📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has announced a significant recruitment drive through the Combined Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (CLDCE) 2026. This recruitment offers a total of 205 vacancies for the posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Driver.
Interested and eligible departmental candidates must apply online through the official APSSB website. The application process begins on 12th February 2026 and concludes on 25th February 2026 at 03:00 PM. Below are the complete details regarding vacancies, eligibility, and the application procedure.
APSSB CLDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) |
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), Driver |
| No of Posts | 205 |
| Advt No | 02/26 - CLDCE 2026 |
| Salary | Level-4: Rs. 25,500 - 81,100 Per Month |
| Qualification | Class XII pass for LDC/JSA; Class X/ITI for Driver |
| Start Date | 12/02/2026 |
| Last Date | 25/02/2026 (03:00 PM) |
| Official Website | www.apssb.nic.in |
APSSB CLDCE Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 2/26 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 122 |
| 3/26 | Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 14 |
| 4/26 | Driver | 69 |
| Grand Total | — | 205 |
Department-wise Vacancy Distribution
Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Public Health Engineering and Water Supply (31), Education (1), DC Rada Lepa (1), DC Itanagar Capital Region (1), Finance (1), Small Savings (1), Food and Civil Supplies (2), Environment Forest and Climate Change (5), Women and Child Development (4), Urban Development and Housing (5), Health and Family Welfare (2), DC Tirap (3), DC Siang (2), Cultural Affairs (2), Disaster Management (1), DC Changlang (1), DC Lower Dibang Valley (5), DC Tawang (1), Tourism (3), Skill Development (1), DC Upper Subansiri (2), DC Namsai (2), DC Upper Siang (1), Power (5).
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA): Secretariat Administration (14 posts).
Driver: Environment Forest and Climate Change (25), Health and Family Welfare (6), Food and Civil Supplies (12), and various other departments.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Lower Division Clerk (LDC) - Post Code 2/26
- Essential: Class XII pass certificate from a recognized Board or Institution. Typing Speed test of 35 words per minute on computer (10500 KDPH).
- Experience: Must be Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) with 8 years of regular service OR Skilled Contingency Staff with 12 years of continuous service in the concerned Department.
Eligibility for Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) - Post Code 3/26
- Essential: Class XII pass certificate from a recognized Board or Institution. Typing Speed test of 35 words per minute on computer (10500 KDPH).
- Experience: Must be Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) with 8 years of regular service OR Skilled Contingency Staff with 12 years of continuous service in the concerned Department.
Eligibility for Driver - Post Code 4/26
- Essential: Class X/ITI or equivalent pass certificate from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Experience: Contingency skilled driver with 10 years of service OR Handyman with 6 years of regular service in the concerned Department/Office.
General Eligibility & Instructions
- Candidate must be a citizen of India.
- Educational qualification and service length must be met as of the closing date (25-02-2026).
- Candidates must be certified as eligible by their Head of Department (HoD/HoO).
- Application mode is strictly online via www.apssb.nic.in.
- Only the latest application form is considered if multiple forms are submitted.
- Provisional candidature is granted at all stages.
- The examination centre is ITANAGAR.
- No negative marking in the examination.
Selection Process
For LDC & JSA:
- Stage-I (Written Exam): 200 Marks (Objective Type). Includes General Awareness, General Intelligence, Numerical Ability, and English. Minimum 33% aggregate marks required.
- Stage-II (Skill Test): Typing test of 35 WPM (Qualifying nature only).
For Driver:
- Stage-I (Written Exam): 200 Marks. Includes Common Paper (50 marks) and Technical Paper (100 marks). Minimum 33% aggregate in both papers separately.
- Stage-II (Driving Test): Qualifying nature only. Valid Driving License required.
Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted for Stage 2 in a 1:3 ratio. Final merit is based on written exam marks only.
Application Fee
| APST Candidates | Rs. 150 |
| General Candidates | Rs. 200 |
| PwBD Candidates | Nil (Exempt) |
Important Dates
- Start Date: 12/02/2026
- Last Date: 25/02/2026 (03:00 PM)
- Tentative Exam Date: 29/03/2026
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSSB CLDCE Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to submit the online application is 25th February 2026 till 03:00 PM.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for Driver posts?
A: There are 69 vacancies for the Driver post (Post Code 4/26).
Q3. Is there a negative marking in the APSSB CLDCE exam?
A: No, there is no negative marking in the examination.
Q4. What is the age limit for LDC/JSA posts?
A: For MTS candidates, the age limit should not be more than 45 years (50 years for APST). For Skilled Contingency Staff, eligibility is determined by the department.