On February 24, 2025, the Assam Public Service Commission took over Assam. People should be aware that the APSC recruitment portal will be open for applications until March 23, 2025.
Fisheries Development Officer (FDO) Application – Assam Fishery Department
| Country | India | ||||||||||||||||
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| State | Assam | ||||||||||||||||
| Post Name | Fisheries Development Officer (FDO) | ||||||||||||||||
| Department | Fishery Department, Government of Assam | ||||||||||||||||
| Number of Vacancies | 65 (UR: 30, OBC/MOBC: 17, SC: 5, ST(P): 6, ST(H): 3) (4 reserved for PwBD) | ||||||||||||||||
| Eligibility Criteria | Educational Qualification: B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) from a UGC-recognized institution. Age Limit: 21-38 years as of 01.01.2025 (Relaxation: OBC/MOBC – 3 years, SC/ST – 5 years, PwBD – 10 years). | ||||||||||||||||
| Application Fee | UR: ₹297.20 OBC/MOBC: ₹197.20 SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: ₹47.20 | ||||||||||||||||
| Selection Process | 1. Written Exam (Objective, 2 Papers of 150 Marks each) 2. Interview (15-30 minutes) 3. Document Verification | ||||||||||||||||
| Pay Scale | ₹30,000/- to ₹1,10,000/- (Pay Band 4) + ₹12,700/- Grade Pay + Allowances | ||||||||||||||||
| Official Website | https://apscrecruitment.in/ | ||||||||||||||||
| Important Dates | Application Period: February 24 – March 23, 2025 Fee Payment Deadline: March 25, 2025 | ||||||||||||||||
| Important Links | Apply Online: Click Here Notification PDF: Download Here | ||||||||||||||||
| Vacancies Breakdown | Unreserved: 30 Other Backward Class / More Other Backward Class: 17 Scheduled Caste: 5 Scheduled Tribe (Plains): 6 Scheduled Tribe (Hills): 3 4 vacancies reserved for Persons With Benchmark Disability (PwBD). | ||||||||||||||||
| Eligibility Criteria | Educational Qualification: B.F.Sc. (Bachelor of Fisheries Science) from a UGC-recognized institution. Age Limit: 21-38 years as of January 01, 2025. Upper age relaxation as per government rules: OBC/MOBC: 3 years (up to 41 years) SC/ST(P)/ST(H): 5 years (up to 43 years) PwBD: 10 years | ||||||||||||||||
| Application & Processing Fee |
Make sure to pay the application fee by March 25, 2025. | ||||||||||||||||
| Selection Process Details | Written Exam: Mode: Offline Duration: Paper 1: 2.5 Hours, Paper 2: 2.5 Hours Total Questions: Paper 1: 150, Paper 2: 150 Maximum Marks: Paper 1: 150, Paper 2: 150 Question Type: Objective Marking Scheme: 1 mark for correct response, No negative marking Sections: Paper I: General Studies & Mental Ability, Paper II: Fisheries Science Medium: English & AssameseInterview: Mode: Face-to-face Duration: 15-30 Minutes Language: English/Assamese Individuals who pass the Written Exam will be called for the Interview, followed by Document Verification for shortlisted candidates. | ||||||||||||||||
| Pay Scale | ₹30,000/- to ₹1,10,000/- (Pay Band 4) + ₹12,700/- Grade Pay + Additional Benefits (Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, etc.) |
Note: Please apply before the deadline and ensure to pay the application fee by March 25, 2025.
