The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released the APPSC Notification 2026 for the Group A and B Gazetted (Technical) Posts Common Recruitment Examination. The recruitment drive offers 155 vacancies for technical posts, including Agriculture Development Officer (ADO), Horticulture Development Officer, Veterinary Officer and others. Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 September to 30 September 2026. Check the post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, application dates, exam pattern and other details below.
APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates interested in the APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 can refer to the table below for key details, including the application schedule and recruitment process.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | APPSC Group-A & Group-B Gazetted (Technical) Posts Common Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Total Vacancies | 155 |
| Posts | ADO, HDO, Veterinary Officer, Assistant Director (Sericulture), Dairy Development Officer |
| Application Mode | Online only (via One Time Registration/OTR) |
| Application Start Date | 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Last Date | 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | appsc.gov.in |
APPSC Group A and B Notification 2026 PDF
The APPSC Group A and B Notification 2026 has been released for various Gazetted Technical Posts across different departments. The official notification provides details about vacancies, educational qualifications, age limit, application procedure, examination scheme and eligibility conditions.
Candidates should read the notification carefully before completing the APPSC form fill up 2026 to ensure they meet the prescribed requirements.
APPSC Group A and B Vacancy 2026
The APPSC Vacancy 2026 includes 155 Group A and Group B technical posts under various departments. The Agriculture Development Officer Notification 2026 is part of this common recruitment, along with vacancies for horticulture, veterinary and other technical positions. The post-wise vacancy distribution is provided below.
| Post Name | Department | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture Development Officer | Agriculture | Group-A | 42 |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Horticulture | Group-A | 45 |
| Veterinary Officer | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary | Group-A | 66 |
| Assistant Director (Sericulture) | Textiles & Handicrafts | Group-A | 1 |
| Dairy Development Officer | Animal Husbandry & Veterinary | Group-B | 1 |
| Total | 155 |
APPSC Group A and B Apply Link
The APPSC Group A and B application form is available through the official APPSC website. Candidates can complete the online application from 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM, to 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Applicants must complete their One Time Registration (OTR) before filling out the form. Candidates should enter the required details carefully, upload the prescribed documents and submit the application before the APPSC last date to apply 2026.
How to Apply for APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online for the APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 through the official APPSC website by following the steps given below:
- Visit the official APPSC website www.appsc.gov.in
- Go to the Online Application section.
- Click on the APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Fill out the application form carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Review all the details and submit the application form.
- Download and save the submitted application form for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates must keep the following scanned documents ready while filling out the APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 application form:
- Signature
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Self-attested photo ID proof
- APST Certificate
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate and Marksheets
- PG Diploma in Sericulture, if applicable
- State Veterinary Council Registration Certificate, if applicable
- Matriculation Certificate
APPSC Group A and B Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions to apply for the APPSC Group A and B technical posts. The key requirements are listed below.
- Nationality: The candidate must be an Indian citizen.
- Residence: Candidates must be Permanent Residents of Arunachal Pradesh and possess a valid PRC.
- Tribe: Applicants must belong to an APST community.
- Language: Candidates should be able to speak an Indigenous Tribal Language of Arunachal Pradesh and have working knowledge of the local tribes.
- Age Limit: The candidate must be between 21 and 35 years as on 30 September 2026.
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable to eligible categories as per the APPSC rules, including APST and PwBD candidates.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualifications vary according to the post. Candidates applying under the APPSC ADO Notification 2026 or other technical posts should check the relevant qualification requirements below.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Development Officer (Group-A) | Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from a recognized university |
| Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) | Bachelor of Science in Horticulture from a recognized university |
| Veterinary Officer (Group-A) | Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, with registration in the Arunachal Pradesh State Veterinary Council (mandatory at application or by document verification) |
| Assistant Director – Sericulture (Group-A) | Bachelor’s degree in Science with Post Graduate Diploma in Sericulture from a recognized university/institute |
| Dairy Development Officer (Group-B) | Bachelor of Technology in Dairy Technology or equivalent (B.Sc. in Dairying/Dairy Technology; B.Sc./B.Tech in Food Technology, 4-year degree; B.Sc. Microbial & Food Technology, 4-year degree; B.Tech Bio-Technology) |
| Dairy Development Officer | Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary |
What Is the Selection Process & Exam Pattern?
The APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 selection process will include:
- written examination
- viva-voce
The written exam will carry 450 marks, while the viva-voce will carry 50 marks, making the total 500 marks. The exam scheme is given below:
| Paper | Type | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English & General Studies | Objective | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-I | Descriptive | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-II | Descriptive | 150 |
| Viva-voce | — | 50 |
| Total | 500 |
Candidates must secure at least 33% marks in aggregate, with a minimum of 20% marks in each paper, to qualify as general candidates.
APPSC Group A and B Syllabus 2026
The APPSC Group A and B Syllabus 2026 includes General English, General Studies and post-specific technical subjects. Candidates should check the relevant syllabus for their post before starting preparation.
| Syllabus Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Common Paper | General English and General Studies (Objective) |
| Technical Paper | Post-specific subject syllabus |
| Agriculture Development Officer | Agriculture |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Horticulture |
| Veterinary Officer | Veterinary Science |
| Assistant Director (Sericulture) | Sericulture |
| Dairy Development Officer | Dairy Technology/related prescribed subject |
APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026: Examination Centre
The Written Examination and Screening Test for APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 will be conducted in the Itanagar Capital Region. Candidates should check the official notification and admit card for detailed information regarding the examination centre.
APPSC Group A and B Salary 2026
The APPSC Group A and B Recruitment 2026 offers different pay levels based on the post and group. The post-wise pay scale is given below:
| Post/Group | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Group A (ADO, HDO, VO, Assistant Director – Sericulture) | Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Group B (Dairy Development Officer) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
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