if any), and other claims made in the application.

How to Apply Online for APSC IMO Vacancy 2025

Follow these steps to apply for the APSC Insurance Medical Officer post:

  1. Visit Official Portal: Go to the APSC recruitment website.
  2. One Time Registration (OTR): If you haven’t registered before, click on ‘Register Here’ and complete the OTR process by providing basic details, personal information, educational qualifications, work experience, photograph, and signature. Ensure your email address is valid and active. Upload necessary documents during OTR.
  3. Login: Log in using your credentials.
  4. Find Advertisement: Navigate to the ‘Applicant Section’ -> ‘Apply Section’. Find the advertisement for Insurance Medical Officer (Advt. No. 16/2025).
  5. Read Instructions: Carefully read the eligibility criteria and instructions before applying.
  6. Fill Application Form: Fill in all mandatory details accurately. Upload scanned copies of required documents (like certificates, mark sheets) in PDF format (max 2MB, legible, preferably 200 dpi greyscale).
  7. Preview Application: Before final submission, use the ‘Preview’ button to check all entered details and uploaded documents. Ensure everything is correct as editing is not allowed after final submission.
  8. Submit Application: Click ‘Submit’ for final submission.
  9. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to pay the application fee online. Applications without the prescribed fee will be rejected. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
  10. Print Application: After successful submission and payment, take a printout of the final application form for future reference.

APSC Application Fees

The application fee varies by category (inclusive of Rs. 47.20 processing fee):

CategoryTotal Amount (Rs.)
General297.20
OBC/MOBC197.20
SC/ST/BPL/PwBD47.20

Candidates claiming fee relaxation must upload the relevant category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/BPL/PwBD) issued by the competent authority.

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This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for medical graduates in Assam. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria and submit your application before the deadline. Good luck!