The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) invites applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Soil Conservation Ranger under the Soil Conservation Department, Government of Assam.
APSC Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment In Short
| Name of the Post | Soil Conservation Ranger |
| Name of the Department | Soil Conservation Department, Assam |
| Total Posts | 16 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Date to apply | 9th August, 2025 |
Vacancy Details of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
- Name of the Post: Soil Conservation Ranger
- Total Vacancies: 16 Posts
- Reservation Breakdown:
- UR: 9
- OBC/MOBC: 1
- SC: 0
- ST(P): 3
- ST(H): 2
- PwBD (Hearing Impaired): 1
- Reserved for Women (RFW): 5
- Ex-Servicemen: No reservation
Pay Scale of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary in the Pay Band-3:
- Pay Scale: Rs. 22,000 – Rs. 97,000
- Grade Pay: Rs. 9,700
- Other Allowances: As per Assam Government rules
Eligibility Criteria of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
Nationality & Domicile
- Must be an Indian Citizen (as defined in Articles 5–8 of the Constitution).
- Must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- Proof required: Permanent Resident Certificate or valid Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Science with at least one subject among Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Forestry, or Environmental Science
OR - A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, or Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
Age Limit (as of 01.01.2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
- Relaxation:
- SC/ST: up to 43 years
- OBC/MOBC: up to 41 years
- Ex-Servicemen: up to 50 years (with further relaxation as applicable)
- PwBD: Additional 10 years
Physical Fitness Requirements
- Male Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 155 cm
- Chest: 84 cm (with 5 cm expansion)
- Physical Test: 25 km walk in 4 hours
- Female Candidates:
- Height: Minimum 145 cm
- Chest: 79 cm (with 5 cm expansion)
- Physical Test: 16 km walk in 4 hours
- Must be mentally and physically fit, and produce medical and character certificates from relevant authorities.
Other Requirements:
- Candidates must comply with Small Family Norms and submit the declaration (Form A).
- Government employees must upload a certificate of employment or No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- PwBD candidates must possess and upload a valid disability certificate.
Application Fee of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
| Category | Application Fees |
| General | Rs. 297.20/- |
| OBC/MOBC | Rs. 197.20/- |
| SC/ST/BPL | Rs. 47.20/- |
Selection Process of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
The selection will be based on a Written Examination, which includes:
1. Paper-I: General Knowledge
- Mode: OMR-based (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Marks: 100
- Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
2. Paper-II: General English
- Type: Conventional (Essay, Precis, Grammar)
- Duration: 3 hours
- Marks: 100
3. Paper-III & IV: Optional Subjects
- Mode: OMR-based (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 hours each
- Marks: 200 each
- Negative Marking: 0.25 per wrong answer
Optional Subjects (Choose any two):
- Agriculture / Agriculture Engineering / Horticulture (only one from this group)
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Geology
- Forestry
- Environmental Science
- Civil Engineering
How to Apply for Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
Interested candidates must apply online through the official APSC website and follow the basic steps:
- Scroll down to the Important Links section. Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Register with your basic details to receive a unique registration ID.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and signature as per guidelines.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the completed application and keep a printout for future reference.
Important Dates of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
| Online Application Starts | 9th July, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 9th August, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11th August, 2025 |
Important Links of Soil Conservation Ranger Recruitment
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Explore Jobs In Assam | Click Here |