Apply Now – APSC Recruitment – Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment 2025: 16 Ranger Vacancies

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Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Soil Conservation Ranger under the Soil Conservation Department, Government of Assam.

Post Details

Post NameDepartmentTotal VacanciesReserved for PwBD (HI)Ex-Servicemen Reserved
Soil Conservation RangerSoil Conservation Dept.1601 (Hearing Impaired)0

Reservation Break-up

CategoryTotalReserved for Women (RFW)
Open0903
OBC/MOBC0100
SC0301
ST(P)0201
ST(H)0100
Total1605

Pay Scale

Pay ScaleGrade PayPay Band
₹22,000 to ₹97,000/month₹9,700PB‑3
Other Benefits: As per Assam State Govt. norms

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality & Domicile

  • Must be an Indian Citizen (as per Articles 5–8 of the Constitution).
  • Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
  • Must upload PRC for educational/employment purpose OR Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2025)

CategoryAge Range
General21 to 38 years
OBC/MOBC/Tea Tribesup to 41 years
SC/STup to 43 years
Ex-Servicemenup to 50 years (UR) +3 yrs (OBC), +5 yrs (SC/ST)
PwBD+10 years

Note: Age will be calculated based on Class X/XII Admit Card or Certificate only.

Educational Qualification

Qualification Required
Bachelor’s Degree in Science with any one of the following: Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Forestry, Environmental Science OR Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, or Civil Engineering from any Govt. recognized university

Physical Fitness Requirements

Physical Standards

GenderHeight (cm)Chest (cm) – NormalExpansion
Male15584+5
Female14579+5

Physical Test

GenderRequirementDuration
MaleWalk 25 km4 hours
FemaleWalk 16 km4 hours
  • Must also submit medical fitness certificate from a competent authority.

Scheme of Examination

PaperSubjectDurationMarksTypeNegative Marking
Paper-IGeneral Knowledge2 hrs100OMR/MCQYes (0.25 per Q)
Paper-IIGeneral English3 hrs100DescriptiveNo
Paper-IIIOptional Subject-I2 hrs200OMR/MCQYes (0.25 per Q)
Paper-IVOptional Subject-II2 hrs200OMR/MCQYes (0.25 per Q)

Optional Subjects (Choose Any Two):

  • Agriculture / Agricultural Engineering / Horticulture (only one allowed from this group)
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Geology
  • Forestry
  • Environmental Science
  • Civil Engineering

Application Fee

CategoryApplication FeeProcessing Fee (CSC)Total Payable
General₹250₹47.20₹297.20
OBC/MOBC₹150₹47.20₹197.20
SC/ST/BPL/PwBDNIL₹47.20₹47.20

Selection Process

  • Written Examination (Objective + Descriptive)
  • Physical Test (walking, height/chest)
  • Interview/Viva‑Voce
  • Medical Fitness Verification
  • Document Verification

Application Process

  1. Visit https://apscrecruitment.in
  2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR).
  3. Upload documents: Photo, Signature, PRC/Exchange ID, Educational Certificates, Caste, PwBD, Form-A (Small Family Norms), etc.
  4. Submit application form and pay fee.
  5. Save & print the application for future reference.

Important Documents Required at Interview

  • HSLC/HSSLC mark sheet/admit card for DOB
  • Degree certificate with subject details
  • Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/MOBC)
  • PRC/Employment Exchange Certificate
  • Form-A (Small Family Norms)
  • Physical Fitness Certificate
  • PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/NOC (if applicable)
  • ID Proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)

Zone-wise Examination Centers

ZoneDistricts Covered
SilcharHailakandi, Sribhumi, Cachar
JorhatGolaghat, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Majuli, Charaideo, Sivasagar, Tinsukia
NagaonDima Hasao, Hojai, Nagaon, Morigaon, Karbi Anglong
TezpurBiswanath, Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Sonitpur, Udalguri
KokrajharBongaigaon, Chirang, Dhubri, Goalpara, Kokrajhar, South Salmara
GuwahatiBarpeta, Baksa, Kamrup, Kamrup (M), Nalbari, Darrang, Bajali, Tamulpur

Important Dates

ActivityDate
Start of Online Application09 July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online09 August 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment11 August 2025
DescriptionLink
Online Application FormClick Here
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply online?

The last date to apply is 09 August 2025.

What is the required qualification?

Bachelor’s degree in Science (with relevant subjects) or Agriculture/Engineering from a recognized university.

What is the physical test requirement?

25 km walk (males), 16 km walk (females) in 4 hours, with minimum height and chest criteria.

How many vacancies are available?

16 total vacancies, including reserved posts.

Is there any age relaxation for Ex-servicemen?

Yes, up to 50 years for UR; further extended for OBC/SC/ST.

What is the pay scale?

₹22,000–97,000 with Grade Pay of ₹9,700.

Is the application process offline?

No. Apply only through the official APSC portal.

Is there negative marking in the exam?

Yes, 0.25 mark deduction per wrong answer in MCQ papers.

Can I apply if I have a backlog in my degree?

No. Only candidates with complete degrees are eligible.

Is the optional subject paper mandatory?

Yes. Candidates must select and attempt 2 optional subjects.

Stay updated with APSC ORG official website for further details and notifications.

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