The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has released the official notification for the Combined Secondary Level Examination (CSLE) 2026 — Advertisement No. 07/26 — inviting online applications for 93 Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) posts across various departments of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. The notification was issued on 14 October 2026.
Online applications will open on 9 November 2026 (3:00 PM) and the last date to apply is 23 November 2026 (3:00 PM). This is a single-stage selection through an objective written examination — there is no interview. Candidates must be APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe) with a valid PRC to apply. Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued (Advt 07/26) | 14 October 2026 |
| Online application starts | 9 November 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Last date to apply online | 23 November 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Tentative written exam date | 20 December 2026 (Sunday) |
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates (except PwBD) | Rs. 150 (non-refundable) |
| PwBD candidates | Nil (exempt) |
The fee must be paid online only through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 38/26 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 69 |
| 45/26 | MTS (Peon) | 8 |
| 40/26 | MTS (Cook) | 6 |
| 46/26 | MTS (Sweeper) | 4 |
| 39/26 | MTS (Chowkidar) | 2 |
| 41/26 | MTS (Dak Runner) | 1 |
| 42/26 | MTS (Duftry) | 1 |
| 43/26 | MTS (Helper) | 1 |
| 44/26 | MTS (Mali) | 1 |
| Total | 93 |
Category-wise distribution: APST – 70 posts, UR – 23 posts. Of the 93 posts, 1 post is reserved for PwBD (locomotor disability) and 4 posts for Ex-Servicemen on a horizontal basis.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age: 35 years
- Age will be counted as on the closing date, 23 November 2026.
Age relaxation:
- APST candidates: 5 years (up to 40 years)
- PwBD candidates: 15 years (up to 50 years)
- Departmental candidates with 3 years of continuous service: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: as per rules (military service period deducted from age)
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale
All 93 posts carry Pay Matrix Level-1: Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900 (7th CPC), plus admissible allowances as per Arunachal Pradesh government rules.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil all of the following conditions as on the closing date (23 November 2026):
- Educational qualification: Class X (10th) pass OR ITI OR equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or Institution.
- Domicile: The candidate must be an APST (Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe) and must possess a valid Permanent Residential Certificate (PRC) of Arunachal Pradesh. Non-APST candidates cannot apply.
- Language: Working knowledge of an indigenous tribal language of Arunachal Pradesh is mandatory.
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years as on 23 November 2026 (relaxation as per rules above).
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying, as applications not meeting any of these conditions will be rejected.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection will be made through a single-stage objective-type written examination. There is no interview.
- Written examination — 100 objective (MCQ) questions, 200 marks, 2 hours duration.
- Document verification — candidates shortlisted on the basis of written exam marks will be called for verification of original documents.
Final merit will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination, subject to qualifying the minimum cut-off and document verification.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- One application per candidate: submit only one online application for CSLE 2026. Multiple applications can lead to rejection.
- Read before you fill: go through the official notification (Advt 07/26) completely before starting the online form, especially the eligibility conditions and the document specifications.
- Correct details matter: enter your name, date of birth and category exactly as they appear on your certificates. Discrepancies found during document verification can lead to disqualification.
- Keep proof safe: after final submission, save the application number/registration number and take a printout of the submitted form — you will need these for the admit card and all future correspondence.
- Photo and signature: upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature strictly in the format and file size prescribed in the notification; applications with unclear uploads are liable to be rejected.
- Do not wait for the last day: the application window closes on 23 November 2026 at 3:00 PM sharp, and heavy traffic is common in the final hours. Apply early.
- APST-only recruitment: this examination is open only to APST candidates of Arunachal Pradesh. Applications from non-APST candidates will not be accepted.
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
| General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 50 |
| Arithmetical and Numerical Ability | 25 | 50 |
| Test of English Language and Comprehension | 25 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 200 |
- Duration: 2 hours
- Each question carries 2 marks
- Minimum qualifying marks: 33% in aggregate
- No negative marking
- Tentative exam date: 20 December 2026 (Sunday)
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
Keep the following ready before filling the online application form:
- Class X / ITI certificate and marksheet
- Valid Arunachal Pradesh PRC
- APST certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specifications in the notification)
- Signature (scanned, as per specifications)
- Valid photo ID proof
- PwBD / Ex-Serviceman certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply for APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official APSSB website apssb.nic.in (application link opens 9 November 2026, 3:00 PM).
- Open the “Apply Online” section and select Advertisement No. 07/26 (CSLE 2026).
- Complete the one-time registration with a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications and post preferences carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 150 online (PwBD exempt).
- Review the entire form before final submission — corrections may not be allowed later.
- Submit the form and download/print the final application for your records.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online (from 9 Nov 2026) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Q1. How many posts are there in APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026? There are 93 Multi Tasking Staff posts, including MTS, Peon, Cook, Sweeper, Chowkidar, Dak Runner, Duftry, Helper and Mali, under Advertisement No. 07/26.
Q2. What are the APSSB MTS 2026 application dates? Online applications open on 9 November 2026 (3:00 PM) and close on 23 November 2026 (3:00 PM). The tentative written exam is on 20 December 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee for APSSB MTS Recruitment 2026? Rs. 150 for all candidates except PwBD, who are exempt. The fee is payable online only.
Q4. Can non-APST candidates apply for APSSB MTS 2026? No. Only APST candidates with a valid Arunachal Pradesh PRC and working knowledge of an indigenous tribal language can apply.
Q5. What is the selection process for APSSB MTS 2026? A single-stage objective written exam (100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours, minimum 33% to qualify, no negative marking), followed by document verification. There is no interview.
Best of luck to all applicants! Apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute website congestion.
Sources: Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board official notification (Advt No. 07/26, apssb.nic.in); testbook.com; freejobalert.com; sahisarkarijobs.in
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