The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has invited online applications for the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Combined Competitive Examination 2026 (APPSCCE-2026) under Advertisement No. 5/2026, No. PSC-R/13/2026 dated 7 September 2026.
The examination covers 135 vacancies across 13 Group-A and Group-B services/posts, including 60 Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (Entry Grade) posts, 10 Arunachal Pradesh Police Service (Entry Grade) posts and 38 Assistant Section Officer posts.
Online applications opened at 5:00 PM on 16 September 2026 and close at 5:00 PM on 20 October 2026.
Important eligibility restriction: This recruitment is restricted to eligible candidates who are permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh, hold the required Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) status/certificate and satisfy the notified indigenous tribal-language requirement. Candidates should verify all three conditions before applying.
APPSCCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission |
| Examination | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Combined Competitive Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement | 5/2026 — No. PSC-R/13/2026 |
| Advertisement date | 7 September 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 135 |
| Services / post categories | 13 |
| Classification | Group-A and Group-B |
| Qualification | Graduate degree |
| Application mode | Online |
| Applications open | 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date | 20 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age | 21–35 years as on 20 October 2026, before notified relaxation |
| Application fee | ₹200; PwD candidates exempt |
| Preliminary examination | 6 December 2026, subject to any later APPSC update |
| Job location | Arunachal Pradesh |
APPSCCE 2026 Vacancy Details
| Service / Post | Department | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (Entry Grade) — APCS | Personnel | A | 60 |
| Arunachal Pradesh Police Service (Entry Grade) — APPS | Home | A | 10 |
| Child Development Project Officer — CDPO | Women & Child Development | A | 5 |
| District Information & Public Relation Officer — DIPRO | Information & Public Relations | A | 4 |
| District Food & Civil Supply Officer — DF&CSO | Food & Civil Supplies | A | 3 |
| District Transport Officer — DTO | Transport | A | 1 |
| Labour Officer | Labour & Employment | B Gazetted | 2 |
| Station Superintendent | Transport | B Gazetted | 4 |
| Assistant Station Superintendent | Transport | B Gazetted | 1 |
| Field Publicity Officer | Finance | B Non-Gazetted | 1 |
| Inspector (Tax, Excise & Narcotics) | Tax, Excise & Narcotics | B Non-Gazetted | 4 |
| Inspector (Trade & Commerce) | Trade & Commerce | B Non-Gazetted | 2 |
| Assistant Section Officer — ASO | Secretariat Administration | B Non-Gazetted | 38 |
| Total | 135 |
Five posts are reported as horizontally reserved for eligible Persons with Benchmark Disabilities within the notified vacancy distribution. Candidates should use the official advertisement for the exact disability-category mapping.
Who Can Apply
Applicants should satisfy all notified state-specific eligibility conditions.
| Requirement | Condition |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Citizen of India |
| Residence | Valid Permanent Residence Certificate of Arunachal Pradesh |
| APST status | Valid Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe certificate/status as notified |
| Language | Must satisfy the notified indigenous tribal-language requirement |
| Education | Graduate degree from a recognised university or equivalent |
Candidates awaiting the final result of the qualifying degree may apply provisionally where permitted by the advertisement, but they must produce proof of having passed the required qualification by the stage specified by APPSC.
Age Limit
| Category / Condition | Age / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Base age | 21–35 years |
| Age cut-off | 20 October 2026 |
| APST candidates | 5 years relaxation |
| Eligible APST defence service personnel disabled in specified operations | Up to 8 years relaxation as notified |
| Eligible APST PwBD candidates | Up to 15 years relaxation as notified |
Candidates should calculate eligibility using the official cut-off date and the relaxation applicable to their own category.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Applicants required to pay the examination fee | ₹200 |
| PwD candidates | Exempt |
Payment is made online during the application process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 7 September 2026 |
| Online application starts | 16 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date to apply | 20 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Preliminary Examination | 6 December 2026 |
| Main Examination | To be notified |
| Interview / Viva-Voce | To be notified |
Candidates should monitor APPSC for any later change in the examination schedule.
Selection Process
The APPSCCE selection process has three principal stages:
| Stage | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Examination | Objective screening examination |
| Main Examination | Descriptive written examination |
| Interview / Viva-Voce | Final personality assessment for candidates qualifying the Main Examination |
The Preliminary Examination consists of General Studies and CSAT papers. CSAT is qualifying with the prescribed minimum standard, and negative marking applies to incorrect responses as notified. Preliminary marks are used for screening and are not carried into the final merit calculation.
Candidates qualifying the Preliminary Examination are called for the Main Examination. The Main stage contains the notified written papers, followed by Interview/Viva-Voce for candidates who meet the Main Examination qualifying standards.
Salary and Service Conditions
The 135 vacancies cover multiple Group-A and Group-B services/posts under different departments. Pay level and service conditions are post-specific, so candidates should check the exact service/post entry in the official APPSC advertisement and applicable Arunachal Pradesh service rules rather than assuming one common salary for all 13 categories.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh PRC | Residence eligibility |
| APST certificate | State-specific eligibility/reservation |
| Class 10 certificate | Date-of-birth proof |
| Graduation degree / marksheets | Educational qualification |
| Final-year proof, if applying provisionally | Where permitted |
| PwD certificate | Fee exemption / horizontal reservation, where applicable |
| Photograph and signature | Online application |
| Valid photo ID | Identity verification |
How to Apply for APPSCCE 2026
- Open the APPSC Online Recruitment Portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you do not already have an account.
- Log in and locate APPSCCE-2026 / Advertisement No. 5/2026.
- Confirm your PRC, APST and indigenous tribal-language eligibility before proceeding.
- Enter personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting certificates.
- Pay the applicable ₹200 fee unless exempt.
- Review the complete application before final submission.
- Submit before 20 October 2026 at 5:00 PM and save the submitted application for future use.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| APPSC Advertisement Page | Official recruitment advertisement listing |
| APPSCCE 2026 Official Notification PDF | Detailed recruitment advertisement |
| APPSC Online Recruitment Portal | OTR, login and online application |
| APPSC APPSCCE 2026 Syllabus Page | Official examination syllabus |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in APPSCCE 2026?
There are 135 vacancies across 13 Group-A and Group-B services/posts.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application closes at 5:00 PM on 20 October 2026.
What qualification is required?
A Graduate degree from a recognised university or equivalent is required. Provisionally eligible final-year candidates should follow the exact documentary condition in the advertisement.
Can candidates from outside Arunachal Pradesh apply?
The recruitment carries specific Arunachal Pradesh eligibility conditions. Applicants need the notified Arunachal Pradesh PRC, APST status and indigenous tribal-language eligibility.
What is the age limit?
The base age is 21–35 years as on 20 October 2026, with notified relaxations.
What is the application fee?
The examination fee is ₹200. Eligible PwD candidates are exempt.
When is the Preliminary Examination?
The APPSCCE-2026 Preliminary Examination is scheduled for 6 December 2026, subject to any later APPSC update.