The Project Management Unit (PMU) of the JICA-assisted Assam State Aquaculture Promotion and Livelihood Improvement (ASAPALI) Project under the Department of Fisheries, Government of Assam has released a recruitment notification for 37 contractual specialist and consultant posts. Eligible candidates can apply online in the prescribed format before 12 February 2026.
Fishery Department Assam Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Department of Fisheries, Assam (ASAPALI Project – JICA Assisted) |
|---|---|
| Project | PMU under ASAPALI |
| Total Posts | 37 |
| Job Type | Contractual / Project Based |
| Application Mode | Online + Email Submission |
| Last Date | 12 February 2026 |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Aquaculture Specialist | 1 | ₹1.00 – ₹1.25 lakh |
| Procurement Specialist | 1 | ₹1.00 – ₹1.10 lakh |
| Junior Project Engineer | 1 | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 lakh |
| DX Assistant | 1 | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 lakh |
| Supporting Staff (Computer Assistant) | 1 | ₹0.40 lakh |
| Fishery Expert | 16 | ₹0.50 – ₹0.60 lakh |
| Account & MIS Consultant | 8 | ₹0.40 – ₹0.50 lakh |
| Supporting Staff (Computer Assistant) | 8 | ₹0.30 lakh |
Eligibility Criteria (Summary)
Aquaculture Specialist
- PG/Graduate in Fisheries (ICAR recognized)
- 10 years’ experience in aquaculture projects
Procurement Specialist
- PG in Fisheries/Agricultural Economics or MBA (Agri) or Graduate Engineer
- 7 years procurement experience (4 years in EAP like JICA/ADB/World Bank)
Junior Project Engineer
- Graduate in Civil/Architectural Engineering
- 5 years experience in construction and design projects
DX Assistant
- Graduate/PG Diploma in IT/Computer Science
- 3 years in digital transformation or data platform projects
Fishery Expert
- B.F.Sc (ICAR recognized)
- Preference: 5 years experience in aquaculture, including EAP projects
Account & MIS Consultant
- B.Com/BBA (Finance/Accounting)
- 5 years experience in accounts, audit, Tally, with 2 years in EAP projects
Supporting Staff
- Graduate + 6-month IT/Computer course
- Basic MS Office knowledge; experience preferred
Application Process
Candidates must:
- Download the prescribed application format from the Directorate of Fisheries website
- Fill the form in English by typing only
- Sign and scan the application form
- Attach scanned self-attested copies of:
- Identity proof
- Educational certificates
- Experience certificates
- CV and other relevant documents
- Email the application to: jicafisheriesassam@gmail.com
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 22 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 February 2026 |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Click Here |
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| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – Fishery Department Assam Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 37 contractual posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
12 February 2026.
Q3. Are these permanent jobs?
No, these are project-based contractual positions.
Q4. What is the salary range?
From ₹30,000 to ₹1.25 lakh per month, depending on post.
Q5. What is ASAPALI Project?
A JICA-supported aquaculture development project under Assam’s Fisheries Department.
Conclusion
Fishery Department Assam Recruitment 2026 offers high-value project roles under an international development initiative. Professionals with fisheries, engineering, procurement, IT, and finance backgrounds should not miss this opportunity.
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