APSC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Labour Welfare Department Post
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the APSC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 12/2026) for the recruitment of Research Assistant under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. Interested and eligible candidates who are permanent residents of Assam and possess a Second Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce can apply online through the APSC Recruitment Portal. The online application process will begin on 11 August 2026 and continue until 10 September 2026. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process, important dates, and document upload requirements before submitting their online application.
APSC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Recruiting Organization | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Department | Labour Welfare Department |
| Post Name | Research Assistant |
| Total Vacancy | 01 |
| Job Location | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 September 2026 |
Vacancy Details
- Post Name - Research Assistant
- Total Vacancy - 01
- Category - UR
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- A Second Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce from a recognized University.
Preferable Qualification / Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having any of the following:
- Diploma in Computer Application.
- Experience in Labour Laws in any Government Department or Organization.
- Degree or Diploma in Labour Laws or Social Work.
Age Limit
- Age Calculation Date - 01 January 2026
- Minimum Age - 21 Years (Candidates should be Born on or Before 01 January 2005)
| Category | Maximum Age | DOB ( Candidates should be Born on or After ) |
| General | 38 Years | 02 January 1988 |
| OBC/MOBC | 41 Years | 02 January 1985 |
| SC/ST | 43 Years | 02 January 1983 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 48 Years | 02 January 1978 |
Salary
- Pay Band - 3
- Pay Scale - Rs. 22,000 – Rs. 97,000
- Grade Pay - Rs. 9,400
Application Fee
| Category | Total Application Fee |
| General | ₹297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | ₹197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | ₹47.20 |
Selection Process
- The selection procedure will be notified later by APSC through a separate corrigendum/addendum if required.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Starting Date for Online Application | 11 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Application Fee | 12 September 2026 |
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling out the online application:
- Class X/Class XII Admit Card, Pass Certificate or Marksheet (for Date of Birth proof)
- Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science (AH & VS)
- Semester/Year-wise Mark Sheets or Grade Sheets
- Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
- Government Employee Certificate/NOC (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Signature
- Declaration Form-A (Small Family Norms), wherever applicable
Document Upload Requirements
- All certificates/documents should be uploaded in PDF format (maximum file size: 4 MB).
- Photograph size: 50 KB – 200 KB.
- Signature size: 50 KB – 200 KB.
- Scanning documents at 200 dpi in greyscale is recommended.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online through the APSC Recruitment Portal by following these steps:
- Visit the official APSC Recruitment Portal.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if you are a new user.
- Log in using your registered email ID/mobile number and password.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with the required details.
- Upload the necessary documents, recent passport-size photograph, and signature in the prescribed format.
- Preview the application form before final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Important Web Links To Apply
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Small Familly Norms | Click Here |
Important Points to Remember
- Only online applications submitted through the APSC Recruitment Portal will be accepted.
- Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and legible.
- No editing of the application form will be allowed after final submission.
- Application fee once paid will not be refunded.
- Keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced during the interview/document verification.
- Candidates should regularly visit the APSC website for updates regarding the selection process, admit card, examination, or interview schedule.
FAQs
Q1. Which organization has released the APSC Research Assistant Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The recruitment has been announced by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC).
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
Ans: There is 01 vacancy for the post of Research Assistant.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 10 September 2026.
Q4. What is the required educational qualification?
Ans: Candidates must possess a Second Class Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce from a recognized university.
Q5. What is the salary for the Research Assistant post?
Ans: The pay scale is Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 97,000 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 9,400 under Pay Band-3.