APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment 2025: The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released Advertisement No. 25/2025 inviting applications for the post of Soil Conservation Ranger under the Soil Conservation Department of Assam.
The online application window will remain open from 09 July 2025 to 09 August 2025 on the official website.
APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment 2025
The total number of vacancies announced is 16. These posts are reserved across various categories including OBC/MOBC, SC, ST(P), ST(H), and PwBD. Category-wise details are as follows:
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Open Category | 09 |
| OBC/MOBC | 03 |
| SC | 01 |
| ST(P) | 03 |
| ST(H) | 01 |
| PwBD (HI) | 01 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 00 |
| Total | 16 |
APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Eligibility 2025
Nationality & Domicile:
- The candidate must be an Indian Citizen and a permanent resident of Assam.
- A valid Permanent Resident Certificate or Employment Exchange Registration Certificate must be uploaded.
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Science from a recognized university with at least one of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Forestry, Environmental Science.
OR - Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Engineering, or Civil Engineering.
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025):
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
- Age relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: up to 50 years for UR, with relaxations for reserved categories
APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Selection Process 2025
The selection process includes a written examination followed by a physical test, document verification, and viva-voce. The written exam comprises four papers as detailed in the exam pattern below.
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APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Exam Pattern 2025
| Paper | Subject | Type | Duration | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Knowledge | MCQ (OMR) | 2 hours | 100 |
| II | General English | Descriptive | 3 hours | 100 |
| III | Optional Subject – I | MCQ (OMR) | 2 hours | 200 |
| IV | Optional Subject – II | MCQ (OMR) | 2 hours | 200 |
Optional Subjects (choose any two, with restriction):
- Agriculture or Agriculture Engineering or Horticulture (Only one from this group)
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Geology
- Forestry
- Environmental Science
- Civil Engineering
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APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Application Process: How to Apply
The application process is entirely online through the APSC recruitment portal.
- Register at apscrecruitment.in with valid email and mobile number (One Time Registration).
- Log in using credentials and fill in personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates)
- Pay the application fee online as per your category.
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | Rs. 250 | Rs. 47.20 | Rs. 297.20 |
| OBC/MOBC | Rs. 150 | Rs. 47.20 | Rs. 197.20 |
| SC/ST/BPL/PwBD | NIL | Rs. 47.20 | Rs. 47.20 |
Important Dates:
- Start of Online Application: 09 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 09 August 2025
- Last Date to Pay Fee: 11 August 2025
APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Notification PDF
The official notification details all important aspects of the recruitment including eligibility criteria, selection process, reservation details, exam scheme, physical standards, and application process. Applicants are advised to read the PDF thoroughly before applying. The complete notification can be downloaded from the APSC website.