The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released a notification for the Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A & Group-B, Gazetted (Technical) Posts-2026 (Part-II), inviting online applications for a total of 37 vacancies across the Finance Department and Home Department. This notification, bearing Advertisement No. 06/2026 (No. PSC-R(B)/04/2025) and dated 9th September 2026, covers posts including Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer, Sub-Treasury Officer, Assistant Director (Prosecution), and Assistant Public Prosecutor.
Online applications will open on 21st September 2026 (5:00 PM) and close on 12th October 2026 (5:00 PM). This recruitment is specifically reserved for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) indigenous residents, making it a significant opportunity for eligible local candidates seeking Group-A and Group-B gazetted government positions in Arunachal Pradesh.
APPSC Group A & B Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
- Recruiting Body: Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
- Examination Name: Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A & Group-B, Gazetted (Technical) Posts-2026 (Part-II)
- Advertisement Number: 06/2026 (No. PSC-R(B)/04/2025)
- Notification Date: 9 September 2026
- Total Vacancies: 37 posts (1 post reserved for PwBD candidates)
- Application Mode: Online only, through One Time Registration (OTR)
- Application Start Date: 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Application Last Date: 12 October 2026 (5:00 PM)
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Department | Grade/Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer | Finance | Group-A, Level 10 | 7 |
| Sub-Treasury Officer | Finance | Group-B, Level 7 | 7 |
| Assistant Director (Prosecution) | Home | Group-A, Level 10 | 5 |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | Home | Group-B, Level 8 | 18 |
Note: This recruitment does not carry a separate UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS category-wise breakdown, since eligibility itself is restricted to Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) indigenous residents only, as detailed in the eligibility conditions below. Of the 37 total posts, 1 is reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| APPSC Group A & B Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online (APPSC OTR Portal) | Click Here |
| APPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Mandatory Eligibility Conditions (Applicable to All Posts)
- Must be an Indian citizen and a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh, holding a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)
- Must be an original inhabitant of Arunachal Pradesh holding a valid Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) Certificate
- Must possess the ability to speak an indigenous tribal language, along with working knowledge of local indigenous tribes and customs
Educational Qualification
Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or Economics, OR a Bachelor’s degree with Statistics or Mathematics as a compulsory subject in all semesters/years of study.
Sub-Treasury Officer: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration, OR a Bachelor’s degree with Economics and Statistics as compulsory subjects in all semesters/years of study.
Assistant Director (Prosecution): Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree along with a minimum of 7 years of active criminal court advocacy practice, OR equivalent experience as a Magistrate First Class.
Assistant Public Prosecutor: Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree along with a minimum of 7 years of practice in criminal law.
Age Limit (As on 12.10.2026)
- Basic Age Requirement: 21 to 35 years
- Age Relaxation for APST Candidates: Up to 5 years
- Age Relaxation for APST PwBD Candidates: Up to 15 years
- Regular State Government Employees: Age relaxation as per applicable government regulations
Pay Scale / Salary
| Post | Pay Scale (Monthly) |
|---|---|
| Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer | Level 10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Sub-Treasury Officer | Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Director (Prosecution) | Level 10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500, plus ₹1,000 special pay per month |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | Level 8: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | ₹200 (online payment only) |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted, as per Section 19 of the Arunachal Pradesh Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018 |
Selection Process
The selection process for APPSC Group A & B Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
Preliminary Screening (Recruitment Test) — Conducted Only If Required
- Mode: Objective type
- Total Marks: 200
- Purpose: Screening stage conducted when the number of applicants is very high; approximately 12 times the number of advertised posts are shortlisted to appear for the main written examination
Main Written Examination — Total 500 Marks
| Paper | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English & General Studies | Objective | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-I | Descriptive | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-II | Descriptive | 150 |
| Viva-Voce (Interview) | — | 50 |
Qualifying Criteria for Written Examination:
- General Candidates: Minimum aggregate of 33%, with at least 20% marks required in each individual paper
- PwBD Candidates: Minimum aggregate of 20%, with at least 10% marks required in each individual paper
Approximately 3 times the number of advertised vacancies will be called forward for the Viva-Voce (interview) stage based on performance in the written examination.
How to Apply for APPSC Group A & B Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official APPSC website (appsc.gov.in).
- First-time applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR); returning candidates can log in with their existing OTR credentials.
- Submit the online application form between 21st September 2026 (5:00 PM) and 12th October 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Upload all required scanned documents as specified in the notification.
- Ensure only a single application is submitted; in case of multiple submissions by the same candidate, only the application with the highest Registration ID will be considered valid.
- Review all entered details carefully before final submission, and retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent scanned photograph and signature
- Valid photo identity proof
- Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) Certificate
- Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Mark sheets for all semesters/years of the qualifying degree
- Relevant experience certificate(s), mandatory for candidates applying for the legal posts (Assistant Director Prosecution and Assistant Public Prosecutor)
- Disability certificate, for candidates applying under the PwBD category
About Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC)
The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) is the constitutional body responsible for conducting recruitment examinations for various Group-A and Group-B gazetted posts under the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. APPSC conducts common recruitment examinations covering multiple departments and posts, ensuring merit-based selection for technical and administrative positions across the state, with a strong emphasis on eligibility conditions favouring the state’s indigenous tribal population.
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