APSC Research Assistant Admit Card 2026 Out – Advt. No. 28/2025
Assam Public Service Commission • Finance (Budget) Department • 3 Research Assistant Posts
| Advertisement No. | 28/2025, dated 30 August 2025 |
| Post | Research Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 3 Posts |
| Department | Finance (Budget) Department, Government of Assam |
| Qualification | Graduate in Arts / Science / Commerce |
| Age Limit | 21 to 38 Years as on 1 January 2025 |
| Pay Scale | ₹22,000–₹97,000 + Grade Pay ₹9,400 |
| Admit Card Release | 17 August 2026 – Released |
| Screening Test | 23 August 2026 | 10:00 AM–12:00 Noon |
| Exam Pattern | OMR | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
APSC Research Assistant Vacancy, Recruitment and Exam Details
Vacancy, pay and exam-stage figures in the existing five-column layout
| Particular | Count / Date | Category / Stage | Pay / Time | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 1 Post | UR | PB-3 | 1 vacancy |
| OBC / MOBC | 1 Post | Reserved | PB-3 | 1 vacancy |
| Scheduled Tribe (Plains) | 1 Post | ST(P) | PB-3 | 1 vacancy |
| Total Vacancies | 3 Posts | All categories | ₹22,000–₹97,000 | Finance (Budget) Department |
| Category / Particular | Posts / Amount |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1 Post |
| OBC / MOBC | 1 Post |
| Scheduled Tribe (Plains) – ST(P) | 1 Post |
| Total Research Assistant Vacancies | 3 Posts |
APSC Research Assistant Eligibility 2025–26
Degree requirement, preferred subjects, computer skill and Assam documents
- ✓Essential Qualification: Applicants need a recognised university degree in Arts, Science or Commerce.
- ✓Preferred Academic Background: An academic background that includes Economics, Statistics or Mathematics carries preference.
- ✓Computer Skill: A Computer Application diploma of six months is shown as a desirable credential.
- ✓Citizenship: Citizenship eligibility has to match the condition attached to this APSC advertisement.
- ✓Assam Residence Proof: Keep the Assam residence-related proof named in the notice ready for document checking.
- ✓Current Stage: Applications are no longer open. For the test stage, the candidate's name needs to appear in APSC's accepted list and a valid e-Admission Certificate must be carried.
| Category / Rule | Age / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Basic Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Basic Maximum Age | 38 Years |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 January 2025 |
| SC / ST | 5 Years relaxation |
| OBC / MOBC | 3 Years relaxation |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 Years relaxation |
| Eligible Government Employees | Up to 45 Years, subject to rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | Up to 50 Years, with applicable service-rule relaxation |
- ✓Department: These vacancies are attached to the Finance (Budget) Department of the Assam Government.
- ✓Nature of Work: The role is connected with the department's budget, data, economic and research support work.
- ✓Appointment: Appointment comes only after the required merit, eligibility and reservation checks are completed through APSC.
| Section / Rule | Questions | Marks | Time / Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation | Part of 100 | 60 | Combined duration |
| Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability | Part of 100 | 50 | Combined duration |
| English Language | Part of 100 | 40 | Comprehension & Precision |
| General / Financial Awareness | Part of 100 | 50 | Economy & Budget-related |
| Total Screening Test | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Question Type / Mode | Objective MCQ | OMR Based | 10:00 AM–12:00 Noon |
- ✓Handling and arranging financial, budget, statistical or economic data used in departmental work.
- ✓Helping prepare data tables, background material, short research notes and routine analysis for officers.
- ✓Working with spreadsheets and office tools for tabulation, comparison, data entry and report support.
- ✓Assisting with budget-related records while keeping official information accurate and appropriately confidential.
- ✓Taking up other research or office tasks assigned within the Finance (Budget) Department.
- ✓Confusing two Research Assistant recruitments: this article covers Finance (Budget) Department, Advt. 28/2025, and not the separate Labour Welfare Department recruitment.
- ✓Using an unofficial hall ticket page: use apscrecruitment.in and confirm the advertisement number before opening the hall ticket.
- ✓Ignoring the candidate list: match your name, Application ID and roll number with the APSC list before relying on the entry.
- ✓Assuming negative marking: do not invent a deduction rate; the syllabus sheet does not print one, so use the paper instructions.
- ✓Trusting an unofficial answer key for objections: use only the key and objection directions published through APSC for any challenge.
- ✓A readable printout of the APSC Research Assistant e-Admission Certificate.
- ✓A valid original photo ID whose personal details match the hall ticket.
- ✓A recent photograph or any extra item only when the individual hall-ticket instructions require it.
- ✓Degree certificate and relevant mark sheets for the later eligibility-checking stage.
- ✓Applicable category, residence, age and computer-diploma records.
- ✓Application acknowledgement plus copies of the documents submitted with the online form.
- 1Open the official portal: go to apscrecruitment.in, or open the direct hall-ticket link given under Important Links.
- 2Choose the admit-card route: choose the option labelled “Admit Card by Application Number”.
- 3Select the correct examination: pick Research Assistant under Finance (Budget) Department and check that Advt. 28/2025 is shown.
- 4Enter the Application Number: type the same Application Number generated at registration.
- 5Enter date of birth: enter the birth date in the format shown on the login screen.
- 6Submit and open the hall ticket: wait for the hall-ticket PDF to open fully before saving a copy.
- 7Check every detail: check the name, roll number, photograph, exam date, time, venue and reporting details line by line.
- 8Print a clear copy: print a copy on which the photograph, signature and text remain clear.
- 9Report any discrepancy: use the official APSC contact details if any entry on the hall ticket looks wrong.
- ?When was the APSC Research Assistant admit card released?
APSC made the e-Admission Certificate available on 17 August 2026 for this OMR screening test. - ?What is the exam date and time?
The scheduled slot is 23 August 2026, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon. - ?How many vacancies are advertised?
The advertised total under reference 28/2025 is three Research Assistant posts. - ?Which department has these posts?
These vacancies are attached to the Finance (Budget) Department of the Assam Government. - ?What is the official exam pattern?
The screening paper carries 100 objective questions, 200 marks and a two-hour time limit. - ?What login details are required?
The official hall-ticket login uses the Application Number together with date of birth. - ?Has the answer key been released?
The last direct official-page check used for this version did not confirm a post-specific key deadline. The APSC Answer Keys page should be used for the live position. - ?What is the salary?
PB-3 carries ₹22,000–₹97,000; the Grade Pay is ₹9,400, with admissible allowances added separately.