APSSB NTME 2026 recruitment for 217 posts: apply online by 5 November

The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has released the notification for the Non-Ministerial Technical Examination (NTME) 2026, aiming to fill 217 Group C technical posts. The online application process is scheduled to commence on 21 October 2026 at 3:00 PM.

Prospective candidates can submit their applications through the official website, apssb.nic.in, until the deadline of 5 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. The recruitment drive, under Advertisement Number 06/26, targets various departments, including healthcare, police, driving, and publicity-related roles.

Overview of Vacancies and Application Process

A total of 217 vacancies have been announced across diverse Group C technical positions. These include roles such as Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM), Laboratory Technician, Pharmacist, ECG Technician, Head Constable Driver, and Constable (MT) Driver. The selection process for these posts will involve a written examination and subsequent post-specific tests.

The application fee for eligible candidates is ₹150, while Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are exempt from this fee. The tentative date for the written examination is 29 November 2026. Further post-specific tests, such as PET/PST, Driving Test, and Competency Test, are tentatively scheduled to begin from 19 January 2027 and 28 January 2027, respectively.

Eligibility Criteria and Age Limits

Candidates applying for the APSSB NTME 2026 must be citizens of India and possess a valid Permanent Residence Certificate (PRC) of Arunachal Pradesh. Additionally, an Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) certificate is mandatory. Applicants are also required to be able to speak an Indigenous Tribal Language of Arunachal Pradesh and have working knowledge of local indigenous tribes.

The age limits vary depending on the specific post. For most technical posts and specified driver/publicity roles, the minimum age is 18 years and the maximum is 35 years. However, for Head Constable Driver, the age limit is 18 to 32 years, and for Constable (MT) Driver (IRBn and Civil Police), it is 18 to 22 years.

Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution and Qualifications

The 217 vacancies are distributed across 13 different posts. Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM) has the highest number of openings with 61 vacancies, followed by Constable (MT) Driver (IRBn) with 31 and Dental Technician with 23. Each post has specific educational qualification requirements, ranging from Class 10 with relevant driving licenses to Class 12 Science with diplomas in specialized technical fields.

For instance, an ANM post requires Class 10/12 with a 2-year ANM course and necessary registration, while a Laboratory Technician needs Class 12 Science with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT). Head Constable Driver applicants must have Class 10 with a valid HMV driving licence. These criteria are uniformly applied to all categories of vacancies in this examination, as per Government of Arunachal Pradesh Notification No. AR-33/17/2026-SECT-1-AR/111 dated 26 August 2026.

Steps to Apply Online

Prospective candidates for the APSSB NTME Recruitment 2026 can apply online through the official website, apssb.nic.in. The application process is scheduled to commence on 21 October 2026 at 3:00 PM and will conclude on 5 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applicants must first visit the official website of the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board and navigate to the “Apply Online” section, selecting the link for the Non-Ministerial Technical Examination (NTME) 2026.

Following the selection of the appropriate link, candidates are required to complete a registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID. After successful registration, applicants can log in with their new credentials to access and fill out the online application form. This form necessitates the input of personal, educational, and other relevant details. Candidates must then select the specific post and department for which they meet the eligibility criteria, upload required documents such as a photograph and signature, and pay the application fee of ₹150, unless exempted as a Person with Benchmark Disability (PwBD). Finally, applicants should review all entered information before submitting the form and are advised to download and print a copy for future reference.

1. Visit the official website of the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board at apssb.nic.in.
2. Locate and click on the ‘Apply Online’ section, then select the Non-Ministerial Technical Examination (NTME) 2026 link.
3. Complete the initial registration process by providing a valid mobile number and email ID.
4. Log in using the generated registration credentials and proceed to fill out the online application form.
5. Select the desired post and department for which the eligibility criteria are met.
6. Upload the necessary documents, including a photograph and signature, as specified in the notification.
7. Pay the application fee of ₹150, if applicable. PwBD candidates are exempted from this fee.
8. Review all entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
9. Download and print a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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