Job Description
Overview
The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has initiated the Non-Ministerial Technical Examination (NMTE) 2026 to fill 217 Group C vacancies across various departments. This recruitment drive encompasses diverse roles including medical technicians, drivers, and publicity assistants, offering candidates a chance to serve in the state government. The selection process is designed to identify skilled individuals who meet the specific technical and physical requirements of these essential roles.
Key Responsibilities
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwives provide essential healthcare support and maternal services in rural and urban health centers.
- Laboratory and ECG Technicians perform diagnostic tests and maintain medical equipment to ensure accurate patient assessments.
- Pharmacists manage the dispensing of medicines and maintain records in accordance with pharmacy regulations.
- Drivers for Light and Heavy Motor Vehicles ensure the safe and timely transportation of personnel and official goods.
- Constables in the IRBn and Civil Police maintain law and order and perform specialized motor transport duties.
- Publicity Assistants support the Information and Public Relations department by managing sound systems and field outreach activities.
Why Apply
Positions under the APSSB provide stable government employment with structured pay scales ranging from Level 1 to Level 5. Successful candidates contribute directly to the public service infrastructure of Arunachal Pradesh while benefiting from professional development opportunities within their respective departments.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 21 October 2026
- Application End: 5 November 2026
- Written Exam: 29 November 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 217
- Pay Scale: Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 92,300
- Location: Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
- Category: State Govt. Exams
APSSB Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 217 Constable Driver, Driver, Pharmacist and More Posts Overview
Registration Date
21 Oct 2026 –
05 Nov 2026
Exam Date
29 Nov 2026
Salary
Level 1 to Level 5 (Rs. 18,000 – 92,300)
Vacancies
217
Eligibility
Class X, Class XII, Diploma, ANM, DMLT, D.Pharm
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- ANM: 61
- Dental Technician: 23
- Health Assistant Jr: 16
- ECG Technician: 11
- Laboratory Technician: 7
- Pharmacist: 1
- Constable MT Driver (IRBn): 31
- Constable MT Driver (Civil Police): 24
- Head Constable Driver: 18
- Driver LMV: 14
- Driver HMV: 9
- Field Publicity Assistant: 1
- Publicity Assistant: 1
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal at apssb.nic.in.
- Register using a valid photo identity document such as Aadhaar or Voter ID.
- Fill in personal and educational details, ensuring the information matches your certificates.
- Select your preferred posts and departments in the order of priority.
- Upload a recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant educational/technical certificates.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 150 online.
- Review all entries carefully before final submission, as no edits are allowed after the deadline.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Cutoff Marks
Minimum 33% in each paper separately.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 150 for all candidates, payable online. Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempt from the fee.
Age Limit
18–35 years (varies by post)
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a multi-stage approach. The primary stage is an objective written examination worth 200 marks, which is mandatory for all candidates. Following the written test, specific posts require qualifying stages including a Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET), driving tests, competency tests for medical roles, and medical fitness examinations. These subsequent stages are qualifying in nature and do not contribute to the final merit list, which is determined solely by the written examination scores.
Exam Pattern
The written examination consists of two papers. The Common Paper covers General Questions, Intelligence and Reasoning, Arithmetical Ability, and English Language (40 questions, 100 marks). The Technical Paper is post-specific (50 questions, 100 marks). There is no negative marking, and candidates must secure at least 33% in each paper to qualify.
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Organization
The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) is the primary government body responsible for conducting recruitment examinations for various Group C and other posts under the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. Headquartered in Itanagar, the board ensures a fair and transparent selection process for state government positions. It plays a pivotal role in maintaining the standards of recruitment and providing employment opportunities to eligible candidates across the state through competitive examinations and proficiency tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Under the Uniform Eligibility Criterion applied to all vacancies, every candidate must hold an APST certificate and a Permanent Residence Certificate of Arunachal Pradesh and speak an indigenous tribal language of the State. The UR vacancies are the unreserved share within that pool.
No, there is no negative marking in the APSSB Group C examination. Candidates must score at least 33% in the Common Paper and 33% in the Technical Paper separately to qualify. There is no sectional cut-off within the Common Paper.
The application fee is Rs. 150, which must be paid online and is non-refundable. However, Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempt from paying the application fee.
Yes, you can indicate preferences for all posts and departments you are eligible for in the application form. The order of preference is final and cannot be changed later. The merit list is drawn based on the preference order you provide.
The examination is scheduled to be held in the Itanagar Capital Region, tentatively on Sunday, 29 November 2026. The Board does not entertain requests for changes to the exam date, time, or centre.
The final merit list is decided solely on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination. The physical, driving, competency, and medical stages are qualifying in nature and do not add any marks to the final score.
The ANM competency test is a practical assessment consisting of four stations: vital signs, maternal and child health, infection control protocol, and basic midwifery procedure. Each station is worth 10 marks, and candidates must score 7 marks per station to qualify. Candidates are called in a 1:3 ratio.
The online application window closes on 5 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. It is highly recommended to submit your application well before the deadline to avoid any potential server issues on the official website.
