Introduction to APSSB CGL Examination 2025
The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has announced the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) Examination 2025 (Advertisement No. 02/25). This recruitment drive aims to fill 86 Group ‘C’ positions across various government departments in Arunachal Pradesh. Eligible candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree can apply online starting from April 18, 2025. The application window closes on May 7, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to secure a government job in Arunachal Pradesh.
Hiring Organization Details
- Hiring Body: Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB), Itanagar
- Examination Name: Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025
- Total Posts: 86
- Post Level: Group ‘C’
- Location: Various Departments/Offices within Arunachal Pradesh
APSSB CGL Vacancy Breakdown 2025
A total of 86 vacancies are available across different posts. The distribution is as follows:
Post Code | Name of Post | Level in Pay Matrix | Total |
04/25 | Personal Assistant (Steno Gr-III) | Level-5 (29200-92300) | 6 |
05/25 | Recorder Kanungo (RK) | Level-4 (25500-81100) | 1 |
06/25 | Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Level-5 (29200-92300) | 79 |
Total | 86 |
Eligibility Criteria for APSSB CGL 2025
Candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility requirements as of the application closing date (May 7, 2025):
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of India.
- Age Limit: Between 18 and 35 years old as of May 7, 2025.
- Age Relaxation:
- APST Candidates: Up to 5 years relaxation in the upper age limit.
- PwBD Candidates: Up to 10 years relaxation (15 years for APST PwBD candidates).
- Age Relaxation:
- Educational Qualifications:
- Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) (Post Code 04/25):
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Diploma in Stenography from a recognised institution.
- Recorder Kanungo (RK) (Post Code 05/25):
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Upper Division Clerk (UDC) (Post Code 06/25):
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum 6 (Six) months Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized Board/Institution duly recognized by the Arunachal Pradesh Council for Technical Education/AICTE.
- Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) (Post Code 04/25):
- Experience: No specific experience mentioned for these posts in the provided document.
Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates for the APSSB CGL 2025 recruitment process:
- Notification Release Date: April 11, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: April 18, 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Online Application Closing Date: May 7, 2025 (03:00 PM)
- Tentative Date for Stenography Proficiency Test (Post Code 04/25): May 24, 2025
- Tentative Date for Written Examination (All Posts): June 15, 2025
- Admit Card Download: To be notified later on the official website.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in the following pay scales as per the Pay Matrix:
- Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) & Upper Division Clerk (UDC): Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300)
- Recorder Kanungo (RK): Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100)
In addition to the basic pay, candidates will be eligible for other allowances and benefits as per the rules and regulations of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh.
Selection Process
The selection process for the APSSB CGL Examination 2025 involves the following stages:
- Stage-1: Stenography Proficiency Test (Only for Post Code 04/25 – Personal Assistant)
- This is a qualifying test.
- Dictation: 5 minutes @ 80 words per minute (wpm).
- Transcription: 45 minutes (English) on a computer.
- Permissible Mistakes: 8% for General/UR, 10% for APST candidates.
- Candidates who qualify Stage-1 will be eligible for Stage-2.
- Stage-2: Written Examination (Objective Type – MCQ)
- Applicable for all posts (Post Codes 04/25, 05/25, 06/25).
- Candidates qualifying Stage-1 (for Post Code 04/25) and all applicants for Post Codes 05/25 & 06/25 will appear for this stage.
- Exam Pattern:
- General Awareness: 50 Marks (25 Questions)
- General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability: 50 Marks (25 Questions)
- Arithmetical & Numerical Ability: 50 Marks (25 Questions)
- Test of English Language & Comprehension: 50 Marks (25 Questions)
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Qualifying Marks: Minimum 33% in each subject is required. Candidates scoring less than 33% in any subject will be disqualified.
- Negative Marking: There is no negative marking.
- Final Merit: The final merit list will be based solely on the marks obtained in the Written Examination (Stage-2).
- Document Verification:
- Candidates shortlisted based on the written exam merit will be called for document verification.
- Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced. Failure to do so will lead to rejection of candidature.
How to Apply for APSSB CGL Recruitment 2025
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official APSSB website. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official APSSB website: apssb.nic.in.
- Look for the link related to the “Combined Graduate Level Examination 2025” or “Advertisement No. 02/25”.
- Read the notification carefully before applying.
- Register yourself if you are a new user, or log in with your credentials.
- Fill out the online application form accurately with all required details (Personal, Educational, Contact etc.).
- Clearly indicate your preference for posts and departments/offices based on your eligibility. Preferences once submitted are final.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents:
- Recent Passport Size Photograph (50-100 kb, jpg/jpeg/png).
- Scanned Signature (on white paper with black ink, 10-50 kb, jpg/jpeg/png).
- Diploma in Stenography (for Post Code 04/25 only, 50-100 kb, jpg/jpeg/png).
- Certificate of 6 months Diploma in Computer Application (for Post Code 06/25 only) – Although uploading isn’t explicitly mentioned in section 7, it’s required for eligibility and document verification.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the filled application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Only online applications submitted via the official website will be accepted. Incomplete or incorrectly filled applications will be rejected.
Application Fees
The application fee must be paid online:
- APST Candidates: ₹ 150/-
- Unreserved (UR) Candidates: ₹ 200/-
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Exempted from fee payment
The fee is non-refundable.
Stay Updated & Official Links
For the latest updates, keep checking the official APSSB website. You can also join the following channels for government job alerts:
Important Links:
- Official Notification PDF: Download Now
- Online Application Link & Official Website: Apply Online
Ensure you apply before the deadline of May 7, 2025 (3:00 PM). Good luck with your application!