The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released the official APSC JE Recruitment 2026 notification to fill 53 Junior Engineer (Electrical) positions. These vacancies are available under the Public Works (Building & National Highways) Department, Government of Assam. Candidates aged 18 to 40 years with a 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized institution are eligible to apply online at https://apscrecruitment.in between 11 May 2026 and 10 June 2026.
APSC JE (Electrical) Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Department | Public Works (Building & National Highways) Department, Government of Assam |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 03/2026 (No. 38PSC/DR-6/10/2025-26) |
| Post Name | Junior Engineer (Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 53 Posts |
| Qualification | 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Regular) from an AICTE-recognised institute |
| Application Mode | Online only through the APSC recruitment portal |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Official Website | https://apscrecruitment.in & https://apsc.nic.in |
APSC JE (Electrical) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 05/05/2026 |
| Starting Date for Online Application | 11/05/2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 10/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee | 12/06/2026 |
APSC JE (Electrical) Vacancy 2026
A total of 53 vacancies have been notified for the post of Junior Engineer (Electrical) under the Public Works (Building & National Highways) Department, Assam, with category-wise reservation as per Government rules.
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Open Category | 25 (including 9 reserved for women) |
| OBC / MOBC | 14 (including 5 reserved for women) |
| OBC / MOBC (Tea Tribe & Adivasi Community) | 3 (including 1 reserved for women) |
| SC | 2 |
| ST (P) | 6 (including 2 reserved for women) |
| ST (H) | 3 (including 1 reserved for women) |
| Total | 53 (18 posts reserved for women) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 3 posts (Blindness & Low Vision – 1, Deaf & Hard of Hearing – 1, Locomotor disability – 1) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 2 posts |
APSC JE (Electrical) Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Nationality: Candidate must be an Indian citizen as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India and a permanent resident of Assam.
- As domicile proof, candidates must upload a Permanent Resident Certificate of Assam (for education/employment purposes) or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate issued in Assam.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 3-year Diploma specifically in Electrical Engineering from any institute recognised by AICTE. |
APSC JE (Electrical) Age Limit 2026
The age limit for APSC JE (Electrical) PWD Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 40 years as on 01/01/2026, with upper age relaxations for reserved categories as per Government norms.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 – 40 years (as on 01/01/2026) |
| OBC / MOBC | Relaxation 3 years; up to 43 years |
| SC / ST | Relaxation 5 years; up to 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | Maximum 42 years as on 01/01/2026; further relaxable by 3 years for OBC/MOBC and 5 years for SC/ST |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) | Relaxation 10 years over and above the applicable category limit, irrespective of UR/SC/ST/OBC |
APSC JE (Electrical) Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | 250 + 47.20 processing fee (CSC-SPV) = 297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | 150 + 47.20 processing fee = 197.20 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwBD | NIL application fee + 47.20 processing fee = 47.20 |
APSC JE (Electrical) Pay Scale & Benefits
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | 14,000 – 70,000 per month |
| Grade Pay | 8,700 |
| Pay Band | Pay Band-2 |
| Allowances | Other allowances as admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time |
APSC JE (Electrical) Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination / Screening Test | The selection procedure and detailed scheme of examination will be notified later through a corrigendum/addendum by APSC. |
| Interview / Viva-Voce (if applicable) | Candidates may be required to attend a personal interview/viva-voce at a specified place; travel expenses will not be borne by the Commission. |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents and self-attested copies at the time of the interview as per the intimation letter/admit card. |
Documents to be produced at the interview include HSLC/Class X or XII certificates for DOB, all marksheets and certificates from HSLC onwards, Diploma certificate/mark sheets, caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC), BPL certificate (if applicable), Small Family Norms declaration Form-A, and other claim-supporting documents.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates must ensure that they fulfil all eligibility conditions before applying; admission at all stages of selection will be purely provisional and subject to verification by APSC.
- No change of category/sub-category (caste, etc.) will be allowed after submission of the online application form.
- Suppression of facts, false declarations, or submission of tampered/fabricated documents may lead to rejection of candidature and action as per law, even after recommendation for appointment.
- Candidates must produce valid photo identity proof (PAN Card, Driving Licence, Passport, Institution ID, Voter ID, Aadhaar, etc.) at the time of the written test and interview.
- Date of Birth once declared in the online application will be treated as final; only Class X/XII Board documents will be accepted as age proof.
- Candidates must upload all required documents before final submission; no additional documents will be accepted after final submission of the online application.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate.
- The selection procedure, detailed exam scheme, and any corrigendum/addendum will be notified later on the APSC website; candidates should visit regularly for updates.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit the APSC JE application?
Ans. You must submit your online application by June 10, 2026, to be considered for this recruitment.
Q2. How many Junior Engineer positions are open?
Ans. The Commission has announced a total of 53 vacancies for the Junior Engineer (Electrical) role.
Q3. What are the age requirements for these posts?
Ans. Applicants need to be between 18 and 40 years old, calculated as of January 1, 2026. Age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
Q4. How much do OBC candidates need to pay for the application?
Ans. The total application fee for OBC and MOBC candidates is ₹197.20, which includes the processing charges.
Q5. Do I need an engineering degree to apply?
Ans. No, a degree is not required. You specifically need a 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from an AICTE-recognized institution.
Q6. How will candidates be selected?
Ans. The selection process typically involves a written examination or screening test, followed by an interview and thorough document verification.
Q7. Where do I go to fill out the application form?
Ans. All applications must be submitted directly through the official APSC recruitment portal at https://apscrecruitment.in.
