Chemist in the Directorate of Geology and Mining Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹30,000 - ₹110,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Second Class M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 38 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Assam Public Service Commission is inviting applications for 2 vacancies of Chemist in the Directorate of Geology and Mining under the Mines and Minerals Department. Successful candidates will be appointed in Pay Band 4 with a salary range of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 plus a Grade Pay of ₹12,700. Applicants must hold at least a Second Class M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry from a recognized university to be eligible for this scientific role. This position offers a prestigious opportunity to work within the Assam Government's mineral resource sector, providing long-term career stability and professional growth.
- The age limit for applicants is 21 to 38 years as of January 1, 2026, with relaxations up to 43 years for SC/ST and 41 years for OBC/MOBC candidates.
- Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam and provide a valid Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration as proof.
- The selection process will be conducted across six zones including Silchar, Jorhat, Nagaon, Tezpur, Kokrajhar, and Guwahati.
- A total application fee of ₹297.20 is applicable for General category candidates, while SC/ST/BPL/PwBD candidates pay a reduced fee of ₹47.20.
- The final date for online application submission is July 17, 2026, with a separate deadline of July 19 for fee payment.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 with Grade Pay of ₹12,700 in Pay Band - 4 plus other admissible allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening Test Written Examination Viva-Voce / Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
General: ₹297.20 OBC/MOBC: ₹197.20 SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: ₹47.20
Reservation
Open Category: 1 Post OBC/MOBC: 1 Post SC/ST/EWS: Nil (Candidates may apply under Open Category)
How to Apply
- Visit the official APSC recruitment portal at https://apscrecruitment.in.
- Register via the One Time Registration (OTR) link if you are a new user.
- Log in with your credentials and select the Chemist post under the Mines and Minerals Department.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload a scanned photograph and signature (50 KB to 200 KB) and required documents in PDF format (max 4 MB).
- Pay the application fee online using the integrated payment gateway.
- Review all details and submit the application before the deadline.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The post carries a pay scale of ₹30,000 to ₹1,10,000 in Pay Band 4, with an additional Grade Pay of ₹12,700 per month.
Candidates must possess at least a Second Class M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry from a University recognized by the Government.
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 38 years as of January 1, 2026, with applicable government relaxations for reserved categories.
