The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement for the recruitment of Research Assistant under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. Eligible Indian citizens who are permanent residents of Assam can submit their applications through the APSC Online Recruitment Portal.
As per the official advertisement, 1 vacancy is available for the post of Research Assistant. The selected candidate will receive a salary in the pay scale of Rs. 22,000/- to Rs. 97,000/- per month with Grade Pay of Rs. 9,400/- under Pay Band-3, along with other allowances admissible under Assam Government rules.
Last Date to Apply: 10 September 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: 12 September 2026
Name of Post: Research Assistant
Number of Posts: 01
Salary:
The selected candidate will receive the following pay:
Pay Scale: Rs. 22,000/- to Rs. 97,000/- per month
Grade Pay: Rs. 9,400/-
Pay Band: Pay Band-3
In addition to the prescribed pay, other allowances will be admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time as per applicable rules.
Educational Qualification:
(i) Candidates must possess at least a 2nd Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce from a recognized University.
(ii) Applicants are required to upload the relevant mark sheets of all semesters/years showing the subjects studied along with the final pass certificate.
Preferable Experience/Qualification:
The advertisement mentions the following preferable qualifications/experience:
1. Diploma in Computer Application.
2. Experience in dealing with subjects of Labour Laws in a Government Department/Organization.
3. Degree or Diploma in Labour Laws/Social Work.
Candidates possessing relevant educational qualifications should upload the required mark sheets and final pass certificate.
Age Limit:
The candidate's age must be:
Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 38 years
The age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026.
Age Relaxation:
The upper age limit is relaxable as follows:
SC/ST: 5 years, up to 43 years.
OBC/MOBC: 3 years, up to 41 years.
PwBD: 10 years irrespective of SC/ST/OBC/Unreserved category.
The age will be determined on the basis of the Class-X/Class-XII Examination Admit Card, Pass Certificate or Marksheet issued by a recognized Central/State Board or Council where the date of birth is clearly mentioned.
PwBD Candidates:
(i) Candidates claiming eligibility under the PwBD category must possess a Benchmark Disability of 40% or more and must produce the required certificate issued by the competent authority.
(ii) However, the advertisement specifically states that there is no post reserved for PwBD candidates for this recruitment. Therefore, eligible PwBD candidates will have to compete with other candidates without PwBD reservation.
Small Family Norms: Candidates are required to submit a declaration regarding the Small Family Norms in Form-A while applying for the post, as prescribed under the relevant Government notification.
Important Dates
The online application schedule is as follows:
Online Application Starting Date: 11 August 2026
Online Application Closing Date: 10 September 2026
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee: 12 September 2026
Application Fee:
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee along with the CSC-SPV processing fee.
General: Rs. 250 + Rs. 47.20 processing fee = Rs. 297.20
OBC/MOBC: Rs. 150 + Rs. 47.20 processing fee = Rs. 197.20
SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: Nil application fee + Rs. 47.20 processing fee = Rs. 47.20
Candidates claiming fee relaxation under SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/BPL categories must produce the required certificate issued by the competent authority. The application will not be considered without the prescribed fee, where applicable.
How to Apply for APSC Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications online only through the APSC Recruitment Portal.
Candidates who have not previously registered on the APSC Online Recruitment Portal must first complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process.
Step-by-step application process:
1. Visit the APSC Online Recruitment Portal: Click Here
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
3. Use a valid and active email address and mobile number.
4. Log in using the registered email/mobile number and password.
5. Enter all required registration and application details.
6. Carefully read the eligibility criteria and other instructions before applying.
7. Upload the required certificates and documents in PDF format.
8. Documents should be legible and the file size should not exceed 4 MB.
9. Scanning at 200 dpi in greyscale is recommended.
10. Upload a recent photograph of 50 KB–200 KB, not older than three months.
11. Upload a signature of 50 KB–200 KB.
12. Carefully check all information and uploaded documents using the Preview option.
13. Submit the application form.
14. Pay the applicable application fee and processing charges.
15. After successful submission and payment, retain the confirmation details.
16. Take a printout of the submitted application form and keep it safely for future reference.
No editing will be allowed after final submission, so candidates should verify all information and documents before submitting the application.
Important Documents to Upload:
Candidates should keep the necessary documents ready before submitting the online application, including:
• Age proof/Class-X or Class-XII certificate/marksheet
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
• Caste certificate, wherever applicable
• PwBD certificate, wherever applicable
• BPL certificate, wherever applicable
• Experience certificate, wherever necessary
• Small Family Norms Declaration Form-A
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Documents supporting any other claim made in the application
Examination Zones:
Depending on the number of candidates, APSC may conduct examinations/tests zone-wise. The advertisement lists the following zones:
Silchar Zone: Hailakandi, Sribhumi and Cachar
Jorhat Zone: Golaghat, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar and Tinsukia
Nagaon Zone: Dima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon, Morigaon, Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong
Tezpur Zone: Biswanath, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur and Udalguri
Kokrajhar Zone: Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kokrajhar and South Salmara
Guwahati Zone: Barpeta, Baksa, Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), Nalbari, Darrang, Bajali and Tamulpur.
APSC reserves the discretion to reduce or increase the number of zones depending on the number of candidates.
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📍 Important Note
This job is for people from Assam and India.
If you are from, outside India please do not apply because they will not accept your application.
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