APDCL Recruitment 2020: The conducting body has released a notification for the appointment letter for Assistant Manager and Junior Manager. Assam Power Distribution Company Limited has advertised 376 vacancies for Assistant Manager and Junior Manager posts. APDCL is inviting online applications from eligible candidates to fill up the vacancies. APDCL recruitment 2020 is conducted through a Computer Based Test carrying 100 marks followed by an interview of 18 marks. Read this article to know more about APDCL Recruitment 2020 including eligibility criteria, application form, syllabus, admit card, etc.
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APDCL Recruitment 2020
As per the detailed advertisement of APDCL Recruitment 2020, there are two categories of posts. Group A category includes the Assistant Manager posts in various disciplines while Group B category includes the Junior Manager posts in various disciplines. Aspiring candidates can check out the complete schedule pf events related to APDCL Recruitment 2020 here below.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 | Dates |
Date of commencement of Online application | 12 Dec 2020 |
Date of closure of online application | 18 Dec 2020 |
reopening application form | 24 Dec to 31 Dec 2020 |
Date of admit card | 16 Jan 2021 |
Date of written exam | As per admit card |
Date of Answer Key for written exam | 30 Jan 2021 |
Date of Result of written exam | To be announced |
Date of Interview for the posts of AM & JM | 11 Feb – 14 Feb 2021 |
Document Verification for the posts of AAO | 11 Feb 2021 |
Declaration of Final Result | To be announced |
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APDCL Recruitment 2020 Result
Final result releases after the conduct of the viva voce/document verification stage at the official website i.e. apdcl.org. A separate merit list of shortlisted candidates from the selection test are also published after the conduct of the test. The final result releases in the form of provisional selection lists. Those who are shortlisted, are offered appointment to the available vacancies.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 DV and Interview Schedule
Assam Power Distribution Company Limited has released the interview and document verification schedule at the official website.
- Click here to check Notice for Interview for the posts of AM & JM
- Click here to check Notice for Document Verification for the posts of AAO
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Answer Key
APDCL Recruitment 2020 releases the answer keys of the computer-based exam at the official website for the convenience of candidates. The release of the answer keys ensures that the process of evaluation is fair and transparent. Candidates can check the answer keys and compare their responses with the correct answers to speculate their chances of making it to the final merit lists.
Answer Key: Click here to check APDCL Recruitment 2020 Answer Key
Click here to check Corrigendum for Challenge fees for provisional answer key
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Admit Card
The admit card releases at the official website i.e. apdcl.org just before the exam. Candidates must note that without a valid admit card, they are not allowed to enter the exam hall for APDCL Recruitment 2020. Candidates are allocated a test centre as per their choice of centre during the process of online application.
In order to download the APDCL Admit Card 2020, candidates must have the registration number and password generated at the time of online application. Candidates must log in with these credentials to download the admit card.
Important points about APDCL Admit Card 2020
- Candidates must note that without the print out of the admit card downloaded from the website, they are not allowed to enter the exam centre.
- While downloading, candidates must check that the information provided on the admit card is true and correct.
- The details of the exam centre, date and timings are indicated through the admit card.
- Along with the admit card, candidates must carry a valid photo identity proof to the exam centre for verification of identity.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Syllabus
Assam Electricity Grid Corporation has published the detailed syllabus of APDCL Recruitment 2020 at the official website. The syllabus is indicated individually for all of the available posts in various disciplines. Candidates can download the same from the direct links provided here.
Syllabus for Assistant Manager posts
Discipline | Syllabus Link |
General Topics | Click Here |
Electrical | Click Here |
Civil | Click Here |
Mechanical | Click Here |
Information Technology | Click Here |
Human Resource | Click Here |
Syllabus for Junior Engineer posts
Discipline | Syllabus Link |
General Topics | Click Here |
Electrical | Click Here |
Civil | Click Here |
Mechanical | Click Here |
Information Technology | Click Here |
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Exam Pattern
As per the detailed advertisement of APDCL Recruitment 2020, a computer based test is held for selection of eligible applicants in the initial stage. The examination is conducted in test centres and candidates have to answer 100 questions carrying 1 marks each in a duration of 120 minutes. Check out the exam pattern below.
Exam Mode: Online (CBT)
Duration: 120 minutes
Type of Questions: MCQ
No. of Questions: 100
Sections: 02 sections
Marking: 01 mark per correct answer
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per incorrect answer
Check out the distribution of marks across section below.

APDCL Recruitment 2020 – Latest Updates
Notice regarding reopening of Online Application for AM, JM & AAO

Corrigendum Notice

Corrigendum (Dated 18.12.2020) to the Employment Notice for Recruitment of AM, JM & AAO

Clarification Regarding Recruitment Notification for the post of AM, JM & AAO

APDCL Recruitment 2020 Official Notification
Assam Electricity Grid Corporation Limited has published a detailed recruitment advertisement for 376 Assistant and Junior Managers at the official website. Employment Notice No. MD/APDCL/HR/REC (2020-2021)/103 Dated 01/12/2020is available at the website apdcl.org. Candidates can download the same and read it carefully to understand the complete details of the recruitment.
Scroll down to the end of this article to the “Important Downloads” section. The direct link to download APDCL Recruitment 2020 Official Notification is provided there. Simply click on the link and download the notification.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Vacancy Details
The complete vacancy bifurcation details of APDCL Recruitment 2020 is provided in the official notification. There are a total of 114 vacancies for the post of Assistant Manager (Group A). On the other hand, 227 vacancies are available for the post of Junior Manager (Group B). Candidates can check the full vacancy distribution details here below.

APDCL Recruitment 2020 Eligibility Criteria
Assam Electricity Grid Corporation Limited has indicated certain minimum eligibility conditions for candidates to apply for APDCL Recruitment 2020. We have compiled the information here below.
Nationality
- All candidates must be citizens of India.
- Applicants must be domiciled in the state of Assam (document proof necessary).
Age Limit
- For Assistant Manager post, candidates must be at least 21 years old and not more than 44 years old.
- For Junior Manager post, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 44 years old.
- The date of determination of age is November 01, 2020.
Educational Qualifications
- For Assistant Manager post, candidates must have a full-time B.E./B.Tech degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.
- For Assistant Manager (HR) post candidates must have a 2 years full-time MBA/PGDM qualification with specialization in a relevant discipline (HRM/Personnel Management/Industrial Relations/Social Welfare).
- For Junior Manager posts, candidates must have a full-time Diploma in a relevant field in order to apply.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Application Form
The application process for APDCL Recruitment 2020 is conducted online at the official website only. No other means/modes of application are accepted for this recruitment. Candidates are advised not to wait till the last date for submission of online applications. Know how to fill up and submit APDCL Recruitment 2020 Application Form be reading below.
How to apply?
Step 1: Visit the official website i.e. apdcl.org.
Step 2: Navigate to the link for apply online for APDCL Recruitment 2020.
Step 3: Click on the link and click on “New User Registration”.
Step 4: Fill up and submit the registration form to generate the registration number.
Step 5: Log in to the website and fill up the application form by entering the correct details.
Step 6: Upload scanned copies of recent passport-sized photograph and signature.
Step 7: Make the payment of the application fee using internet banking/credit/debit card only.
Step 8: Finalize and submit the application form and generate a print out of it.
Application Fee
Candidates belonging to the SC/ST categories can avail relaxations on the APDCL Recruitment 2020 Application Fee. On the other hand, PwD candidates with at least 40% disabilities are exempted from the payment of any fee. Candidates can check out the fee amount below.
Category | Fee |
General | Rs 800 |
OBC/MOBC | Rs 800 |
SC/ST | Rs 400 |
PwD | Nil |
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Selection Procedure
APDCL Recruitment 2020 selection procedure consist of two main stages i.e. the selection test and final document verification & interview stage.
Selection Test: The initial selection test is conducted as a computer based test for a question paper carrying 100 MCQ type questions. There are two sections of the paper where one is based on general studies and aptitude and the other is based on core subject as per the discipline of the post applied for.
Interview: Candidates who qualify the selection test are called for the interview of viva-voce stage. Here they have to produce all original documents for verification and qualify in the viva-voce round that carries 18 marks. Provisional selection lists are prepared on the basis of the marks obtained in the selection test and the interview taken together.
APDCL Recruitment 2020 Pay Scale
As per the detailed advertisement, selected candidates of APDCL Recruitment 2020 are to be appointed at the following pay scale, grade pay and approximate total gross.

Important Downloads
Official Notification | Click Here |
Official Website | Click Here |
About APDCL
Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL), a Government of Assam Enterprise responsible for the generation and distribution of electricity across the state of Assam. The primary aim of the Company is to conduct the distribution, trading, and supply of electricity in or outside the State of Assam, in compliance with the provisions of the Relevant Law and in accordance with all ancillary or appurtenant activities thereto. The company serves Citizens of Assam with a customer base of more than 61 lakhs
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2017 Syllabus
Syllabus for the Written test for the post of Assistant Managers
- Paper-I: General English & General Aptitude
- Paper-II: Electrical Engineering
- Paper-II: Mechanical Engineering
- Paper-II: Civil Engineering
- Paper-II: Information Technology
- Paper-II: Instrumentation Engineering
- Paper-II: Human Resource
Syllabus for the Written test for the post of Junior Managers