Apply Now – APSC Recruitment – Water Resources Department 2025: 212 AE & JE Vacancies

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About the Post

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) invites applications from Indian citizens, as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India, for the following posts under the Government of Assam. The selected candidates will be offered a salary in the respective scale of pay, along with the usual allowances admissible under the Rules of the Government of Assam.

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Vacancy Details

Details	Information
Post	Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Department	Water Resources Department, Government of Assam
Advertisement No.	38 PSC/DR-34/21/2022-23
Total Number of Posts	45 (Forty-Five)
Reservation	Reserved as per Government norms, including for PwBD and Women (RFW) categories

Note: Candidates applying under the Ex-Servicemen category must upload a valid Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Welfare Office, Assam, along with their Discharge Book as proof of eligibility.

Name of the Service/Post	Open Category	Reserved for OBC/MOBC	Reserved for SC	Reserved for STP	Reserved for STH	Grand Total	Post Reserved for PwBD & Type of Disability	Ex-Servicemen	Total RFW (Reserved for Women)
Assistant Engineer (Civil) under Water Resources Department	5	2	24	7	7	45	Blindness & LV = 2, Deaf & HL = 2, Locomotor Disability = 1, Autism = 1	10	6

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Pay Scale

Component	Details
Pay Band	₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000
Grade Pay	₹12,700
Pay Scale	Pay Band – 4
Additional Allowances	As admissible under Govt. of Assam rules

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Eligibility Criteria

Nationality & Domicile

• Must be an Indian citizen as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
• Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• Required documents (to be uploaded):
  • Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes
  • OR valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized Indian/Foreign university
  OR
• Passed AMIE (India) in Civil Engineering (Part A & B) provided enrollment was done on or before 31/05/2013
• Degree must be from a regular course; degrees obtained via distance mode will not be accepted.
• All semester/year mark sheets and final pass certificate must be uploaded.

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Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)

Details	Information
Minimum Age	21 years
Maximum Age	38 years

Age Relaxation:

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years (up to 43 years)
OBC/MOBC	3 years (up to 41 years)
Ex-Servicemen (UR)	Up to 50 years; additional relaxation for reserved categories
PwBD	10 years across all categories

Note: Age will be determined based on HSLC/HS Examination Admit Card, Pass Certificate, or Marksheet. No other document will be accepted for age proof.

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Special Provisions

For PwBD Candidates

• Must possess a valid Benchmark Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority.
  (Upload necessary documents)

For Government Employees

• Must upload a service certificate issued by the competent authority as proof of current employment.
• Those seeking pay protection or continuation must also upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the same authority.

Small Family Norms Declaration

• As per Government Notification No. ABP.69/2019/17 dated 06-11-2019, candidates must upload Form-A declaring compliance with the small family norms.

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Important Dates

Event	Date
Start of Online Application	15 April 2025
Last Date for Online Application	14 May 2025
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee	16 May 2025

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Application Fee & Processing Charges

Under the Digital India initiative by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has launched an online recruitment portal in collaboration with CSC-SPV, a MeitY-approved agency. A processing fee of ₹40 + 18% GST = ₹47.20 is applicable for all applicants.

Category-wise Application Fee Structure:

Category	Application Fee (₹)	Processing Fee (₹)	GST @18% (₹)	Total Payable (₹)
General	250	40	7.20	297.20
OBC/MOBC	150	40	7.20	197.20
SC/ST/BPL/PwBD	NIL	40	7.20	47.20

Important Notes:

• To avail fee relaxation (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC/BPL), candidates must upload valid certificates issued by competent authorities.
• Applications without payment of the prescribed fee will be rejected without consideration.
• Fees once paid are non-refundable and cannot be adjusted for any future recruitment.
• PwBD candidates with at least 40% benchmark disability may apply even for posts not reserved for PwBD, if declared suitable.
  • Reservation and other relaxations are only applicable if the post is reserved or identified as suitable for PwBD.

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How to Apply for Water Resources Department Recruitment?

1. Mode of Application:
   Applications must be submitted online only via the APSC Recruitment Portal: https://apscrecruitment.in.
   No other mode of application will be accepted.
2. Registration Process (OTR):
   • New users must first click ‘Register Here’ on the portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.
   • Fill in basic details, and upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature (50 KB–200 KB, not older than 3 months).
3. Filling the Application Form:
   • Log in using your credentials and complete all sections including personal info, qualifications, experience, and upload required documents (PDF, max 2 MB, scanned at 200 dpi in grayscale).
   • Enter certificate number, issue date, and issuing authority where applicable.
   • Clearly legible marksheets and certificates must reflect the candidate’s name, subject, and degree details.
4. Form Submission:
   • After entering all information, check the declaration box to enable the ‘Preview’ button.
   • Review details carefully before clicking ‘Submit’.
   • Once submitted, proceed to pay the application and processing fees.
   • After successful payment, an auto-generated email will be sent to the registered email ID.
5. Important Points:
   • Edit option is not available after final submission.
   • Application will not be considered unless the fee is paid.
   • In case of double deduction, the bank will auto-refund within 5–7 working days.
   • Only one application per post is allowed. If multiple applications are submitted, only the one with the latest Application Number and completed fee will be considered.
6. Submission via Common Service Centres (CSCs):
   • Applicants without access to internet banking or debit cards may use nearby CSCs for form submission and payment.
7. Helpdesk for Issues:
   • Payment-related issues:
     • GRAS Helpline: 1800-212-11-88-66 (10 AM to 6 PM, weekdays)
     • GRAS Helpdesk: https://assamegras.gov.in/helpdesk/
   • Technical support for application form:
     • Email: [email protected]
     • Phone: 1800-572-23-43 (10 AM to 5 PM, weekdays)
8. Advisory:
   • Submit applications well before the last date to avoid last-minute issues.
   • Print and keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

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Important Instructions for APSC Recruitment Applicants

1. Eligibility Verification:
   Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Admission to any stage of the selection process will be provisional and subject to verification. If, at any point (before or after the screening/written exam/interview), a candidate is found ineligible, their candidature will be canceled.
2. Physical Standards:
   It is the responsibility of the candidate to verify that they meet any physical standard requirements if applicable, especially where a physical test is conducted by the State Government prior to appointment.
3. No Withdrawal:
   Once the application is submitted, requests to withdraw it will not be entertained under any circumstances.
4. No Change of Category:
   The category (caste/sub-caste) selected in the original application form cannot be changed at any stage of the selection process.
5. False Information:
   Providing incorrect or misleading information may lead to disqualification from all future recruitments for a duration specified by the Commission.
6. Misrepresentation:
   Any false declaration will result in rejection of the application and potential legal action. If discovered post-selection, the case may be referred to the Government.
7. ID Proof:
   Valid identity proof (such as PAN Card, Driving License, Passport, Institution ID, Voter ID, or Aadhaar) must be produced during screening, written test, or interview.
8. Eligibility Cut-off Date:
   The eligibility of candidates will be assessed based on the closing date of online application submission, unless mentioned otherwise.
9. Interview Attendance:
   Candidates, if required, must attend the interview/viva-voce at a location specified by the Commission. No travel allowance or expenses will be provided.
10. Medical Fitness:
    Selected candidates must be in good physical and mental health and may be required to undergo a medical examination.
11. Results:
    Final results will be published on the APSC website and/or newspapers. Queries regarding the results or reasons for non-selection will not be entertained.
12. Canvassing:
    Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.

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Documents Required at Interview (Original & Self-attested Copies)

• Admit card/pass certificate/mark sheet of Class 10 or 12 indicating date of birth.
• Certificates and mark sheets of all academic qualifications from HSLC onwards.
• Final or provisional degree/diploma certificate and mark sheets for all academic years.
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC) issued by the Government of Assam.
• BPL certificate (if applicable).
• Declaration Form-A (Small Family Norms), downloadable from APSC website under “Forms & Downloads.”
• Any other documents supporting claims made in the application.

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Important Notes

• The date of birth mentioned in the application is final and must match the Class 10/12 documents. No changes will be allowed later.
• Any false information or tampering with documents will result in rejection and potential legal consequences.
• All necessary documents must be uploaded before final submission of the application. No additional submissions will be accepted afterward.

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Selection Process

• The detailed selection procedure will be announced later via corrigendum/addendum (if required).
• APSC will decide the selection method based on the post’s requirements and the number of applicants.
• The written test/exam may be conducted in zones based on candidate volume.

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Exam Zones

Zone	Covered Districts
Silchar	Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Cachar
Jorhat	Golaghat, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar, Tinsukia
Nagaon	Dima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon, Morigaon, Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong
Tezpur	Biswanath, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur, Udalguri
Kokrajhar	Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kokrajhar, South Salmara
Guwahati	Barpeta, Baksa, Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), Nalbari, Darrang, Bajali, Tamulpur

Note: The number of zones may be increased or reduced at the Commission’s discretion based on applicant volume.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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