{"id":16016,"date":"2025-09-25T07:43:46","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T07:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/?p=16016"},"modified":"2025-09-25T07:43:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T07:43:49","slug":"directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/","title":{"rendered":"Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam: Roles, Structure, Recruitment, and How to Become an Officer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/doatfinance.assam.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The <strong>Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries in Assam,<\/strong><\/a> is one of the most important aspects of the state\u2019s financial administration. It heads as a department that ensures proper treasury management, pension disbursement, and accountability of funds under the <a href=\"https:\/\/finance.assam.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Finance Department of Assam.\u00a0<\/a><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#What_Are_The_Functions_of_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\" >What Are The Functions of the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#1_Treasury_Administration\" >1. Treasury Administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#2_Fund_and_Cash_Flow_Management\" >2. Fund and Cash Flow Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#3_Pension_and_Retirement_Benefits\" >3. Pension and Retirement Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#4_Implementation_of_Technology_CTMIS\" >4. Implementation of Technology (CTMIS)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#5_Financial_Audit_and_Compliance\" >5. Financial Audit and Compliance<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Organizational_Structure_of_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\" >Organizational Structure of the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury, in Assam.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Senior_Grade%E2%80%93I_Director-level\" >Senior Grade\u2013I (Director-level)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Senior_Grade%E2%80%93II_Joint_Director-level\" >Senior Grade\u2013II (Joint Director-level)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Junior_Grades\" >Junior Grades<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Key_Entry-Level_Posts_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\" >Key Entry-Level Posts in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#1_Assistant_Treasury_Officer_ATO\" >1. Assistant Treasury Officer (ATO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#2_Assistant_Accounts_Officer_AAO\" >2. Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Recruitment_Process\" >Recruitment Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Training_Service_Conditions_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\" >Training &amp; Service Conditions in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Career_Growth_Path_in_The_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\" >Career Growth Path in The Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Pay_Perks_and_Benefits\" >Pay, Perks, and Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#How_to_Become_an_Officer_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\" >How to Become an Officer in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_1_Meet_Eligibility_Criteria\" >Step 1: Meet Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_2_Apply_through_APSC_Notification\" >Step 2: Apply through APSC Notification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_3_Prepare_for_the_Examination\" >Step 3: Prepare for the Examination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_4_Appear_for_Written_Exam\" >Step 4: Appear for Written Exam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_5_Clear_the_Interview_Viva_Voce\" >Step 5: Clear the Interview (Viva Voce)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_6_Training_Posting\" >Step 6: Training &amp; Posting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Step_7_Career_Growth\" >Step 7: Career Growth<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Pay_Scale_and_Perks\" >Pay Scale and Perks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Pay_Structure_As_per_2019_Rules\" >Pay Structure (As per 2019 Rules)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Benefits\" >Benefits<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#What_is_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\" >What is the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#Who_heads_the_Directorate\" >Who heads the Directorate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#How_can_I_become_a_Treasury_Officer_in_Assam\" >How can I become a Treasury Officer in Assam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#What_is_the_exam_syllabus\" >What is the exam syllabus?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/directorate-of-accounts-and-treasuries-in-assam\/#What_is_the_pay_scale_of_a_Director_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\" >What is the pay scale of a Director of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for <strong>APSC, UPSC, and other Assam government job exams<\/strong>, understanding the <strong>Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries (DAT), Assam,<\/strong> is extremely important. Not only is it a career pathway under the prestigious <strong>Assam Finance Service (AFS)<\/strong>, but it also plays a critical role in the economic governance of the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we will discuss the organizational structure, functions, recruitment roles, and other pay scales and allowances within the Assam Finance Service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_Functions_of_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\"><\/span>What Are The Functions of the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries looks after the f<strong>inancial discipline and treasury works <\/strong>across Assam. Some of its major works include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Treasury_Administration\"><\/span>1. Treasury Administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supervising all <strong>treasuries and sub-treasuries<\/strong> in the state.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making sure that no money is spent without proper budgetary provision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Checking all the money receipts and disbursements of the government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Fund_and_Cash_Flow_Management\"><\/span>2. Fund and Cash Flow Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keeping records of the state\u2019s revenues, spending, and remaining money.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making sure fund reaches different departments on time.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Look after advances, grants, and emergency funds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Pension_and_Retirement_Benefits\"><\/span>3. Pension and Retirement Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taking care of the disbursement of <strong>pensions, gratuities, and provident fund settlements<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To make sure retired employees receive their money correctly and on time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Implementation_of_Technology_CTMIS\"><\/span>4. Implementation of Technology (CTMIS)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Directorate monitors the implementation of the <strong>Comprehensive Treasury Management Information System (CTMIS)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This has brought <strong>e-governance and transparency<\/strong> to treasury operations. It reduces delays and improves accountability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Financial_Audit_and_Compliance\"><\/span>5. Financial Audit and Compliance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supervises internal audit mechanisms within the treasury system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works closely with the <strong>Director of Audit (Local Fund), Assam<\/strong>, to ensure compliance with Assam Financial Rules, Treasury Rules, and other guidelines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organizational_Structure_of_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\"><\/span>Organizational Structure of the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury, in Assam.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries is part of the <strong>Assam Finance Service (AFS)<\/strong> under the <strong>Finance Department of Assam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Senior_Grade%E2%80%93I_Director-level\"><\/span>Senior Grade\u2013I (Director-level)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Director of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Director of Audit (Local Fund), Assam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Director of Pension, Assam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Director of Finance (Budget), Assam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Senior_Grade%E2%80%93II_Joint_Director-level\"><\/span>Senior Grade\u2013II (Joint Director-level)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Joint Director of Accounts and Treasuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Director of Audit (Local Fund)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Director of Pension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Director (Finance Inspection)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Director (National Pension Fund)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joint Director (CTMIS)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Junior_Grades\"><\/span>Junior Grades<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Deputy Director of Finance (Budget)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deputy Director of Accounts and Treasuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treasury Officers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance and Accounts Officers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This multi-tier system ensures <strong>smooth financial governance<\/strong>, from district treasuries up to the state directorate level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Entry-Level_Posts_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\"><\/span>Key Entry-Level Posts in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Assistant_Treasury_Officer_ATO\"><\/span>1. Assistant Treasury Officer (ATO)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cadre<\/strong>: Junior Grade-II (Group \u2018B\u2019 Gazetted).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Equivalent Designations<\/strong>: Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO), Treasury Officer, Finance &amp; Accounts Officer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roles<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Oversee treasury management, bill verification, fund accounting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare treasury accounts, assist in audits, ensure compliance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advise departments on fund utilization.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eligibility<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s degree (55% for General, 50% for SC\/ST\/OBC).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3-month diploma in Computer Applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Age: 21\u201338 years (relaxable for reserved categories).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salary<\/strong>: \u20b956,100\u20131,32,000 + allowances (DA, HRA, TA, SDA).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Growth<\/strong>: Treasury Officer \u2192 Senior Treasury Officer \u2192 Chief Treasury Officer \u2192 Joint Director \u2192 Special Secretary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/assistant-treasury-officer-in-assam\/\">https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/assistant-treasury-officer-in-assam\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Assistant_Accounts_Officer_AAO\"><\/span>2. Assistant Accounts Officer (AAO)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cadre<\/strong>: Junior Grade-II (entry-level of AFS).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Roles<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Maintain departmental accounts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist in budgeting and expenditure monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scrutinize bills, ensure treasury compliance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist in audits and financial reporting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eligibility<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Graduated in Arts\/Science\/Commerce (55% for General, 50% for reserved).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3-month diploma in Computer Applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Permanent resident of Assam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salary<\/strong>: \u20b922,000\u201397,000 + GP \u20b99,100 (approx. \u20b965,000 in-hand) + SDA + allowances.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Growth<\/strong>:<br>AAO \u2192 Deputy Director \u2192 Joint Director \u2192 Director of Accounts &amp; Treasuries \u2192 Additional Secretary (Finance).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also Read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/assistant-accounts-officer-in-assam\/\">https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/assistant-accounts-officer-in-assam\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recruitment_Process\"><\/span>Recruitment Process<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Recruitment to AFS happens through <strong>two channels<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Direct Recruitment (50%)<\/strong> \u2013 Conducted by <strong>APSC<\/strong>.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Stage 1<\/strong>: Prelims (MCQs, screening).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage 2<\/strong>: Mains (Essay + 5 General Studies papers).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stage 3<\/strong>: Interview (Viva Voce).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For ATO\/AAO, APSC also conducts a separate <strong>Finance Service exam<\/strong> with subjects like:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Precis &amp; Drafting (100 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English &amp; GK (100 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial Rules &amp; Accounts (150 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bookkeeping (100 marks)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interview (100 marks)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Promotion (50%)<\/strong> \u2013 From feeder services such as:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Assam Accounts Service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>District Treasury Service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subordinate Local Fund Audit Service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Training_Service_Conditions_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\"><\/span>Training &amp; Service Conditions in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Training<\/strong>: Selected officers undergo <strong>6 months of training<\/strong> + <strong>3 months of attachment<\/strong> at the <strong>Central Training Institute, Assam<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bond<\/strong>: Direct recruits sign a <strong>5-year service bond<\/strong> after training.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Posting<\/strong>: Initial postings are usually as Treasury Officers or Finance &amp; Accounts Officers in districts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Career_Growth_Path_in_The_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasury_in_Assam\"><\/span>Career Growth Path in The Directorate of Accounts and Treasury in Assam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A career in the DAT offers <strong>structured promotions<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Junior Grade-II \u2192 Junior Grade-I (Deputy Director\/Financial Adviser)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Senior Grade-II \u2192 Joint Director<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Senior Grade-I \u2192 Director of Accounts &amp; Treasuries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selection Grade \u2192 Additional Secretary (Finance)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With time, merit, and departmental exams, officers can reach <strong>policy-making roles in the Finance Secretariat<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pay_Perks_and_Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Pay, Perks, and Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basic Pay (Entry-level ATO\/AAO)<\/strong>: \u20b922,000\u201397,000 or \u20b956,100\u20131,32,000 (depending on post).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Allowances<\/strong>: DA, HRA, TA, Medical, LTC, Insurance, Pension, Special Duty Allowance (12.5% for NE postings).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perks<\/strong>: Job security, structured promotions, and post-retirement benefits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Become_an_Officer_in_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\"><\/span><strong>How to Become an Officer in the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming an officer in this prestigious directorate requires <strong>planning, preparation, and persistence<\/strong>. Here\u2019s a complete roadmap:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Meet_Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>Step 1: Meet Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure you are within the <strong>age limit (21\u201338 years)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduated from a recognized university. A commerce or economics background is helpful but not mandatory.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Apply_through_APSC_Notification\"><\/span><strong>Step 2: Apply through APSC Notification<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep an eye on the <strong>APSC official website<\/strong> and Assam Gazette notifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply online when <strong>AFS recruitment<\/strong> is announced.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Prepare_for_the_Examination\"><\/span><strong>Step 3: Prepare for the Examination<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Study the <strong>syllabus<\/strong> carefully (Financial Rules, Accounts, Bookkeeping, General Studies).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow standard books like:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>Indian Financial System<\/em> by H. Dalton<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Introduction to Indian Public Finance<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assam Financial Rules &amp; Treasury Rules (official documents).<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice drafting, pr\u00e9cis writing, and bookkeeping problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Appear_for_Written_Exam\"><\/span><strong>Step 4: Appear for Written Exam<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The written exam has <strong>4 papers<\/strong> (550 marks).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on <strong>accuracy, clarity, and speed<\/strong> in both accounts and drafting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Clear_the_Interview_Viva_Voce\"><\/span><strong>Step 5: Clear the Interview (Viva Voce)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Conducted by APSC to test knowledge, personality, and suitability for financial administration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marks: 100.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_6_Training_Posting\"><\/span><strong>Step 6: Training &amp; Posting<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Selected candidates undergo <strong>training at Central Training Institute, Assam<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They serve as <strong>Treasury Officers or Finance &amp; Accounts Officers<\/strong> at the start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_7_Career_Growth\"><\/span><strong>Step 7: Career Growth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Junior Grade\u2013II \u2192 Junior Grade\u2013I \u2192 Senior Grade\u2013II (Joint Director) \u2192 Senior Grade\u2013I (Director).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With experience and merit, one can rise to the <strong>Director of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pay_Scale_and_Perks\"><\/span>Pay Scale and Perks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pay_Structure_As_per_2019_Rules\"><\/span>Pay Structure (As per 2019 Rules)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Senior Grade\u2013I (Director)<\/strong>: \u20b930,000 \u2013 \u20b91,10,000 + GP \u20b915,900<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Senior Grade\u2013II (Joint Director)<\/strong>: \u20b930,000 \u2013 \u20b91,10,000 + GP \u20b913,900<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Junior Grade\u2013I<\/strong>: \u20b930,000 \u2013 \u20b91,10,000 + GP \u20b912,700<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Junior Grade\u2013II (entry)<\/strong>: \u20b930,000 \u2013 \u20b91,10,000 + GP \u20b912,700<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits\"><\/span>Benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dearness Allowance (DA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>House Rent Allowance (HRA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Travel Allowance (TA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pension and Retirement Benefits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical Benefits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/strong>, is not just an administrative office\u2014it is the guardian of Assam\u2019s financial discipline. From ensuring salaries and pensions to implementing digital treasury systems, it plays a <strong>vital role in governance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For aspirants, joining the DAT through the <strong>Assam Finance Service<\/strong> offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>stable, prestigious government job<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Opportunities for <strong>policy-level roles<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A career that combines <strong>finance, governance, and public service<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Becoming an officer here is challenging, but with persistence and preparation, it is one of the most rewarding career paths in Assam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-assam-finance-service-officer\/\">https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/how-to-become-an-assam-finance-service-officer\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Directorate_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\"><\/span>What is the Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is the state\u2019s central authority for managing treasuries, pensions, and public funds, functioning under the Assam Finance Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_heads_the_Directorate\"><\/span>Who heads the Directorate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Director of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam<\/strong>, who is a <strong>Senior Grade-I-I officer of the Assam Finance Service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_become_a_Treasury_Officer_in_Assam\"><\/span>How can I become a Treasury Officer in Assam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You must clear the <strong>Assam Finance Service (AFS) exam conducted by APSC<\/strong>. After training, you are posted as a <strong>Treasury Officer \/ Finance &amp; Accounts Officer<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_exam_syllabus\"><\/span>What is the exam syllabus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It includes <strong>Financial Rules, Treasury Rules, Bookkeeping, English, General Knowledge, and Viva Voce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_pay_scale_of_a_Director_of_Accounts_and_Treasuries_Assam\"><\/span>What is the pay scale of a Director of Accounts and Treasuries, Assam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u20b930,000 \u2013 \u20b91,10,000 + Grade Pay \u20b915,900 (Senior Grade\u2013I).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries in Assam, is one of the most important aspects&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":16017,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_coblocks_attr":"","_coblocks_dimensions":"","_coblocks_responsive_height":"","_coblocks_accordion_ie_support":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5447],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16016","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-how-to-become"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16016","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16016"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16016\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":16018,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16016\/revisions\/16018"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16017"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16016"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16016"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.borthakursiasacademy.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16016"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}