Assistant Geologist Recruitment 2026 in Assam Government – Apply Through APSC
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) invites application from Indian Citizens for the post of Assistant Geologist in the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Assam under Mines and Minerals Department. Eligible candidates can apply from here.
QUICK OVERVIEW
| Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Department | Directorate of Geology and Mining, Assam under Mines and Minerals Department |
| Name of Post | Assistant Geologist |
| Total Posts | 11 |
| Recruiting Authority | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 16/06/2026 |
| Last Date | 15/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17/07/2026 |
VACANCY DETAILS
| Category | Posts |
| Open Category | 08 |
| OBC/MOBC | 01 |
| SC | 01 |
| STP | 01 |
| Total | 11 |
SALARY
Selected candidates will receive:
- Pay Scale: Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 1,10,000/-
- Grade Pay: Rs. 12,700/-
- Pay Band: PB – 4
ELEGIBILITY CRITERIA
Nationality
- The candidate must be an Indian Citizen
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree with a minimum of 45% marks (Second Class) in any one of the following disciplines:
- M.Sc. in Geology
- M.Sc. in Applied Geology
- M.Tech in Applied Geology
- Integrated M.Sc. in Applied Geology
- Integrated M.Tech in Applied Geology
Age Limit
- 38 years as on 01-01-2026.
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
APPLICATION FEE
| Category | Total Applicatio Fee |
| General | Rs. 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | Rs. 197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | Rs. 47.20 |
IMPORTANT DATES
| Starting Date for Online Application | 16/06/2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 15/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee | 17/07/2026 |
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection procedure will be notified by APSC at a later stage. The Commission will decide the mode of selection depending on the number of applications received and may conduct examination/test zone-wise if required.
Based on previous APSC recruitments, the selection process may include:
- Shortlisting of Candidates
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Interview/Viva-Voce
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Candidate's Signature
- Educational Qualification Certificates and Marksheets
- Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/MOBC candidates, if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- BPL Certificate (if applicable)
- Documents supporting claim for age relaxation, wherever applicable
- Any other relevant supporting documents as required
Note: All supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format and the file size should not exceed 4 MB.
HOW TO APPLY
Eligible candidates are required to apply online through the APSC Recruitment Portal.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the APSC Recruitment Portal through the link provided in the table below.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
- After registration Log in again using the registered credentials.
- Fill in all required personal, educational and other details.
- Upload the necessary documents in PDF format along with the prescribed photograph and signature.
- Verify all details carefully before final submission.
- Small Family Norms in Declaration Form-A
- Submit the application form online.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
IMPORTANT WEB LINKS TO APPLY ONLINE
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Visit Official Website | Click Here |
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Small Family Norms in Declaration Form-A | Click Here |
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
- Candidates must be Indian Citizens and permanent residents of Assam.
- Applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting the online application.
- A valid and active e-mail address and mobile number should be used during registration.
- All supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format and the file size should not exceed 4 MB.
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature must be uploaded in the prescribed format.
- No editing of the application will be allowed after final submission.
- Applications will be considered valid only after successful payment of the prescribed fee.
- Application fees once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Candidates must upload all required documents before final submission, as no document will be accepted afterwards.
- The selection procedure will be notified separately by APSC.
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit the APSC website for updates and notifications.