APSC Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) under Water Resources Department 2025: Apply For 7 Posts!
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens, who are permanent residents of Assam, for recruitment to the post of Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) under the Water Resources Department, Government of Assam. This recruitment drive aims to fill 7 vacancies (Advt. No. 15/2025).
Application Alert
Online applications are now open! Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying. The last date to submit your application is May 22, 2025.
Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates related to the APSC AE (Mechanical) Recruitment 2025.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | April 23, 2025 |
| Online Application Closing Date | May 22, 2025 (Midnight) |
| Last Date for Application Fee Payment | May 24, 2025 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified later by APSC |
| Interview/Viva-Voce Date | To be notified later by APSC |
| Document Verification Date | To be notified later by APSC |
Deadline Reminder
The deadline for online application submission is May 22, 2025, and the fee payment deadline is May 24, 2025. Late applications or payments will not be accepted.
Vacancy Details
A total of 7 posts are available for Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) in the Water Resources Department, Assam. The category-wise distribution is detailed below.
| Category | No. of Posts | Reserved for Women (RFW) |
|---|---|---|
| Open Category | 5 | 2 |
| OBC/MOBC | 1 | 1 |
| SC | 0 | 0 |
| STP | 1 | 1 |
| STH | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 7 | 4 |
Note: 01 PwBD reservation is specifically for Blindness & Low Vision (LV). No posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen in this advertisement.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following eligibility conditions as specified by APSC.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 1. B.E. or equivalent degree in Mechanical Engineering from an AICTE approved institute recognized by the Govt. OR 2. Passed Parts A & B of AMIE (India) in Mechanical Engineering (Enrollment on or before 31-05-2013). * The B.E. degree must be obtained through a regular (full-time) course. Degrees obtained through distance education mode are NOT eligible. |
| Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025) | Minimum: 21 years Maximum: 38 years |
| Age Relaxation | Upper age limit relaxation is applicable as follows: - SC/ST: 5 years (up to 43 years) - OBC/MOBC: 3 years (up to 41 years) - Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years (irrespective of category) |
| Nationality | Must be an Indian Citizen as per Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India. |
| Residency | Must be a permanent resident of Assam. Proof required: Valid Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) issued in Assam for educational purposes OR valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate of Assam. |
| Experience | No specific prior experience requirement is mentioned in the advertisement. |
Essential Qualification Note
Only regular, full-time B.E. degrees in Mechanical Engineering are accepted. Ensure you possess the required Assam residency proof (PRC or Employment Exchange Card).
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed under the pay scale and grade pay as per Assam Government norms.
| Component | Amount/Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Band | Pay Band - 4 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 1,10,000/- per month |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 12,700/- |
| Allowances | Other allowances as admissible under the rules of the Government of Assam. |
Selection Process
The exact selection procedure will be notified later by APSC if required. Based on standard APSC procedures, the process typically involves the following stages:
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | May be conducted if the number of applications is high. Details regarding the exam pattern, syllabus, and marking scheme will be notified by APSC. |
| Interview / Viva-Voce | Candidates qualifying the written exam (if held) will be called for an interview. |
| Document Verification | Verification of original documents related to eligibility criteria. |
Note: APSC reserves the right to decide the selection procedure and may shortlist candidates based on qualifications or hold an examination/interview. And it will be notified later.
Application Process
Follow these steps to apply online for the APSC AE (Mechanical) post:
- Registration: Visit the APSC recruitment portal
apscrecruitment.in. Click on 'Register Here' to create your One Time Registration (OTR) profile by providing basic details. - Login: Log in using your registered credentials (Mobile No./Email ID and Password).
- Complete Profile: Fill in all sections of the OTR profile: Personal Information, Qualification, Experience (if any), Photo (50KB-200KB, recent), and Signature (50KB-200KB). Upload necessary documents.
- Apply for Post: Navigate to the 'Apply Section' or find Advertisement No. 15/2025 under 'Latest Advertisements'. Click 'Apply'.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the application form specific to the AE (Mechanical) post carefully.
- Upload Documents: Ensure all required documents are uploaded in the specified format (Example Documents):
- Educational Certificates & Marksheets (B.E./AMIE)
- Age Proof (HSLC/Class 10 Admit Card/Certificate)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable, from competent authority of Assam)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable, from competent authority)
- Assam Residency Proof (PRC or Employment Exchange Card)
- Recent Photograph & Signature
- Declaration Form 'A' (Small Family Norms)
- Resize Photos/Signatures: Need help resizing your photo or signature to meet the required specifications (50KB-200KB)? Use online tools. Use Image Resizing Tool
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online through the portal (integrated with GRAS). Fee details are below.
- Submit Application: Review your application thoroughly before final submission. Keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Rs.) | Processing Fee (Rs.) | Taxable Amount (Rs.) | Total Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 250.00 | 40.00 | 7.20 | 297.20 |
| OBC / MOBC | 150.00 | 40.00 | 7.20 | 197.20 |
| SC / ST / BPL / PwBD | Nil | 40.00 | 7.20 | 47.20 |
Fee Payment Deadline
Remember, the last date for fee payment is May 24, 2025. Failure to pay the fee will lead to application rejection.
Important Links
Access the official resources using the links below:
Download Official Notification (PDF) Apply Online Portal Official APSC Website