APSSB CGLE 2026 notification has been officially released by the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board, Itanagar for 122 vacancies across three posts — Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III), Librarian, and Upper Division Clerk (UDC). Eligible candidates can apply online from 24 March 2026 to 16 April 2026 through the official website apssb.nic.in.
APSSB CGLE 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 122 Vacancies | Combined Graduate Level Exam
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB), Itanagar |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Notification No. | APSSB-13/5/2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined Graduate Level Examination (CGLE) 2026 |
| Post Names | Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III), Librarian, Upper Division Clerk (UDC) |
| Total Vacancies | 122 |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Location | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Apply Start Date | 24 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 April 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Written Exam Date | 31 May 2026 (Sunday) – Tentative |
| Official Website | apssb.nic.in |
This is a well-known state government recruitment opportunity for graduate-level candidates in Arunachal Pradesh. The APSSB CGLE 2026 covers Gr-C posts across multiple departments and offices of the State Government. This is a purely merit-based selection — no interviews — making it a fair and transparent opportunity for job seekers looking for sarkari naukri 2026 in the Northeast region.
APSSB CGLE 2026 Vacancy Details – Post-Wise and Category-Wise Breakdown
| Post Code | Post Name | APST | UR | PwD | Ex-SM | Total |
| 12/26 | Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) | 29 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 30 (approx.) |
| 13/26 | Librarian | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 14/26 | Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 94 | 28 | 7 | 1 | 122 (total) |
| Grand Total | – | – | – | – | 122 | |
Note: The total number of vacancies may vary. All vacancies are provisional and subject to increase or decrease. APST stands for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe, UR stands for Unreserved, PwD stands for Person with Disability, and Ex-SM stands for Ex-Serviceman.
UDC Post (14/26) – Department-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Department / Office | Total Vacancies |
| Public Health Engineering and Water Supply | 22 |
| Women and Child Development | 11 |
| Horticulture | 9 |
| Health Services, Department of Health and Family Welfare | 5 |
| PHQ | 5 |
| Hydropower | 5 |
| Food and Civil Supplies | 3 |
| Election | 3 |
| Public Works Department | 3 |
| TRIHMS | 2 |
| DC Bichom | 2 |
| DC Tawang | 2 |
| DC Upper Subansiri | 2 |
| Accounts and Treasuries | 4 |
| Audit and Pension | 1 |
| Civil Aviation | 1 |
| Disaster Management | 1 |
| Higher and Technical Education | 1 |
| Land Management | 1 |
| Rural Development | 1 |
| Skill Development and Entrepreneurship | 1 |
| DC Changlang | 1 |
| DC Lohit | 1 |
| DC Lower Dibang Valley | 1 |
| DC Namsai | 1 |
| DC Siang | 1 |
Candidates must clearly indicate their preferred post and Department/Office while filling the online application. Preference once submitted will be treated as final and cannot be changed at any later stage. The merit list is prepared as per the order of preference indicated by the candidate.
Eligibility Criteria – APSSB CGLE 2026 Education Qualification
Post Code 12/26 – Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III):
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Diploma in Stenography from a recognized institution. (Only candidates holding a Diploma in Stenography are eligible for this post.)
Post Code 13/26 – Librarian:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a Degree or Diploma in Library Science.
Post Code 14/26 – Upper Division Clerk (UDC):
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum 6-month Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized Board/Institution duly recognized by the Arunachal Pradesh Council for Technical Education/AICTE.
Important: The candidate must be a citizen of India. Educational qualification, age, and experience will be determined as on the closing date of application i.e. 16 April 2026.
Age Limit – APSSB Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026
Minimum Age: 18 Years | Maximum Age: 35 Years (as on closing date of application — 16 April 2026)
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe) | Up to 5 years upper age relaxation |
| PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) | Up to 10 years (15 years for APST candidates) |
Age relaxation is applicable as per instructions/orders issued by the Government of Arunachal Pradesh from time to time.
Salary / Pay Scale Details – APSSB CGLE Posts 2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Pay Scale |
| 12/26 | Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month |
| 13/26 | Librarian | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month |
| 14/26 | Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month |
All three posts carry the same Level-5 pay matrix. Additional allowances and benefits are applicable as per Arunachal Pradesh Government rules in force.
Application Fee – APSSB CGLE 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| APST Candidates | ₹150/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Unreserved (UR) Candidates | ₹200/- (Non-Refundable) |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Exempt (No Fee) |
Payment must be made online only. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Selection Process – APSSB CGLE 2026 Exam Pattern
For Post Code 12/26 – Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III): Two Stages
- Stage 1 – Stenography Proficiency Test (Qualifying): Dictation at 80 wpm for 5 minutes, followed by transcription in 45 minutes on a computer. This is a qualifying test only — marks from Stage 1 are not included in the final merit list. An 8% permissible error is allowed for general candidates and 10% for APST candidates.
- Stage 2 – Written Examination: Only those who qualify Stage 1 are eligible. Final merit list is based on Stage 2 marks only.
For Post Codes 13/26 (Librarian) and 14/26 (UDC): Single Stage
- Only Stage 2 — Written Examination (Objective Type MCQs).
APSSB CGLE 2026 Exam Pattern – Written Examination Details
| Subject | Marks | No. of Questions |
| General Awareness | 50 Marks | 25 Questions (2 marks each) |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 50 Marks | 25 Questions (2 marks each) |
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 50 Marks | 25 Questions (2 marks each) |
| Test of English Language & Comprehension | 50 Marks | 25 Questions (2 marks each) |
| Total | 200 Marks | 100 Questions |
| Duration: 2 Hours | Mode: Objective Type MCQs | ||
Important Exam Rules:
- Candidates must secure a minimum of 33% aggregate marks in the Written Examination to be eligible for selection.
- Candidates scoring below 33% will be deemed not eligible for selection.
- There is no sectional (subject-wise) cut-off marks.
- There is no negative marking in the written examination.
Important Dates – APSSB CGLE 2026 Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 09 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 April 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Stenography Proficiency Test (Post Code 12/26) | 4th Week of April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Written Examination Date | 31 May 2026 – Sunday (Tentative) |
Exam Centres – APSSB CGLE 2026
Candidates must choose 3 (three) exam centres in order of priority. No request for change of centre will be entertained at any later stage. The available exam centres are: Tawang, Bomdila, Seppa, Itanagar Capital Region (ICR), Papum Pare, Ziro, Aalo, Pasighat, Tezu, Namsai, Changlang, and Khonsa.
How to Apply Online for APSSB CGLE 2026 – Step by Step Guide
- Visit the official APSSB website: www.apssb.nic.in
- Click on the online application link for Advertisement No. 03/2026 – CGLE 2026
- Register using a valid personal email ID and mobile number — keep both active throughout the recruitment process
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and category details carefully
- Upload scanned signature (10–50 KB, jpg/jpeg/png format) and recent passport-size photograph (50–100 KB, jpg/jpeg/png format)
- Candidates applying for Post Code 12/26 (PA/Stenographer) must additionally upload their Diploma Certificate in Stenography (50–100 KB, jpg/jpeg/png format)
- Mark your preferred post and department/office order carefully — preference once submitted is final
- Pay the application fee online (₹150 for APST, ₹200 for UR; PwD candidates are exempt)
- Submit the form before 16 April 2026, 3:00 PM and take a printout for future reference
Note: Applications received through any mode other than online will be summarily rejected. Incomplete applications, applications with wrong/irrelevant information, or those filled with junk characters will also be rejected.
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Important Links – APSSB CGLE 2026 Notification & Apply Online
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Website | apssb.nic.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
FAQs – APSSB CGLE 2026 Combined Graduate Level Examination
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSSB CGLE 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for APSSB Combined Graduate Level Examination 2026 is 16 April 2026 by 3:00 PM. After this, the application link will be permanently disabled. Candidates are strongly advised not to wait until the last day, as server load during peak time can cause technical issues. Submitting 3 to 4 days before the deadline is always a safer practice.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in APSSB CGLE 2026, and for which posts?
A total of 122 vacancies have been announced under three posts — Personal Assistant / Stenographer Gr-III (Post Code 12/26), Librarian (Post Code 13/26), and Upper Division Clerk or UDC (Post Code 14/26). The maximum number of vacancies are for the UDC post, spread across multiple government departments and district collector offices in Arunachal Pradesh. The total vacancy count may increase or decrease as per departmental requirements.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for UDC post in APSSB CGLE 2026?
To apply for the Upper Division Clerk (UDC) post under Post Code 14/26, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Additionally, they must possess a minimum 6-month Diploma in Computer Application from a Board/Institution recognized by the Arunachal Pradesh Council for Technical Education or AICTE. Both qualifications are mandatory — having only a graduation degree without the computer diploma will make the candidate ineligible.
Q4. Is there any negative marking in the APSSB CGLE 2026 Written Examination?
No, there is absolutely no negative marking in the APSSB CGLE 2026 Written Examination. The exam is objective type MCQ-based, consisting of 100 questions carrying 200 marks in total (2 marks per question). The duration is 2 hours. However, candidates must secure a minimum of 33% aggregate marks to be eligible for selection. There is also no section-wise cut-off, meaning only the overall aggregate matters.
Q5. What is the salary for posts under APSSB CGLE 2026?
All three posts — Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III), Librarian, and Upper Division Clerk — fall under Pay Matrix Level-5 with a pay range of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month. This is a Gr-C state government post, and additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and other benefits are payable as per Arunachal Pradesh Government rules applicable from time to time.
Q6. What is the selection process for Personal Assistant (Stenographer Gr-III) post?
The selection for Post Code 12/26 involves two stages. Stage 1 is a Stenography Proficiency Test where candidates must take dictation at 80 words per minute for 5 minutes and then transcribe the passage in 45 minutes on a computer. This stage is qualifying in nature only. Only those who clear Stage 1 can appear for Stage 2, which is the Written Examination. The final merit list is prepared entirely on the basis of Stage 2 marks — Stage 1 marks are not counted.
Q7. Can candidates from outside Arunachal Pradesh apply for APSSB CGLE 2026?
Yes, any Indian citizen who meets the eligibility conditions can apply for APSSB CGLE 2026. However, candidates belonging to APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe) category enjoy age relaxation of up to 5 years, and only Gujarat State caste certificates are not applicable here — APST and PRC (Permanent Resident Certificate) of Arunachal Pradesh are specifically recognized. General/UR candidates can also apply but will not receive the category-based age relaxation benefit.
Q8. What documents are required at the time of Document Verification for APSSB CGLE 2026?
Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents along with photocopies at the time of document verification. These include recent passport-size photograph, Matriculation certificate for date of birth proof, Graduation certificate and marksheet, Stenography Diploma (for Post Code 12/26 only), Computer Diploma (for Post Code 14/26 only), APST certificate if applicable, Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) if applicable, PwD certificate if applicable, and Admit Card along with online application printout. Candidates in government service must produce an intimation letter to their Head of Department. Failure to produce original documents will lead to outright cancellation of candidature.
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