APSC Recruitment 2024 - Notification Out for 36 Stenographer Grade-II Vacancies
September 14, 2024 by mohit.v
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) is recruiting for 36 regular vacancies for the posts of Stenographer Grade-II (English) and Stenographer Grade-II (Language). The recruitment advertisement was released on 09/09/2024. The job location is in Guwahati, Assam. The online application process starts on 13/09/2024 and the last date to apply is 03/10/2024.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Organization |
Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name |
Stenographer Grade-II (English) and Stenographer Grade-II (Language) |
| Advt No. |
19/2024 |
| Nature of Job |
Regular |
| Vacancies |
36 |
| Salary |
Rs.22,000 - Rs.97,000 + Grade Pay Rs. 9,400 + Other Allowances |
| Job Location |
Guwahati, Assam |
| Category |
General, SC, ST, OBC/MOBC, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD, BPL |
Post Details
| S.No. |
Post Name |
Vacancies |
| 1 |
Stenographer Grade-II (English) |
UR - 12, OBC/MOBC - 7, SC - 2, STP - 3, STH - 2 |
| 2 |
Stenographer Grade-II (Language) |
UR - 5, OBC/MOBC - 2, SC - 1, STP - 1, STH - 1 |
Age Eligibility
The candidates should not be less than 21 years of age and not more than 38 years of age as on 01/01/2024.
| Category |
Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST/STH candidates |
By 5 years (up to 43 years) |
| OBC/MOBC candidates |
By 3 years (up to 41 years) |
| PwBD |
By 10 years (irrespective of category) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Unreserved) |
Up to 50 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC/MOBC) |
Up to 53 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) |
Up to 55 years |
Exam Fee
| Category |
Application Fee (Rs.) |
Processing Fee (Rs.) |
Tax (Rs.) |
Total Amount (Rs.) |
| General including Ex-servicemen |
250 |
40 |
7.20 |
297.20 |
| SC/ST/OBC/MOBC including Ex-servicemen |
150 |
40 |
7.20 |
197.20 |
| BPL |
Nil |
40 |
7.20 |
47.20 |
| PwBD including Ex-servicemen |
Nil |
40 |
7.20 |
47.20 |
Essential Qualification
| Post Name |
Essential Qualification |
| Stenographer Grade-II (English) |
- Passed the Degree examination or equivalent examination from a recognized University with proficiency in English Stenography.
|
| Stenographer Grade-II (Language) |
- Passed the Degree examination or equivalent examination from a recognized University with proficiency in Hindi/Assamese/Bengali Stenography.
|
Selection Process
| Selection Stage |
Details |
| Stenographer Proficiency Test |
- Speed: 100 wpm for English, 90 wpm for Language
- Consists of trial passage and test passage dictation
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40
- Shortlisting for Objective Type Written Test based on marks in Stenography Proficiency Test.
|
| Objective Type Written Test |
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Marks: 100
- Subjects:
- English: 50 marks
- Knowledge and ability to operate Computer: 20 marks
- General Knowledge (including 10 marks on Assam History): 30 marks
|
| Final Selection |
- Based on the aggregate marks obtained in Stenography Proficiency Test and Objective Type Written Test.
- Tie-breaker: Marks in Stenography Proficiency Test.
|
How to Apply
- Register on the APSC's Online Recruitment Portal by clicking on 'Register Here' (if not already registered).
- Login with your credentials.
- Go to the 'Apply Section' and select the relevant advertisement.
- Carefully read the eligibility criteria and instructions.
- Click on 'Apply' to fill up the application form.
- Fill in all the required details accurately.
- Upload the required documents/certificates as per the instructions.
- Preview the application form before final submission.
- Click 'Submit' for final submission.
- Pay the application fee and processing fee as applicable.
Important Dates
| Online registration start date |
13/09/2024 |
| Online registration last date |
03/10/2024 |
| Payment date of application fees |
05/10/2024 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there any age relaxation for SC/ST candidates?
Yes, SC/ST/STH candidates get an age relaxation of 5 years (up to 43 years).
What is the selection process for Stenographer Grade-II posts?
The selection process consists of a Stenography Proficiency Test and an Objective Type Written Test.
What is the syllabus for the Objective Type Written Test?
The Objective Type Written Test will cover English, Knowledge and Ability to Operate Computer, and General Knowledge (including Assam History).
When will the online application process start?
The online application process starts on 13/09/2024.
