The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board, the state body that conducts recruitment for Group C government posts, has announced the Non-Ministerial Technical Examination 2026 for 217 vacancies. The posts span health services roles such as ANM and technicians, driver and constable positions in police, fire and other departments, and two publicity posts under Information and Public Relations, all filled through a common written examination followed by qualifying skill tests.
APSSB ANM, Constable MT Driver and More Recruitment 2026
Posted 10 Oct 2026Updated 10 Oct 202606/26
Total Vacancies
217
Last Date
05 Nov
18 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Full Time
Status
Notification Out
Recruitment status
Applications open from 21 Oct 2026
Last date 05 Nov 2026
- Notification09 Oct
- Applications Open21 Oct
- Exam29 Nov
About APSSB ANM, Constable MT Driver and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board
- Advertisement No.
- 06/26
- Post Name
- Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26), Laboratory Technician (26/26) and 11 more
- Job Location
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Arunachal Pradesh (Open only to Indian citizens who are original inhabitants of Arunachal Pradesh holding an APST certificate and a Permanent Residence Certificate and who can speak an indigenous tribal language of the State; the UR vacancies are the unreserved share within that pool)
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- 18–35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid HMV driving licence for Head Constable Driver (31/26) and Driver HMV (33/26); valid LMV licence for Driver LMV (32/26); valid HMV or LMV licence for Constable (MT) Driver (34/26 and 35/26); APST certificate and Permanent Residence Certificate for every post; registration with the Arunachal Pradesh Nursing Council for ANM, the Arunachal Pradesh Pharmacy Council or Indian Pharmacy Council for Pharmacist, and the Arunachal Pradesh State Dental Council or Dental Council of India for Dental Technician.
Vacancy Breakdown
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26)
61
UR 0
Laboratory Technician (26/26)
7
UR 1
Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26)
1
UR 0
ECG Technician (28/26)
11
UR 2
Dental Technician (29/26)
23
UR 3
Health Assistant Jr. (30/26)
16
UR 0
Head Constable Driver (31/26)
18
UR 3
Driver, LMV (32/26)
14
UR 5
Driver, HMV (33/26)
9
UR 2
Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26)
31
UR 6
Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26)
24
UR 5
Field Publicity Assistant (36/26)
1
UR 0
Publicity Assistant (37/26)
1
UR 0
Total217
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26) | 0 | 61 |
| Laboratory Technician (26/26) | 1 | 7 |
| Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26) | 0 | 1 |
| ECG Technician (28/26) | 2 | 11 |
| Dental Technician (29/26) | 3 | 23 |
| Health Assistant Jr. (30/26) | 0 | 16 |
| Head Constable Driver (31/26) | 3 | 18 |
| Driver, LMV (32/26) | 5 | 14 |
| Driver, HMV (33/26) | 2 | 9 |
| Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26) | 6 | 31 |
| Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26) | 5 | 24 |
| Field Publicity Assistant (36/26) | 0 | 1 |
| Publicity Assistant (37/26) | 0 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 27 | 217 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26)61 posts
- Qualification
- Certificate of 2 (two) years course of ANM from INC recognized Institution after passing Class-XII. Registered under APNC as Registered ANM (RANM).
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years, relaxable by 8 years for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA)
- Note
- 2 vacancies are reserved for PwBD locomotor disability including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims and muscular dystrophy.
- Age relaxation
- Relaxable by 8 years for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA)
Laboratory Technician (26/26)7 posts
- Qualification
- Class-XII (Science) with Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) from a Government recognized Institution / Board.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26)1 post
- Qualification
- Class-XII (Science) passed from a recognized Institution/Board with Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm) from any Institution/Board recognized by Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) and must be registered under the Arunachal Pradesh Pharmacy Council / Indian Pharmacy Council.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
ECG Technician (28/26)11 posts
- Qualification
- Class XII (Science) and Diploma in ECG Technology from a Government recognized Institution/Board.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Dental Technician (29/26)23 posts
- Qualification
- Class XII Science from recognized Board or University with Diploma in Dental Mechanic/Technician from an institute recognized by the Dental Council of India and should be registered under the Arunachal Pradesh State Dental Council (APSDC) / Dental Council of India.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Health Assistant Jr. (30/26)16 posts
- Qualification
- Class XII passed with 2 (two) years Health Assistant Training Course from any Institution recognized by Government of Arunachal Pradesh/Government of India.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
- Note
- The vacancy table lists this post at Level 5 while the eligibility table (Table No. 6) gives Level 4; treat the pay level as unconfirmed until APSSB issues a corrigendum.
Head Constable Driver (31/26)18 posts
- Qualification
- Class X Passed or equivalent from recognized Board with possession of valid Driving License of Heavy Motor Vehicle.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 32 years
- Note
- The driving licence must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
- Physical standards
- Height 160 cm for APST candidates other than Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts and 152 cm for APST candidates of those districts; chest 79 cm normal and 84 cm expanded
- Vision
- Distant vision 6/6 better eye and 6/12 worse eye (corrected); near vision J1 and J2 (corrected); no colour blindness
Driver, LMV (32/26)14 posts
- Qualification
- Class X Pass Certificate from a recognized Board or Institution. Possession of Valid Driving License for Light Motor Vehicle. Experience of driving Light Motor Vehicle for at least 3 years.
- Experience
- At least 3 years of Light Motor Vehicle driving experience counted from the date of issue of the licence.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
- Note
- The driving licence must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
Driver, HMV (33/26)9 posts
- Qualification
- Class X Pass Certificate from a recognized Board or Institution. Possession of Valid Driving License for Heavy Motor Vehicle. Experience of driving Heavy Motor Vehicle for at least 3 years.
- Experience
- At least 3 years of Heavy Motor Vehicle driving experience counted from the date of issue of the licence.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
- Note
- The driving licence must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26)31 posts
- Qualification
- Class X Passed or equivalent from recognized Board. Possession of valid Driving License of Heavy Motor Vehicle / Light Motor Vehicle.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 22 years
- Note
- The driving licence must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
- Physical standards
- Height 160 cm for APST candidates other than Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts and 152 cm for APST candidates of those districts; chest 79 cm normal and 84 cm expanded
- Vision
- Distant vision 6/6 better eye and 6/12 worse eye (corrected); near vision J1 and J2 (corrected); no colour blindness
Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26)24 posts
- Qualification
- Class X Passed or equivalent from recognized Board. Possession of valid Driving License of Heavy Motor Vehicle / Light Motor Vehicle.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 22 years
- Note
- The driving licence must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
- Physical standards
- Height 160 cm for APST candidates other than Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts and 152 cm for APST candidates of those districts; chest 79 cm normal and 84 cm expanded
- Vision
- Distant vision 6/6 better eye and 6/12 worse eye (corrected); near vision J1 and J2 (corrected); no colour blindness
Field Publicity Assistant (36/26)1 post
- Qualification
- Class XII passed from a recognized Board / University with Diploma in TV, Radio / Sound System or Diploma in Electrical or Electronics.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Publicity Assistant (37/26)1 post
- Qualification
- Class X passed from a recognized Board with Diploma certificate in Sound System or Diploma in TV and Radio / Diploma in Electrical or Electronics.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Age Limit
18 to 35 years for post codes 25/26 to 30/26, 32/26, 33/26, 36/26 and 37/26; 18 to 32 years for Head Constable Driver (31/26); 18 to 22 years for Constable (MT) Driver (34/26 and 35/26), as on 05-11-2026
Age Relaxation
APST up to 5 years; PwBD up to 15 years; departmental candidates with 3 years of continuous service get 5 years in addition to the normal relaxation for posts in the same or allied cadres; ex-servicemen may deduct their service period from their age if the result does not exceed the maximum by more than 3 years; the ANM post is relaxable by 8 years for Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA).
Physical Standards
APST (other than Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts)
Height: 160 cm
APST (Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts)
Height: 152 cm
| Category | Height |
|---|---|
| APST (other than Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts) | 160 cm |
| APST (Tirap/Changlang/Longding districts) | 152 cm |
Gender: MaleChest: 79 cm (normal), 84 cm (expanded)
Physical Efficiency Test
100 m race
Standard: 16 seconds
Applies to: Male candidates for Head Constable Driver (31/26), Constable (MT) Driver IRBn (34/26) and Constable (MT) Driver Civil Police (35/26)
1500 m race
Standard: 8 minutes 30 seconds for Head Constable Driver (31/26); 8 minutes for Constable (MT) Driver (34/26 and 35/26)
Applies to: Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26
High Jump
Standard: 107 cm, maximum 3 attempts
Applies to: Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26
Long Jump
Standard: 11 feet, maximum 3 attempts
Applies to: Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26
| Test | Standard | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| 100 m race | 16 seconds | Male candidates for Head Constable Driver (31/26), Constable (MT) Driver IRBn (34/26) and Constable (MT) Driver Civil Police (35/26) |
| 1500 m race | 8 minutes 30 seconds for Head Constable Driver (31/26); 8 minutes for Constable (MT) Driver (34/26 and 35/26) | Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26 |
| High Jump | 107 cm, maximum 3 attempts | Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26 |
| Long Jump | 11 feet, maximum 3 attempts | Male candidates for post codes 31/26, 34/26 and 35/26 |
Application Fee
All candidates
Rs. 150
PwD / PwBD
Nil
Selection Process
Each post has its own selection and exam — open a post to see its tests and marks.
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26)61 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Competency Test — Four stations of 5 minutes and 10 marks each (vital signs; maternal and child health; infection control protocol; basic procedure in midwifery); each candidate takes three stations and must score 21 out of 30, with 7 marks qualifying per station.
Laboratory Technician (26/26)7 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26)1 post
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
ECG Technician (28/26)11 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
Dental Technician (29/26)23 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
Health Assistant Jr. (30/26)16 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
Head Constable Driver (31/26)18 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:8 of vacancies on written-exam merit.
- Driving Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:3, subject to 33% in each paper and clearing PST/PET.
- Medical Fitness Test — Qualifying only.
Driver, LMV (32/26)14 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Driving Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:3, subject to 33% in each paper.
Driver, HMV (33/26)9 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Driving Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:3, subject to 33% in each paper.
Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26)31 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:8 of vacancies on written-exam merit; ex-servicemen are exempt from the PET but must qualify the PST.
- Medical Fitness Test — Qualifying only.
Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26)24 posts
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test — Qualifying only; shortlisting at 1:8 of vacancies on written-exam merit; ex-servicemen are exempt from the PET but must qualify the PST.
- Medical Fitness Test — Qualifying only.
Field Publicity Assistant (36/26)1 post
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
Publicity Assistant (37/26)1 post
- Stages
- Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions — 200-mark written test of 2 hours; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking.
- 1Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions
200-mark written test of 2 hours with a 100-mark common paper and a 100-mark post-specific technical paper; minimum 33% in each paper separately; no negative marking; decides the final merit.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:8 for PST/PET and 1:3 for the driving test and the ANM competency test
Exam Pattern
2 HoursObjective Type Multiple Choice QuestionsNegative: No negative marking
General Questions
10 questions · 25 marks
General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability
10 questions · 25 marks
Arithmetical Ability
10 questions · 25 marks
Test of English Language and Comprehension
10 questions · 25 marks
Technical Paper (post-specific)
50 questions · 100 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Questions | 10 | 25 | — |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning Ability | 10 | 25 | — |
| Arithmetical Ability | 10 | 25 | — |
| Test of English Language and Comprehension | 10 | 25 | — |
| Technical Paper (post-specific) | 50 | 100 | — |
Salary Structure
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300)
Laboratory Technician (26/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300)
Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300)
ECG Technician (28/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300)
Dental Technician (29/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300)
Health Assistant Jr. (30/26)
Pay: Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) in the vacancy table; Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) in the eligibility table
Head Constable Driver (31/26)
Pay: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100)
Driver, LMV (32/26)
Pay: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100)
Driver, HMV (33/26)
Pay: Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100)
Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26)
Pay: Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 to 69,100)
Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26)
Pay: Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 to 69,100)
Field Publicity Assistant (36/26)
Pay: Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 to 63,200)
Publicity Assistant (37/26)
Pay: Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 to 56,900)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Nurse Midwife, ANM (25/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| Laboratory Technician (26/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| Pharmacist, Allopathy (27/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| ECG Technician (28/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| Dental Technician (29/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) |
| Health Assistant Jr. (30/26) | Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) in the vacancy table; Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) in the eligibility table |
| Head Constable Driver (31/26) | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) |
| Driver, LMV (32/26) | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) |
| Driver, HMV (33/26) | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100) |
| Constable (MT) Driver, IRBn (34/26) | Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 to 69,100) |
| Constable (MT) Driver, Civil Police (35/26) | Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 to 69,100) |
| Field Publicity Assistant (36/26) | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 to 63,200) |
| Publicity Assistant (37/26) | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 to 56,900) |
How to Apply
- 1Register and apply online at apssb.nic.in between 21 October 2026, 3:00 PM and 5 November 2026, 5:00 PM; applications in any other mode are rejected.
- 2Enter the details of one photo identity document (Aadhaar, Voter ID, driving licence, PAN or another Government photo ID) and carry the same original to the exam along with the admit card.
- 3Mark the preference of posts and departments only against posts you are eligible for; the order is final and the merit list is drawn as per that order.
- 4Upload a scanned signature on white paper in black ink (10 to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG), a recent passport-size photograph (50 to 100 KB, JPG/JPEG/PNG) and copies of the educational and technical certificates relevant to the posts applied for.
- 5PwBD or PwD candidates who need a scribe or compensatory time must opt for it in the form and upload the relevant Annexure (I, IA, II or IIA) from the APSSB Candidates Corner.
- 6Pay the Rs. 150 fee online and submit the form; details cannot be edited after the closing date and only the latest form counts for the same post.
- 7Download the admit card from apssb.nic.in when released; no admit card is sent to candidates individually.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Two recent passport-size photographs
•Matriculation certificate for proof of date of birth
•Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
•Technical and registration certificates
•Experience certificates
•Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe certificate
•Permanent Residence Certificate
•PwBD certificate
•Intimation letter or NOC to HoD for serving Government employees
•Discharge book and Pay and Pension Order for ex-servicemen
•Admit card and printout of the online application form
Important Details
- The examination is open only to original inhabitants of Arunachal Pradesh holding an APST certificate and a PRC who can speak an indigenous tribal language of the State; the UR vacancies are the unreserved share within that pool, not a quota for candidates from outside the State.
- APST candidates selected on their own merit without relaxed standards are not adjusted against the reserved share.
- Reservation for ex-servicemen applies to indigenous Arunachal Pradesh tribals only.
- The driving licence for post codes 31/26 to 35/26 must be valid on the closing date of application, on the date of the driving test and on the date of document verification.
- Any information contained in the attached certificates is not considered unless it is claimed in the application form, and no additional time is given to produce documents at verification.
- Biometric checks are used against impersonation.
- The vacancies are provisional and may be changed by the Board.
Driver (LMV) Department-wise Vacancies
Food and Civil Supplies
Vacancies: 5
Transport
Vacancies: 2
Civil Aviation
Vacancies: 2
DC West Kameng
Vacancies: 1
Rural Works
Vacancies: 1
DC Upper Subansiri
Vacancies: 1
Sainik Welfare-cum-Rajya Sainik Board
Vacancies: 1
Economics and Statistics
Vacancies: 1
| Department/Office | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Food and Civil Supplies | 5 |
| Transport | 2 |
| Civil Aviation | 2 |
| DC West Kameng | 1 |
| Rural Works | 1 |
| DC Upper Subansiri | 1 |
| Sainik Welfare-cum-Rajya Sainik Board | 1 |
| Economics and Statistics | 1 |
Driver (HMV) Department-wise Vacancies
Fire and Emergency Services
Vacancies: 8
Higher and Technical Education
Vacancies: 1
| Department/Office | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Fire and Emergency Services | 8 |
| Higher and Technical Education | 1 |
Health Assistant Jr. Pay Level
The vacancy table lists Health Assistant Jr. (30/26) at Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 to 92,300) while the eligibility table (Table No. 6) gives Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 to 81,100). Treat the pay level as unconfirmed until APSSB issues a corrigendum.
Scribe and Compensatory Time for PwBD/PwD
A scribe is provided to PwBD candidates in the blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected) and cerebral palsy categories if desired, and to other PwBD and PwD candidates on production of the prescribed certificate. A candidate's own scribe must be one qualification step below the candidate and must not be a candidate in this examination. A compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour of examination is given to candidates allowed a scribe and to those eligible for a scribe who do not avail it. The facility must be opted for in the online application.
Ex-Servicemen Reservation
Four vacancies under Fire and Emergency Services, one under Directorate of Sainik Welfare-cum-Rajya Sainik Board, four under Food and Civil Supplies, four under PHQ and two under IPR are reserved for ex-servicemen. Ex-servicemen are exempt from the Physical Efficiency Test but must appear for and qualify the Physical Standard Test.
Exam Centre and Conduct
The examination is held in the Itanagar Capital Region. The Board may cancel a venue or divert candidates to another venue, and no request for a change of date, time or centre is accepted. Calculators, laptops, palmtops, mobile phones, pagers, watches and other electronic devices are banned inside the centre, and no arrangement for keeping them is available at the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Arunachal Pradesh apply for these posts?
No. Every candidate must be an original inhabitant of Arunachal Pradesh holding an APST certificate and a Permanent Residence Certificate, and must be able to speak an indigenous tribal language of the State. The UR vacancies are the unreserved share within that pool.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. Candidates mark their preference of posts and departments in the online form, but only against posts they are eligible for, and the order of preference is final. If more than one form is submitted for the same post, only the latest form is considered.
Are ex-servicemen exempt from the physical tests?
Ex-servicemen are exempt from the Physical Efficiency Test but must appear for and qualify the Physical Standard Test. The reservation for ex-servicemen applies to indigenous Arunachal Pradesh tribals only.
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