The IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB). This recruitment is conducted under the Special Recruitment Drive for Uniformed Services Combined Examination 2026. Candidates who have passed Class 10 and meet the required physical standards can apply online.
According to the official notification, a total of 984 vacancies are available for various posts such as Constable (IRBn), Constable Civil Police, Fireman, Constable Band, Constable Bugler, and Special Tiger Guard. The candidate shall apply online through the APSSB website, apssb.nic.in.
IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) |
| Exam Name | Combined Examination 2026 |
| Post Name | IRB GD Constable and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancy | 984 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date to Apply | 23 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 April 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 10 May 2026 |
| PET/PST Date | 25 May 2026 onwards |
| Job Location | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | apssb.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Constable Band (IRBn) | 44 |
| Constable Bugler (IRBn) | 2 |
| Constable (IRBn) | 236 |
| Constable Civil Police (Female) | 170 |
| Constable Civil Police (Male) | 216 |
| Fireman | 73 |
| Special Tiger Guard | 243 |
| Total | 984 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Constable (IRBn) | Class 10 pass from a recognised board |
| Constable Civil Police | Class 10 pass |
| Fireman | Class 10 pass |
| Constable Band | Class 10 pass + Knowledge of playing in a band |
| Constable Bugler | Class 10 pass + Knowledge of playing bugle |
| Special Tiger Guard | Class 10 pass |
Age Limit
| Post Code | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Constable Posts | 18 to 22 years |
| Fireman | 18 to 32 years |
| Special Tiger Guard | 18 to 32 years |
Age relaxation:
- APST candidates: 5 years’ relaxation
- Ex-servicemen: As per rules
Physical Standard (Important)
Male Candidates
| Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| General | 165 cm | 79 cm (84 expanded) |
| APST | 160 cm | 79 cm (84 expanded) |
| APST (Tirap/Changlang/Longding) | 152 cm | 79 cm (84 expanded) |
Female Candidates
| Category | Height |
|---|---|
| General | 157 cm |
| APST | 152 cm |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Male
| Event | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 100-meter race | 16 seconds |
| 1500-meter race | 8 minutes |
| Long Jump | 11 feet |
| High Jump | 107 cm |
Female
| Event | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 100-meter race | 19 seconds |
| 800-meter race | 5 minutes |
| Long Jump | 9 feet |
| High Jump | 90 cm |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| APST Candidates | ₹150 |
| General Candidates | ₹200 |
Payment Mode: Online only
Selection Process
The selection process consists of 3 stages:
Stage 1 – Written Examination
Subjects included:
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | 50 |
| Reasoning Ability | 50 |
| Numerical Ability | 50 |
| English Language | 50 |
| Total | 200 marks |
Minimum qualifying marks: 33%
Stage 2
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Trade Test (for Band & Bugler posts)
Stage 3
- Medical Examination
The final merit list will be prepared based on written exam marks.
How to Apply for IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website apssb.nic.in
- Click on the IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026 link
- Register with basic details
- Fill the online application form
- Upload a photo and a signature
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form
- Print the application form for future use
Only online applications will be accepted.
Exam Centres
Candidates can choose three examination centers:
- Itanagar
- Tawang
- Pasighat
- Ziro
- Tezu
- Bomdila
- Namsai
- Changlang
- Rowing
- Longing
- Yingkiong
- Aalo
- Khonsa
- Papum Pare
Important Links
FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for the IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 10 April 2026.
2. What are the qualifications required for an IRB GD Constable?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 on a recognised board.
3. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 22 years for constable posts and 18 to 32 years for fireman and special tiger guard posts.