APSSB CHSL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 207 LDC, DEO & Group C Posts

APSSB CHSL Examination 2026 – Official Overview

The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB), Itanagar, has released the official recruitment notification for the Combined Higher Secondary Level (CHSL) Examination 2026. Published under Advt No. 05/26 dated 9 June 2026, this notification opens up 207 permanent Group C vacancies across various departments of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh.

The registration window will remain functional from 20 July 2026 to 10 August 2026 (until 5:00 PM). APSSB has also slated the tentative written examination date for 20 September 2026. If you are a 10+2 pass candidate searching for secure state government positions with competitive salary tracks, this is an unmatched opportunity.

APSSB CHSL Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale 2026

Out of the total 207 vacancies, 165 seats are explicitly reserved for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) candidates, while 42 fall under the Unreserved (UR) block. Horizontal reservations account for 15 PwBD and 4 Ex-Servicemen spots. Review the detailed post distribution and 7th CPC pay levels below:

Post-Wise Educational Qualification Requirements

While clearing Class 12 (10+2) is the common baseline, specific streams and technical certifications are mandatory depending on the post architecture:

• Stockman, Laboratory Assistant, Agriculture Field Assistant (Jr): Passed Class XII with Science stream from a recognized board.
• Fishery Demonstrator: Passed Class XII with Science containing Biology as a primary subject.
• Field Assistant: Passed Class XII specifying Mathematics or Geography, OR Class XII in any stream paired with an approved Survey course from a government-recognized ITI.
• LDC, DEO, Junior Secretariat Assistant: Passed Class XII in any stream, a mandatory English typing speed of 35 words per minute (WPM) on computers, and a minimum 6-month Diploma in Computer Application (DCA) recognized by APCTE or AICTE.
• Record Keeper / Record Clerk: Passed Class XII coupled with a full 1-year Diploma in Computer Application (DCA).

Clerical Alert: Do not miss the DCA certification check. Candidates applying for LDC, DEO, JSA, or Record Clerk positions must possess an authenticated computer diploma from a recognized technical board to clear document scrutiny rounds.

Age Limit Criteria & Relaxations

Candidate age profiles will be verified strictly as of the online registration closing date (10 August 2026):

• Record Keeper / Record Clerk: 18 to 28 Years.
• Agriculture Field Assistant (Jr), JSA, LDC: 18 to 32 Years.
• DEO, Field Assistant, Fishery Demonstrator, Lab Assistant, Stockman: 18 to 35 Years.

Age Relaxations: Upper age bar allows a 5-year extension for APST candidates, a 10-year extension for PwBD applicants (15 years if APST PwBD), and a 5-year benefit for regular in-service departmental employees with 3 continuous years of state service.

APSSB CHSL Selection Process & Examination Pattern

The recruitment methodology relies on a clean, merit-driven evaluation divided into two stages:

Stage-I: Written Examination (Merit Deciding)

This is an objective-type (MCQ) evaluation executed within a 2-hour duration window. The overall question setup carries 100 questions summing up to 200 marks:

• General Awareness: 25 Questions / 50 Marks
• General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 Questions / 50 Marks
• Arithmetical & Numerical Ability: 25 Questions / 50 Marks
• English Language & Comprehension: 25 Questions / 50 Marks

Note: There is completely no negative marking and no separate sectional cut-offs. Aspirants must hit a minimum of 33% aggregate score to be considered for screening lists.

Stage-II: Typing Skill Test (Qualifying Only)

This phase is mandatory only for DEO, JSA, and LDC post codes. It tests candidate speeds to ensure they hit the required 35 WPM template. This stage is strictly qualifying and its marks will not determine final rank placement. Selection for all other technical assistant and handler roles is determined entirely by Stage-I merit scores.

How to Apply Online for APSSB CHSL Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can easily map out their online submissions by accessing the official board engine between July 20 and August 10:

1. Navigate directly to the official web link of the board: www.apssb.nic.in.
2. Click on the active registration link highlighting "APSSB CHSL Examination 2026".
3. Complete the first-level profile configuration by entering your name, contact phone link, and active email ID.
4. Carefully populate your personal details, academic metrics, and choose your 3 preferred exam locations in priority order.
5. Log your structural post and department preferences. Ensure you check this thoroughly, as preferences cannot be adjusted post locking.
6. Upload a scanned copy of your recent passport photo (50–100 KB) and your signature in black ink on a white page (10–50 KB).
7. Process the non-refundable registration fee online: ₹150 for APST candidates and ₹200 for General/UR candidates (PwD applicants are fully exempt).
8. Verify all variables via the tracking dashboard, hit the final submit switch, and preserve a printed receipt page.