APSC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) is hiring 1 Research Assistant for the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. If you hold a Second Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 10 September 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 97,000 per month under Pay Band-3 with Grade Pay of Rs. 9,400, making this a stable, well-paid state government opening for graduates from Assam.

Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026 for filling 1 Research Assistant post under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. The post is unreserved (UR category) and open only to permanent residents of Assam. APSC is the state's main recruiting authority for civil service posts, and it conducts this recruitment through its own online portal, so you do not need to visit any office in person to submit your application. Candidates with a Diploma in Computer Application or experience in Labour Laws get preference, so this role suits both freshers with a general Arts, Science, or Commerce degree and those with a specialised background in labour law or social work. Because only one post is open, competition is expected to be high, so make sure your application and documents are complete before the deadline.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: A Second Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce from a recognized university.
• Domicile: You must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• Preferred Qualification: Diploma in Computer Application, or a Degree/Diploma in Labour Laws or Social Work.
• Preferred Experience: Prior work on Labour Laws in any Government Department or Organization is an added advantage.

These preferred qualifications are not compulsory, but APSC will give extra weight to candidates who have them, so mention any relevant diploma or work experience clearly in your application. If you studied Arts, Science, or Commerce and are unsure whether your degree qualifies, check your marksheet for the Second Class or equivalent grade requirement before applying.

Age Limit

• You should be at least 21 years old (born on or before 01 January 2005) as on the age calculation date of 01 January 2026.
• General category: maximum age 38 years (born on or after 02 January 1988).
• OBC/MOBC: maximum age 41 years (born on or after 02 January 1985).
• SC/ST: maximum age 43 years (born on or after 02 January 1983).
• PwBD candidates: maximum age 48 years (born on or after 02 January 1978).

Make sure you check your date of birth against these limits carefully, since APSC calculates eligibility strictly based on the 01 January 2026 reference date. There is no separate mention of age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen or government employees in this notification, so rely on the category-wise limits listed above.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary of Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 97,000 per month under Pay Band-3 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 9,400.
• You will also get DA, HRA, and other allowances as per Assam government rules.
• This is a permanent, pensionable state government post with regular annual increments as your career progresses.

Application Fee

• General: Rs. 297.20
• OBC/MOBC: Rs. 197.20
• SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: Rs. 47.20
• Payment mode: online, through the APSC Recruitment Portal at the time of application submission.

Selection Process

APSC has not finalized the selection stages yet for this recruitment.

• The Commission will notify the exact selection procedure later through a separate corrigendum or addendum, if required.
• Keep checking the official APSC website regularly after you apply, since the written test or interview schedule (if any) will be announced closer to the application closing date.
• This means there is currently no fixed exam pattern to prepare for — simply make sure the contact details on your application are correct so APSC can reach you once the process is finalized.

How to Apply

Before you start, keep your Class X/XII marksheet, degree certificate, Permanent Resident Certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), photograph, and signature ready in scanned format.

1. Go to the APSC Recruitment Portal at apsc.nic.in.
2. Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
3. Log in using your registered email ID or mobile number and password.
4. Fill in the online application form carefully with all required details.
5. Upload your documents, recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed format (photograph and signature 50 KB - 200 KB, other documents up to 4 MB PDF, scanned at 200 dpi greyscale).
6. Preview your application form, pay the application fee online, and submit before the deadline.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 4 August 2026
• Online Application Start Date: 11 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 10 September 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 12 September 2026

• Collect and compile labour-related data for the Labour Welfare Department
• Assist in research studies on labour laws, wages, and worker welfare schemes
• Prepare reports and summaries for departmental officers
• Maintain records of labour statistics and welfare scheme beneficiaries
• Support field surveys related to industrial and labour matters
• Help draft notes and correspondence on labour welfare policy matters
• Coordinate with district labour offices for data collection