Water Resources Department Recruitment 2025 – 212 AE & JE Vacancies Open in Assam

The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released a new recruitment notification for the Water Resources Department, Government of Assam. A total of 212 vacancies are available for the posts of Assistant Engineer (Civil & Mechanical) and Junior Engineer (Civil).

This is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates and diploma holders looking to secure a government job in Assam. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official APSC portal.

Vacancy Details for Water Resources Department Recruitment 2025

1. Assistant Engineer (AE) – Civil

• Total Posts: 45
• Category-wise Distribution:
  • UR: 5
  • SC: 7
  • STP: 5
  • STH: 4
  • OBC/MOBC: 24
• Pay Scale: ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 (PB-4) + Grade Pay of ₹12,700 per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 38 years as on 01-01-2025
• Educational Qualification:
  • B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university
  • OR Passed AMIE (Part A & B) in Civil Engineering (only if enrolled before 31-05-2013)
  • Course must be regular (Distance learning degrees are not accepted)

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2. Assistant Engineer (AE) – Mechanical

• Total Posts: 7
• Category-wise Distribution:
  • UR: 5
  • STP: 1
  • OBC/MOBC: 1
• Pay Scale: ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 (PB-4) + Grade Pay of ₹12,700 per month
• Age Limit: 21 to 38 years as on 01-01-2025
• Educational Qualification:
  • B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university
  • OR Passed AMIE (Part A & B) in Mechanical Engineering (only if enrolled before 31-05-2013)
  • Only full-time regular courses accepted

3. Junior Engineer (JE) – Civil

• Total Posts: 160
• Category-wise Distribution:
  • UR: 88
  • SC: 15
  • STP: 20
  • STH: 7
  • OBC/MOBC: 22
• Pay Scale: ₹14,000 to ₹70,000 (PB-2) + Grade Pay of ₹8,700 per month
• Age Limit: 18 to 40 years as on 01-01-2025
• Educational Qualification:
  • Diploma in Civil Engineering / Construction Technology / Civil & Planning (3 years)
  • Must be from a recognized AICTE-approved institute
  • Distance mode diplomas are not accepted

Other Eligibility Criteria

Citizenship Requirements:

• Must be an Indian citizen as defined under Article 5 to 8 of the Indian Constitution

Residentship:

• Candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam
• Must produce a PRC (Permanent Residence Certificate) issued for educational purposes or a valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate from Assam

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST Candidates: 5 years (up to 43 years)
• OBC/MOBC Candidates: 3 years (up to 41 years)
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): 10 years

Application Fees

• Payment Mode: Online only

How to Apply for Water Resources Department Recruitment?

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the official APSC recruitment portal.
2. Scroll to the Important Web-Links section.
3. Click on the Online Application Form.
4. Register and log in with your details.
5. Fill out the form with personal and educational information.
6. Upload required documents including a passport-size photo and signature.
7. Pay the application fee based on your category.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Take a printout of the submitted form for future use.

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FAQs – Water Resources Department Recruitment 2025

1. What is the total number of vacancies?
A total of 212 vacancies are available across AE (Civil & Mech) and JE (Civil) posts.

2. What is the application fee for OBC candidates?
The application fee for OBC/MOBC category candidates is ₹197.20.

3. Is AMIE qualification acceptable?
Yes, AMIE (India) Part A & B is accepted only if enrolled on or before 31-05-2013.

4. Can candidates from outside Assam apply?
No, candidates must be permanent residents of Assam with valid PRC or Employment Exchange Certificate.

5. Are distance education degrees valid?
No, distance education qualifications are not accepted for this recruitment.