IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026: If you are a 10th-pass youngster from Arunachal Pradesh dreaming of a stable sarkari naukri in uniformed services, this is your chance. The Arunachal Pradesh Staff Selection Board (APSSB) has announced the IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026 under its Special Recruitment Drive for Uniformed Services Combined Examination 2026 (Advertisement No. 04/2026). With 984 Group C posts across Constable (IRBn/Civil Police), Fireman, and Special Tiger Guard roles, this drive offers a golden opportunity for freshers and local youth seeking government job vacancies with decent pay, job security, and respect in the community.
Applications opened on 23 March 2026 and will close on 10 April 2026 (3:00 PM). The entire process is online through the official APSSB portal at apssb.nic.in. Having tracked state-level police and uniformed service recruitments for two decades, I can tell you that such drives are rare and fill up fast, especially with the 5-year age relaxation for APST candidates and reserved posts for Ex-Servicemen. If you meet the 10th-pass criteria and physical standards, don’t delay – this could be your ticket to a Level-3 government job.
Overview of IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026
The APSSB conducts this special recruitment to fill vacancies in the Police Headquarters (PHQ), Fire and Emergency Services, and Environment & Forest Department. It is a combined examination for multiple uniformed services posts, making it efficient for candidates who can opt for preferences during application.
Total vacancies stand at 984, with a significant portion reserved for Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe (APST) candidates (787 posts) and 197 for Unreserved (UR) category. Additionally, 67 posts are earmarked for Ex-Servicemen. All posts fall under Pay Level-3 with a starting basic pay of Rs 21,700, plus allowances – a solid entry-level sarkari naukri for 10th-pass candidates in 2026.
This drive comes at a time when demand for local youth in security and emergency services is high in Arunachal Pradesh. As The Times of India noted in its March 2026 coverage, such recruitments help address manpower needs in IRBn, Civil Police, and Special Tiger Protection Force while providing stable employment to eligible locals.
Important Dates You Must Not Miss
Mark these dates carefully to avoid last-minute rush:
- Notification Release: 13 March 2026
- Online Application Start: 23 March 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 10 April 2026 (03:00 PM)
- Written Examination (Tentative): 10 May 2026 (Sunday)
- PET/PST & Trade Test: From 25 May 2026 onwards
Applications are accepted only online, and the link will be disabled after the closing time. As per the official notice, incomplete or late forms will be rejected without notice.
Vacancy Details and Post-wise Distribution
The 984 posts are spread across seven categories. While the exact post-wise numbers are detailed in the official notification, the broad distribution covers:
- Constable Band (IRBn)
- Constable Bugler (IRBn)
- Constable (IRBn)
- Constable Civil Police (Male)
- Constable Civil Police (Female)
- Fireman
- Special Tiger Guard (STPF)
Out of the total, a large share goes to APST candidates, reflecting the state’s reservation policy. Ex-Servicemen get horizontal reservation across eligible posts. The Board has clarified that vacancies are provisional and subject to change as reported by the requisitioning departments.
Pro Tip: During application, you can indicate your post preference. Once submitted, it cannot be changed, so choose wisely based on your physical fitness and interest (for example, Band and Bugler posts require specific skills).
Eligibility Criteria: Age, Education and Physical Standards
Educational Qualification: All posts require Class 10 pass or equivalent from a recognised board. For Constable Band, knowledge of playing band instruments is mandatory; for Bugler, knowledge of playing bugle is needed. No higher qualification gives extra advantage.
Age Limit (as on 10 April 2026):
- Constable posts (Band, Bugler, IRBn, Civil Police): 18 to 22 years
- Fireman and Special Tiger Guard: 18 to 32 years
APST candidates get 5 years upper-age relaxation. Ex-Servicemen get the standard deduction of service period plus 3 years. A one-time age relaxation also applies for candidates who appeared in the 13 July 2025 exam for certain posts.
Physical Standards (Male/Female):
- Height (Male): General – 165 cm; APST (other districts) – 160 cm; Tirap/Changlang/Longding – 152 cm; APST Ex-Servicemen – 157 cm
- Height (Female): General – 157 cm; APST – 152 cm (with district-wise variations for Tiger Guard)
- Chest (Male only): 79 cm (normal) / 84 cm (expanded) for most posts
Vision standards are strict: 6/6 and 6/12 with correction, no colour blindness. Candidates must be medically fit.
Women and reserved category candidates get the benefit of relaxed physical norms where applicable, making this recruitment inclusive.
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Application Fee and Step-by-Step Online Application Process
Fee: ₹150 for APST candidates and ₹200 for UR candidates. Payment is online only; no fee exemption beyond this.
How to Apply – Simple Steps:
- Visit the official website apssb.nic.in
- Click on the “SPECIAL RECRUITMENT EXAMINATION FOR UNIFORMED SERVICES – 2026” link
- Register with your details and generate login credentials
- Fill the online form carefully – upload recent passport photo (50-100 kb) and signature (10-50 kb)
- Enter valid photo ID proof details (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Pay the fee online and submit
- Take a printout for future reference
The process is user-friendly even for first-timers from rural areas. Double-check every entry – wrong information leads to rejection.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The selection has three stages:
- Written Examination (Stage 1): 200 marks objective MCQs, 2 hours. Sections include General Awareness (50 marks), Reasoning (50), Arithmetic (50), and English (50). Minimum 33% qualifying marks. No negative marking – a big relief for candidates.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Standard Test (PST) & Trade Test (Stage 2): Shortlisted candidates (1:3 ratio) appear here. Ex-Servicemen are exempted from PET/Trade but must clear PST.
- Medical Fitness Test (Stage 3): Qualifying in nature.
Final merit is based on written exam marks and post preference. The written exam is scheduled for 10 May 2026, giving you about a month to prepare after the application closes.
Salary Structure, Perks and Career Prospects
All selected candidates start at Pay Level-3: Rs 21,700 – 69,100 basic pay. In-hand salary in the initial years is around Rs 35,000–40,000 after allowances like DA, HRA, and medical benefits. Uniformed services posts also offer job security, pension under NPS, leave benefits, and promotion opportunities within the force.
For many families in Arunachal, this means a stable income and pride in serving the state. Rural candidates especially value the local postings and reservation benefits.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The IRB GD Constable Recruitment 2026 is a genuine window for 10th-pass youth in Arunachal Pradesh to secure a respected government job with good pay and perks. With applications closing on 10 April 2026, act now – visit apssb.nic.in today, check the official notification PDF, and complete your form carefully.
Start preparing for the 10 May written exam while keeping your documents ready. Thousands of candidates secure sarkari naukri every year through focused effort and timely action. This could be your turning point.
Which post are you targeting – Constable, Fireman or Tiger Guard? Share your preparation plans or doubts in the comments below. Bookmark this page and stay updated. Good luck – your stable government career awaits!
Ashutosh Sir is the founder and author of JobKaAlert.com. He shares the latest updates about Government Jobs, Private Jobs, Bank Jobs, Railway Jobs, and Work From Home opportunities in simple Hindi language. His goal is to help students, freshers, and job seekers get accurate job information easily and stay updated with the latest recruitment notifications in India.
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