Arunachal Pradesh PSC CCE 2026: 135 APCS, APPS, CDPO, Labour Officer, Inspector and ASO Posts
The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission has issued Advertisement No. 5/2026 (No. PSC-R/13/2026, dated 07 September 2026) for the Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Combined Competitive Examination-2026 (APPSCCE-2026). It covers 135 Group A and B posts, including 60 APCS (Entry Grade), 10 APPS (Entry Grade) and 38 Assistant Section Officers. Only permanent residents of Arunachal Pradesh with APST status can apply. Apply on appsc.gov.in from 16/09/2026 (5 PM) to 20/10/2026 (before 5 PM). Prelims: 06/12/2026.
Official Notification PDF: APPSCCE-2026 Advertisement No. 5/2026 (PDF)
Important Dates – APPSC CCE 2026 | |
| Advertisement: | No. 5/2026 (PSC-R/13/2026) dated 07/09/2026 |
| Online application opens: | 16/09/2026 (17:00 hrs) |
| Last date: | 20/10/2026 (before 17:00 hrs) |
| Preliminary exam: | 06/12/2026 (Sunday) |
| Age counted on: | 20/10/2026 |
Application Fee | |
| All candidates: | ₹200 (online) |
| PwD: | Exempted |
| Mains DAF: | No additional fee |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
📺 APPSC CCE 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide
Watch our video guide covering eligibility, important dates, fee, vacancy details, and how to apply online.
Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – appsc.gov.in (OTR) |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | APPSCCE-2026 Advertisement No. 5/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Website: | Arunachal Pradesh PSC Official Website |
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Post-wise Vacancies
| Post | Group | Posts | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh Civil Service (Entry Grade) – APCS (EG) | A | 60 | 2 |
| Arunachal Pradesh Police Service (Entry Grade) – APPS (EG) | A | 10 | – |
| Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) | A | 5 | – |
| District Information & Public Relation Officer (DIPRO) | A | 4 | 1 |
| District Food & Civil Supply Officer | A | 3 | – |
| District Transport Officer | A | 1 | – |
| Labour Officer | B (Gazetted) | 2 | – |
| Station Superintendent | B (Gazetted) | 4 | – |
| Assistant Station Superintendent | B (Gazetted) | 1 | – |
| Field Publicity Officer (Finance) | B (Non-Gazetted) | 1 | – |
| Inspector (Tax, Excise & Narcotics) | B (Non-Gazetted) | 4 | – |
| Inspector (Trade & Commerce) | B (Non-Gazetted) | 2 | – |
| Assistant Section Officer (Secretariat Administration) | B (Non-Gazetted) | 38 | 2 |
| Total | 135 | 5 |
Eligibility
- Education: graduate degree from a UGC-recognised university. Final-year candidates may apply but must show proof of passing at the Mains interview.
- Residence: Indian citizen holding a valid Arunachal Pradesh Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC).
- Indigenous status: Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) certificate.
- Language: able to speak an indigenous tribal language of Arunachal Pradesh, as per Govt. notification dated 26/08/2026.
- APPS candidates must also meet the physical, PET and medical standards in the APPS Rules.
Age Limit (as on 20 October 2026)
21 to 35 years. Relaxation: APST up to 5 years; APST defence personnel disabled in operations up to 8 years; APST PwBD up to 15 years; government servants as per rules.
Selection Process
- Prelims (objective): Paper-I General Studies, 200 marks, 2 hrs (counts for qualifying). Paper-II CSAT, 200 marks, 2 hrs (qualifying, minimum 33%). Negative marking applies.
- About 12 times the vacancies are admitted to Mains.
- Mains: 8 descriptive papers. English (300) is qualifying at 33%. Essay, GS-I to IV and two optional papers total 1,750 marks (33% aggregate and 20% per paper; PwBD 20%/10%).
- Interview: 275 marks, at about a 1:3 ratio.
How to Apply
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on appsc.gov.in (skip if already registered).
- Log in and fill in the APPSCCE-2026 (Preliminary) application.
- Upload signature (40–50 KB JPG), photograph (40–100 KB JPG) and the required certificates.
- Pay ₹200 online and submit before 5 PM on 20/10/2026. Submit only one application; if several are filed, only the highest RID counts.
APPSC CCE 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How many posts are in APPSC CCE 2026?
135 posts, including 60 APCS (EG), 10 APPS (EG) and 38 ASO.
What is the last date?
20 October 2026, before 5 PM.
When is the prelims?
6 December 2026 (Sunday).
Can non-APST candidates apply?
No. Applicants need an Arunachal PRC, APST status and proficiency in an indigenous tribal language.
APPSC CCE 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Official notice first: Read the full official advertisement before you apply. This page is a summary.
- One application: Submit only one application per post unless the notice allows more. Duplicate forms can be rejected.
- Documents: Keep certificates, category proof and photo ID ready. Originals are checked at document verification.
- Last date: Do not wait for the last day. Portals slow down near the closing date.
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