Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) has released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the Common Recruitment Examination for Group-A & Group-B Gazetted (Technical) Posts 2026. A total of 155 vacancies are available for Agriculture Development Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Veterinary Officer, Assistant Director (Sericulture) and Dairy Development Officer.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 10 September 2026 (5:00 PM) to 30 September 2026 (5:00 PM) through the official APPSC website.
Important: Only eligible candidates who meet the Arunachal Pradesh PRC, APST Certificate and Indigenous Tribal Language proficiency requirements can apply.
APPSC Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | Arunachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Posts | 155 |
| Post Names | ADO, HDO, Veterinary Officer, Assistant Director & Dairy Development Officer |
| Age Limit | 21 to 35 Years |
| Qualification | Relevant Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary, Sericulture or Dairy Technology Degree |
| Application Fee | ₹200 |
| PwBD Fee | Exempted |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹35,400 to ₹1,77,500 |
| Experience | Generally not mandatory |
| Eligibility | PRC + APST Certificate + Indigenous Tribal Language proficiency |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Viva-Voce |
| Job Location | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Exam Centre | Itanagar Capital Region |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
| Agriculture Development Officer | B.Sc. Agriculture |
| Horticulture Development Officer | B.Sc. Horticulture |
| Veterinary Officer | BVSc & AH + Required Registration |
| Assistant Director (Sericulture) | Science Degree + PG Diploma in Sericulture |
| Dairy Development Officer | B.Tech/B.Sc. in Dairy Technology or relevant qualification |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age relaxation: As per Arunachal Pradesh Government rules.
Important Eligibility
Candidates must have:
- Valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC)
- Valid APST Certificate
- Knowledge/proficiency in an Indigenous Tribal Language of Arunachal Pradesh
Experience Important
Experience is generally not mandatory for these posts. Fresh eligible graduates with the required qualification can apply. However, candidates must carefully check post-specific eligibility in the official notification.
APPSC Group A & Group B Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Agriculture Development Officer | 42 |
| Horticulture Development Officer | 45 |
| Veterinary Officer | 66 |
| Assistant Director (Sericulture) | 1 |
| Dairy Development Officer | 1 |
| Total | 155 |
Salary Details
- Group-A Posts: Level 10 – ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500
- Dairy Development Officer: Level 6 – ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Recruitment Test (if required)
- Written Examination
- Interview/Viva-Voce
- Document Verification
How to Apply for APPSC Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official APPSC recruitment website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if required.
- Log in and select the Group A & Group B Recruitment 2026 application.
- Enter personal, educational and eligibility details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the ₹200 application fee online.
- Review the application carefully.
- Submit the application before 30 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | <a href=”https://appsc.gov.in/Index/institute_home/ins/RECINS001” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>Click Here to Apply Online for APPSC Recruitment 2026</a> |
| Official Notification PDF | https://appsc.gov.in/upload/RECINS001/group_a_b_advertisement_2026_20260901_193712.pdf |
| Official Website | https://appsc.gov.in/Index/institute_home/ins/RECINS001 |
Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the official notification PDF before applying. Check your PRC, APST Certificate, qualification, age limit and other eligibility conditions carefully.
FAQs – APPSC Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in APPSC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 155 vacancies are available.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 30 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the age limit?
Candidates should be between 21 and 35 years.
Q4. Is experience required?
Generally, no experience is mandatory. Fresh eligible candidates can apply.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹200, while eligible PwBD candidates are exempted.
Q6. What is the job location?
Selected candidates will work under various Government of Arunachal Pradesh departments.