News Reporter
Diphu, December 30, 2024: The Central Selection Board (CSB) under the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC) has issued an official advertisement inviting applications for various Grade-III and Grade-IV positions under the Environment & Forest Department. This recruitment drive, approved via notification No.KAAC/Estt.-721/P(B)/E&F/Priot Approval of posts/2024-25/12 dated November 7, 2024, aims to fill 24 vacant posts.
Vacancy Details
The available positions include:
1. Forester (10 posts): Graduate in any discipline. Pay Scale: ₹14,000-₹49,000 (Grade Pay ₹6,400).
2. Forest Guard (8 posts): Higher Secondary (10+2) qualified. Pay Scale: ₹14,000-₹49,000 (Grade Pay ₹5,600).
3. Lower Division Assistant (LDA) (2 posts): Bachelor's degree with a six-month computer diploma/certificate. Pay Scale: ₹14,000-₹49,000 (Grade Pay ₹6,200).
4. Draftsman (1 post): HSLC passed with a Draftsman Diploma. Pay Scale: ₹14,000-₹49,000 (Grade Pay ₹6,800).
5. Mali (2 posts): Class VIII passed. Pay Scale: ₹12,000-₹37,500 (Grade Pay ₹3,900).
6. Peon (1 post): Class VIII passed. Pay Scale: ₹12,000-₹37,500 (Grade Pay ₹3,900).
Eligibility Criteria
1. Applicants must be Indian citizens and permanent residents of Karbi Anglong or West Karbi Anglong districts.
2. Age: 18 to 40 years (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC/MOBC candidates).
3. Physical fitness and sound health are mandatory.
Application Process
Eligible candidates can submit their applications in the prescribed format (available in the Assam Gazette, Part-IX) along with self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, and two passport-sized photographs. Applications should be dropped in the designated box at the 1st floor of the old KAAC Secretariat Building between December 31, 2024, and January 20, 2025 (excluding holidays).
Selection Process
Forester and Forest Guard:
Written Test (200 marks) covering Mathematics, English, Vernacular Dictation/Essay, and General Knowledge.
Physical Fitness Test (26 km walk in 4 hours, medical examination) – 100 marks.
Viva-voce – 50 marks.
LDA and Draftsman:
Written Test (100 marks) – OMR-based with sections on English, Karbi Anglong/Assam History, Mathematics, and General Knowledge.
Computer Test (50 marks) for LDA.
Viva-voce – 50 marks.
Mali and Peon:
Viva-voce/Oral Examination – 100 marks.
Important Notes
Reserved category candidates must submit valid caste certificates.
A valid employment exchange registration certificate and PRC/Domicile certificate are mandatory.
Final selection will be based on merit, combining written, physical, and interview scores.
This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for local candidates to secure government employment. For further details, visit the KAAC Secretariat or the official notification.