25 posts of Research Assistant

Assamexam; Assam; On-site; INR 4,50,000 - 6,75,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Research Assistant in a government department in Assam. This role involves contributing to planning services under the Transformation and Development Department. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Arts, Science, or Commerce, especially those with a focus on Statistics, Economics, or Mathematics, are encouraged to apply. The position offers a competitive salary scale ranging from Rs. 22,000 to Rs. 97,000 plus allowances, making it a rewarding career path for dedicated individuals. If you are a permanent resident of Assam and meet the eligibility criteria, this could be the perfect chance to make a significant impact in your community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields required.
• Preference for Honours Graduates.

Skills

Statistics

Economics

Mathematics

Agricultural Economics

Sociology

Anthropology

Business Administration

Geography

Education

Bachelor Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce

Job description

APSC Recruitment 2023 – 25 posts of Research Assistant

Planning Services under Transformation and Development Dept. Govt of Assam jobs

Reservation of posts: 16 posts for Open Category, 5 posts for OBC/MOBC, 1 post for SC, 2 posts for STP and 1 post for STH.

Scale of Pay: Pay scale + Grade Pay + Other allowances as admissible to the Assam State Government employees from time to time (per month).

Pay scale (PB – 3): Rs. 22,000/- to Rs. 97,000/- + Grade Pay: Rs. 9,400/-

Age Limit: The candidates should not be less than 21 years of age and not more than 38 years of age as on 01/01/2023. The upper age limit is relaxable:
(i) By 5 years for SC/ST candidates, i.e. up to 43 years.
(ii) By 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates, i.e. up to 41 years as per Govt. Notification No. ABP. 6/2016/9 dated Dispur the 25th April 2018.
(iii) For Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) by 10 years irrespective of SC/ST/OBC and General Category of candidate as per Govt. Memorandum No. ABP 180/2017/105 dated Dispur the 7th January, 2019.

Education Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Arts, Science or Commerce from any recognized University with either Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Agricultural Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Anthropology, Social Work, Business Administration, Business Management, Geography or Commerce as one of the subjects. Preference shall be given to Honours Graduates.
(Upload relevant marksheet/certificate reflecting the subjects)

Eligibility Criteria:
(i) The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam.
(ii) The candidate must produce PRC issued in Assam for educational purpose/
Employment Exchange Registration certificate / Voter ID card of the candidate or
his/her parents will be treated as proof of residency along with the application form.
State Govt. Employees of Assam need not submit any documents regarding domicile proof, however, they will have to submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their respective employer.

Important Dates for APSC Research Assistant Recruitment:
(i) STARTING DATE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION: 29/03/2023
(ii) CLOSING DATE FOR ONLINE APPLICATION: 28/04/2023
(iii) LAST DATE FOR PAYMENT OF APPLICATION FEE: 30/04/2023

HOW TO APPLY for APSC Research Assistant Recruitment:
1. Applicants are required to apply online through APSC’s recruitment website. No other means/mode of application will be accepted and the Application will be summarily rejected.
2. Applicants who have not registered yet, in Online Recruitment Portal of APSC are first required to go to the APSC’s recruitment website https://apscrecruitment.in and register themselves by clicking on ‘Register Here’ link and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process by providing basic details.