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Arunachal Pradesh Tightens Recruitment Rules, Makes PRC, APST, Tribal Language Mandatory
✍️ India Today
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 07:37 AM
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The Arunachal Pradesh government has revised its recruitment guidelines, mandating candidates to clear PRC and APST exams and demonstrate proficiency in a tribal language.
The state government of Arunachal Pradesh has issued new recruitment directives that tighten eligibility criteria for government posts. Under the revised rules, aspirants must now clear the PRC and APST examinations before being considered for selection.
In addition to the exam requirements, candidates are required to prove competence in a recognized tribal language of the state. The move aims to promote local linguistic heritage and ensure that public servants can communicate effectively with tribal communities.
The updated guidelines are expected to come into force immediately, affecting upcoming recruitment drives across various departments. Officials say the changes will streamline the hiring process and align it with the state's cultural priorities, while job seekers will need to prepare for the added language assessment.
In addition to the exam requirements, candidates are required to prove competence in a recognized tribal language of the state. The move aims to promote local linguistic heritage and ensure that public servants can communicate effectively with tribal communities.
The updated guidelines are expected to come into force immediately, affecting upcoming recruitment drives across various departments. Officials say the changes will streamline the hiring process and align it with the state's cultural priorities, while job seekers will need to prepare for the added language assessment.