The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement No. 11/2025, inviting applications for the post of Junior Development Officer (JDO) under the Planning Services of the Transformation & Development Department, Government of Assam.
Here’s everything you need to know about this opportunity.
Key Highlights of APSC JDO Recruitment 2025:
| Feature | Details |
| Post Name | Junior Development Officer (JDO) |
| Department | Planning Services, T&D Dept., Govt. of Assam |
| Number of Vacancies | 9 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | https://apscrecruitment.in/ |
| Start Date | 25th March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24th April 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26th April 2025 |
Vacancy & Reservation Details of APSC JDO Recruitment:
| Category | Total Posts | RFW (Reserved for Women) |
| Open Category | 03 | 01 |
| OBC/MOBC | 03 | 01 |
| SC | 01 | NIL |
| STP | 01 | NIL |
| STH | 01 | NIL |
| Grand Total | 09 | 02 |
| PwBD & Type of Disability | NIL | – |
| Ex-Servicemen | NIL | – |
Pay Scale
You will find the pay component, including the pay scale, grade pay, pay band, and other allowances.
| Pay Component | Details |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 22,000 to 97,000 per month |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 9,400 |
| Pay Band | Pay Band: 3 |
| Other Allowances | As admissible to Assam State Government employees from time to time |
Eligibility Criteria for APSC JDO Recruitment:
Nationality & Domicile:
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen (Articles 5–8 of the Constitution).
- Must be a permanent resident of Assam. Accordingly, the applicant needs to upload a valid PRC or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate as proof.
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce from any recognized university with at least one of the following subjects: Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Agricultural Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Anthropology, Social Work, Business Administration, Business Management, Geography, or Commerce. Preference will be given to Honours graduates.
(Upload all relevant semester/year mark sheets reflecting the subjects and the final pass certificate.)
Age Limit (As on 01.01.2025)
The age limit details are provided below.
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 21 – 38 years |
| OBC/MOBC | Up to 41 years |
| SC/ST | Up to 43 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | Up to 50 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | Up to 53 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | Up to 55 years |
| PwBD (All categories) | Relaxation of 10 years |
| Internal Candidates | Max age 40 years |
Note: Age will be calculated based on Class X/XII documents.
Application Process
- Visit https://apscrecruitment.in.
- Register using the “Register Here” option for One-Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in and complete your profile with:
- Personal & educational details
- Upload a recent photo (minimum size 50 KB and max size 200 KB and not older than 3 months)
- Signature (Min size: 0 KB & Max size: 200 KB)
- Upload supporting documents (PDF, max 2 MB) like birth certificate, qualifications, experience, etc.
- Apply for the post under “Applicant Section > Apply Section.”
- Pay the application fee and retain the receipt.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form.
Application Fee for APSC JDO Recruitment:
Applicants must pay the application fee based on their category. The fee structure details are provided below.
| Category | Total Fee (₹) |
| General | 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | 197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | 47.20 |
In case of a payment failure, please click the ‘Validate Payment‘ button to verify the transaction with the bank. If there is a double debit, meaning the amount was charged twice for the same transaction, the bank will automatically refund the fee to the applicant within 5-7 working days.
Important Notes for APSC JDO Recruitment:
- Government employees must upload a certificate of employment and a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Candidates must declare compliance with Small Family Norms using Form-A (available on the APSC site).
- All certificates must be scanned in 200 dpi grayscale, clearly legible, and under 2MB in size.
- PwBD candidates may apply even if there is no reservation, but selection will be based on general merit.
- Only one application per candidate per post is allowed. If multiple applications are submitted, only the one with the higher application number will be considered.
Selection Process
- The APSC will notify the selection procedure later. This may include written tests, interviews, or both.
- Candidates may be zoned for exams based on their district of residence.
Exam Zones
| Zone Name | Districts Covered |
| Silchar | Hailakandi, Sribhumi, Cachar |
| Jorhat | Golaghat, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar & Tinsukia |
| Nagaon | Dima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon, Morigaon, Karbi Anglong and 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. |
The APSC Junior Development Officer Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for aspirants seeking a career in the Planning Services of the Transformation & Development Department, Government of Assam. If you’re looking for a stable government role in planning and development, this is your chance to join the Assam State Government. Prepare thoroughly and submit your application before the deadline. Stay updated and make the most of this opportunity!