The Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A & Group-B, Gazetted (Technical) Posts-2026 (Part-II), inviting online applications for 37 posts across the Finance and Home Departments. This APPSC Group A & B Recruitment 2026 is open only to citizens of India who are Permanent Residents of Arunachal Pradesh and hold indigenous Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) status.
Quick answers: APPSC is recruiting for 37 posts across 4 positions - Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer, Sub-Treasury Officer, Assistant Director (Prosecution), and Assistant Public Prosecutor. Only Permanent Residents of Arunachal Pradesh holding APST status and proficiency in an indigenous tribal language can apply. Online applications open on 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM) and close on 12 October 2026 (5:00 PM). The application mode is fully online via appsc.gov.in, and the written examination/recruitment test will be held in the Itanagar Capital Region.
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 06/2026 (No. PSC-R(B)/04/2025) |
| Notification Date | 09/09/2026 |
| Exam Name | Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A & Group-B, Gazetted (Technical) Posts-2026 (Part-II) |
| Total Vacancies | 37 (1 post reserved for PwBD) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via One Time Registration/OTR) |
| Application Start Date | 21/09/2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 12/10/2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Exam Centre | Itanagar Capital Region |
| Official Website | appsc.gov.in |
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APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 09/09/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21/09/2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Online Application Last Date | 12/10/2026 (5:00 PM) |
APPSC Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details
There are 37 total vacancies across 4 posts. The number of vacancies is based on the Proforma of Requisition submitted by the concerned departments and may change.
| S. No. | Post | Department | Grade & Pay Scale | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer | Finance | Group-A, Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500 PM) | 7 |
| 2 | Sub-Treasury Officer | Finance | Group-B, Level 7 (₹44,900–1,42,400 PM) | 7 |
| 3 | Assistant Director (Prosecution) | Home | Group-A, Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500 PM) plus Special Pay of ₹1,000 PM | 5 |
| 4 | Assistant Public Prosecutor | Home | Group-B, Level-8 (₹47,600–1,51,100 PM) | 18 |
| Total | 37 (1 PwBD reserved post) | |||
Out of the 7 Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer posts, 1 is reserved for PwBD candidates under the Deaf & Hard of Hearing/Partially Deaf category. This vacancy count also excludes 2 Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer posts covered under a pending writ petition, WP(C) No. 549/2025.
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
APPSC Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification & Eligibility Condition |
|---|---|
| Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Commerce/Business Administration/Economics, OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with Statistics or Mathematics as one of the subjects (studied as a compulsory subject in all semesters/years) from a recognized University |
| Sub-Treasury Officer | Bachelor's Degree in Commerce/Business Administration, OR Bachelor's Degree in any discipline with Economics and Statistics as subjects (Statistics or Economics studied as a compulsory subject in all semesters/years) from a recognized University |
| Assistant Director (Prosecution) | Bachelor of Law from a recognized University with a minimum of 7 years of active practice as an advocate in criminal courts, OR experience as a Magistrate of the First Class |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | Bachelor of Law from a recognized University with a minimum of 7 years of experience in criminal law practice |
Candidates appearing in the final semester examination of the qualifying course for Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer or Sub-Treasury Officer may also apply, but must submit proof of having passed the qualifying exam in original on or before the date of interview fixed by the Commission, failing which they will not be allowed to appear in the interview. For Assistant Director (Prosecution) and Assistant Public Prosecutor, applicants must mandatorily submit their 7-year experience certificate (or the Magistrate's appointment order, as applicable) while filling the online application, failing which their candidature will be rejected.
Mandatory Eligibility Criteria (All Posts)
- Permanent Residence: Must be a citizen of India and an inhabitant of Arunachal Pradesh holding a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)
- Indigenous Status: Must be an original inhabitant of Arunachal Pradesh and hold an Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) Certificate
- Indigenous Tribal Language Proficiency: Must be able to speak an Indigenous Tribal Language of Arunachal Pradesh and possess working knowledge of the local indigenous tribes
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Candidates must be not less than 21 years and not more than 35 years of age as on the last date of receipt of the online application form, i.e., 12 October 2026.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) | Up to 5 years |
| APST PwBD candidates | Up to 15 years |
| Regular State Government employees | As per Government rules and regulations in force |
The date of birth accepted will be as per the Matriculation Certificate issued by a recognized Board; no other documents relating to age (horoscope, affidavits, etc.) will be accepted.
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Finance & Accounts Officer / Treasury Officer | Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500 per month |
| Sub-Treasury Officer | Level 7, ₹44,900–1,42,400 per month |
| Assistant Director (Prosecution) | Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500 per month, plus Special Pay of ₹1,000 per month |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | Level-8, ₹47,600–1,51,100 per month |
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay a fee of ₹200/- through online mode only. PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of the application fee as per Section 19 of the Arunachal Pradesh Rights of Persons with Disabilities Rules, 2018.
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Eligible candidates appear in a Written Examination as per the notified Scheme of Examination.
| Subject/Paper | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| General English and General Studies (Objective) | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-I (Descriptive) | 150 |
| Concerned Subject Paper-II (Descriptive) | 150 |
| Viva-Voce | 50 |
| Total | 500 |
The Concerned Subject for Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer and Sub-Treasury Officer is any one of Commerce, Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics (Paper-I and Paper-II). For Assistant Director (Prosecution) and Assistant Public Prosecutor, Paper-I covers Core Criminal Laws and Paper-II covers Constitutional Law and Other Special Legislations.
To qualify for the viva-voce, a candidate must score an aggregate of 33% of total marks in the written examination, with at least 20% in each paper/subject. PwBD candidates must score an aggregate of 20%, with at least 10% in each paper/subject. Around 3 times the number of advertised vacancies are called for interview.
Recruitment Test (Objective Type) - If Applicant Numbers Exceed the Requisite Ratio
| Post(s) | Subject/Paper | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Finance & Accounts Officer/Treasury Officer, Sub-Treasury Officer | Commercial Mathematics and General Awareness & Current Affairs | 200 |
| Assistant Director (Prosecution), Assistant Public Prosecutor | Concerned Subject | 200 |
This Recruitment Test serves only as a Screening Test - marks obtained in it are not counted toward the final merit. Of the qualified candidates, 12 times the number of advertised posts (or as decided by the Commission) are admitted to the Written Examination.
How to Apply for APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026
- Register for One Time Registration (OTR) on the APPSC website, if not already registered
- Already-registered candidates can directly log in using their existing User ID and password
- Apply online at appsc.gov.in between 21 September 2026 (5:00 PM) and 12 October 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Carefully fill in the requisite details and upload the required scanned documents (signature, photograph, photo ID, APST Certificate, PRC, Bachelor's Degree certificate, all-semester mark-sheets, and relevant experience certificates)
- Submit only a single application - if multiple applications are submitted due to unavoidable circumstances, only the one with the highest Registration ID (RID) will be accepted, and fees paid against other RIDs will not be adjusted
- Carefully review the Disclaimer in the online application form before final submission, as no additional time will be given for further changes after submission
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Admission at all stages of examination (Recruitment Test, Written Examination, or Viva-Voce) is purely provisional; any information found wrong at any stage leads to cancellation of candidature
- Candidates are solely responsible for proving their eligibility with respect to the advertised qualification criteria
- If found ineligible during verification prior to interview, a candidate will not be allowed to appear in the interview even if an admit card has been issued
- PwBD candidates in the Blindness, Locomotor disability (Both Arms affected), and Cerebral Palsy categories can avail the Scribe facility; other PwBD categories must submit a certificate of physical limitation from a Chief Medical Officer/Civil Surgeon/Medical Superintendent
- PwBD candidates must submit a disability certificate issued by an authorized medical board as per Section 57 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, issued before the last date of application (12 October 2026)
- Government employees seeking age relaxation must submit their Appointment Order as proof of 3 years of continuous regular service, along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their Head of Department
- Eligible candidates must produce all required documents in original at the time of document verification, failing which they will not be allowed to appear in the interview/viva-voce
- The candidature of a candidate at any stage is provisional and subject to the outcome of any Court of Law direction/decision/order
- The decision of the Commission regarding eligibility, admission, or selection is final, and no correspondence or personal enquiry will be entertained
APPSC Group A B Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Candidates holding a Bachelor of Law degree can also explore more Law Government Jobs and Legal & Prosecution Government Jobs available across India. Candidates looking for more opportunities in the state can also explore the latest Arunachal Pradesh Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings closer to the state capital can check Itanagar Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a degree in Commerce or Economics can also browse more Finance Officer Government Jobs and APPSC Recruitment Jobs matching their qualification.