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The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has released the Official Notification for Combined Secondary Level Examination (CSLE) 2025. A total of 461 vacancies are announced for various Group C posts including Constable, Fireman, Laboratory Attendant, Library Attendant, Manual Assistant and MTS. Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 August 2025 to 25 August 2025 via www.apssb.nic.in. Selection will be through a written exam, physical tests and medical fitness (as applicable).
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APSSB Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Important Date
- Application Start: 01 August 2025 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date : 25 August 2025 (03:00 PM)
- Written Examination (Tentative): 26 October 2025 (Sunday)
- PST/PET Date (Tentative): From 18 November 2025 onwards
- Admit Card: To be notified later
Age Limit
- Constable & Excise: 18 to 22 years
- Fireman: 18 to 32 years
- Other Posts: 18 to 35 years
- Age Relaxation:
- APST: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years (15 for APST)
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt rules
- Note: Kindly Read Full Official Notification Before Apply.
Application Fees
- APST Candidates: 150/-
- UR Candidates: 200/-
- PwBD Candidates - Exempted
- Online only
Qualification
- Constable/Fireman: Class 10 from recognized board
- Laboratory Attendant: Matriculation
- MTS/Manual Assistant: Class 10 or ITI or equivalent
- Physical & Medical Standards for Constable and Fireman (see below)
APSSB Recruitment 2025: Full Eligibility
Candidates must fulfill the educational qualification, age criteria and other eligibility norms as per the specified post codes. The minimum qualification required is Class 10 pass or equivalent from a recognized board. Additional requirements include physical standards and medical fitness for posts like Constable and Fireman. Applicants must ensure they meet all conditions listed in the APSSB CSL 2025 notification before applying.
| Post Code | Post Name | Qualification | Age Limit | Extra Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/25 | Constable (AAPBn) | Class 10 | 18–22 Years | Physical Test & Medical Fitness |
| 16/25 | Constable (Civil Police) | Class 10 | 18–22 Years | Physical Test & Medical Fitness |
| 17/25 | Constable (Excise) | Class 10 / ITI | 18–22 Years | Physical Test & Medical Fitness |
| 18/25 | Fireman | Class 10 | 18–32 Years | Physical Test & Medical Fitness |
| 19/25 | Laboratory Attendant | Matriculation | 18–35 Years | None |
| 20/25 | Library Attendant | Class 10 | 18–35 Years | None |
| 21/25 to 29/25 | MTS / Manual Assistant & Others | Class 10 / ITI | 18–35 Years | None |
Physical Test
For posts like Constable and Fireman, candidates must pass Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Standard Test (PST) as per the official criteria. The physical tests include running, long jump, high jump, rope climbing and measurement of height and chest. These are mandatory and qualifying in nature.
| Post Code | Event | Male Standard | Female Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15/25 to 17/25 | 100m Race | 16 sec | 19 sec |
| 15/25 to 17/25 | 1500m Race | 8 mins | — |
| 15/25 to 17/25 | 800m Race | — | 5 mins |
| 15/25 to 17/25 | High Jump | 107 cm | 90 cm |
| 15/25 to 17/25 | Long Jump | 11 feet | 9 feet |
| 18/25 | Rope Climb / Vertical Pipe | 8 feet | — |
| 18/25 | 100m Race (with 10kg load) | 1 min | — |
APSSB Recruitment 2025: Salary
The salary structure under APSSB Combined Secondary Level Examination 2025 is based on the Pay Matrix Levels 1 to 3 as per Government norms. Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary ranging from ₹18,000 to ₹69,100, along with applicable allowances and benefits. The pay scale varies depending on the post category and responsibility level.
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Salary Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Constable (AAPBn / Civil Police) | Level-3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Constable (Excise) | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Fireman | Level-3 | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 |
| Laboratory Attendant | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Library Attendant / Manual Assistant / MTS | Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
- Basic Pay is determined by Pay Matrix Level and initial appointment scale.
- Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) and other benefits are applicable as per state government rules.
- Annual increments and grade promotions are governed by departmental policies.
- Selected candidates will also be eligible for social security benefits like Pension and PF (if applicable).
- Pay scale revisions may occur in line with future state government recommendations.
APSSB Recruitment 2025: Selection Process
The selection process for APSSB Combined Secondary Level Examination 2025 is based on a structured multi-stage approach. Depending on the post code, candidates must qualify through a written exam, followed by Physical Standard Test (PST), Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Medical Fitness Test (for applicable posts). The final merit will be prepared solely based on written examination marks.
- Stage-I: Objective Type Written Examination (200 Marks)
- Stage-II: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (Only for Post Codes 15/25 to 18/25)
- Stage-III: Medical Fitness Test (Only for Post Codes 15/25 to 18/25)
- Document Verification: Submission of original and photocopies of required documents
- Final Selection: Based on marks obtained in written examination only (PST/PET/Medical are qualifying in nature)
APSSB Recruitment 2025: Exam Pattern
The APSSB CSL 2025 Examination Pattern is designed to assess candidates through an objective-type written test. The paper consists of four key subjects—General Awareness, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Ability and English Language. Each section contains 25 questions worth 50 marks, making a total of 100 questions for 200 marks. Candidates must secure at least 33% marks in each subject to qualify. There is no negative marking.
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning Ability | 25 | 50 |
| Arithmetical & Numerical Ability | 25 | 50 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 33% in each subject
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Marking Scheme: No negative marking for wrong answers
- Stage-I Written Test: Mandatory for all post codes (15/25 to 29/25)
- Merit List: Prepared based on marks secured in the written exam only
APSSB Recruitment 2025: Post / Category Wise Vacancy
The APSSB Combined Secondary Level Examination 2025 offers a total of 461 vacancies distributed across multiple Group C posts. These include positions such as Constable, Fireman, Laboratory Attendant, Library Attendant, Manual Assistant and various MTS roles. Vacancies are categorized under APST, Unreserved (UR), PwBD and Ex-Servicemen quotas. Applicants must check the post code-wise and category-wise distribution before applying.
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Posts | APST | UR | PwBD | Ex-SM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/25 | Constable (AAPBn) | 25 | 20 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 16/25 | Constable (Civil Police) | 268 | 210 | 58 | 0 | 23 |
| 17/25 | Constable (Tax, Excise, Narcotics) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 18/25 | Fireman | 51 | 41 | 10 | 0 | 4 |
| 19/25 | Laboratory Attendant | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20/25 | Library Attendant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 21/25 | Manual Assistant | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 22/25 | MTS | 60 | 47 | 13 | 2 | 0 |
| 23/25 | MTS (Chowkidar) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 24/25 | MTS (Cook) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 25/25 | MTS (Gestetner Operator) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 26/25 | MTS (Male Attendant) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 27/25 | MTS (Mali) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 28/25 | MTS (Peon) | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 29/25 | MTS (Sweeper) | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| — | Total | 461 | 348 | 113 | 3 | 29 |
APSSB Recruitment 2025: How To Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application for APSSB Combined Secondary Level Examination 2025 only through the online mode available at the official website www.apssb.nic.in. Applications sent via any other means will be rejected. Ensure that all required documents are uploaded and eligibility criteria are fulfilled before the last date of application – 25 August 2025 (03:00 PM).
- Visit the official website: www.apssb.nic.in
- Click on the link for “Combined Secondary Level Examination 2025”
- Register with your basic personal and contact details
- Fill the application form carefully including post preferences and eligibility information
- Upload required documents:
- Recent passport size photo (50–100 kb, JPG/PNG)
- Scanned signature (10–50 kb, JPG/PNG)
- Pay the application fee online (₹150 for APST, ₹200 for UR, exempted for PwBD)
- Verify all details before submission — no edits allowed after submission
- Submit the form and take a printout of the application for future reference
- Download Admit Card when notified on the same website
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
APSSB Recruitment 2025: FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for APSSB CSL 2025?
The last date to submit the online application is 25 August 2025 (03:00 PM). Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced under APSSB CSL 2025?
A total of 461 Group C vacancies have been announced across various posts such as Constable, Fireman, MTS, Manual Assistant and others.
Q3. Is physical fitness test mandatory for all posts?
No. Physical tests (PST & PET) are applicable only for specific posts like Constable (AAPBn, Civil Police, Excise) and Fireman. Other posts do not require physical tests.
Q4. What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Most posts require a minimum qualification of Class 10 pass or ITI from a recognized board. Please refer to the full eligibility section for post-specific qualifications.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the APSSB CSL exam?
No. There is no negative marking in the written examination. However, candidates must score at least 33% in each subject to qualify.
Q6. How will the final selection be made?
The final selection will be based on written exam scores only. PST, PET and Medical Tests are qualifying in nature and do not carry marks.
Q7. Which posts are exempt from the physical efficiency test?
All posts except Constable (15/25 to 17/25) and Fireman (18/25) are exempt from PET. Also, Ex-servicemen are exempted from PET but must qualify PST.
Q8. Where can I apply for APSSB CSL 2025?
You can apply online through the official website: www.apssb.nic.in. Applications via offline mode will not be accepted.