APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2025 is now open! Grab this golden opportunity to join Assam’s Water Resources Department with 7 vacancies offering a lucrative pay scale of ₹30,000–1,10,000 + GP ₹12,700. Ideal for B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical) graduates from AICTE-approved institutes—distance degrees need not apply! Age limits: 21–38 years (relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD). Key dates: Apply online from 23 April to 22 May 2025; fee payment deadline 24 May. Reserved seats include 4 PwBD-friendly posts and women quotas (Open: 2, OBC: 1).
Selection may involve zone-wise exams (Guwahati, Silchar, etc.) and interviews. Don’t miss the small print: upload PRC/Employment Certificates, update your OTR profile, and declare ‘Small Family Norms.’ Fees: General (₹297.20), OBC (₹197.20), SC/ST/PwBD (₹47.20). Act fast—Assam’s engineering aspirants, this is your call to secure a stable government career!
APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Overview
Attribute | Details |
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Post Name | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) under Water Resources Department |
Total Vacancies | 7 (Five: Open, One: OBC/MOBC, One: STP) |
Pay Scale | Rs. 30,000 – 1,10,000 + Grade Pay Rs. 12,700 (Pay Band-4) |
Eligibility | Indian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Assam |
Age Limit | 21–38 years (Relaxation: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwBD +10, Ex-Servicemen +5/3) |
Educational Qualification | B.E./Equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (AICTE-approved, Regular only) |
Application Dates | 23-04-2025 to 22-05-2025 |
Fee Payment Deadline | 24-05-2025 |
Application Fee | General: Rs. 297.20, OBC: Rs. 197.20, SC/ST/PwBD/BPL: Rs. 47.20 |
Vacancy Details APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)
Category | Open | OBC/MOBC | SC | STP | STH | Total | Reserved for PwBD | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
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Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 4 | Open: 2, OBC: 1 |
Key Notes:
- PwBD Reservation: 4 posts identified as suitable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (40%+ disability).
- Women Reservation:
- Open Category: 2 seats reserved.
- OBC/MOBC: 1 seat reserved.
- Ex-Servicemen: Eligible to apply for reserved posts (must upload Discharge Book/Identity Card).

Eligibility Criteria APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)
- Nationality & Residency
- Must be an Indian citizen as per Articles 5–8 of the Constitution.
- Domicile Requirement: Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
- Educational Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE-approved institute (Regular mode only).
- AMIE (India) in Mechanical Engineering (if enrolled before 31-05-2013).
- Distance education degrees are NOT accepted.
- Age Limit (as of 01-01-2025)
- General: 21–38 years.
- OBC/MOBC: Up to 41 years.
- SC/ST: Up to 43 years.
- PwBD: 10-year relaxation (irrespective of category).
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 50 years (UR), +3/+5 years for OBC/SC/ST.
- Other Requirements
- Small Family Norms: Declaration in Form-A.
- PwBD Candidates: Submit disability certificate (≥40% benchmark).
Here is the vacancy breakdown for the APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) Recruitment 2025 in a clear table format:
Zone-wise Exam Centers (Tentative)
Zone | Districts Covered |
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Silchar | Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Cachar |
Jorhat | Golaghat, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar, Tinsukia |
Nagaon | Dima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon, Morigaon, Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong |
Tezpur | Biswanath, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur, Udalguri |
Kokrajhar | Bongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kokrajhar, South Salmara |
Guwahati | Barpeta, Baksa, Kamrup, Kamrup (Metro), Nalbari, Darrang, Bajali, Tamulpur |
Note: APSC may add/remove zones depending on applicant numbers.
Selection Process
- To be notified later via corrigendum. Likely stages:
- Screening/Written Exam (if applicable).
- Interview/Viva-Voce.
- Final Merit: Based on performance in the selection stages.
- Document Verification: Original certificates (age, caste, qualification, PRC, etc.) required at the interview.
Note: Exam may be conducted zone-wise (Guwahati, Silchar, Jorhat, etc.) based on candidate numbers.
How to Apply
- One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Register on APSC Recruitment Portal → Fill personal, educational, and work details.
- Upload:
- Photo (50–200 KB, recent).
- Signature (50–200 KB).
- Documents (PDF, ≤2 MB): Degree marksheets, caste certificate, PRC, etc.
- Apply for the Post
- Log in → Go to “Apply Section” → Select “Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)”.
- Fill application → Preview before submission (no edits allowed later).
- Pay Fees
- General: ₹297.20 | OBC: ₹197.20 | SC/ST/PwBD/BPL: ₹47.20.
- Payment via debit card/net banking or Common Service Centers (CSCs).
- Final Steps
- Take a printout of the submitted application.
- Await further updates via APSC website/email.
Key Reminders:
- Deadline: 22 May 2025 (application) | 24 May 2025 (fee payment).
- No fee refunds under any circumstances.
- Helpline: Email
cceapsc@gmail.com
or call 1800-572-23-43 (10 AM–5 PM).
Important Links
Description | Link/Contact |
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Official Notification | Download Notification |
Apply Online | Apply Online Here |
Official Website | Visit Official Website |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical)
1. What is the last date to apply?
22 May 2025.
2. Is distance education accepted for qualification?
No, only regular B.E./B.Tech degrees are valid.
3. How many vacancies are reserved for women?
2 in Open category, 1 in OBC/MOBC.
4. What is the age relaxation for PwBD candidates?
10 years across all categories.
5. Can Ex-Servicemen apply?
Yes, with a maximum age of 50 years (UR).
6. What documents prove Assam residency?
Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration.
7. Is there a fee waiver for SC/ST candidates?
Yes, only processing fee (Rs. 47.20) applies.
8. How to correct errors after submission?
No edits allowed post-submission; preview carefully.
9. What is the selection process?
To be notified later via corrigendum.
10. Where to upload caste certificates?
Via OTR profile before final submission.