The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has officially released the CLDCE Recruitment 2026 notification for departmental candidates. The Combined Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (CLDCE) 2026 aims to fill 205 Group ‘C’ posts, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA), and Driver across various government departments.
This is an excellent promotion opportunity for MTS, Skilled Contingency Staff, and departmental drivers working under the Government of Arunachal Pradesh.
Important Dates – APSSB CLDCE 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 12 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 February 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Tentative Written Exam | 29 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
Total Vacancies: 205
| Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 2/26 | 122 |
| Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) | 3/26 | 14 |
| Driver | 4/26 | 69 |
Eligibility Criteria
LDC & JSA Eligibility
Who Can Apply?
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) with 8 years of regular service
- Skilled Contingency Staff with 12 years of continuous service
- Must be certified eligible by Head of Department
Educational Qualification: Class 12 (XII) pass from a recognized board.
Typing Skill: 35 words per minute on computer with (10500 key depressions per hour).
Age Limit
- MTS:
- Maximum 45 years
- 50 years for APST candidates
- Skilled Contingency Staff:
- No age limit (as decided by department)
Pay Scale
- Level-4 Pay Matrix
- ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
Driver Eligibility
- Contingency Skilled Driver with 10 years of service, OR
- Handyman with 6 years of regular service
Educational Qualification: Class VIII pass or equivalent
Other Requirements: Valid Driving License mandatory
Pay Scale
- Level-4 Pay Matrix
- ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 per month
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| APST | ₹150 |
| General | ₹200 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Fee must be paid online only
Selection Process – APSSB CLDCE 2026
Stage 1: Written Examination
- Mode: Objective (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Marks: 200
- No negative marking
Subjects for LDC & JSA:
- General Awareness
- Reasoning Ability
- Arithmetic & Numerical Ability
- English Language & Comprehension
Driver Post : Technical Paper (Motor Vehicle Act, Road Safety, Traffic Rules)
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 33%
Stage 2: Skill / Driving Test
- Typing Test for LDC & JSA (Qualifying only)
- Driving Test for Driver post (Qualifying only)
- Marks not counted in final merit list
How to Apply Online
- Visit www.apssb.nic.in
- Login using credentials sent by your department
- Fill the online application form
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit before 25 February 2026
Exam Centre: Itanagar only
Important Instructions
- Only departmental candidates are eligible
- Candidature is provisional
- Final merit list based only on written exam marks
- No re-evaluation of answer sheets
- Admit cards must be downloaded online
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